Heavy security blanket in place as Canada hosts G7 summit

First full day of G7 kicks off with early security checks for alo members of media

Good morning from Banff, where Canadian media and others are gathering at the international media centre for a security sweep of our gear before boarding bus shuttles to Kananaskis.

Banff business as usual, just with an elevated G7 security presence

It was business as usual in Banff on Sunday, apart from a heightened security presence according to some locals and tourists.

Heavy security blanket in place as Canada hosts G7 summit

Responsibility for ensuring the safety and security of all G7 Summit participants, including foreign dignitaries and heads of state, lies with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s Integrated Safety and Security Group (ISSG)