Events & Retreats
A Bear and Bison Inn

Luxury Bed & Breakfast & Wedding Venue
in Canmore, Alberta

Group Retreats, Conferences, & Holiday Parties

Let’s work together to plan a memorable event that meets your group’s needs and gives everyone a chance to enjoy their time in the Canadian Rockies.

We can help take your ideas and mold them into the perfect professional effortless event.

We have a team of dedicated, staff who live to please, let’s come up with a new twist on your event so your team gets the full benefit of your strategy and goals.

With just 10 guest rooms and meeting space for up to 14 people in a boardroom-style setting, we offer a more personal experience than a traditional conference venue.

Send us an inquiry and we’ll work out a quote for you and your ideas,

Tell us about your event, including the number of attendees, accommodation needs, preferred dates and times, and meal requirements. We’ll put together a quote based on your plans.

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Group Retreats, Conferences, & Holiday Parties
Private Retreats in the Rockies

Private Retreats in the Rockies

We love welcoming groups with different interests and reasons for gathering. Every retreat brings something different, and we enjoy helping make each experience special.

We love the challenge of making your event uniquely memorable!

Over the years, we’ve welcomed everything from yoga retreats in our award-winning garden to family celebrations honouring 70 years of marriage.

Tell us what you have in mind, and we’ll work with you to bring the details together.

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Christmas & Holiday Party Venue

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with a Holiday party that will be remembered for years to come!

Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering for your team or a festive celebration with family and friends, we specialize in creating enchanting holiday experiences. Our charming 10-room inn is the perfect backdrop for your holiday festivities, accommodating up to 20 overnight and 60 to 65 dinner guests.

Why Choose Us for Your Christmas Party?

  • Personalized Planning: We work closely with you to bring your vision to life, ensuring every detail reflects the joy and warmth of the holiday season.
  • Dedicated Team: Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional service, making sure your event is both magical and stress-free.
  • Festive Atmosphere: From beautifully decorated spaces to holiday-themed menus, we create an environment that captures the spirit of Christmas.

Event Options:

  • Holiday Dinners: Enjoy a festive meal with seasonal dishes crafted by our talented chefs.
  • Themed Parties: Whether it’s a classic holiday theme or something more unique, we’ll make it happen.
  • Corporate Celebrations: Reward your team with a holiday party that boosts morale and fosters a sense of togetherness.

Make this holiday season truly special with a celebration at our inn. Let’s create an event that your guests will cherish forever!

Book a Holiday Party

Christmas & Holiday Party Venue
Outstanding Micro Destination Wedding

I relied heavily on reviews while planning for my micro destination wedding so I wanted to leave a detailed review for other brides looking. The Bear & Bison was perfect. Lonny & his team made the planning process stress free. We had a 20 person micro wedding & rented the entire Inn for the weekend (10 bedrooms). The place is exactly the vibe for the Rockies – log cabin style with a view of the mountains. Our guests could not stop talking about the food – they even made accommodations for our 10 year old cousin who loved her pancakes instead of the “adult” breakfasts.
I cannot speak enough about the staff. Brooke, Annette, and Barbara continuously checked on us to ensure we had everything we needed. We didn’t need to bring any decorations as they set up everything perfectly from their inventory. I was so stressed about the rain (it didn’t end up raining) but the girls were fully prepared with options for umbrellas or setting up inside which I cannot thank enough. Everyone loved the bartender Landon – he talked to all the guests and made everyone feel like his family. From our bonfire welcome night, to the wedding day itself, to the goodbye breakfast, the staff made sure every event went perfectly.
This was our dream wedding. I cannot thank the staff enough for making the weekend so special for us. We will definitely be back for an anniversary. A few notes for future brides -ask the staff which rooms don’t have separate showers when planning for elderly or disabled guests -Put bath salts as favors for your guests since all the rooms have beautiful tubs -do the bonfire package plus bar the night before the wedding – it was easier to organize than planning a trip to another bar, plus people can go to bed when they want.
Brina July 28, 2025

Outstanding Micro Destination Wedding

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