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Under the evacuation alert, residents should be prepared to evacuate Jasper within a one-hour notice.

"This denial from those elected to make difficult decisions about policies and governing delays much-needed change — and we have no time to lose."

"The Liberals claim this Capital Gains Tax only targets the ultra-rich. It does not. It is a tax on food, homebuilding, retirement, doctors, pharmacists, truckers, and small business owners."

A slash to a training transfer from coast to coast means Alberta will lose $70.8 million this year, says employment minister

"The additional financial assistance of $500 per household will help people meet their ongoing needs as they begin their next steps in recovery."

Permission will be granted for trailers to be left unattached on a roadway and for residents to use their RV or trailer as transitional housing during re-entry from Aug. 16 to Sept. 15.

"Even now, just talking about it, I'm getting emotional, and my heart’s racing. When we came out of that valley, [we] just saw this monster, monster fire."

"Forecast shows chances of showers later this week and this should allow crews to make progress in minimizing fire activity in other parts of the park."

"Being informed about current issues and how they relate to us and our communities is the first step to being engaged."

"Anyone trying to enter the town without a Resident Re-entry Guide will be stopped by the RCMP and directed to return to Highway 16. It's important that residents have spaces to process their immense losses in the community."