Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park Emerges From The Ashes Of A Wildfire

In a mountain forest ravaged by fire in Jasper National Park, charred trees stand alongside a few that look like giraffes, their blackened trunks dotted with golden patches. Locals have taken to calling these strange beauties giraffe, cheetah or leopard trees.

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By Jennifer Bain - November 29th, 2024 3:00am

Jasper Releases Map Of Fire-Damaged Townsite

The Municipality of Jasper has released a map showing the initial damage assessment of structures impacted by the biggest fire to sweep through Jasper National Park in more than a century. About 30 per cent of the town's structures — 358 of 1,113 — were damaged but critical infrastructure was saved.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:55am

Jasper Townsite Fire Damage Pegged At 30 Percent

Parks Canada estimates fire damage to the townsite in Jasper National Park to be 30 per cent. It has revealed that 358 of 1,113 structures within the Alberta mountain town have been destroyed in the fast-moving blaze that forced the evacuation of 25,000 people.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:55am

Jasper National Park Reckons With Wildfire Destruction

Parks Canada says that all critical infrastructure in Jasper National Park’s townsite has been protected from out-of-control wildfires including the hospital, emergency services building, both elementary and junior/senior schools, activity center and wastewater treatment plant.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:55am

Wildfire Engulfs Town In Jasper National Park

Jasper National Park, one of Canada’s beloved Rocky Mountain parks, is fighting aggressive wildfires that have forced an evacuation and reached its townsite.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:55am

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Jasper National Park Shares Stage With Indigenous Partners

Indigenous traditions, stories and knowledge have shaped the history of what is now known as Jasper National Park. To honor the contributions of these First Nations and to celebrate their influence on the region since time immemorial, Parks Canada has invited Indigenous partners to share the stage at Whistlers and Wabasso campgrounds this summer.

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By NPT Staff - July 8th, 2024 2:30am

Grand Opening Ceremony Planned For Jasper Indigenous Exhibit

The Jasper Indigenous Exhibit has set a grand opening date for Sept. 7 and 8.

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By NPT Staff - March 19th, 2024 10:55am

Photography In The National Parks: My 10 Favorite Shots From 2023

In keeping with a tradition started several years ago, this first photo column of the new year is a collection of Traveler contributing photographer Rebecca Latson’s 10 favorite images captured during 2023, including why she liked the composition and how she got the shot.

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By Rebecca Latson - January 23rd, 2024 3:00am

Parks Canada’s 15 Most Memorable Public Toilets Of 2023

Welcome to my second annual celebration of public toilets.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 28th, 2024 6:25am

Jasper National Park 2024 Resident Passes Now Available

The Jasper National Park Resident Pass for 2024 is now on sale.

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By NPT Staff - December 18th, 2023 2:30am

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