Opinion

The recent announcement of federal funding dedicated toward the creation of a trail between the town of Jasper and the Columbia Icefields (possibly to Lake Louise) has brought quite a bit of excitement to our mountain community.

After months of evading questions about this project, Parks Canada has finally decided to talk—and unfortunately the rumours are true.

A picture of the old highway where Parks Canada is proposing to build the new Icefields Trail. D. Regett - photo.

The library will open its doors to the public in June 29. Photo - P. Clarke. The wait is finally over.

Earlier this week the world was brutally reminded about the persecution and hatred members of the LGBT community still face in their struggle for acceptance in 2016.

Our time in Jasper has come to an end. Staying in Jasper has been incredibly helpful during the Fort McMurray evacuation. We are so glad we made the decision to wait out ‘The Beast’ here.

The library will open its doors to the public in June, according to Mayor Richard Ireland. Photo - P. Clarke.

Dear Editor, I am writing in regards to the recent baseball tournament held in Jasper on the weekend of May 27-29th, 2016.

File photo. Killing an animal in a national park is illegal, however under certain circumstances Parks Canada is left with few other options.

Construction of the Trans Mountain Pipeline. Photo submitted.