Banff will see a good few days, hoping for a good few years as a result of G7 Leaders' Summit
The G7 Leaders' Summit is putting a spotlight on the Canadian Rockies, with Banff ready to gain some visitors and worldwide exposure from the event.
The G7 Leaders' Summit is putting a spotlight on the Canadian Rockies, with Banff ready to gain some visitors and worldwide exposure from the event.
The area is hosting international media as well as one of the designated demonstration zones.
The town, which already has heavy foot traffic in the summer, is about to get a little busier as the area embraces the energy of the G7 Leaders' Summit being held in Kananaskis.
The Japanese delegation has several members staying in Banff, and they have no complaints about that.
'So beautiful. … Fresh air and kind people,' said Suguru Hayashida, first secretary with the Japanese embassy in Canada.
In addition to hosting some delegates, the Banff Centre serves as the international media centre for the three-day event.
And on the edge of town, the recreation centre's parking lot is a designated demonstration zone—its location strategically chosen, away from homes and the hustle and bustle.
'Folks who are planning to protest or demonstrate can expect to see a police presence,' said Cpl. Carlie McCann with the RCMP.
'Our goal for that is to be there, to allow it to be safe and to potentially step in if needed, if there's criminal activity.'
Banff's welcome sign has been temporarily removed since visitors will be unable to access the rec centre parking lot to get photos.
The G7 Leaders' Summit comes as the area is already flooded with visitors.
On Sunday, it hosted a half-marathon.
'It's the busy weekend,' said Christie Pashby, Banff and Lake Louise Tourism director of communication and engagement.
But businesses aren't shying away from the added influx of people.
'I think it is really exciting to have such a big global event here,' said Gemma Cashman with Big Bear Trading Company.
It's a sentiment shared across town. There's hope this will spiral into future international visitation.
'Definitely a good three days. But hoping it's going to be a good next three years as a result of the summit,' said Kyler Brierley with Good Earth Banff.
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