Intelligent Futures led the development of Banff's first Environmental Master Plan, a comprehensive and inclusive framework that sets a vision for the environmental future of the town. Through a three-phase approach that involved data and policy review, stakeholder engagement, and reporting and recommendations, the plan was developed with input from over 1,400 participants representing various sectors. The EMP focuses on six key areas, including air, ecosystems, energy, sustainable transportation, waste, and water, with 68 actions designed to achieve positive environmental impacts. The plan was accepted unanimously by Banff Town Council in January 2019, and serves as a flexible and adaptable guide to address environmental challenges while respecting existing town plans and priorities.
In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge that we are on the traditional territories of the people of the Treaty 7 region, which includes the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, Piikani, and Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including the Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6).
