Housing

To be considered eligible for the Safe Park program, applicants will need to meet, demonstrate, or supply the following:

1. Proof of Employment in the Bow Valley* (minimum 20 hours per week)
   • Proof of employment can be demonstrated by a letter from an employer or by a recent pay stub.
2. Ownership of an operational vehicle that fits within a standard parking stall
3. Valid driver's licence, vehicle registration, and insurance
4. Active health care insurance
5. No more than two (2) occupants in a vehicle 

*Priority for the Safe Park program will be given to applicants working in Canmore. Those working elsewhere in the Bow Valley will be accepted on a first come, first served basis until the program is full. 

The cost to participate in the Safe Park program is $300 for the season (May - September), or $100 per month.

If you are on holidays, there are a number of provincial campgrounds nearby. Most can be booked 90 days in advance but for no longer than 14 consecutive days.

If you or someone you know is struggling with housing or affordability, please contact Canmore Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) to review potential options. FCSS does not provide housing or financial support, but staff are available to help navigate available community resources.

To speak with someone or book an appointment, call 403.609.3743 or email fcssadmin@canmore.ca 

Office location: Canmore Civic Centre, 902 - 7 Ave

FCSS office hours: Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (closed on statutory holidays).

The Job Resource Center offers one-on-one job search support, resumé and cover letter writing assistance, interview practice and feedback, job search webinars and more. A staff housing guide is also available and offers a review of the housing offered by the major employers in Banff, Canmore, and surrounding communities of Lake Louise and Kananaskis. 403.678.6601 | canmore@jobresourcecentre.com Canmore office location: 109 - 710 10 Street.

Many employers offer staff accommodation in Canmore, for more information visit the Job Resource Centre.  The 2019 Staff Housing Guide can be found here.