Council Veteran Grant Canning on Overtourism, Housing and Hope for Banff’s Future

Banff is at a crossroads. With overtourism, housing affordability, traffic, and the balance between conservation and development dominating local conversations, how do we protect the community while still welcoming millions of visitors each year? In this episode of the Overheard Podcast, we sit down with Grant Canning, a longtime Banff Town Councilor running for his fifth term. With nearly 15 years of experience on council, Grant shares his insights on: • Overtourism in Banff National Park and whether a visitor cap could work • Traffic congestion and the future of the Train Station ARP • Housing affordability and how residents can be supported • Conservation vs. commercial development inside a national park • What Banff’s future looks like for both residents and visitors Grant has worn many hats in Banff — from small business owner to ski industry veteran to elected official. Now, as the municipal election heats up, he’s back on the ballot to help shape the future of this one-of-a-kind mountain town. Subscribe to the channel so you don’t miss upcoming election episodes and conversations with Banff’s community leaders. Recorded live in Banff, Alberta. The Overheard Podcast – conversations that shape the Bow Valley.