It’s long been Alberta’s playground. Many flock to the mountains on the weekend to de-stress and get away. To the bewilderment of residents who live in places like Canmore and Bragg Creek, Saturday seemed to be no different.
In fact, some residents said their communities were downright bustling despite the COVID-19 pandemic and pleas from governments to stay home. “It didn’t seem much different than any other normal busy weekend.
The parking lot at the Nordic Centre was full. Some trailhead parking lots were full,” said longtime Canmore resident Ann Keith.
Many stores are closed but there are some restaurants and coffee shops still open in the tourist town. Keith, who has a 97-year-old mother living in a seniors’ lodge under lockdown in