The Lake Louise Visitor Use Management Survey is closing soon, and your input is crucial. To help you complete the survey, AMPPE has created a helpful guide. Feel free to copy and paste responses from the guide, but please ensure you submit your answers. Here is the submission AMPPE plans to send to Parks in […]
We are all deeply saddened by the news of the fires in Jasper and can only imagine the depth of loss and despair felt by our friends, members, and colleagues there. Jasper is and has always been, a special place with a unique and unwavering community spirit. This spirit will carry you through as you […]
-From our friends at Global Public Affairs Ottawa Update: The House of Commons Rises for the Summer Break With the House of Commons rising last night, Members of Parliament have said ‘until next time’ to their colleagues, various legislative items, and to the high level of partisan rhetoric and parliamentary delays which have marked recent weeks in […]
\ The Association of Mountain Parks Protection & Enjoyment (AMPPE) has launched a comprehensive study to develop an approach and strategy for improving visitor safety and user experience along the Icefields Parkway. The Icefields Parkway, considered one of the world’s most scenic drives, connects Lake Louise to Jasper and attracts millions of visitors annually. However, […]
“We don’t want to do it alone” – Andrew Campbell On April 9, to a packed room in Banff, President and CEO Ron Hallman reminded an audience of local politicians, industry leaders and environmental groups that 97% of Banff National Park remains a wilderness area with a robust wildlife population. Mr. Hallman made this remark […]
Budget Highlights: Funding amounts for Parks Canada don’t appear to have changed dramatically, in this budget. However, Budget 2023 amounts were directed towards environmental protectionism, and Budget 2022 funded $55M for the Trans Canada trail (only a small part of the TC Trail goes through Banff and none in any other Mountain Parks). In comparison, […]
AMPPE is beyond excited to welcome Lisa Darrah to the board. Lisa is a multi-talented individual with a diverse background in human resources, social work, business and community involvement. As the owner of Rockaboo Mountain Adventures, Lisa is passionate about helping outdoor enthusiasts explore the beauty of the mountains safely and with ecological integrity. In […]
AMPPE joined stakeholders and First Nations at Parks Canada’s annual Banff Planning Forum. Superintendents Rasheed and Masse requested input for the Lake Louise Community Plan and provided updates on the 2020 Banff Park Management Plan and 2024 priorities. Key highlights for members: Transit Visitor Use Management Infrastructure Improvement Lake Louise Area plan Updates on other […]
Lack of adequate funding for bike lanes to Canada’s most visited tourist destination On January 23, 2023, the federal government announced welcome funding for upgrades to Lake Louise Road in Banff National Park after repeated requests over decades. The upgrades announced were to accommodate improvements for emergency response, transit infrastructure, private vehicles, and cyclists. However, […]
People visiting and living in and around Banff will be better served with improvements to transit services as well as to notable local cultural and essential service buildings after a combined investment of more than $13 million from the federal government and municipal partners. Read more