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Caribou herds will be destroyed under Alberta government draft plan, say conservation groups

Caribou herds will be destroyed under Alberta government draft plan, say conservation groups

According to these groups, the draft plan allows Weyerhaeuser to clearcut the remaining critical winter habitat and eliminate the ability of these caribou to annually migrate to the foothill’s forests.
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Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

Valemount facing economic crisis after Jasper wildfire closes highways last summer

The Village has been lobbying the federal, B.C. and Alberta governments for $1.5 million in financial support, which would be distributed to local businesses through a third party.
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Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Jasper SkyTram reopens after surviving wildfire last summer

Located within Jasper National Park, the Jasper SkyTram takes visitors to an elevation of 2,263 metres where they can explore Whistlers Peak and take in the panoramic views.
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Two skiers descend Mount Robson’s south face for first time

Two skiers descend Mount Robson’s south face for first time

Located in British Columbia about 87 kilometres west of Jasper, Alta., Mount Robson is the highest peak in the Canadian Rockies at 3,954 metres, with the south face having a vertical drop of over 3,000 metres.
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Jasper, Banff, Canmore community groups unite to steward wildfire recovery funds

Jasper, Banff, Canmore community groups unite to steward wildfire recovery funds

The $8 million in total funding will go toward immediate relief and support Jasper’s long-term recovery following last summer’s devastating fire.
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Jasper targeting 240 net new housing units over pre-wildfire count

Jasper targeting 240 net new housing units over pre-wildfire count

The Municipality of Jasper is aiming to reach its housing targets through implementing initiatives outlined in its Housing Action Plan, such as looking at densification barriers and parking requirements.
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Jasper skier makes World Cup debut in Slovenia

Jasper skier makes World Cup debut in Slovenia

"It was an amazing experience, and something I’ve been working at for my whole ski racing career and most of my life."
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Parks Canada forum outlines plans to get Jasper ready for visitors

Parks Canada forum outlines plans to get Jasper ready for visitors

This summer, Jasper will have 70 per cent of its frontcountry camping available to the public, and some campsites will have longer operational seasons for more camping opportunities.
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Jasper residents displaced by wildfire begin moving into interim housing

Jasper residents displaced by wildfire begin moving into interim housing

"This is intended as interim housing, so it’s not permanent or long term but to allow Jasper residents a safe place to be for the next few years while they rebuild."
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Feds giving Jasper another $2 million for pop-up business village, other wildfire recovery initiatives

Feds giving Jasper another $2 million for pop-up business village, other wildfire recovery initiatives

The Municipality of Jasper will receive over $1.8 million to establish the pop-up business village and deliver construction related initiatives, while Tourism Jasper will receive $250,000 to enhance and promote visitor experiences.
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