Rebuilding Jasper: trails crucial for conservation, community, and resilience

By investing in resilient post-fire restoration and infrastructure, we can ensure that Jasper National Park remains both protected and accessible.

A campground in Jasper National Park on July 31, just over a week after the July 22 evacuation order was declared as the devastating wildfire overtook the town. Photograph courtesy of Parks Canada/Facebook

Opinion

BY DEBBIE HARKSEN

September 4, 2024

People worldwide watched in horror this summer as Jasper, Alta., battled out-of-control wildfires. Despite the efforts of many, a third of the town’s homes and buildings were destroyed, leaving a deep scar on this cherished place. While Parks Canada is still actively fight...

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