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Yard waste curbside collection starts April 30
Posted on Monday, April 22, 2024 04:00 PM
Yard waste will be picked up on a bi-weekly schedule, the same days your dark blue recycling bin is collected
Summer is right around the corner and it’s time to start cleaning...
Fire Prevention Week highlights importance of smoke alarms
Posted on Thursday, October 03, 2024 08:55 AM
Exchange expired smoke alarms and CO alarms for free at Fire Hall 5 in Gregoire
Check your smoke alarm today – it could save your life.
Smoke alarms sense smoke well before you...
Join the Community Gathering and Walk to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 08:51 AM
Wear orange on Sept. 30 to honour and support Residential School Survivors, their families, communities and those who never returned home.
All are invited to join the...
Council breaks ground for new twin arena in Fort McMurray
Posted on Friday, September 20, 2024 03:48 PM
Mayor and Councillors celebrated alongside community members at the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Northside Twin Arena that took place earlier today at 117 Abraham...
Council approves final phase of permanent flood mitigation for Downtown Fort McMurray
Posted on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 AM
During their Sept.17 meeting, Council approved Administration’s recommendations for the construction of Reach 6. This marks a key milestone in finalizing permanent flood...
Businesses encouraged to get a registered address to avoid missing mail
Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 03:27 PM
All businesses in the region must have a civic address registered with the Municipality. This helps people find your business location, including Canada Post and Regional...
Municipal Ward 4 byelection set for Nov. 4
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 11:21 AM
Council decided to hold a byelection in Ward 4 at its Sept. 10 meeting, with election day scheduled for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
The Ward 4 byelection is being called to fill the...
Council approves visionary plan to shape Wood Buffalo’s future
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 08:41 AM
What will Wood Buffalo look like in 2044?
The newly approved Municipal Development Plan (MDP) offers a roadmap to answer that question. Approved by Council at their Sept 10...
Regional Emergency Services to host Community Pancake Breakfast
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 08:55 AM
All welcome to enjoy fun, free event at downtown Fire Hall 1
Regional Emergency Services is pleased to again invite to the community to a free pancake breakfast and fire hall...
More homes to receive bear-resistant garbage bins
Posted on Monday, September 09, 2024 01:46 PM
Homes in Draper, Gregoire Lake Estates, Anzac and certain streets in Fort McMurray will receive bins this year.
Over 1,400 bear-resistant garbage bins are being provided to...
Get rid of old electronics and hazardous waste at free event
Posted on Monday, September 09, 2024 09:49 AM
Annual Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Roundup returns Sept. 14 at Centrefire Place
Easily and safely dispose of your old electronics and household products with...
Provincial funding to enhance Fort McKay’s water supply infrastructure
Posted on Thursday, September 05, 2024 01:01 PM
The Municipality has received $10M in grant funding through the Government of Alberta’s Drought and Flood Protection Program (DFPP) for the community of Fort McKay.
The funds...
Join an RMWB board or committee and help shape your community
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 03:14 PM
Get involved in your community while gaining valuable experience and networking with like-minded residents by applying to join a Council-appointed board or committee.
There...
Community Investment Program open for grant applications
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 09:45 AM
Information sessions to be held throughout September in Fort McMurray and rural communities
Community organizations, teams and individuals can now apply for 2025 grant funding...
Safety first as the new school year starts!
Posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 02:00 PM
Back to school means school zone speed restrictions will be in effect. Help keep students safe by following all signage, especially in school zones.
Expect increased vehicle...
Nominate outstanding community members for Council’s Excellence Awards
Posted on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 09:00 AM
Public Engagement Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations Mayor, Council and Administration
Nominations can be submitted at rmwb.ca/excellence from Aug. 21 – Oct. 14
Help recognize and thank outstanding people in your community by nominating them for Council’s...
Municipal flags at half-mast in memory of Councillor Jane Stroud
Posted on Monday, August 12, 2024 09:21 AM
Mayor Sandy Bowman has issued the following statement on the passing of Councillor Jane Stroud:
“It is with very heavy hearts and profound sadness that we mourn the sudden and...
Snye dredging process begins August 12
Posted on Thursday, August 08, 2024 09:57 AM
Crews will start the annual Snye dredging on Monday, August 12. Construction fencing will be installed around the site and Snye Point will be temporarily closed.
Why dredging...
Notice of Public Hearing – Bylaw No. 24/015 – Municipal Development Plan – Sept. 10, 2024
Posted on Wednesday, August 07, 2024 03:00 PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TAKE NOTICE that Council of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the...
Cancelled: Special Council Meeting - August 13
Posted on Wednesday, August 07, 2024 01:32 PM
UPDATE (Aug. 12, 2024): Out of respect for the passing of Councillor Stroud, the Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13 has been cancelled.
Further updates on Council...
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