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Jasper Grizzlies clawing down gender barriers
News
Jasper Grizzlies clawing down gender barriers
Bob Covey 
Thursday, October 27, 2022
An all-female hockey team in Jasper is breaking the glass ceiling of boys-dominated sports. The U11 Grizzly Girls have joined the Northern Alberta Interlock league, a move which represents a novelty in Jasper and also a first for the league. Coach Janelle Tank is helping tow the Grizzlies to new gro...
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Artificial Intelligence helping local seniors access rehab treatment
Community
Artificial Intelligence helping local seniors access rehab treatment
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Robot technology is allowing residents at Alpine Summit Seniors Lodge to access healthcare without leaving their home. A collaboration with the University of Alberta’s robotics team and the Evergreens Foundation has welcomed a new “resident” into Jasper’s seniors home and long-term-care facility. Un...
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“I’m not a one-trick pony”: Well-known conservationist declares intention to run for NDP
Alberta Politics
“I’m not a one-trick pony”: Well-known conservationist declares intention to run for NDP
Bob Covey 
Friday, October 21, 2022
Kevin Van Tighem throwing his hat into the political arena Kevin Van Tighem says he can no longer justify wasting his experience, skills and knowledge when Alberta is facing such critical times. The author, conservationist and former superintendent of Banff National Park is running for the provincia...
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Live music event will focus on community housing
Arts and Culture
Live music event will focus on community housing
Bob Covey 
Thursday, October 13, 2022
HI Sleepy Hollow hosting Oct 19 A collective of artists and community-minded organizers are hosting an evening of live music and conversation October 19 about the challenges surrounding finding safe, affordable housing in Jasper. Derek Loewen, a staffer at Hostelling International’s HI Jasper, said ...
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Serving up success: Jasper volleyball squad setting their sights high
News
Serving up success: Jasper volleyball squad setting their sights high
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
A Jasper high school volleyball team whose core squad has been together since junior high has high aspirations for their senior season. The Jasper boys team qualified this year for Volleyball Alberta’s Indoor Club System. Having played together as the Jasper Volleyball Club Chargers in the spring, t...
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Six weeks after displaying “awe-inspiring” power, Chetamon wildfire being mopped up
Environment
Six weeks after displaying “awe-inspiring” power, Chetamon wildfire being mopped up
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
There has been no growth in the Chetamon Mountain Wildfire for more than a month. However, Parks Canada fire crews need more moisture to be able to declare the fire officially extinguished. “There are some remote valleys where the fire is still chewing away,” said Shepherd said Parks Canada’s incide...
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Jasper entrepreneur wants to connect with seniors
Community
Jasper entrepreneur wants to connect with seniors
Bob Covey 
Thursday, October 6, 2022
When she was just nine-years-old, Megan Verhey knew she would move to the mountains someday. The southern Ontario transplant first came out west on a family vacation. The Rockies’ landscapes, the space, the wildlife…it all stuck with her. “I was chomping at the bit to get out here,” she laughed. A d...
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Nice to Meet You: Ukrainians living in Jasper
Community
Nice to Meet You: Ukrainians living in Jasper
Oksana Polivchak 
Tuesday, October 4, 2022
Thanks to the Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel ( CUAET ) Ukrainians and their family members are granted free, extended temporary status which allows them to work, study and stay in Canada until it is safe for them to return home. Some of those Ukrainians have made their temporary h...
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The last ride: Caribou protection measures saddle Tonquin Valley outfitters with closure
Hiking and Climbing
The last ride: Caribou protection measures saddle Tonquin Valley outfitters with closure
Tania Millen and Bob Covey 
Monday, October 3, 2022
Skiers, horseback riders and hikers lose out; backcountry lodges forced into disrepair Riding across Maccarib Pass into the Tonquin Valley feels like passing through a mist-filled portal into Narnia, a magical place populated by mythical creatures, including grizzly bears, wolverines and endangered ...
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Business owners speak out on lack of council support
Business
Business owners speak out on lack of council support
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
Two local business owners are concerned about the lack of business supports in the wake of Jasper’s September 4-14 power outage emergency. Patricia Street proprietors Lynn Wannop and Shelley Koebel both attended the September 27 committee of the whole meeting, on behalf of their individual businesse...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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The bear necessities
Environment
The bear necessities
Bob Covey 
Thursday, June 19, 2025
Collars, fences and attractant elimination keys to bear management Jasper National Park bear biologists are keeping a close eye on area grizzlies. At ...
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CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2025
Community
CONGRATULATIONS Class of 2025
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Congratulations to the 2025 graduates of Jasper Jr/Sr High School and École Desrochers! These bright young individuals are now stepping confidently in...
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Meet the locals: Fran Jones
Community
Meet the locals: Fran Jones
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
While Jasper's mountains, rivers and lakes get plenty of (deserved) air time, it's the people who live here that make the community welcoming and incl...
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Tearful goodbye planned for beloved family
Community
Tearful goodbye planned for beloved family
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
A beloved family is saying goodbye to Jasper, and their friends are throwing a bittersweet going-away party. “There will be a lot of tears,” said orga...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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Latest ›
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Environment
Walking Through Fire: Wildlife
Kirsten Schmitten 
Friday, July 4, 2025
Part 2: Home is where the hearth is In Part 1 of our Walking Through Fire series , we discussed how post-fire vegetation bounces back. But what about ...
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Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Arts & Culture
Float on: Canada Day Parade gallery
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
Jasperites donned their red and white, kitted out their floats and paraded around the community with pride on Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1). Local busi...
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Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Arts & Culture
Aussie folk artist topping live music event at JPP
Sophie Pfisterer, freelance contributor 
Wednesday, July 2, 2025
One of Jasper’s most popular restaurants will soon be dishing up live music and good vibes. On July 4 at 8:30 p.m., Jasper Pizza Place will host a roo...
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Trail tech: The next generation
Biking
Trail tech: The next generation
Georgia Ristivojevic 
Monday, June 30, 2025
Rugged roads and twisting trails await those who seek. Thanks to its history of trail use by outfitters and recreationalists, Jasper has established i...
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