Story Starters in "Sustainable Tourism"

23 Years Later, a Mountain Legacy Grows

In 2002, the cellphone signal vanished as soon as you drove into Kananaskis. That remote beauty—unplugged, unpolished, and unmistakably Canadian—was exactly what made it the perfect site for a global summit. Now, as the world returns for the 2025 G7, Kananaskis offers something rare: a destination that has grown smarter, more sustainable, and more welcoming […]

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Pledge to the Peaks

What does it mean to be a responsible traveller in the Rockies? In Kananaskis, it starts with the simplest act: awareness. The Pledge to the Peaks is a call to visitors to treat the land with care—pack out what you pack in, stick to trails, and support local businesses that value sustainability. The pledge isn’t […]

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Naturally Protected: The Kananaskis Landscape

In 2025, the eyes of the world will once again turn to Kananaskis as it hosts the G7 Summit. Chosen for its remarkable combination of natural beauty and strategic seclusion, this alpine region offers more than a photogenic backdrop—it offers protection. Situated in a remote valley with limited access routes and no through-town traffic, Kananaskis […]

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Where the Wild Still Reigns

Kananaskis isn’t defined by crowds or commerce—it’s defined by stillness, scale, and self-guided discovery. Tucked into the front ranges of the Canadian Rockies, this rugged landscape of snow-draped peaks and glacier-fed lakes offers a refreshingly uncurated mountain experience. With no bustling town centre or tourism strip, Kananaskis invites travellers to trade cell signals for summit […]

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