🛑 G7 Closures, Bear Warnings & That Calgary Train Again...

Hey Canmore! Here’s What’s Happening This Week! 🏔️

From bear safety reminders to global summits and ongoing transport debates, there’s a lot to unpack this week. 🐻 Grizzly sightings are increasing across the region, and Parks Canada has closed several Lake Louise trails to protect vital wildlife routes. If you’re heading out, make sure you’re prepared.

In town, the G7 Summit is starting to impact day-to-day life. With security vehicles, VIP traffic, and road closures taking hold in Banff, ripple effects are expected in Canmore too - so plan for delays.

As for the rail link to Calgary, the idea hasn’t gone away. A new funding proposal has revived the discussion, but it’s far from a done deal. Local officials remain involved, but the community still has plenty of questions.

Read on for Canmore’s latest events, activities, music nights, and food specials 👇

🏔️ Canmore in Brief - Headlines this Week 📰

🐻 Bear safety tips for hiking in Canmore
As bear activity ramps up in the Bow Valley, locals and visitors are urged to hike smart - carry bear spray, make noise on the trails, travel in groups, and learn how to respond calmly in the event of a bear encounter. More

🥞 Craig's Way Station secures extension and stays open for breakfast fans
Great news for locals - this beloved Canmore spot just got the go-ahead to keep serving up breakfast and lunch favourites for the foreseeable future. More

🚄 Canmore eyes Calgary-Banff rail project with growing optimism
With Alberta’s rail master plan nearly finalized and a no-cost proposal gaining traction, Canmore remains engaged and hopeful about the promise of greener travel and better Bow Valley connectivity. More

🚫 Lake Louise trails closed to protect the wildlife corridor
Several popular paths between Lake Louise campground and the lakeshore are off-limits until 15 October to prevent disturbance in key wildlife travel zones. More

🛑 G7 Summit Update: Get ready for roadblocks, motorcades, and media tents
The Bow Valley is officially on global watch, from military convoys to Banff Centre closures. Expect detours, VIP sightings, and a whole lot of noise until June 17. More

🚴 Calgary-to-Canmore trail one step closer to reality
The Town of Canmore and MD of Bighorn are signing a memorandum to push forward plans for a long-envisioned multi-use trail link. More

🐦 Off-trail hiking is banned at Johnston Canyon to protect endangered birds
All visitors must stay on the marked path to help safeguard habitat for the black swift, an at-risk species facing severe decline. More

🪨 Boulder blocks the Icefields Parkway near Weeping Wall
A dislodged rock caused a temporary disruption on one of the Rockies' most scenic highways. More

🧗 Canmore youth climbers headed to nationals
Three local athletes have qualified for youth climbing nationals in B.C., representing Bow Valley at one of Canada’s top competitions. More

Readers' Choice: Most Visited Links from the Last Issue

• 🍽️ änkôr Canmore makes Canada’s top 25 restaurants list

• 🛶 From Canmore: Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Experience

• 🍴 Modern Indian dining is thriving in Canmore

🎟️Events, Activities & Live Music 🎸

We keep it short here - head to the events page for full descriptions and links.

Mon, 19th May

14:30 🎶 Live Music - Doug Robb - Canmore Hotel, Canmore
19:00 🎶 Live Music - Doug Robb - Canmore Hotel, Canmore
22:00 🎤 Karaoke Night - The Drake Inn, Canmore

Tue, 20th May

18:00 🎲 Game Night - Tavern 1883, Canmore
18:30 🎨 Workshop - Natural Fabric Dyeing & Flower Printing - artsPlace, Canmore
19:00 ❓ Trivia Night - The Rose & Crown, Canmore
19:00 🎬 Film Screening - I'm Still Here - artsPlace, Canmore

Wed, 21st May

14:00 💻 Tech Tips & Tutoring - Canmore Library, Canmore
17:30 🧶 Crochet and Chill - Social Crafting with CYAN - Communitea Cafe, Canmore
19:00 🎤 Open Mic Night - The Local Canmore, Canmore
19:00 🎙️ Karaoke Night (All Ages) - Canmore Legion, Canmore
19:00 🎨 Make & Mingle - 2SLGBTQIA+ Craft Social - CanMore Together, Canmore
20:30 ❓ Trivia Night with Awale - Tavern 1883, Canmore
21:00 🎸 Open Mic & Jam Night - The Rose & Crown, Canmore

Thu, 22nd May

10:45 👶 Stroller Strides - Parent & Child Walk - Elevation Place, Canmore
17:00 🍷 CSA Happy Hour - Community Social - Seniors Centre, Creekside Hall, Canmore
18:30 🎨 Ceramic Palette Class - artsPlace, Canmore
19:00 ♠️ Thursday Night Poker - Canmore Legion, Canmore
19:00 ❓ Trivia Thursdays - The Drake Inn, Canmore
19:00 🎤 Poetry Slam Night - artsPlace, Canmore

Future Events

🎉 Want to see what’s coming up? Our events page has a growing list of future happenings, complete with descriptions and links!

🍺 Happy Hours & Food Specials 🍽️

Below are brief details of all the happy hours we could find in Canmore. For more information (including links to the venues), visit our dedicated Happy Hour Page.

🍕 Bridgette Bar (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🎯 Cangolf (20:00-Close, Thurs-Sun)
🍺 Canmore Brewing Co (19:00-21:00, Mon/Wed/Thu; 18:00-20:00, Sun)
🍕 Crazyweed Kitchen (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Fergus & Bix (14:30-17:30 & 21:00-Close, Daily)
🍽️ Kain Tayo (15:00-17:00, Daily)
🍷 Murrieta’s (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
🍺 Rhythm & Howl (16:00-18:00, Sun-Thur; 15:00-18:00, Fri & Sat)
🍷 Stirling Dining Room and Lounge (Malcolm Hotel) (12:00-17:00, Daily)
🍕 Tank310 (14:00-17:00, Sun-Fri)
🍺 Tavern 1883 (14:00-17:00, Daily)
🍻 The Drake Pub (14:00-19:00, Sun-Fri)
🦞 The Drunken Lobster Oyster Bar (16:00-17:00, Wed-Sun)
🍺 The Grizzly Paw Brewing Co. (15:00-18:00, Mon-Fri)
🍸 The Mineshaft Tavern (14:00-18:00, Daily)
🍹 Where the Buffalo Roam (14:00-17:00, Mon-Fri)
🍸 Wild Life Distillery (18:00-20:00, Mon-Fri)

👋 That’s All For Now 🎬

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