18 h. ago Aggressive bear leads to evacuation of Yoho National Park campground

Parks Canada responded to two bear incidents in Yoho National Park Monday, evacuating one campsite and issuing a bear warning for another

Society

63 h. ago Saskatoon’s Meewasin considered to become a National Urban Park

The Valley Authority is working with First Nations and Metis communities in Saskatoon to turn Meewasin into a national urban park.

Society

7 d. ago 'Most beautiful person': Dozens hike to honour woman killed in rockfall

Jutta Hinrichs was killed last month in a rockslide at Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park

Events

8 d. ago Section of Banff National Park still closed to visitors 2 weeks after rock slide

The area has been closed since June 19 after a rock slide along the popular hiking trail near the falls.

Society

2 w. ago Brother of Alberta rock slide victim speaks about family’s grief

Family and friends of Hamza Benhilal, who was killed in a rock slide in Banff National Park last Thursday, describe him as a "kind and caring person" who "liked Canada so much."

Events

2 w. ago Ontario monument named one of the world's most beautiful buildings

A historic and culturally significant Canadian monument was recently named one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.Timeout has unveiled what it believes are the 24 most beautiful buildings in the world."There's beauty all over the place – not to mention some heart-wrenching stories that inspired these structures," the publication said.The only Canadian building to receive a mention was the National Holocaust Monument, located in Memorial Park in Ottawa, at 1918 Chaudière Crossing.Howard Sandler / Shutterstock.comBuilt in 2017, Timeout says that the building's structure centres around six triangular volumes which form the Star of David."It's organized around two planes – one ascends, pointing to the future, and the other descends into a space which features murals and photographs of the Holocaust to ensure it's not forgotten."According to the National Capital Commission (NCC), the monument was built to ensure "the l...

Politics

2 w. ago Banff rock slide survivor says friend who died saved his life: ‘I’m still shocked’

A man from Surrey, B.C., who survived last week's deadly rock slide in Banff National Park, credits his friend, one of the slide's two victims, for saving his life.

Sport

2 w. ago Alberta hiking community won't let Banff rockfalls keep them from the mountains

The news of Thursday’s rockslide in Banff, which left two dead and several injured, has shaken many in the hiking and outdoors community, with some expressing concern about their loved ones and the possibility of the same thing happening to them in the future. But it has also brought hikers together, with groups sharing messages […]

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2 w. ago Forecast for heavy rain, snow forces road closures in Waterton Lakes National Park

with heavy rain and possibly snow forecast for the area around Waterton Lakes National Park this weekend, Parks Canada has shut down vehicle access to two high elevation roads.

Society

2 w. ago Banff National Park: What to know, how to get there, and when to visit

The area is a picturesque experience, iconic for its postcard views no matter which way you turn and the crisp mountain air you can only find in the Rockies.

Society

2 w. ago Live updates: Search continues for victims of Bow Glacier Falls rockslide

A search is ongoing today for victims of the rockslide in Banff National Park that killed one person and injured several others. The RCMP and Parks Canada said early today that their search continued throughout the night at Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park. “Parks Canada visitor safety teams will continue working today with […]

Events

2 w. ago Live updates: Second death confirmed in Bow Glacier Falls rockslide as search resumes

A second death has been confirmed as a result of Thursday’s rockslide in Banff National Park, as a search for other victims continues. The RCMP and Parks Canada said in a 10:15 a.m. update that their search continued throughout the night and into the morning at Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park. A second […]

Economics

2 w. ago Alberta rock slide: Search for hikers to resume after deadly Banff National Park incident

Officials have said anyone who has not been able to account for loved ones believed to be in the area of the slide should contact Parks Canada.

Society

3 w. ago Possible fatalities after rockslide at Bow Falls Trail in Banff National Park

An RCMP spokesperson confirmed the rockslide resulted in 'serious injuries' to hikers

Society

3 w. ago Live developments: Possible fatalities after rockslide at Bow Falls Trail in Banff National Park

An RCMP spokesperson confirmed the rockslide resulted in 'serious injuries' to hikers

Society

3 w. ago One dead after rockslide near Bow Glacier Falls in Banff National Park

Other injured hikers evacuated from scene by ground and air ambulance, authorities say

Society

3 w. ago Rock slide leaves 1 dead, others seriously injured in Banff National Park

A large emergency response was dispatched to the Alberta Rocky Mountains on Thursday afternoon after a rock slide left several hikers injured in Banff National Park.

Society

3 w. ago Things to do in Calgary in June: Sled Island | National Indigenous Peoples Day | Calgary Stampeders

There is no shortage of things to do in Calgary. Here are highlights from local events in and around the city. Check out our full events listings for more. National Indigenous Peoples Day View this post on Instagram A post shared by Heritage Park YYC (@heritageparkyyc) Heritage Park is hosting National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations […]

Society

3 w. ago Two female grizzlies killed by trains in Banff National Park, a major blow to population

'The significance of losing breeding females can't be overstated,' said wildlife ecologist Saundi Stevens

Politics

4 w. ago Sir John A. Macdonald statue outside Ontario legislature freed after being in a box for five years

The statue of Canada's first prime minister has been under hoarding since 2020, when it was vandalized with pink paint during a protest

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