With the G7 Leaders’ Summit approaching next month, Cochrane RCMP is reminding the public not to use gravel roads within the Stoney Nakoda First Nation as shortcuts.
Inspector Dave Brunner says while traffic around Kananaskis is expected to increase during the June 15–17 summit, drivers must respect the sovereignty of the Stoney Nakoda Nation and avoid trespassing.
“The Nation is private property,” Brunner said. “If you start driving down those gravel roads, you're actually trespassing, and you could face a fine or be escorted off the Nation.”
Brunner stressed that signage is in place to indicate private access and encouraged Albertans to explore other areas of the province during the G7 to avoid congestion and restrictions near the summit.
“There are lots of other beautiful places to visit in Alberta,” he added. “It might be a good time to discover somewhere new.”
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RCMP members from Cochrane will support broader security efforts around the G7 through agency and tactical response teams, but Brunner noted it's unclear whether they will be stationed directly inside the Kananaskis zone.
Motorists are also advised that Highway 1 may be busier than usual due to motorcades and increased security convoys.