Wildlife Corridor Approval for Smith Creek Development - Three Sisters Mountain Village
Official title: Three Sisters Mountain Village Properties Smith Creek engagement
This consultation asked Albertans whether a proposed wildlife corridor for a mountain village development near Canmore was adequate. Three Sisters Mountain Village Properties wanted to build on their Smith Creek property, but first needed government approval for how wildlife would move through the area. The Alberta government made its final decision in June 2018.
Why This Matters
Live near Canmore or the Bow Valley? This decision shaped how wildlife like bears and elk move through the area as development expands. It set a precedent for balancing mountain town growth with protecting animal migration routes.
What Could Change
The government approved, modified, or rejected the proposed wildlife corridor design. This determined where and how the Smith Creek development could proceed, and what land would be preserved for animal movement.
Key Issues
- Was the proposed wildlife corridor adequate for animal movement?
- How should development be balanced with wildlife protection in the Three Sisters area?
What Happened
The consultation was completed in 2018. Albertans provided feedback on the wildlife corridor application in April 2017. On June 26, 2018, the Alberta government issued its final decision on the application.