About Canmore

Canmore is considered to be one of the most desirable locations to live in Canada. Located in the Bow Valley, nestling in the Rocky Mountains of Alberta, and surrounded on all sides by majestic and often snow covered mountains, whatever you see, wherever you go, whatever you do, there is still more to see, go and do.

From cowboy country to mining town to mountain resort, Canmore has continuously evolved to make it a great permanent or vacation location.

Read about the history of Canmore, how it came to exist, and the men and companies that made it what it is today.

Or find out about the infamous Canmore Bunnies, few celebrities can say they have had as much world-wide attention or outpourings of support as these lovable lagomorphs.

What makes Canmore so special?

Well could it be the fantastic scenery? The beautiful Bow River running through? The fact that it appears to be the art epicentre of Alberta for artists and artisans? The parks? The trails? The mountain biking? The cross-country skiing? The hiking, running, skating? The fact that every dog living in Canmore has a big smile on it's face? We could go on and on and on about what Canmore has to offer.

But, don't just listen to what we say, come and visit. Stay a few days in mountain paradise, once visited, loved forever.

Where is Canmore?

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