On January 25, 2026, emergency crews responded to an incident at the Canmore Inn and Suites after multiple children became seriously ill in the hotel pool area. Paramedics transported 11 children to hospital, while more than 30 others were reported to be experiencing symptoms including vomiting and respiratory distress. Fire crews later detected elevated levels of a hazardous substance in the air, and subsequent reporting has identified dangerously high chlorine levels as the likely cause.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is investigating the incident. Public inspection records show the hotel pool had previously been cited for issues related to chlorine levels, raising serious concerns about pool maintenance, chemical monitoring, and compliance with public health and safety standards. While officials have not yet linked those prior citations directly to this incident, the circumstances highlight the risks associated with improperly managed pool chemicals—particularly for children.

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McLeod Law LLP is proud to announce its recognition in the 2026 edition of Best Law Firms™ – Canada, achieving Tier 1 national rankings in three practice areas and Tier 1 regional rankings in eight Calgary practice areas. These results reaffirm McLeod Law’s commitment to excellence, collaboration, and trusted client relationships across a broad range of legal services.

“Our inclusion in Best Law Firms reflects the skill, dedication, and collaboration of our entire team,” said Robin Lokhorst, Managing Partner of McLeod Law LLP. “It’s an honour to see both our established strengths and emerging areas of practice recognized at a national level.”

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McLeod Law is pleased to announce its continued recognition as "Highly Regarded for Corporate/Commercial - Alberta" in the 2026 edition of the Chambers Canada Guide: Canada’s Leading Lawyers for Business.