Canmore Town Council Regular Council Meeting
The council meeting included a land acknowledgement and the approval of the agenda. A delegation from the Bow Valley Immigration Partnership provided an update on immigrant integration in the region, discussing the importance of inclusive community practices, workforce retention, and the social contributions of newcomers. The Partnership presented four specific requests to the council regarding formal recognition of the value of immigrants, advocacy for permanent resident voting rights in municipal elections, the establishment of an annual immigrant engagement event, and regional coordination on immigration integration matters. Council members engaged in a Q&A session with the delegates concerning economic impacts and strategies to support diverse community participation.