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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 rooftop concert featuring Australian singer-songwriter Kim Churchill and folk duo The Isaac Brothers. Churchill, who specializes in folk, rock, and blues...
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Royal rumbling: 10 burgers, two winners, zero regrets
Local Dining
Royal rumbling: 10 burgers, two winners, zero regrets
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Indulge your senses and support Jasper at the 2025 Taste of Spring Festival Ding ding ding! Let’s get ready for your stomach to RUMBLE! Spring is in the air, local rafting companies are guiding clients down the river, and visitors and residents are revelling in a special season that is prime for a p...
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Pour one out: Remembering some of Jasper’s favourite restaurants
Business
Pour one out: Remembering some of Jasper’s favourite restaurants
Bob Covey 
Monday, April 7, 2025
This piece was originally published in the February issue of The Tomato Food and Drink magazine Nine months after wildfire devastated Jasper, 86-ing at least a dozen well-loved cafés and restaurants in a town that loves to dine, the service industry is rising up again. It’s not quite cork-popping ti...
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Patricia Street Deli relocating to Edmonton
Business
Patricia Street Deli relocating to Edmonton
Bob Covey 
Thursday, April 3, 2025
One of Jasper’s best-loved eateries is giving a new meaning to the phrase “take-away.” After the space they leased was destroyed by last year’s wildfire, owners of the popular Patricia Street Deli are moving their operation out of the mountains and into the city. “Out of the ashes comes opportunity,...
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Time to switch to whisky: social club uncorked
Arts & Culture
Time to switch to whisky: social club uncorked
Pete Smoke and Johnnie Perambulator AKA Lucas Habib and John Wilmshurst 
Wednesday, February 5, 2025
Whisky lovers, both neophyte and barrel-aged, descended on the Maligne Range during Jasper in January for the inaugural meeting of the Jasper Whisky Social Club.  Brainchild of Spike Baker, Distiller and Barrel Manager for the Maligne Range , and Marc LeBlanc, owner of Liquor Lodge , the JWSC tapped...
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First Community Dinner of 2025 serves up support
Community
First Community Dinner of 2025 serves up support
Sunday, January 5, 2025
Hundreds of Jasperites lined up for Sunday Community Dinner on January 5. Volunteers with Pursuit cooked and dished up a traditional roast beef (or smoked tofu) dinner. Sides included roasted potatoes, roasted root vegetables, Yorkshire puddings and squash and grain salads. Dessert was warm sticky t...
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Skål Club silent auction raises $76,000 for Jasper
Business
Skål Club silent auction raises $76,000 for Jasper
Monday, October 7, 2024
UPDATED: Monday, October 7 The Skål Club of the Canadian Rockies, in partnership with Skål Canada, has brought together all sectors of the tourism industry to support Jasper. The Skål Club of the Canadian Rockies last month launched a global online silent auction, with all proceeds to be donated to ...
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New food festival to spice up spring
Arts & Culture
New food festival to spice up spring
Bob Covey 
Monday, April 22, 2024
The table is set for a new festival showcasing Jasper’s finest flavours. A Taste of Spring is a seasonal culinary celebration cooked up by Tourism Jasper alongside live music and unique art.  "Taste of Spring gathers Jasper’s best chefs, musicians, artists and other talented locals to show off their...
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Arts & Culture
Spirits high, alcohol low: Trend-tasting at the Jasper Beer & Spirits Festival
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Industry seeing growing demand for non-alcoholic beers and mocktails The Jasper Beer and Spirts Festival filled the cups of hundreds of thirsty guests at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge on the February 9-11 Superbowl weekend. Hundreds of plaid-wearing beer lovers descended on Jasper February 9-11. //...
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The Curd is the Word: We tried ALL 14 Jasper in January poutines
Business
The Curd is the Word: We tried ALL 14 Jasper in January poutines
Cameron Jackson and Mason Grossman 
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
It’s a taste bud expedition in the middle of our town’s coolest event, Jasper in January. Our mission is deliciously clear: out of 14 delectable local contenders, uncover Jasper's top poutine.  It’s the type of assignment that would be impossible without the help of friends to navigate Jasper’s rest...
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Fabulously festive: Jasper Theater, Holiday Edition the perfect present
Arts & Culture
Fabulously festive: Jasper Theater, Holiday Edition the perfect present
Bob Covey, Jack Mastrianni 
Monday, January 8, 2024
It was a tinseltown-tinted Christmas for local thespians Joost Tijssen and Pieter Van Loon.  Jasper Theater Productions' Pieter Van Loon (left) and Joost Tijssen performed a Christmas-themed show over the holidays. // Bob Covey The two-man theatre troupe rang in the New Year with Dinner and Theatre,...
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First Community Dinner of 2024 in the bag…and the belly
Community
First Community Dinner of 2024 in the bag…and the belly
Bob Covey 
Sunday, January 7, 2024
More than 430 people lined up for Sunday Community Dinner on January 7. Volunteers with Coco’s Café and Catering and the Jasper Pride Society cooked and dished up Mujaddara chicken coconut curry, basmati rice, cucumber salad and naan bread. Dessert was mango and vanilla ice cream.  The Community Din...
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Taking a swing at virtual golf with JPL’s newest offer
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Taking a swing at virtual golf with JPL’s newest offer
Bob Covey 
Thursday, January 4, 2024
It’s December and I’m swinging a golf club. This isn’t a “bros trip” to Scottsdale or Vegas, and I’m a couple decades away from retiring on Vancouver Island. The Stanley Thompson-designed 18-hole course at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge Golf Club has gone into hibernation and it’ll be a good six mon...
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Former Jasperite brewing beer with all of the passion, none of the gluten
Business
Former Jasperite brewing beer with all of the passion, none of the gluten
Naito Beer debuts in Alberta
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, September 26, 2023
No one could accuse Ray Naito of doing things the easy way. To get his gluten-free craft beer concept from a back-of-the-napkin idea, to where it is now—a real-life, drinkable product, available at local bottle shops, bars and restaurants, the 39-year-old has been through the wringer. Or the ferment...
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Time to switch to whisky: Local entrepreneur hoping new Scotch lounge takes flight
Business
Time to switch to whisky: Local entrepreneur hoping new Scotch lounge takes flight
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Kim Stark, owner of two bakeries in Jasper which are cornerstones of the community’s culinary landscape, is once again raising the bar. Or in this case, opening the bar. With the launch of Ursidae Lair —every night, the landmark Bear’s Paw Bakery transforms into a sultry speakeasy—Stark has created ...
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Cooking with gas: Jasper Food Tours laps up travel experience award
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Cooking with gas: Jasper Food Tours laps up travel experience award
Bob Covey 
Thursday, August 3, 2023
If Estelle Blanchette had a crystal ball in 2018, she definitely wouldn’t have started Jasper Food Tours. The business launched just 18 months before the COVID-19 pandemic changed the world and devastated the local economy. “I wouldn’t have done it,” she said. “Trying to operate in the midst of all ...
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Syrahs’ special menu supporting Québec-bound students
Arts and Culture
Syrahs’ special menu supporting Québec-bound students
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
The menu is confirmed, the food order has arrived and the high school students of École Desrochers are set to serve up a meal fit for royalty—or at least a meal fit to help them discover Place Royale . In preparation for their upcoming exchange to Ottawa and Québec City, five Jasper high school stud...
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In pursuit of hoppiness: Getting into the beer festival spirit
Arts and Culture
In pursuit of hoppiness: Getting into the beer festival spirit
Lucas Habib 
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Canmore-based Sheepdog Brewing takes top spot in brewing competition If you were staying at Jasper Park Lodge during Superbowl Weekend (February 11), you may have been surprised to see not a throng of overdressed patrons, nor pyjama-clad women for the PJ Party, but a lot of dudes with long beards we...
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Top notch nosh: Community Dinners a delicious tradition
Arts and Culture
Top notch nosh: Community Dinners a delicious tradition
Bob Covey 
Monday, February 27, 2023
More than 540 people lined up for a Sunday Community Dinner at the Jasper Activity Centre on February 26. Staff and volunteers with The Raven Bistro cooked and dished up Shwarma-seasoned pulled chicken and fire-roasted tomato chickpea stew on coconut jasmine rice, served with hummus, tzatziki, carro...
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Welcome to the NBHD
Arts and Culture
Welcome to the NBHD
Bob Covey 
Thursday, February 2, 2023
A new culinary experience in Jasper has opened its doors, and its kitchen, to the tapas-hungry public. NBHD (pronounced Neighbourhood ) is located upstairs in the Patricia Centre Mall, the brainchild of Jasperites Tim Horrocks and Vladi Dostálová—two ambitious ex-pats who have since 2018 been servin...
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Nine issues facing Jasper’s next council
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Sunday, October 19, 2025
The race for town council is on. It’s exciting, not just because there’s a slate of worthy candidates, but also because in a small town, residents kno...
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Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Alberta Politics
Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Bob Covey 
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The union representing striking teachers in Alberta say educators have tabled a reasonable offer to the province and that it’s now up to the Danielle ...
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A celestial celebration: Jasper Dark Sky Festival returns for 15th year
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Amir Said 
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Festival will feature astronomy experts, space-themed experiences and signature events that highlight Jasper's exceptional stargazing opportunities Ja...
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Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Arts & Culture
Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Bob Covey 
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“We’re all one day away from a life we don’t recognize.” An intimate story about grief and the healing power of art following the devastating 2024 Jas...
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Gillean Thomas
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Who are you and why are you running for council?   I am Gillean Thomas, “Gilly.” I was raised in Jasper by the best of parents, Bryn and Sheena, and l...
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Council Candidates
Paco Artiaga
Friday, October 10, 2025
My name is Paco, and like many others, I initially came to this town for a summer. I am now running for a councillor position because I am passionate ...
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Teachers call on province to invest in education at Jasper rally
Alberta Politics
Teachers call on province to invest in education at Jasper rally
Bob Covey 
Friday, October 10, 2025
Teachers and public education supporters from across the region banded together in Jasper yesterday (Thursday, October 9) to demonstrate solidarity in...
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On Borrowed Roads: Rediscovering Jasper
Guest Editorial
On Borrowed Roads: Rediscovering Jasper
Troy Nahumko 
Wednesday, October 8, 2025
"Returning to Jasper this summer, I found myself rerooting, as an Albertan who spent most of my adult life abroad." The palette beyond our engine was ...
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Nine issues facing Jasper’s next council
Community
Nine issues facing Jasper’s next council
Bob Covey 
Sunday, October 19, 2025
The race for town council is on. It’s exciting, not just because there’s a slate of worthy candidates, but also because in a small town, residents kno...
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Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Alberta Politics
Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Bob Covey 
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The union representing striking teachers in Alberta say educators have tabled a reasonable offer to the province and that it’s now up to the Danielle ...
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A celestial celebration: Jasper Dark Sky Festival returns for 15th year
Arts & Culture
A celestial celebration: Jasper Dark Sky Festival returns for 15th year
Amir Said 
Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Festival will feature astronomy experts, space-themed experiences and signature events that highlight Jasper's exceptional stargazing opportunities Ja...
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Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Arts & Culture
Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Bob Covey 
Monday, October 20, 2025
“We’re all one day away from a life we don’t recognize.” An intimate story about grief and the healing power of art following the devastating 2024 Jas...
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Three fresh faces elected to Jasper municipal council
Community
Three fresh faces elected to Jasper municipal council
Bob Covey 
Tuesday, October 21, 2025
Jasper Municipal Council will have three new elected officials for the 2025-2029 term. Laurie Rodger, Kable Kongsrud and Danny Frechette were elected ...
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Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Arts & Culture
Embers doc glows with compassionate, urgent storytelling
Bob Covey 
Monday, October 20, 2025
“We’re all one day away from a life we don’t recognize.” An intimate story about grief and the healing power of art following the devastating 2024 Jas...
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Nine issues facing Jasper’s next council
Community
Nine issues facing Jasper’s next council
Bob Covey 
Sunday, October 19, 2025
The race for town council is on. It’s exciting, not just because there’s a slate of worthy candidates, but also because in a small town, residents kno...
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Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Alberta Politics
Teachers, armed with public support, push government to end strike
Bob Covey 
Thursday, October 16, 2025
The union representing striking teachers in Alberta say educators have tabled a reasonable offer to the province and that it’s now up to the Danielle ...
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