Barb Pelham on shaping tomorrow’s Banff one policy at a time

In this episode of the Overheard Podcast recorded live in Banff, hosts Daniel Ruedl and Matty Rage sit down with current Town Councillor and re-election candidate Barb Pelham for an in-depth conversation about Banff’s future — from housing and affordability to tourism, traffic, and long-term livability in Canada’s most iconic mountain town. Barb shares her journey from running Canada House Gallery, one of the country’s premier art galleries, to representing Banff residents on Town Council. With years of experience as a business owner, parent, and community leader, she offers a grounded perspective on the balance between progress and preservation in a national park setting. This episode dives deep into the big questions shaping Banff’s future: • Can policy changes really solve Banff’s housing crisis by 2040? • How should we address density, parking, and overtourism without losing Banff’s charm? • What role could pedestrian-only zones and vehicle caps play in managing congestion? • And where does the Train Station ARP fit into the broader vision for our community? Barb reflects on what she’s most proud of from her first term and shares her hopes for the next generation of Banffites — the families, workers, and seniors who call this place home. If you care about the future of Banff — housing, traffic, or simply what it takes to keep our community thriving — this is the conversation you don’t want to miss. Sponsored by Drinkshaft — the non-alcoholic espresso energy drink made for the mountain lifestyle. Now available at Townhouse Liquor Store, the Rose & Crown, and 800+ locations across Western Canada. Follow us on Instagram @overheardpodbanffSubscribe, share, and join the conversation. See you next Tuesday!! Hashtags:#OverheardPodcast #BanffPolitics #BanffElections #BarbPelham #BanffTownCouncil #BanffHousingCrisis #BanffCommunityPlan #BanffTraffic #BanffTourism #Drinkshaft #BanffLocalVoices #BanffFuture #LiveFromBanff #SeeYouNextTuesday