Debris management

The Jasper Wildfire impacted structures within the townsite and surrounding Lake Edith, as well as commercial facilities outside the town boundary. The loss of these structures released contaminants from building materials, home and garage contents, and industrial and commercial businesses. Removing hazardous debris and ensuring that air, soil and water support the long-term health and safety of the community was necessary before rebuilding work could begin.

Post fire demolition supplemental mitigation

Post-demolition contaminant sampling in Jasper 

Preapproved Routine Impact Assessment

Financial assistance available for Jasper residents

Parks Canada and the Canadian Red Cross continue to support recovery efforts in Jasper following the 2024 wildfire, working together to help residents return to safe, permanent homes. Parks Canada has made financial assistance of up to $5 million available to help individuals cover uninsured costs for soil testing and remediation. These funds are being administered by the Canadian Red Cross. This support is intended for households whose primary residences were damaged or destroyed.

Residents can contact the Red Cross by calling 1-800-863-6582 (Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm MST) or emailing ABRebuild@redcross.ca to book an appointment with a case manager and access available supports.