January 9, 2024
Banff is transformed into a magical winter wonderland each January, culminating in the vibrant Snow Days Festival. From January 19 to February 4, 2024, join us in celebrating the joy and beauty of winter. Snow Sculptures: A Trail of Winter Art Be mesmerized by the snow sculptures that adorn downtown Banff. These magnificent works of…
Immerse yourself in a winter fairy tale at the iconic Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise with the return of the mesmerizing Ice Magic Festival in 2024. As twilight descends, the enchanting Lake Louise becomes a radiant spectacle, illuminated by an array of beautifully lit ice sculptures. During select weekends in January and February, behold the artistry…
January 5, 2024
Each year, we have the privilege of being a venue of choice for many Canmore weddings and elopements. Each one unique and beautiful in its own way, which is really one of the best things about it. You can drink beer out of a canoe or enjoy a pyramid of Champagne, go all out and…
June 13, 2023
By Jacqueline Louie It was 10 years ago, the Canmore Flood began, in June 2013, that an intense, slow-moving rainstorm and abrupt melting of the Rocky Mountain snowpack led to a historic flood in southern Alberta. In the Bow Valley, more than 25 centimetres of rain fell over the course of three days (nearly half…
March 8, 2023
By Jacqueline Louie With a summit that rises 2,500 m (8,248 feet) above sea level, Bald Eagle Peak is a prominent landmark overlooking the town of Canmore. In the Stoney Nakoda language, the mountain’s name is Anû Kathâ Îpa. The peak, an outlier of the Fairholme Range, is the high point of a ridge between…
December 4, 2022
By Jacqueline Louie Lizzie Rummel, ‘the Baroness of the Rockies,’ was generous in sharing her deep love of the Rocky Mountains with everyone who met her. A Canadian Rockies legend, Order of Canada recipient, and beloved Canmore resident, Lizzie Rummel ran backcountry mountain lodges for more than three decades. Her name graces two lakes, a…
August 30, 2022
A lot can change in 20 years. Saplings grow into towering trees and little kids grow into strong adults. A Bear and Bison Inn has certainly changed throughout the years. However we also pride ourselves on the things that have stayed constant since opening our doors in 2002. Great food, clean rooms, bad jokes, dedicated…
July 1, 2022
We are so pleased to have hosted Erin Whaling as part of our ongoing Artist Residency Program. Erin is the creator of the phenomenal podcast Mom Knows Everything. Kids and adults alike will learn a thing or two from the curious questions and Erin’s in-depth answers….
Since opening the doors of A Bear and Bison Canadian Country Inn in 2002, a good cup of coffee has been a top priority. We have taste tested many unique brands of coffee, local coffee roasters, and brewing techniques. By using the trusted taste buds of friends, family, staff, and guest feedback we have landed…
May 28, 2022
By Jacqueline Louie Just west of Canmore, in Banff National Park, you’ll find a variety of hiking trails to explore. One of the area’s most popular trails takes you to the summit of Tunnel Mountain, which overlooks the town of Banff, with panoramic views. No-Tunnel Mountain In 1858, surgeon and geologist James Hector named this…
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Canmore, Alberta, T1W 3G9, Canada
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A Premium Destination Wedding & Event Venue and Lodging Located in Canmore Alberta, Canada
