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The average age of Alberta's forests dropped 6.1 years in 2023, all due to the unprecedented 2023 wildfire season.

Alberta’s government has introduced legislation requiring all federal funding agreements with provincial entities be approved by the province.

Hinton Movies also brings some very interesting, inspiring and often emotionally moving “non-Hollywood style” movies to the screen.

The Jasper Transit Open House will take place Thursday, April 18 at the Jasper Activity Centre from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Multi-Purpose Hall and 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Arena Lobby.

“A kid from Jasper won the national championship slalom title, second in the giant slalom and his younger brother is following close behind in his footsteps.”

OSI-CAN is now having regular meetings in Jasper.

This past weekend was the Jasper Mixed Bonspiel (April 5-7). The Bonspiel had 24 teams from all over Alberta compete including several local teams. It was beach-themed this year and most teams had dressed up to participate.

“We are looking forward to releasing the details of the new festival app that will allow you to access all the latest details on event schedules, exclusive deals, Fork & Spoon Promotions – Jasper Pride’s Food Fest, Interactive maps and a new way for Sponsors to reach the festival audience.”

The feature is a unique collaboration between the Fitzhugh and the West Central Airshed Society.

The province will boost the number of watercraft inspectors, watercraft inspection stations, and K9 units in attempt to keep invasive species out of Alberta's lakes and rivers.