1. Town Hall web

    2024 property tax notices in the mail

    Banff property owners can expect to see their 2024 property tax notices in mailboxes starting this week, as all notices were sent on Friday, May 31. Read on...
  2. Pedestrian Zone News

    Pedestrian Zone Vote

    A vote of electors will be held August 12, 2024 on whether or not to have a pedestrian zone on Banff Avenue every summer. Additional Info...
  3. Housing Action News

    Housing Action

    The Town of Banff is taking action on housing. Banff has a housing crisis and the Town is implementing a plan to create more homes for residents. Additional Info...
  4. seniors iStock-1308419138_2

    Banff to co-host Alberta launch of Seniors’ Week

    The Town of Banff and the Government of Alberta launched Seniors’ Week (June 3 – 9, 2024) with an event at the Fenlands Recreation Centre on Monday, June 3, at 11:30 a.m. Read on...
  5. Fire News

    Banff to showcase wildfire response training, and inspire residents to get prepared

    With 50 wildfires already burning in Alberta, Banff’s Fire Department is assuring residents and visitors that the Town is prepared to respond to emergencies — but that fire safety is a team effort and we need your help. Read on...
  6. Pedestrian Zone News

    Banff Pedestrian Zone petition declared valid

    Banff’s Town Manager has declared a petition to overturn Banff Town Council’s decision to have an annual pedestrian zone on Banff Ave as meeting all statutory requirements in Alberta’s Municipal Government Act. Council will decide next steps on May 13. Read on...
  7. Middle Springs Drive News

    Reminder: Review your property assessments before April 22

    The Town of Banff reminds property owners to review their property assessments and call the Town with any questions this week. Read on...
  8. Tree cutter news

    Crews cut, burn deadfall & brush to ensure emergency access to utility pipes

    The Town of Banff’s water services department has contracted an arborist team to clear trees and brush above the water and sewer lines in remote areas in and around town. Read on...
  9. EV vehicles news

    Banff’s green fleet REVs up with mini utility vehicles

    The Town of Banff unveils two new electric utility vehicles this spring as part of the Responsible Energy Vehicle (REV) program launched in 2019. Read on...
  10. Town Hall news

    Banff Mayor releases statement on issue of councillor charged with sexual assault

    Mayor Corrie DiManno issued the following statement regarding serious allegations being reported in the media about a sitting member of Town Council: Read on...
  11. Middle Springs Drive News

    Banff property owners asked to review their home’s assessed value

    The Town of Banff has launched the Assessment Review Period with the mailout of all property assessment notices in town. This starts the time period homeowners have to review and potentially ask to change their property’s assessed market value... Read on...
  12. HAF Announcement - Minister Fraser and Mayor DiManno

    Federal government announces $4.6M to accelerate new housing in Banff

    On Family Day, Mayor Corrie DiManno joined Sean Fraser, the Government of Canada's Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities to announce $4.6 million to support the Banff Housing Action Plan Read on...
  13. railway lands news

    Banff Railway Lands Area Redevelopment Plan

    Learn more about the Banff Railway Lands Area Redevelopment Plan. Town Council has requested public consultation in the new year along with a March 20 public hearing. Additional Info...
  14. Middle Springs Burn News

    Crews thin trees and remove/burn deadfall in Middle Springs to reduce wildfire risk

    The Town of Banff is working with contractor Alpine Precision to reduce wildfire risk in the Middle Springs neighbourhood on Sulphur Mountain by cutting and thinning trees, removing or burning logs, deadfall, dead standing trees and brush. Read on...
  15. firefighters

    Town starts 2024 budget debates

    Banff Town Council has started deliberations on the 2024 budget. Residents are invited to provide input. Read on...
  16. Aster ribbon cutting web news

    Banff celebrates completion of 33 new homes in The Aster

    The Town of Banff held a ceremony to celebrate the completion of their latest affordable housing complex and residents taking possession of their new homes Read on...
  17. Bear and Fruit Trees News

    Grizzly and black bear lured into town by easy meal

    A large, mature grizzly bear has been feeding on crab apples in residential yards in the town of Banff, and bluff charging people in the area. Read on...
  18. NDTR social image

    Survivors’ Flag Ceremony helps mark National Day for Truth & Reconciliation

    Media are invited to attend an event to introduce a Survivors Flag to Banff Town Hall and commemorate National Day for Truth and Reconciliation activities. Read on...
  19. Mounatin Ave News

    Bus lane & trail project to improve traffic on Mountain Ave.

    The Town of Banff is kicking off a new traffic-improvement project with public information sessions about the addition of an express bus lane and multi-use trail on Mountain Ave. Read on...
  20. Pavilion news

    Pavilion sets a new standard for sustainable building in Banff

    The new pavilion building has opened at the Banff Recreation Grounds, providing accessible and universal washrooms and a gathering space for local non-profits and Banff residents who use amenities in the area. Read on...
  21. Community Plan People On Street News

    Banff residents urged to help shape future of Town

    The Town of Banff is calling on residents to help update its Community Plan – the top plan that guides all decisions in the municipality for the next 10 years. Read on...
  22. Temporary Dog Park News

    Town starts Foxtail remediation at dog park

    Specialists in vegetation management are beginning the process of removing the hazardous foxtail plant from the Recreation Grounds Dog Park next week, which will allow the park to be reopened later this month. Read on...
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