Inquiry Finds Catastrophic Brake Failure in Jasper National Park Bus Rollover

A fatality inquiry report into a tour bus rollover in Jasper National Park concluded the incident resulted from a catastrophic brake failure and neglected repairs. The Ice Explorer bus lost control while traveling down an embankment, resulting in three deaths and 14 serious injuries. The report noted that the bus was in neutral and reached speeds of nearly 50 kilometres an hour, despite a top speed limit of 14 kilometres an hour in fourth gear.

The findings point to brake issues that were worn and improperly inspected, leading to a failure. This inquiry, which addresses an incident involving a resident from North Battleford, could prompt regulatory changes and increase risk exposure for transport insurers.