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Possible service reductions looked at by council were removing compost bins, accepting cardboard only at the Operations yard, and cutting grass cutting in public spaces. | Stock photo Fuchsia Dragon | publisher@fitzhugh.

Municipal playgrounds and play structures are closed in Jasper, effective today. Lions' Park and Fireman's Park will close, but other parks and green spaces including the off-leash area, remain open.

Parks Canada is calling on Canadians to support the national effort to limit the spread of COVID-19 and stay home.

While there have been no cases in which this novel coronavirus has passed from pet to owner and authorities do not think it is possible, that doesn’t mean there is absolutely no risk from your pet.

Dr Deena Hinshaw, chief medical officer of health for Alberta, announced 42 new cases of COVID-19 in the province today (March 23). More than 300 people have now been diagnosed with COVID-19 in Alberta.

Jasper mayor Richard Ireland is encouraging visitors to stay away for now. Tourism Jasper has paused all of its active promotions for the town. | File photo Fuchsia Dragon | [email protected] Jasper’s visitation is the lifeblood of the town.

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Jasper now has two confirmed cases of COVID-19. This afternoon (Sunday, March 22) 33 new cases of COVID-19 were confirmed in Alberta, bringing the total 259. The province suspects up to 19 of the total cases were due to community transmission.

Jasper mayor Richard Ireland urged residents to continue to be vigilant and relentlessly practice social distancing following the confirmation of a COVID-19 case in town.

Albertans are reminded of the importance of social distancing as an important way to minimize the spread of COVID-19. | File photo Jasper has one confirmed case of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19.