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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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For 60 Years, This International Park In Canada Has Celebrated The Roosevelts

In the name of cross-border relations, I sip on King Cole orange pekoe tea from New Brunswick and eat gingersnaps connected to one of America’s favorite First Families while hearing what Eleanor Roosevelt accomplished as a diplomat, activist, United Nations spokesperson and political force.

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

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

A Meaningful Boat Trip To Gwaii Haanas In Haida Gwaii

“Welcome, family,” captain James Cowpar said as he nosed his boat onto the rocky shore of Athlii Gwaii (Lyell Island) at Hlk'yah G̱awG̱a (Windy Bay) in northern British Columbia. It had taken three hours by ferry, van and boat to get to this Parks Canada place with the triple-barrelled name — Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, National Marine Conservation Area Reserve, and Haida Heritage Site.

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By Jennifer Bain - August 2nd, 2024 5:54am

Agreement Signed For New National Park Reserve In Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island is getting a new national park reserve thanks to an agreement signed this week. The creation of Pituamkek National Park Reserve will be the first national park reserve to contribute to Canada’s commitment to create 10 new national parks by 2026.

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By NPT Staff - July 6th, 2024 5:03am

Gros Morne Reopens Upgraded Visitor Center

A new $8.9 million visitor information center has opened in Gros Morne National Park in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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By NPT Staff - May 20th, 2024 2:30am

Searching For Caribou Scat In Wapusk National Park

A new pilot project in northern Manitoba is collecting scat to gain insight into the caribou that migrate to Wapusk National Park and the greater Wapusk ecosystem each winter.

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

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