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Undying loyalty to political parties (and hockey teams) is bad for Alberta
Editorial
Undying loyalty to political parties (and hockey teams) is bad for Alberta
Bob Covey 
Friday, May 26, 2023
Confession time: for as long as I can remember, I’ve been a Calgary Flames fan. It’s not my fault! When you’re eight-years-old and your dad is dancing and cheering along to a radio announcer calling the final countdown to a 1989 Stanley Cup victory, fandom kind of imprints itself onto your DNA. Late...
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Keeping it real: Janis Irwin on strategic door knocking, self care and embracing change
Alberta Politics
Keeping it real: Janis Irwin on strategic door knocking, self care and embracing change
Bob Covey 
Friday, April 21, 2023
If you didn’t have on your BINGO card that community leader, social media influencer and LGBTQ2+ icon, MLA Janis Irwin, would be chatting up Alberta voters at a drag show at a seniors centre, do you even Pride? Edmonton MLA Janis Irwin was in Jasper recently ahead of the writ being dropped in the 20...
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Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Environment
Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Bob Covey 
Friday, May 15, 2026
A sudden ban on watercraft and wading gear in Mount Robson Provincial Park has sent shockwaves through the Jasper and Valemount paddling communities. ...
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Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Jasper Builds
Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Peter Shokeir, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter 
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Municipality of Jasper will have to borrow an unspecified amount if council decides to undertake an estimated $7.63 million in additional repairs ...
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One night (bis)only: Untamed Table reunites chefs
Arts & Culture
One night (bis)only: Untamed Table reunites chefs
Bob Covey 
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Taste of Spring festival uncorked at Olive Bistro “We need something with some acidity… something to wake up your palate for the rest of the night.” J...
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Jasper honours three champions of community
Arts & Culture
Jasper honours three champions of community
Bob Covey 
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Mayors Awards celebrate decades of Distinguished Voluntary Service Applause echoed through Jasper’s municipal council chambers on April 21 as three lo...
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Charlotte’s Web to stick with audiences
Arts & Culture
Charlotte’s Web to stick with audiences
Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Jasper Acts Presents:  Charlotte’s Web , A Heartwarming Celebration of Youth, Community, and Live Theatre This weekend, Jasper Acts invites audiences ...
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Finding hope in the moment: A conversation with Shad
Arts & Culture
Finding hope in the moment: A conversation with Shad
Bob Covey 
Monday, April 27, 2026
As he prepares for his May 2 performance in Jasper , Canadian hip hop artist Shad is thinking less about a fixed setlist and more about the feeling of...
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Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Environment
Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Bob Covey 
Friday, May 15, 2026
A sudden ban on watercraft and wading gear in Mount Robson Provincial Park has sent shockwaves through the Jasper and Valemount paddling communities. ...
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Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Jasper Builds
Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Peter Shokeir, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter 
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Municipality of Jasper will have to borrow an unspecified amount if council decides to undertake an estimated $7.63 million in additional repairs ...
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Rotary Fire Relief Fund delivers $140K to Jasper community groups
Community
Rotary Fire Relief Fund delivers $140K to Jasper community groups
Thursday, May 21, 2026
The Rotary District 5370 Charitable Foundation (RDCF) has wrapped up its final round of Jasper wildfire relief funding, distributing $85,440 to eight ...
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Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Environment
Paddlers lose iconic run amid fears for Fraser fish stocks
Bob Covey 
Friday, May 15, 2026
A sudden ban on watercraft and wading gear in Mount Robson Provincial Park has sent shockwaves through the Jasper and Valemount paddling communities. ...
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Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Jasper Builds
Council mulls $7.63M in utility repairs, overhauling green space plan
Peter Shokeir, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter 
Thursday, May 14, 2026
The Municipality of Jasper will have to borrow an unspecified amount if council decides to undertake an estimated $7.63 million in additional repairs ...
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Alberta wildfire a reminder of need to prepare
Community
Alberta wildfire a reminder of need to prepare
Tuesday, May 12, 2026
As an out-of-control wildfire burns south of Whitecourt, local emergency officials are urging residents to be prepared. The fire, known as WWF017, gre...
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