Peter Shokeir

Alberta

Publisher and Editor at Jasper Fitzhugh

Author of The Silver Prison Saga. Publisher/editor of @JasperFitzhugh.

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Canada Strong Pass expected to modestly boost Jasper tourism

1 week ago | rmoutlook.com | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – Free summer access to Canadian national parks is anticipated to provide extra visitor traffic for a community still recovering from a wildfire. Tyler Riopel, CEO of Tourism Jasper, said this was a great opportunity for both visitors and Jasper as a destination.
Parking, PHAs among concerns with Jasper land-use policy amendments

1 week ago | thespec.com | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – Municipal council heard concerns about parking and private home accommodations (PHAs) during a Tuesday (June 17) public hearing regarding Jasper’s proposed land-use policy amendments. The public hearing will resume on July 8 at 1:30 p.m. Residents will also be able to submit written feedback until 4 p.m. on July 7.
Hinton council allows use of reserve for arena ice plant replacement

1 week ago | thespec.com | Peter Shokeir

HINTON – Town council approved the use of $151,500 from a reserve to account for any non-grant-funded portions of replacing the arena ice plant. The decision was made during a Tuesday (June 18) meeting. Administration is set to award the contract for the project, with the preferred proponent quoting $1.73 million. The Town is expected to get $1.58 million through the provincial Local Government Fiscal Framework.
Municipality of Jasper to consult engineering firm about gas station traffic

1 week ago | rmoutlook.com | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – Municipal council has voted to consult an engineering firm about how to deal with the traffic congestion at Jasper’s last two gas stations. CAO Bill Given told council on Tuesday (June 17) that there was no concern over fuel availability, but he suggested consulting an engineering firm that specialized in traffic management.
Rainbow crosswalks brighten up Jasper for Pride Month

1 week ago | fitzhugh.ca | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – A small mountain town is honouring Pride Month, which takes place every June, with three crosswalks that were painted in mid-May. Around a dozen volunteers helped paint the Pride, Progressive and Transgender crosswalks, which are located at the intersection of Patricia Street and Pyramid Lake Road this year. “Everybody loves them, from what I hear,” said Mollie Lalonde Lynch, who co-chairs the Jasper Pride Festival Society along with Wendy Hall.
Rainbow crosswalks brighten up Jasper for Pride Month

1 week ago | rmoutlook.com | Peter Shokeir

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Jasper’s two gas stations are swamped, council hears

1 week ago | jasperlocal.com | Peter Shokeir |Jasper Fitzhugh

Mayor Richard Ireland told the rest of council on Tuesday (June 10) that both the Jasper Park Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Jasper had sent a letter asking the municipality to look at ways to alleviate some congestion. “The expectation is that congestion will get worse as the busy summer season continues and hopefully continues to flourish,” Ireland said. Only two gas stations remain in Jasper after two others were destroyed in last summer’s wildfire.
Council briefs: Charging stations, construction co-ordinator & taxes

2 weeks ago | jasperlocal.com | Peter Shokeir

Council briefs: Charging stations, construction co-ordinator & taxes Jasper council approves EV charging stations, another recovery positionThe charging stations will be installed through an agreement with SureCharge Corp. for a term of up to 15 years. SureCharge will bear the costs of the installation and ongoing operation of these stations, although the municipality will handle the snow removal and general upkeep of the lot.
Philippines Independence Day honoured in Jasper with flag raising

2 weeks ago | rmoutlook.com | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – The Filipino community celebrated Philippines Independence Day on Thursday (June 12) with a flag raising as they reflected on the challenges of the past year. Hosted by the Jasper Filipino-Canadian Society, the second Filipino Flag Raising Ceremony took place in Commemoration Park where attendees took shelter from the rain on the CN Stage.
Banff artist paints peaks for guests at Jasper Park Lodge

2 weeks ago | rmoutlook.com | Peter Shokeir

JASPER – Marcos Molina got some extra exposure as an artist by painting live for guests at Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge from June 7 to 9. This was the Banff artist’s fifth residency at Mountain Galleries, which has locations at the Fairmont hotels in Whistler, Banff and Jasper. Three of his residencies have been in Jasper. “I just love the support I get, not just from the gallery but people online,” Molina said.

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