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Jasper wildfire damage now estimated at $1.23B — and could go higher, insurance industry says
The estimated cost of wildfire damage in the Rocky Mountain town of Jasper has ballooned to $1.23 billion, partly a result of the municipality's relative isolation making it more expensive to remove debris, say insurance industry officials.
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5 things to know before camping in Jasper National Park this summer
Campsite reservations open Jan. 28. Camping will look different in the park this year, as forests and the town of Jasper recover from a devastating wildfire.
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Jasper mayor: Interim housing is Alberta town's biggest challenge for 2025
In a year-end interview, Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland tackles questions about his community's wildfire response, coming to terms with personal loss and rebuilding Jasper back up to be more resistant to future fires.
Parks Canada secures initial interim housing for fire-ravaged Jasper
Parks Canada says it has secured the first interim housing options for people in Jasper who lost their homes in July’s wildfire that destroyed one-third of structures in the Alberta mountain town.
Demand for social supports skyrockets in Jasper after the wildfire
Demand for social supports has increased tenfold in Jasper after this summer’s devastating wildfire. The town is hiring new recovery outreach workers to help Jasperites impacted by the wildfire find and access lines of support.
Burned forests in Jasper National Park showing signs of life ahead of winter freeze
Winter's deep-freeze will soon slow down any regrowth happening in the charred areas of Jasper National Park. But for now, natural and human-assisted forest renewal efforts are well underway.
Jasper's rebuild taking shape, but not without early challenges
New rebuilding regulations in Jasper have been approved, but roadblocks — including the sheer number of people that are needed for construction — are popping up.
Burned debris is starting to be cleaned up in Jasper after devastating July wildfire
Debris removal work is ramping up in the town of Jasper, Alta., after July’s wildfire destroyed about one-third of the town's structures.
Jasper seniors trying to save longtime lounge from becoming offices
The Municipality of Jasper is searching for new office space to accommodate newly-hired staff and contractors working on the town’s rebuilding efforts after this summer’s wildfire.
Plans released for fireguard to protect Canmore, surrounding areas
Canmore released a plan this week for what it’s calling the Bow Valley Community Fireguard, which would run from the east park gates to Dead Man’s Flats. The town says the plan was created with help from wildfire behaviour experts, disaster planners, forestry specialists and biologists.