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Mountain Living
Living the Dream: Access the Theatre with the Pine Tree Players
The Pine Tree Players began in 1978, when a group of Canmoreites recognized the need for performing arts in the little mountain town.
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Buying Selling
Buying a New Home and Selling your Old Home at the Same Time
Buying and selling at the same time is not for the faint of heart! Here is expert advice from a local mortgage broker and realtor.
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Selling
Staging that Small Space
Your small space doesn’t have to be a deterrent when staging your home with these 5 tips to stage your small space so you can sell faster!
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Mountain Living
A Mountain Life with Kelly VanderBeek
Born in small town Northern Ontario, Olympian and multi-talented Kelly VanderBeek shares the best parts of mountain life in the Bow Valley.
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Buying
Learning the Lingo
Considering buying your first home and wondering what the heck everyone’s talking about? The real estate industry comes with its own language. Here are 15 common real estate terms – explained.
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Mountain Living
Hit the trails with Canmore and Area Mountain Bike Association
CAMBA is a non-profit society that advocates for a vibrant and exciting trail system for users of all ages and abilities.
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Buying
How to Become Mortgage Free, Faster!
Mortgages are a large commitment. But there are some strategies to getting mortgage free faster, saving you money in the long run!
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Mountain Living
Living the Dream
It’s summer, and it’s one of the best times to live in the Bow Valley. The natural playground is your backyard, and there are countless ways to explore what it has to offer!
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Mountain Living
Dog Days of Summer
Somebody once said there are more dogs than people in the Bow Valley. So where can you bring your pooch around town?
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Buying
Fixed Vs Variable Mortgages: Do you know what’s best for you?
Mortgages are big commitments with a lot of nuances. Exploring a variable rate mortgage may be the ticket to increased savings and paying for your home faster!
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Selling
Spring into Selling
It’s the perfect time to sell your home. Staging your home to sell starts with the exterior, and one easy and affordable way to spruce it up is with blooming flowers.
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Mountain Living
In the Neighbourhood: The Municipal District of Bighorn
Surrounding Canmore is the Municipal District of Bighorn. These relaxed communities have less tourism and larger lots, making them the perfect mountain getaway!
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Buying Selling
It’s Deck Season!
You may be ready to soak up the sun, but is your deck up to the challenge?
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Mountain Living
In The Neighbourhood: Beautiful Banff Part 2
Living in Banff National Park is a unique privilege. The town’s size restrictions mean residents enjoy a special closeness to nature and connection to the surrounding wilderness of the National Park.
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Mountain Living
Stop by the Banff Library
To paraphrase Neil Gaiman, ‘Google can bring you a million answers; a Librarian can bring you the right one.’ - Sarah McCormack, Library Director
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Mountain Living
It’s Our First Birthday!
We're celebrating one year of market trends and mortgage tips, one year of the best in mountain living, and one year of the finest properties for sale in the mountains!
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Mountain Living
In The Neighbourhood: Beautiful Banff Part 1
Living in Banff National Park is a unique privilege. The closeness to nature and connection to the community are just some of the highlights of living in this mountain town.
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Buying
A Step-By-Step Guide to Buying a Home in the Bow Valley
Buying your first house is a big decision! Do you know what to expect? Follow this step by step guide to buying a home in the Bow Valley!
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Selling
5 Reasons to Sell this Spring!
Spring is here and it’s the perfect time of year to sell! After a winter of snow, ice, short days and cold weather, everyone is excited to embrace the changing seasons.
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Mountain Living
WildSmart in the Mountains
Interview with Nick de Ruyter, WildSmart Program Director about the WildSmart Program and community support for wildlife conservation, which is essential for long-term coexistence.
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Mountain Living
In The Neighbourhood: Three Sisters Mountain Village
One of the youngest neighbourhoods in Canmore's South Side is still expanding. Three Sisters Mountain Village has some of the town’s latest homes, with new builds going up daily.
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Buying Selling
Market Predictions for Spring 2021
With the uncertainty of the pandemic still looming in our day-to-day lives, it can be difficult to see what lays over the horizon. Here are four predictions for the real estate market this spring.
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Mountain Living
Sustainable Homes in the Bow Valley
Living in the mountains means connecting with the nearby wild spaces. So how do you make sure your home has minimal impact on the surrounding natural world?
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Mountain Living
In The Neighbourhood: South Side
The south side of the valley has some of the newest neighbourhoods in Canmore, as well as some of its most sought-after homes. The south side is mountain living at its finest.
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Buying
Tips and Tricks for Financing a Vacation Home
A vacation home can be an excellent investment and buying one in the mountains isn’t impossible. The key is planning your purchase and working with experts along the way.
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Mountain Living
Community Spaces: Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park
The Canmore Nordic Centre Provincial Park is a world-class facility famous for hosting the Nordic events for the 1988 Olympic Winter Games. It is also home to Canada’s National Cross-Country and Biath
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Buying Selling
Home Viewing Safety Tips
The mountain market is booming, and it’s a great time to invest in real estate. Here are some home viewing safety tips to make the process safer for everyone involved!
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Selling
Tips for Selling Your Home in Winter
While real estate markets tend to cool off over the winter, that doesn’t mean your home won’t sell during the snowy months! Here are 5 tips for selling your home in the winter.
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Mountain Living
In The Neighbourhood: Spring Creek
What started as developer Frank Kernick’s vision to develop a classic, authentic neighbourhood, filled with true local spirit and camaraderie, has developed into Spring Creek, "The Heart of Canmore".
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Buying
Buying Your First Home in the Bow Valley
When buying your first home in the Bow Valley, most people think, “Even with property taxes and condo fees, paying a mortgage is just not much higher than your average rent payment.”
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Mountain Living
Community Spaces: Books & Beyond at the Canmore Public Library
The Canmore Public Library was established in 1971 and is looking forward to celebrating its 50th anniversary next year. Discover Books and Beyond in this Community Space.