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Peter Shokeir

Peter Shokeir

Peter Shokeir is the publisher and editor of the Jasper Fitzhugh. He has written and edited for numerous publications in Alberta.

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Recent Work by Peter

NDP critic slams Alberta government over delay in giving Jasper tax relief following wildfire

NDP critic slams Alberta government over delay in giving Jasper tax relief following wildfire

"They are really holding the town hostage for an agreement they're asking from the federal government, which is they need Parks Canada to lease the land for interim housing they want to build in the town of Jasper."
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Jasper Indigenous Exhibit now open for public to explore

Jasper Indigenous Exhibit now open for public to explore

The exhibit aims to increase public awareness and understanding of Indigenous connections to the area and the forced removal of Indigenous people from the land that became Jasper National Park.
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Maligne Canyon remaining closed this winter in Jasper National Park

Maligne Canyon remaining closed this winter in Jasper National Park

“The site has been thoroughly assessed by our public safety specialists with Parks Canada, and it’s been deemed that there’s numerous safety hazards with the canyon and the surrounding area due to the significant impact of the wildfire in July.”
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Jasper council asks about status of interim housing as site servicing wraps up

Jasper council asks about status of interim housing as site servicing wraps up

"At this moment in time, I still see a pathway to 80 to 100 units being delivered sometime relatively early in the New Year, but it is a challenging pathway for sure, and the longer we go without certainty, the narrower that pathway becomes."
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Jasper’s living wage skyrockets to $31.40 per hour

Jasper’s living wage skyrockets to $31.40 per hour

The Alberta Living Wage Network calculates Jasper’s living wage has increased from $24.90 per hour in 2023 to $31.40 per hour in 2024. This is the highest living wage ranked in this year’s report.
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Jasper family wins tickets to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour

Jasper family wins tickets to Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour

"After such a challenging year for families like the Beckmanns in Jasper, we wanted to provide them with this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity."
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Calendar featuring firefighters amid Jasper wildfire aftermath to support local crisis response

Calendar featuring firefighters amid Jasper wildfire aftermath to support local crisis response

The Crisis Team Jasper Society is launching a 2025 fundraising calendar featuring firefighters amid the landscape following the recent wildfires.
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PHOTOS: Whistlers Campground undergoing restoration following Jasper wildfire

PHOTOS: Whistlers Campground undergoing restoration following Jasper wildfire

Parks Canada is working to clear out damaged trees as well as replace and repair infrastructure in Jasper campgrounds such as Whistlers ahead of the 2025 summer season.
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Parks Canada preparing Jasper campgrounds for next summer

Parks Canada preparing Jasper campgrounds for next summer

Major frontcountry campgrounds reopening include Whistlers, Miette and several self-registration sites. Wapiti Campground will operate at reduced capacity, while Wabasso and Whirlpool group campgrounds will remain closed for ongoing restoration.
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Federal grants to assist Jasper small businesses with wildfire recovery

Federal grants to assist Jasper small businesses with wildfire recovery

"This is going to offset lost revenues during the summer season when many businesses were at their busiest."
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