Category Archives: Alberta
King Charles 'immensely saddened' by wildfire destruction in Jasper
JASPER, ALTA. - King Charles says he and his wife, Queen Camilla, are "immensely saddened" to see the damage from massive wildfires in Jasper National Park. He says the picturesque Rocky Mountain tour...
Jul 30, 2024
Alberta radio stations come together for 'Day of Caring for Jasper'
Every major radio station across Alberta will on Wednesday hold a major fundraising effort for Jasper, a small resort town and national park that was ravaged by wildfire last week. File/Pattison Media...
Jul 29, 2024 Donations will support the Canadian Red Cross' efforts in Jasper, Alberta. (Photo: Pattison Media)
'We will rebuild': A look inside the wildfire devastation in Jasper
JASPER NATIONAL PARK - Richard Ireland's eyes well up with tears as he gazes in silence towards his home and sees memories of a lifetime burnt to ashes. The mayor of Jasper then leans over what remain...
Jul 26, 2024
Jasper wildfire burns buildings, while poor air quality forces some fire crews out
Alberta's Jasper National Park and its townsite are under siege from two wind-whipped wildfires, one of which raced into the picturesque community on Wednesday night, causing extensive damage.READ: Pr...
Jul 26, 2024
One-third of Jasper townsite destroyed by wildfire, Cypress County on standby to help
One-third of all structures in the townsite of Jasper are gone after burning to the ground in this week's wildfire, officials confirmed Friday.Premier Danielle Smith said 358 of 1,113 structures in th...
Jul 26, 2024
Court hears closing arguments in 'Freedom Convoy' organizer Pat King's criminal trial
OTTAWA - The defence lawyer for a prominent organizer of the 2022 "Freedom Convoy" in Ottawa says he is not responsible for the mischief that ensued during the protest. Defence Lawyer Natasha Calvinho...
Jul 26, 2024
People should stay inside, filter indoor air amid wildfire smoke, respirologist says
A Calgary respirologist is advising people to regularly check the outdoor air quality and stay inside as smoke from the Jasper wildfires blows into other parts of Alberta and possibly beyond. Dr. Alex...
Jul 26, 2024
Alberta wildfire information update: July 25
Late Wednesday night, the wildfire in Japer National Park reached the Town of Jasper with early reports indicating some structure loss. Firefighting efforts are ongoing within the town to protect home...
Jul 25, 2024
"Now lost": Jasper fire torching cherished memories along with forests
The black clouds billowing from the fires razing Jasper National Park hold more than the reek of charred timber and scorched earth. For thousands of Canadians and mountain-lovers around the world, it'...
Jul 25, 2024
Premier Danielle Smith holds news conference as wildfire ravages Jasper
Premier Danielle Smith, visibility emotional in a Thursday address, said that Alberta stands with the residents of Jasper after a wildfire ravaged the small town in the past day."Homes and businesses ...
Jul 25, 2024