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On average the Municipality of Jasper’s directors and managers are paid 14 per cent less than their counterparts in comparable communities in Alberta, according to a recent survey. A salary survey prepared by Strategic Steps Inc.

Dear Editor, On June 4 the Ottawa Citizen reported that your Government Operations Centre (GOC) sent an email to all federal departments—presumably including Parks Canada—seeking assistance “in compiling a comprehensive listing of all known demonstra

It can be easy to take the park’s trails for granted. There are, after all, 250 kilometres of multi-use trails winding through each corner of Jasper National Park and they seemingly take care of themselves.

Submitted photo Despite rumours circulating in the community, ATCO Electric has not yet confirmed plans to close its Jasper power plant.

N. Veerman photo Council unanimously approved a plan to develop a multi-purpose recreational area on the high school exchange lands, Aug. 5, with the condition that the design accommodate the adjacent sports field.

T. Nichols photo There’s a trail in Jasper, winding off the Marjorie Lake Loop, that isn’t on official maps. They won’t send you there from the Visitor Information Centre, and it’s marked only by a few scattered signs.

A long-standing summer tradition in Jasper is putting on a new face.

T. Nichols photo A few months ago, Terry Langian decided to step up and do something. His mother-in-law, Val Johnson, was in treatment for bladder cancer, and Lanigan wanted to find a way to support her.

N. Veerman photo Jasperites learned how to transform organic produce into delectable morsels at the Meadows to Menu community dinner, Aug. 5, and then chowed down on a feast of regional food prepared by the chefs at the Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge.

Friday, Aug. 15 Jasper Legion, 8 p.m. & Saturday, Aug. 16 Rodeo Dance, 9 p.m. Blake Berglund took a risk last year.