Government of Canada announces additional $520 million to help Jasper rebuild

June 30, 2026 - Jasper, Alberta - Department of Finance Canada

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.

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“Since the devastating wildfire of 2024, the federal government has been there to support residents, restore essential services, and rebuild infrastructure in partnership with the people of Jasper. Today’s announcement builds on existing measures, ensuring that damaged park infrastructure is restored so that Albertans, Canadians and visitors from around the world can once again fully enjoy this UNESCO World Heritage Site.”

- The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue

“Jasper holds a special place in the hearts of Canadians. As Minister responsible for our national parks, I have seen the resilience of this community and the determination to bring Jasper back. This funding will restore the campgrounds, trails, and facilities that connect people to one of the most extraordinary places in the world, while we rebuild with the climate realities of the future in mind.”

- The Honourable Julie Aviva Dabrusin, Minister of the Environment, Climate Change and Nature

“Jasper has shown us the devastation wildfires can bring, but also what it means to be resilient in the aftermath. As the Minister responsible for Jasper’s recovery, I’ve seen firsthand this community’s commitment to build back stronger. With today’s investment, our new government is accelerating recovery, restoring critical infrastructure, reducing future risk, and supporting families as they rebuild their homes and their lives. Together, we’re ensuring Jasper emerges stronger, safer, and better prepared for the future.”

 

- The Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, and Ministerial lead for Jasper