Jasper town council unable to provide temporary housing for 2,000 displaced residents after wildfire.

The Jasper town council in Alberta has determined it cannot provide temporary housing for all residents displaced by a July wildfire that destroyed over 800 units, leaving about 2,000 of the town’s 5,000 residents homeless. The Joint Recovery Co-ordination Centre is prioritizing housing for essential workers, like hospital staff, while considering options for teachers as schools reopen. Councillor Wendy Hall has raised concerns that some residents may be overlooked.

September 10, 2024
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