Rocky Mountain Outlook

About Us

About Us
Local News That Matters – When You Need It

The Rocky Mountain Outlook is your trusted source for breaking news, political coverage, sports, mountain culture, community updates and events in Alberta’s Bow Valley.

Serving our community, we deliver real-time local journalism to an engaged audience throughout this beautiful region, which includes Banff, Canmore, Lake Louise, Kananaskis Country, Îyârhe Nakoda First Nation, Jasper and the MD of Bighorn.

As part of Great West Media, we’re committed to producing some of Canada’s best community newspapers and online news platforms. Our mission is rooted in delivering credible, high-quality journalism that readers rely on – both online and in print.

From breaking news to features, provincial and national park coverage, school events, and inspiring residents, we cover the stories that shape our community. We also provide provincial and national, news through trusted sources like The Canadian Press. The Outlook abides by the Canadian Association of Journalists' ethics guidelines.

We’re proudly independent and devoted locals – just like you.

Mission Statement
The Rocky Mountain Outlook exists to tell the stories of our region with honesty, care, and accountability—strengthening community by reflecting the full diversity of voices, experiences, and perspectives that shape life in the Bow Valley.
We are committed to journalism that is inclusive, ethical, and rooted in respect for people and place, recognizing that local stories matter most when they are told with integrity and compassion.