Canmore is usually only seen as a stopping point on the way to Banff, or as a cheaper place to stay when exploring Banff National Park. However, there is so much to love about this little town nestled in the Rocky Mountains. Canmore is well known for its natural beauty and outdoor recreation activities. There is also a thriving arts and foodie scene.     The town of Canmore began as a small coal mining community in the 1880s.  However, the last mine closed in 1979 and the town has since reinvented itself. Nowadays, it is home to a bustling tourism and recreation based economy. The population of the town exploded after the Nordic events of…