Community Progress Monitoring

The key indicators on this page, along with the indicators on  Canmore Community Profile , can be used to monitor our progress as we work to be a place where all residents can thrive, manage human impact on our environment, and build respectful and authentic relationships.

Tracking and publishing this data as it becomes available will help us and others make better decisions and understand how our initiatives can create positive changes in the community.   

Note: to navigate to the indicators in the areas of Livability, Environment, and Relationships please scroll through this page or click on the top menu links.

Goal // Canmore is a place where all residents can thrive.

A thriving and strong community supports the fundamental needs of individuals and families, while promoting inclusive neighbourhoods. The Town of Canmore believes in the health of these individual members, as well as the community as a whole.

The provision of affordable and accessible services is vital to our community. This includes a commitment to a range of underserved housing options, a focus on increasing affordable and convenient options to encourage more trips by fare-free transit, foot, or bicycle, and support of meaningful employment opportunities so our residents can flourish. The provision of these basic necessities is complemented by our commitment to cultural and social activities.

We are committed to keeping our community safe. We will foster an environment of safety and the protection of people and property.

Indicator Sections:

•  Life Satisfaction, Quality of Life Changes, Community Safety, Median Income, Living Wage Incomes, and Income Distribution 
•  Local Work Commute, Recreation Opportunities, Community Walkscore, Residential Density, Housing Price Ratio, and Vital Homes 
•  Non-Profit Sector Strength, Investment Income, Employment Income, and Post-Secondary Education 
•  Registered Local Businesses, Assessment Split, and Diversification of Employment 
•  Median Age, Business Counts and E.I. Recipients 

Goal // Canmore is a recognized leader in managing human impact on our environment.

The Town of Canmore commits to protect and preserve our natural environment and to live sustainably. We will work to combat climate change and prepare for climate adaptation through our programs and initiatives, especially through transitioning to clean energy, advocating for net zero building standards, and supporting alternate modes of transportation in and around the community.

As a community known for its scenery, outdoor activities, and wildlife, the promotion and protection of our natural environment is integrated into every aspect of civic life, guiding our decisions and policy. We recognize that being good stewards of our land and natural resources is a shared responsibility, and we will work tirelessly in our stewardship efforts.

Indicator Sections:

•  Community Greenhouse Gas Emission (GHG), Water Consumption, Bow River Quality, and Landfill Waste 
•  Wildlife Occurrences, Human Incursion, Habitat and Corridor Access Density, Work Commute Modes and Town Centre Mode Share 

Goal // Respectful, authentic relationships are the foundation on which our future is built.

Strong relationships are fundamental to a thriving and prosperous community. The Town of Canmore will build partnerships within the region, community, and with other orders of government based on mutual respect and shared goals to achieve long-term well-being for all.

Our focus is also on strengthening relationships with residents by increasing satisfaction with public engagement processes. Additionally, the relationship between Council and administration is of central importance to ensure that our residents are served efficiently and effectively through trusted and respected relationships.

Indicator Sections:

•  Sense of Belonging, Engagement Perspectives, and Inclusion Index