Category: Lifestyle

September 2024 Newsletter

Posted on by Katie OSullivan

Embracing Fall in the Bow Valley: Market Insights and Seasonal Reflections

The evenings are starting to cool but the start of September has been fantastic with a colder and rainy day as I write this. Another successful Highland Games and the Kids are back in school means we are now fully focused on fall. The Bow Valley is still welcoming many visitors as we have always found September and October tourism staying strong. While out for a run on the local trails in Canmore and Banff it is great to overhear multiple different languages as I pass by locals and visitors alike taking in our stunning mountains.

Market Evaluation

On the graphs within this newsletter, you will see substantial increases in median sale prices, but I will caution reading too much into that as sample sizes allow larger swings in some monthly numbers. Next month we will be reviewing the 3rd quarter of the year which always brings more tangible comparatives. Our listing inventory continues to inch its way up but as we have been saying we are a far way off from what we have seen as a balanced market. For reference, since we started pulling these numbers almost 25 years ago the highest inventory was over 500 listings on the market in 2011 and the lowest was 56 in the intense post covid days of 2022. As of writing this in the second week in September our market currently has 159 active listings.

Market Demands

With the covid affect on listings and sales a great reference point is comparing our market to September 2019, just before the pandemic. Our listing inventory was 256 on September 1st  which was 68% higher than September 1st, 2024 inventory. In terms of sales, all segments in August 2024 had fewer sales than August 2019 except for townhomes, which makes sense as many buyers are still waiting for the right property to make the move to Canmore or to move within the market. Speaking of moving within the market, we have begun to see the fall buyers looking for a property for ski season (and beyond) and often these buyers will move up and down in the market as the needs of their families change. They may start with an apartment style condo and then move up to something larger as the kids get older and potentially even larger again as they fall in the love with Canmore and look to semi-retire or retire here.

It truly is our pleasure to work hard and put our knowledge and experience to work helping our clients sell and/or buy their mountain home and would be excited to help any of your friends or family with all their Real Estate needs. We are never too busy for your referrals!

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What’s happening in Canmore- September 2024

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Canmore Festival of Arts and Creativity – September 13th-15th- Arts Place

Enjoy art workshops, artist demonstrations, hands-on activities, films, a community campfire, outdoor markets, and live performances – art and creativity will abound, promising fun for people of all ages to enjoy.

More info and full schedule HERE

CANMORE’S FIRST WOMEN’S ONLY ENDURO -September 21st from 9am-5pm- Canmore Nordic Center

The aim is to be Canmore’s most supportive Enduro Race – just for women. From first-timers to experienced racers, this is the race for you! What to Expect? Expect high fives, good vibes and a ton of fun! The Canmore Enduro will feature both an Intermediate Blue Course and a more challenging Black Course.

More Info HERE

Millennium Park Run – Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 9:00am – 10:00am

ParkRun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate.

ParkRun is 5k and takes place every Saturday morning at Millennium Park in Canmore and starts where the path meets the River Trail. You can expect ParkRun to be positive, welcoming and inclusive, there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along.

More Info HERE

Comedy Night – Jon Dore- Sunday, September 29th 2024 at 07:00 pm- Arts Place

Named one of “10 comics to watch” by Variety Magazine, Ottawa-born comedian, host and actor Jon Dore is renowned for his offbeat humour and unique bait-and-switch style. Winner of the 2023 Juno Award for Best Comedy Album, Dore is a favourite on the comedy club and festival circuit in Canada and the United States, enjoying sold-out runs at the Just For Laughs Festivals in Montreal, Toronto & Vancouver, as well as festivals in Halifax, Winnipeg, Portland, and the Bonnaroo Music and Arts Festival.

More Info HERE

Salsa Social Dance Class – October 4th – 8pm-11:30pm-Arts Place

Simmering Salsa, Beautiful Bachata! Come out to the Bow Valley’s favorite Latin Dance Party! Join the dance class at 8pm for some fun tips and to meet new partners. Afterwards we will party with a DJ, social dancing and snacks! Everyone is welcome, from beginners to experts and everything in between. No experience or partner required. Tickets are $15 in advance, $18 at the door.

More Info HERE

Thinking about buying or selling in Canmore – Check out some market stats on our monthly Newsletter

SOLD-119 Benchlands Terrace

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Congratulations to everyone involved in the sale of the beautiful property. Entering this 3,062 sq ft open plan 4 bedroom single family home you will be enthralled by the panoramic mountain peak vistas & immense valley views through the mammoth wall of windows, on both the main and upper level living spaces, confirming your belief that a location like this truly do exist. As you enter you are drawn up to the living room with vaulted ceilings and raked windows to take in those views and pull in the light. A view deck is steps away along with the open dining and kitchen that features a large walkin pantry and second wine storage space. Also on this level is the primary retreat with ensuite bath and walkin closet plus a second bedroom and full bath. The entry level includes a second large living space with more stunning views and light along with two more bedrooms, full bath with sauna, laundry room and generous storage all with toe warming inslab heat. A large single car garage with additional storage and a large yard complete this home up on the bench.

More info HERE.

What’s happening in Canmore for June 2024

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Indigenous People Day Celebration

Canmore Civic Center: June 15th from 10am- 3pm.

Celebrating National Indigenous People’s Day, the Iyarhe Nakoda & the peoples of Treaty 7!  Presented by Authentically Indigenous Inc. & Stoney Nakoda Markets. The Town of Canmore will host an Indigenous artist market, cultural performances, Indigenous food, Tipi Raising and more.

More details HERE

Bear Aware in Person

Fenlands Center, Banff: June 19th from 7pm- 8:30pm.

Join the Town of Banff and Parks Canada in an interactive Bear Aware session that will have you learning how to be safe in bear country. This hour and a half in-person session will be led by two Parks Canada wildlife specialists and includes a presentation on how to identify different types of bears, common bear behaviors and tools and tips to prevent bear encounters. You will also get hands on experience using inert bear spray.
No registration required

More details HERE

Summer Solstice Party

The Malcolm Hotel: June 20th from 4:30pm- 6:30pm.

Sip on refreshing drinks, indulge in delicious bites, and mingle with fellow party-goers as you make the most of this joyous occasion. All proceeds will be donated in support of Rocky Mountain Adaptive. Live performance by Charlie Butler. *Must be over 18 to attend*

More details HERE

Canada Day Parade

Main Street: July 1st from 9am- 2pm.

The Canada Day celebration that you know and love is back for another summer. We are looking forward to celebrating as a community with a day jam-packed with activities for the whole family. Grab pancakes at the classic pancake breakfast and let them fuel you for the Canada Day Fun Run and Walk, then lean back in your lawn chair for the Canada Day Parade.

More Details HERE

Canmore Market- Elevation Place

Elevation Place: May 23rd- October 3rd from 10am – 6pm.

The Canmore Mountain Market is a summer tradition in Canmore for over twenty-five years, operating every Thursday from May to October. Visitors and locals are treated to an excellent selection of locally and regionally produced items including fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, jams, coffee, and baked goods. The Market also offers unique crafts, clothing, jewelry, and other artisanal products.

More Details HERE

Want to know about the Canmore Real estate Market? Check out our Newsletters page for monthly updates

What’s Happening in Canmore in May 2024

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Canmore Market- Elevation Place

May 23rd- October 3rd from 10am – 6pm.

The Canmore Mountain Market is a summer tradition in Canmore for over twenty-five years, operating every Thursday from May to October. Visitors and locals are treated to an excellent selection of locally and regionally produced items including fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, jams, coffee, and baked goods. The Market also offers unique crafts, clothing, jewelry, and other artisanal products.

More Info: https://www.canmore.ca/your-community/arts-culture-and-heritage/farmers-market

Fast and Female Girls Run- Nordic Center

Saturday, May 25 (7:30-9:30am) and Sunday, May 26 (8:30-10am)

Calling all girls aged 5-12! Join us for a morning of girl power! The Fast and Female team is thrilled to be working with Rocky Mountain Soap Co.’s The Women’s Soap Run to bring back our annual Girls Run in Canmore, AB. The main event includes 1km or 2.5km run (distance of your choice), Fast and Female swag, the opportunity to connect with our REAL Roles, FUN, and so much more!

More Info: https://fastandfemale.com/programs/girls-run/

Anatomy of a Fall-ArtsPlace

Fri May 24 2024 at 07:30 pm

The story begins when Samuel is found dead in the snow outside the isolated chalet where he lived with his wife Sandra, a German writer, and their partially-sighted 11-year-old son Daniel. An investigation leads to a conclusion of “suspicious death”: it’s impossible to know for sure whether he took his own life or was killed. Sandra is indicted, and we follow her trial which pulls the couple’s relationship apart. Daniel is caught in the middle: between the trial and their home life, doubts take their toll on the mother-son relationship.

More Info: https://artsplacecanmore.com/whats-on/screenings/anatomy-of-a-fall

Friday Night Comedy: Allyson Smith with Danny Sutcliffe- ArtsPlace

Fri May 24 2024 at 07:30 pm

A self-confessed “over-sharer”, any Allyson June Smith show inevitably serves up a potent observational cocktail of wit, bite and shame. Which means you’ll typically find her after the show, with a line of eager fans queued up to talk with her, to confess to her or to share some comically grisly detail from their own lives. Courageously self-deprecating, Allyson’s comedic gift is making every room, whatever the size, feel like an intimate group therapy session. 

More Info: https://allevents.in/canmore/friday-night-comedy-allyson-smith-with-danny-sutcliffe/200026449693141?ref=eventlist-cat

Check out our May 2024 Newsletter HERE

April 2024 Local Events

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Pine Tree Players present Little Shop of Horrors

Apr 17 (6:30pm) – Apr 27 (10:00pm)-Canmore Minors’ Union Hall 

Pine Tree Players is pleased to present Little Shop of Horrors by Howard Ashman and Alan Menken, directed by Cheryl Naylor, with vocal director Nicole Kowalewski and band director Ryan Stelter. A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical comedy, Little Shop Of Horrors has devoured the hearts of theatre goers for over 40 years.

Link to event page.

The Sour: Cocktail Class

April 17th- 7pm-9pm 

Join us for a Cocktail Class based on Sour Cocktails and variations of this popular classic. You will learn how to craft classic sour cocktails using egg whites and effective alternative options for creating a beautiful foam. Learn the history of this style, compete in a shake off and leave with the knowledge of how to create these cocktails, at home like a pro.
Class includes:
A two hour guided and interactive class with our mixology team
3 x Cocktails
10% off spirits and cocktail tools
Please arrive by 7pm sharp so the class can start on time.

Link to event page 

Bear Day

April  20th 9am-3pm-Canmore Nordic Center

Mark Saturday, April 20th on your calendars! To coincide with bears’ emergence from their winter dens, Alberta Parks and WildSmart are once again hosting Bear Day at Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park’s Day Lodge. This event is a celebration and welcoming of bears back on the landscape for another year. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about the bears in our area and to refresh your bear safety knowledge and skills so you are prepared for the upcoming season and are bear aware.

Link to event Page 

The Women’s Soap Run

May 25th – 7am – May 26th 10am

The Rocky Mountain Soap Women’s Run & Walk was originally started in 2008 with 600 participants, and has since grown to attract over 3,200 women for an active weekend getaway. A highlight of the season for many runners, this event has historically sold out within the first month of registration being opened!

Link to event page

March 2024 Local Events

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What is happening this month in the bow Valley? Check out our list of local events to keep you busy in these colder months.

BMW IBU WORLD CUP BIATHLON 2024 CANMORE

Mar 14 (10:30am) – Mar 17 (4:00pm)- Canmore Nordic Center

Canmore hosts the BMW IBU Biathlon World Cup 2024. Races are FREE to attend, with VIP packages also available. As the final World Cup of 2023/24, overall globe winners will be awarded including the Nations Cup Champions. An estimated 25 nations will be competing at the largest Biathlon event ever held in Canmore. Free shuttle transportation will be available from downtown Canmore, with plenty of community events scheduled at the newly renovated Canmore Nordic Centre. The action is fast, come experience the thrilling sport of Biathlon! Visit the webpage for the race schedule.

https://www.explorecanmore.ca/events/bmw-ibu-world-cup-biathlon-2024-canmore/ 

VINEart Gala & Auction

March 16th, 2024- Fairmont Banff Springs

YWCA Banff’s biggest fundraiser of the year, the VINEart Gala and Auction. This highly anticipated event features delicious food and wine pairings, inspiring art and entertainment, and an exceptional live and silent auction! Proceeds from VINEart benefit YWCA Banff’s residential programs including our emergency shelter, transitional housing, affordable housing, and counselling services.

For tickets and to learn more click HERE!

THE ROCKY MOUNTAINS’ WINTER ADVENTURE RACE | THE ARCTIC FOX WINTER STAGE RACE

March 23rd (8:00AM-4:00PM) Canmore Nordic Center

Have you ever seen adventure racing on television and social media set in faraway countries, set in the most remote settings and thought, ‘I’d love to do that but that seems so extreme’? Well, now you can do that! Join the Rocky Mountains’ Winter Adventure Race! Rocky Mountain Adventure Racing presents the third annual Arctic Fox Winter Stage Race. The Arctic Fox Winter Stage Race is a 2-part adventure race that you (and, if you’d like, a teammate ) can take part in. Designed with the first-time adventure racer in mind and created to help promote and build the community of adventure racing, the Arctic Fox Winter Stage Race is just the event to experience the joys of AR. Complete each stage, or choose only to register for the stage/discipline (cross-country skiing or biking) that suits your team best – a perfect opportunity to experience what it’s all about.

ExploreCanmore.ca

Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, March 21st-23rd, 2024 – 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

The Friends of the Library host book sales three times a year – in spring, summer, and fall. The 2024 Book Sales are scheduled for March, July, and November. The sales run from Thursday to Sunday, each day with different hours. Thursday is the advance sale for Friends of the Library members only. Memberships are available at the door for $5. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday are open to all members of the public. Sunday is always fill a bag for $10.If you wish to donate items for the sales, please bring them to the library. We accept new and gently used books, DVDs, and CDs. Please note that we do not accept textbooks, Reader’s Digest condensed books, old encyclopedia sets, or any material that is in poor condition.

https://canmorelibrary.ab.ca/Events/Friends-of-the-Library-Book-Sale?id=1711209600-513645

Nightrise at the Banff Gondola

Open until March 30th. – Sulfur Mountain Gondola, Banff

Experience the magic of the mountains at night with Nightrise at the Banff Gondola. This immersive event combines multimedia special effects, including lights, music, and storytelling, to create a unique nighttime adventure. Ride the gondola to the summit after dark and be captivated by the breathtaking views of Banff National Park under the stars. Check out our blog ‘Experience Nightrise at the Banff Gondola’  to learn more. 

Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt at Banff Sunshine Village

March 31, 2024, Sunshine Ski Village, Banff AB

Celebrate Easter in the mountains at Banff Sunshine Village with an unforgettable Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt event. This family-friendly affair brings the magic of Easter to the slopes, with the Easter Bunny himself making an appearance.. Participants can join in the hunt for hidden eggs scattered around the base area and on the mountain, each containing surprises and treats.

https://www.skibanff.com/play/events-calendar/2023-2024/easter-bunny-egg-hunt

 

 

Check out of March 2024 newsletter to keep up to date on our current market.

January 2024- What’s happening this month?

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January 2024

From Open Mic nights, snow days festival, learning about wild ice and all the other activities, you wont be lacking in options of entertainment this month.

Open Mic Night at artsPlace Canmore!

Friday, January 12, 2024 at 4:00pm – 7:00pm

Calling all local singers and songwriters! Come play at the artsPlace Open Mic Nights hosted by Julie Chang. Entrance by donation; no registration required! Play your original tunes or fav cover songs and take your turn at the mic. Bring your own instruments but be welcome to play the beautiful artsPlace grand piano! Enjoy the artsPlace cabaret set-up and sit with your friends in a cozy cafe-style seating to appreciate the music.

https://artsplacecanmore.com/whats-on/community-events/artsplace-open-mic-nights

HeARTburn: Interactive Art Exhibition

January 4 – February 11, 2024

HeARTburn – the Bow Valley’s Burning Man community – returns to artsPlace with an exhibition of community-sourced artworks; showcasing an eclectic mix of dynamic and interactive art. Following the first principle of Burning Man, ‘Radical Inclusion’, we welcome all to come and participate in the event. This exhibition invites you to express and engage your own creativity! You’ll find artwork that requires your participation and interaction, as well as collaboration with others. Join the heARTburn community at the opening reception on Saturday Jan. 13, featuring live performance and music.

https://artsplacecanmore.com/whats-on/exhibitions/heartburn-interactive-art-exhibition

Snow Days Festival in Banff National Park

Wednesday, January 17, 2024 – Sunday, January 28, 2024

Snow Days Festival in Banff National Park is held for more than 90 years. This is a month of enjoyable winter fiesta. In the festival, the visitors can enjoy various winter sport activities like ice-skating, ice hockey, exhibition of ice statues, theater shows, etc…

List of the events, time table and places are displayed in Banff website.

Wild Ice: Banff Edition

Fri, Jan 19, 1:00 p.m.–Sun, Jan 21, 2:00 p.m.

The lakes of the Canadian Rockies and Banff National Park have garnered worldwide attention as some of the most captivating and stunning locations on the planet for winter photography. Every year, the interplay of light and ice brings a different mix of incredible photo opportunities and turns the surface and shores of the lake into a creative playground. Join two long-time wild ice enthusiasts and Rockies locals, Kris Andres and Kahli April, as we go on a quest for the ultimate ice features, methane bubbles, winter sidelight, snowdrifts, starry skies and rugged skylines! This is a wonderful chance to flex your creative muscles in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.

https://allevents.in/banff/wild-ice-banff-edition/200024343942702

Bear Street Live Entertainment- Banff

Evenings from Friday-Sunday- Jan 19 – Feb 4, 2024

Celebrate the winter season with live entertainment and performances in the heart of Banff! Featuring artists from across Alberta with live music, circus, street performers, stilt walkers, and more! Running Fridays and Saturdays from 4-8pm and Sundays from 1-4pm on Bear Street during SnowDays Festival.

https://www.banfflakelouise.com/events/snowdays/bear-street-live-entertainment

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VINEart Gala & Auction

March 24th, 2024- Fairmont Banff Springs

YWCA Banff’s biggest fundraiser of the year, the VINEart Gala and Auction. This highly anticipated event features delicious food and wine pairings, inspiring art and entertainment, and an exceptional live and silent auction! Proceeds from VINEart benefit YWCA Banff’s residential programs including our emergency shelter, transitional housing, affordable housing, and counselling services.

For tickets and to learn more click HERE!

 

Read our January 2023 Newsletter HERE!

 

What’s Happening in December 2023

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Rotary Club Festival of Trees- The Malcolm Hotel

December 1st,2023- December 31st, 2023.

Running December 1 -31, the Rotary Festival of Trees is a community-based holiday celebration with decorated trees, wreaths and special events and activities for the entire family. It is free to view and walk through the forest of trees. Funds raised from the Rotary Festival of Trees will be contributed to The Rotary Club of Canmore’s numerous programs and services which benefit so many within our community and internationally. Read more HERE.

New Year’s Eve Oscars Red Carpet- The Malcolm Hotel

December 31st, 2023- 5pm

New Year’s Eve Oscars Red Carpet Join us on Sunday, December 31st, 2023, to ring in the new year in true Hollywood style.  Full Price list and details of the event HERE.

Canmore New Years Eve Events

  • Ring it in at the rink– Canmore recreation center from 5pm-8pm.free all-ages evening of fun featuring fireside musical performances with local musicians, a DJ dance party, ice skating, crafts, photobooths, and food vendors. The evening will conclude with a pyrotechnics show at 8 p.m. with viewing from the field outside of the Canmore Recreation Centre.
  • Midnight Fireworks-Count down to midnight with us at Millennium Park and say hello to 2024 with an exciting fireworks display. If you plan to make your way over to view the fireworks from Millennium Park, please note that the parking lot is closed to vehicle access beginning on Dec. 30 and will not re-open to vehicle access until Jan. 1, 2024. We encourage all residents to walk or to take Roam public transit to access the downtown on New Year’s Eve.

Banff New Years Eve Events

  • Celebrate in the park-Featuring live music from local and regional artists, such as local favorites Charlie B & Swanee, and headliners The Steadies, a high-energy, four-piece Canadian power band that are sure to get you moving!  Join us for Indigenous dance performances and a tipi display, the Lil Toot train for toddlers, winter activities, and, of course, hot chocolate and fire-roasted marshmallows.  
  • Midnight Pyrotechnics-Count down the last minutes of 2023 and celebrate the arrival of 2023 with low altitude, low noise pyrotechnics. These are family-friendly events so please leave alcohol and cannabis at home.

The 2023 RLP Solution’s Food Drive

We would like to extend a heart felt thank you to everyone who donated, supported and volunteered for the food drive this year. Thus far we have raised an astonishing 11,000lbs of food for the Bow Valley Food Bank. We will continue to accept donations at our offices until the new year. We aim to beat last years donations of 12,000lbs.

CLICK HERE to learn more about about the food drive and donate to the Bow Valley Food Bank.

Immersive Adventures and Inspirational Stories: Unveiling the Banff Mountain Film Festival Experience

Posted on by Katie OSullivan

The 48th Annual Banff Mountain Film and Book Festival  happened from October 28th- November 5th, 2023. If you are a local, you are likely already accustomed to what it entails. If you are not local, the film festival is a international festival which accepts entries from numerous topics showcasing Mountain adventures and tales from around the world. This year we managed to sneak in a few of the shows, and we are excited to share our experience.

Saturday October 28th, 2023- 9:00 am – Mixed Morning Films!

Waking up on a Saturday Morning at 9:00am to watch a movie is not the first choice for the majority of people. Feeling slow moving and sleepy, with a overflowing thermos of coffee, we excitedly ventured to the Banff Center. Parking was an easy feat with multiple options, there is also a free bus from the town of Banff and walking up to the Banff center from town is an extremely realistic option.

The mixed Morning films included a variety of short films encompassing different cultures, adventures and environments. The energy in the auditorium was palpable. Mutters of what to expect filled the room. The 3 hour screening journeyed us thorough multiple experiences and stories, the allure of each clip grasps you with awe. The variance of the movies shown in this three hour time slot truly pulls on all your heart strings. From a Dallas based non profit community resilience hub rooted in Skate culture to rock climbing to fight a lifelong battle with Cystic Fibrosis in Sardinia in Italy you immediately feel like you are part of something bigger. It gives you an appreciation of the world we live in, the boundary’s we as humans have pushed and the ability the mind play’s in reaching our goals.

Vertical Canada: The closing movie was a 45 minute adventure documenting Canada’s first ever North to South human crossing. Starting in Ellesmere Island a group of Quebecoise took on the challenge. They expertly convey the challenges, successes, little wins and hardships along the way. This inspirational movie was the perfect way to end the show. It left the audience feeling exhilarated for the upcoming winter season.

Sunday October 29th, 2023- 7:30pm – Snow Show

The snow show is one of the most anticipated shows of the Banff  Mountain Film and Book Festival.  It Showcases a mix of snow sports over a varying terrain. This show is a highly anticipated kick off to the winter season. While waiting for the show to start the muffled chitchat of the upcoming winter season fills the room. The contagious anticipatory energy sets the tone for what’s to come.

It was inspiring to see a submission from Adrian Grabinski, a Canmore local. ‘The Best Skier you’ve Never Heard of‘ follows the story of Adrian who after his successful ski racing career on the Junior Canadian Team, decided to venture West.  He shares his truly remarkable journey that led him to realize that the captivating mountains would not be the only thing to steal his heart in a small non profit ski hill near Terrace, B.C.

A favorite pick from this show was ‘How Did we Get Here’. The story of The Blonde’s, three ladies who wanted to Sled but could only afford one sled. You cannot help but reminisce on your own childhood and the many fun adventures you had playing on sleds. The ladies certainly know how to navigate any terrain on their skis and have no fear of being off the ground. The movie is portrayed through brilliant cinematography. A must see for any adventure seeker.

Saturday, November 4th, 2023- 7:30- Jess Kimura and Films

Comedian Katie Burrell hosted a brilliant night interviewing Jess Kimura about her career in snowboarding. Throughout the evening the audience indulged in tears of happiness and joy. Jess Kimura has not gained her success easily.  Through many trials and tribulations she persevered to being one of the top female snowboarders worldwide.  From being disregarded by the snowboarding community to loosing her partner in a biking accident, she truly has overcome some of life’s hardest lessons.

What separates Jess from the mainstream professional athlete’s is her commitment to bringing other people along with her success. She produced a all female snowboarding movie, The Uninvited, showcasing some of the up and coming boarders in the industry. With the intention of giving the girls the opportunity to demonstrate their skills while also giving the viewers encouragement to keep on going.

The Banff Mountain Film Fest exhibits some of the worlds best adventure movies. The submissions for the Film Festival open in April 2024. If adventure videography is something your interested you should considering entering a video into the competition. If you are more of a observer, the Banff Mountain Film Festival happens in the last week of October/ Early November annually. It is the perfect way to kick off the winter season.  If you are interested in watching the movies for the Banff Mountain Film Festival 2023 , Click Here to see if the shows world tour comes to a town near you.

Whether you want to get hyped for the upcoming season/adventure or learn about some inspiring people, you cannot go wrong by checking out a show at the Banff Film Festival. The festival truly embraces the strength and resilience of humans. The exhilarating movies will have you inspired to get out there and chase your dreams..

For more about skiing in the Bow Valley: Click Here