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In 1907 Jasper Forest Park was created and named after Jasper Haws, former factor of the historic fur trade post located on Jasper Lake. By 1911 the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway line had reached Mile 112. The little town of Fitzhugh grew up around the new railway station and soon attracted several businesses. By 1913 government officials had surveyed the town and its name was changed to Jasper to match the name of the park. A beautiful stone and timber building was erected in the centre of town for the residence and office of the park superintendent. Stores, churches, a hospital, school, post office, and many homes soon followed and the community of Jasper was born.
Today when you visit our town you can still see many historic buildings. In addition to the park information centre, which is now a national historic site, the train station, post office, old fire hall, Robson House and CIBC buildings are all close to the heart of Jasper.
To learn more about Jasper's history visit The Jasper-Yellowhead Museum & Archives at 400 Pyramid Lake Road or www.jaspermuseum.org.
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