In the summer of 2024, Jasper National Park and the town of Jasper were hit with a devastating wildfire that burned approximately 32,700 hectares and destroyed 30 percent of structures in the town. A significant portion of the park's infrastructure was also damaged or destroyed. Since then, in partnership with the Government of Alberta, the Municipality of Jasper and local stakeholders, the federal government has supported residents, helped restore services, and rebuilt infrastructure.
Over the past two years, the federal government has delivered more than $385 million in Jasper wildfire response and recovery efforts. This has helped expedite reconstruction efforts, provide interim housing for over 415 families, remove debris on 100 percent of affected lots, and advance rebuilding, with construction actively underway at 118 properties.
Building on this support, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue, today announced $520 million in additional funding to help accelerate rebuilding of Jasper National Park and ensure the critical repairs are completed efficiently, including by continuing to provide interim housing for displaced residents.
The wildfire is estimated to have damaged or destroyed 20 per cent of total assets in the park, including front country campgrounds, staff housing, grounds, utilities buildings, highways, and roadways. Funding announced today will support rebuilding efforts for these essential assets, provide interim housing for displaced Jasper residents through March 2028, complete townsite and perimeter fire risk reduction, and expedite reconstruction efforts. The goal is clear: rebuild stronger, safer, and ready for the future.
