Connected to Canmore

A Proven Community Builder 

I’ve lived and worked in Canmore for over 30 years — as a small business owner, two-term councillor, Rotary Club President, and founding chair of the Canmore–Sedona Sister City Association. My vision is clear: a Canmore that balances livability, affordability, and environmental protection so residents can thrive in the place we call home. 

My Priorities for Canmore 

1. Fix the Livability Tax: A Vision for Healing the Community 

• The Livability Tax is divisive and has eroded our sense of community. It has created conflict and left the Town fighting costly legal battles. Tripling property taxes on  non-primary residences is not the way forward. Residents want solutions that make housing more attainable — not Town policies that create resentment.  

2. Transparency & Legal Accountability 

• Resolve current legal challenges (livability tax, offsite levies) through consultation and proactive policy, not court battles. 
• Strengthen transparency in council decision-making so residents know how and why decisions are made. 

3. A Vibrant & Livable Downtown 

• Build on the Connect Downtown redevelopment plan with real input from businesses and residents. 
• Support pedestrian-friendly streets, public washrooms, gathering spaces, and arts and culture. 
• Maintain sightlines on Main Street, while allowing thoughtful density elsewhere. 
• Plan for smart parking solutions, including intercept parking and strategic parkades. 

4. Protecting Our Environment & Safety 

• Champion regenerative tourism so visitors contribute to conservation, housing, and infrastructure. 
• Support FireSmart programs and forest health to reduce wildfire risk. 
• Work with partners on passenger rail, grade separation, and emergency access improvements. 
• Explore an EMS station downtown to ensure timely response during rail blockages. 

5. Strong Community Partnerships 

• Strengthen collaboration with residents, businesses, and regional partners. 
• Support local organizations and initiatives that give back — building on my leadership with The Rotary Club of Canmore and Canmore-Sedona Sister Cities Association. 
• Ensure Canmore’s growth reflects our values of community, fairness, and sustainability. 

My Vision for Canmore 

Canmore is more than a destination — it’s our home. My commitment is to protect what makes this valley remarkable, while ensuring families, workers, and seniors can afford to stay here. Together, we can create a Canmore that thrives for residents first, while welcoming visitors in a way that strengthens, not strains, our community. 

Vote Rob Seeley for a balanced, transparent, and community-driven Canmore.