Canada Forgoes $15M in Rent to Aid Jasper's Wildfire Recovery

The federal government will provide rent relief to support Jasper's rebuilding efforts after a devastating wildfire razed one-third of the town.

A wildfire in July destroyed 800 housing units in Jasper, displacing about 2,000 residents.
Parks Canada administers leases in Jasper, where rent relief aims to ease financial burdens on businesses and residents.
The rent relief plan includes up to $15.2 million in forgone fees over the next few years.
Minister Randy Boissonnault has been appointed to lead the federal government's efforts in Jasper's recovery.
Jasper is reopening certain backcountry camping spots and Maligne Road to boost tourism.