Banff: Quick Facts

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Alberta's new riding map skews Lethbridge, Banff, Calgary seats toward UCP, voter data suggests • Nov. 5, 2026, 3:00 AM ET (CBC)

Park warden layoffs expected in Jasper and Banff • Nov. 2, 2026, 6:02 PM ET (CTV News)

Parks Canada cuts Banff search-and-rescue dog program amid plans to eliminate 500 positions • Oct. 23, 2026, 3:49 PM ET (CTV News)

3.7-magnitude earthquake felt in Banff, Canmore • Oct. 16, 2026, 3:30 PM ET (CBC)

Parks Canada investigation of Banff superintendent key for 'trust in public institutions': expert • Oct. 16, 2026, 1:47 PM ET (CBC)

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