Current Phase

We are currently in Phase 2. This phase includes developing a draft Concept Plan that addresses as many issues or concerns as possible from what we heard in Phase 1.
Once all studies are complete, we will engage the community again prior to the public hearing for rezoning.

What’s New

Thank you for attending our Open House

On December 5, 2024, the project team hosted an Open House to share the draft concept plan as well as the results of some of the technical studies. You can view the presentation boards by clicking the link below.

View the presentation boards here.

Read the What We Heard report from the December 5 Open House
here.

Phase 1 Community Info Sessions

Below is a link to the report that summarizes the feedback that was shared with the project team following the two Phase 1 information sessions.

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Planning Process

This proposed development is currently within the initial stages of the planning process. Prior to any concept plans being developed, the project team must first address the land use designations of the site. 

The Town of Canmore Municipal Development Plan (MDP) works to integrate the community’s vision with municipal planning and decision-making, and align land use decision-making processes with the Town’s commitment to sustainability, which includes:

1

Social Fabric

Recognize and strengthen Canmore as a diverse, inclusive community, integrating residents of all ages, income levels, and skills.

2

Identity

Understand, cherish and maintain the diverse nature of Canmore’s landscape, heritage and people

3

Environmental Stewardship

 Exercise leadership and environmental excellence through innovation and creativity.

4

Economic Sustainability

Build a strong and vibrant local economy and business base that is resilient to changes in any one sector

5

Civic Engagement and Leadership

Nurture a well-informed and broad electorate that is empowered to vote, to be involved in community decisions, and to make a positive contribution to the community.

In order to realize the vision for this development, the project team will apply for an amendment to both the Town of Canmore MDP and the Land Use Bylaw (LUB). These amendments would create a new Direct Control District for this location and allow the project team to move forward with the proposed health and wellness facility.

A Direct Control (DC) District is a zoning tool that can be tailored to the specific site context and desired built form for more certainty in the development process. The Municipal Government Act enables Councils to control the use and development of land or buildings using this type of zoning. For the Town of Canmore, this means Council approves a specific use or uses for a site or area, along with a set of development regulations ranging in detail from very prescriptive to very broad and aspirational.

Within the Town of Canmore MDP, the property is designated as Community Open Space and Recreation. An amendment will be sought to change the designation to Tourist Services.

The existing zoning of the land under the Town of Canmore Land Use Bylaw is FD (Future Development) District, the purpose of which is “To designate land that is potentially suited for future urban uses including subdivision and development”. The future DC District would be in alignment with the MDP and other applicable Town of Canmore policies and standards.

The process for applying for an amendment to the MDP and LUB includes three phases:

  • Phase 1 – Undertake technical studies, mapping and models
  • Phase 2 – Engage with the community and stakeholders in developing concept options
  • Phase 3 – Draft policy amendments for Council’s review and approval

The development will only be confirmed once Phase 3 has been completed and the amended policy approved

Relevant Links

Technical Assessments and Reports

The following documents are required for the MDP and LUB amendment application to the Town of Canmore. Where possible, the team will make these reports and assessments available as they are completed.

Please note: When a report becomes available, the text will be blue and can be clicked to access the documents.

  1. Planning Justification Report
  2. Commercial / Market Needs Assessment
  3. Traditional Knowledge and Land Use Assessment
  4. Summary-Historical Resource Impact Assessment
  5. Final- Historical Resources Impact Assessment
  6. Undermining Assessment
  7. Geotechnical Report
  8. Phase 1 Environmental Site Assessment
  9. Transportation Impact Assessment
  10. Water and Sanitary Servicing Study
  1. Stormwater Management Plan
  2. Fiscal Impact Analysis
  3. Socio-Economic Impact Assessment
  4. Wildfire Mitigation Strategy
  5. Renewable / Low Carbon Feasibility Study
  6. Biophysical Overview
  7. Sustainability Scorecard
  8. Environmental Impact Statement
  9. Recreation Trail Study

            Please note: These documents are not listed sequentially or in order of importance.