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'From their own voices': How Indigenous tourism continues to develop in Jasper National Park

'From their own voices': How Indigenous tourism continues to develop in Jasper National Park

"Indigenous culture is not just a picture of a totem pole or an Indigenous mural; it is the person and the story behind those processes and the practices. Indigenous tourism, when it's done right, allows those voices to speak up and be heard."
Work continues to restore damaged Berg Lake Trail at Mount Robson

Work continues to restore damaged Berg Lake Trail at Mount Robson

The restoration and repair work involves new bridges and some upgrades to the trail as well as camping and picnic sites.
Alberta adds new restrictions to smartphone use in K-12 schools

Alberta adds new restrictions to smartphone use in K-12 schools

Smartphones must be turned off and out of sight during class, said Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides
Philippines Independence Day celebrated with flag raising ceremony

Philippines Independence Day celebrated with flag raising ceremony

The days honours the legacy and the bravery of many Filipinos who fought and sacrificed their lives for the freedom and liberation of the Philippines from more than 300 years of Spanish colonization.
A basic solution for poverty?

A basic solution for poverty?

Basic income could raise millions out of poverty, say analysts
'Hub of the community': Library offerings go far beyond physical books

'Hub of the community': Library offerings go far beyond physical books

"That is the beauty of any library; it welcomes all ages. Jasper’s library is no different and it delivers."
Emergency water transfers raise environmental and accountability concerns

Emergency water transfers raise environmental and accountability concerns

Experts say if untreated surface water is moved in Alberta, the river's flora and fauna could travel with it and possibly disrupt the balance of the receiving ecosystems. 
Lessons can be learned from looking back at an artful era

Lessons can be learned from looking back at an artful era

"Today, you can find quality entertainment at many locations and several times throughout the week in Jasper. Jasper has become home to a thriving community of resident artists, musicians and event producers."
Suzuki: The undeniable economic case for climate action

Suzuki: The undeniable economic case for climate action

"The fossil fuel industry has provided jobs and economic benefits to many in Canada and around the world, as did other harmful industries like tobacco — but at what price?"
Robbery suspect breaks into Jasper home armed with knife

Robbery suspect breaks into Jasper home armed with knife

Police are asking anyone with footage of the Cabin Creek area, between 4 a.m. and 6:30 a.m. on Thursday, June 13, to review it and submit anything that could be linked to the investigation.
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