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Announcing the 2026 David M. Bayne Legacy Bursary Recipients
July 29, 2026
BLLHA and the Banff Canmore Foundation are proud to announce three recipients of the 2026 David M. Bayne Legacy Bursary in recognition of their commitment to hospitality, tourism, and community leadership.
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BLLHA Mid-Summer Advocacy Update
July 22, 2026
A brief advocacy update highlighting several significant files that have advanced over the past few weeks, each with important implications for the hospitality and tourism community in Banff & Lake Louise.
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Housekeeping Olympics 2026
July 14, 2026
The 11th Annual Banff Lake Louise Housekeeping Olympics, held on May 28th, didn’t just bring together the hospitality community, it captured the attention of audiences across Canada.
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Community, Connection and Belonging
May 20, 2026
Mental Health & Addiction Week in the Bow Valley was a week of conversation, connection, learning, and support. In conversation with BVMHAW's Amanda Arbuckle, we looked back on what stood out and what continues to provide hope.
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BLLHA Tourism & Hospitality Bursary Program
May 19, 2026
The Banff & Lake Louise Hospitality Association is offering bursaries of up to $500 each in support of individuals pursuing career development opportunities in the tourism and hospitality industry. Deadline September 30, 2026.
Read MoreMay 19
Tourism Works Best, When It Works for the Community
April 16, 2026
As we celebrate Tourism Week, Mike Kelly & guest contributor Banff's Mayor DiManno share insights on the impact of tourism in Banff - highlighting the partnerships, and perspectives that shape our community and drive our industry forward.
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David Bayne Legacy Bursaries for Hospitality Students
April 14, 2026
2026 intake for bursaries up to $5000 now closed. Inspiring students and celebrating leadership, hard work, & professionalism, 4 bursaries are available to hospitality students with a connection to Banff & Lake Louise. Deadline closed May 9th.
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2025: Year in Review
March 19, 2026
A reflection from our 2025 Annual Meeting: A year of progress, partnership, and what comes next. The role of BLLHA is to listen, to bring those perspectives forward, and to work with partners to create solutions that move the entire community ahead.
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Open Letter To Our Workforce & Community
March 8, 2026
Every guest experience, every meal served, every room prepared, and every welcome offered is made possible by the people who live and work here. Our workforce is not simply part of this destination; you are what makes it thrive.
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Welcome to the BLLHA Blog & Newsfeed
February 19, 2026
This place is extraordinary. It’s also complex. Banff & Lake Louise sits at the intersection of global visitation and everyday community life. This complexity requires a shared path forward defined by learning, adaptation, and shared responsibility.
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Emergency Preparedness: Is Your Business Ready?
February 18, 2026
As we head into the 2026 peak season, BLLHA is working with partners to prepare for and practice all-hazards scenarios across the destination. Preparedness is about making sure our making making sure our community is ready for whatever comes our way.
Read MoreFeb 18
2025 Workplace Inclusion Charter
February 12, 2026
In 2025, our community made meaningful strides toward building more inclusive workplaces across Banff and Lake Louise. Together, 24 Employer Champions and 70 participating local workplaces completed an incredible 449 inclusion actions.
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2026 Provincial Pre-Budget Submission
January 29, 2026
In alignment with TIAA, BLLHA submitted pre-budget recommendations to the Government of Alberta, reflecting what we’ve heard from businesses across Banff and Lake Louise: a focus on workforce, housing, transportation, and destination sustainability.
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Town of Banff 2026 Budget & Service Review: Final Update
January 16, 2026
The Town of Banff 2026–2028 Budget has now been approved, concluding this year’s Service Review and budget process with outcomes that strongly reflect the priorities and solutions advanced by the BLLHA, our members and partners.
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Check out our new Website
January 15, 2026
A new BLLHA online experience is on the way, designed to be more user-friendly, informative, and reflective of the community we support.
Read MoreJan 15