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RMWB Council supports land transfer and addition to reserve for Fort McKay First Nation

Posted on Thursday, June 05, 2025 11:03 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations Mayor, Council and Administration

Council has approved the transfer of a municipally owned parcel of land in Fort McKay to the Fort McKay Land Stewardship Society and endorsed Fort McKay First Nation’s...

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Celebrate Indigenous history and culture in Wood Buffalo

Posted on Wednesday, June 04, 2025 11:00 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Save the date for It’s Time to Read and Burgers and Bannock at the Island

Join us for a month-long celebration of Indigenous culture and history in recognition of National Indigenous...

Council members and award winners smile for a photo at the 2024 Council's Excellence Awards held in Shell Place. From left to right: Mayor Sandy Bowman, Youth award winner Lalithya Raavi, Councillor Funke Banjoko, Everyday Hero Nadeem Aslam's sister Ferhana Muneeb and daughter Naba Nadeem, as well as Citizen of the Year Mohamed Tarrabin.

Community champions celebrated at Council’s Excellence Awards ceremony

Posted on Tuesday, January 28, 2025 01:00 PM

News Releases Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations Mayor, Council and Administration

Four community members were celebrated for their significant contributions to the region at Council’s Excellence Awards ceremony on Monday night at Shell Place.

“It’s clear to...

A vehicle drives on the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road.

Fort Chipewyan Winter Road increasing to 27,500 kg on Saturday

Posted on Friday, January 17, 2025 01:23 PM

Roads and Construction News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Plan ahead, drive to conditions and follow all posted signage

Starting at 12 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 18, the vehicle load limit for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is increasing...

Athletes and community builders being featured in the Indigenous Sports Gallery stand on stage at the ceremony at Shell Place on Friday, Nov. 8, 2024 in Fort McMurray, Alta.

Community members honoured at Indigenous Sports Gallery ceremony

Posted on Saturday, November 09, 2024 02:32 PM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Local Indigenous athletes, community builders and local legends were honoured at the Indigenous Sports Gallery ceremony at Shell Place on Friday night.

The gallery is intended...

Truth and Reconciliation
Aerial view of gathered participants for the 2023 Community Gathering and Walk for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in kiyam Community Park in Fort McMurray, Alta.

Join the Community Gathering and Walk to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 08:51 AM

News Releases Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations

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...

Truth and Reconciliation
Recipients of the 2023 Council's Excellence Awards pose for a photo with RMWB Mayor Sandy Bowman and Councillor Banjoko in Fort McMurray, Alta.

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...

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Municipality adopts three additional Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action

Posted on Thursday, July 11, 2024 09:18 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations Mayor, Council and Administration

At last night’s Council meeting, the Responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo – 2023 Annual Update was shared....

Truth and Reconciliation
Crowds of people socialize and enjoy food and drink at the National Indigenous Peoples Day event at Shell Place in Fort McMurray, Alta. on June 21, 2022.

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month in the region

Posted on Tuesday, June 04, 2024 10:22 AM

Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations

Indigenous culture and history will be honoured and celebrated throughout June in recognition of National Indigenous History Month (NIHM).

The month-long celebration will...

Truth and Reconciliation
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Community Gathering and Walk on September 28

Posted on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 10:00 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Everyone is invited to participate in the Community Gathering and Walk to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In discussion with Indigenous partners, the...

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Free documentary series to feature nîpawistamâsowin: We Will Stand Up

Posted on Wednesday, September 06, 2023 03:04 PM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Case involving fatal shooting raised questions about racism in legal system

The next film in the It’s Time to Read documentary series captures a family’s fight for justice...

Truth and Reconciliation
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Renowned Indigenous leader, author bringing Treaty Talk documentary to Fort McMurray

Posted on Tuesday, August 29, 2023 08:30 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sept. 6 showing of Treaty Talk is being postponed to a later date. Please watch our social media for future updates.

(Fort McMurray, AB...

Truth and Reconciliation
Anzac

Review the Anzac Church Memorial conceptual designs

Posted on Monday, August 21, 2023 10:12 AM

Public Engagement News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Community feedback will influence the final design

The Anzac Church Memorial development continues to progress after previous engagement in April 2022. Commemorating the...

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It’s Time to Read book club to host special Indigenous documentary series

Posted on Thursday, August 17, 2023 10:33 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Director Holly Fortier to share award-winning film Ayoungman

All are welcome to join us for a special It’s Time to Read documentary. First up is two-time Alberta Film &...

Truth and Reconciliation
Tipi Kiyam Community Park

National Indigenous History Month-a time to reflect, learn and share

Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 08:30 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Indigenous culture, traditions and teachings will be highlighted throughout June as we celebrate National Indigenous History Month (NIHM). The month-long series of events...

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It’s Time to Read: Join a special evening with author Cody Caetano

Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 11:06 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

On Wednesday, May 10 at 7 p.m. all are welcome to come out for a special evening with Cody Caetano, author of Half-Bads in White Regalia.

This special event will be held in the...

Truth and Reconciliation
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It’s Time to Read Book Club explores bestselling debut: Half-Bads in White Regalia

Posted on Thursday, April 06, 2023 10:12 AM

Indigenous and Rural Relations

Join the It’s Time to Read Book Club in April as it explores Half-Bads in White Regalia, an unforgettable debut that unspools a tangled family history with warmth, humour, and...

Truth and Reconciliation
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Fort Chipewyan artists invited to design a public art bench

Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 09:21 AM

News Releases Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations

Bench will be featured at the new Lakefront Viewing Deck in community

Public Art Wood Buffalo invites local Fort Chipewyan artists to inspire a design for a bench to be...

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Council approves historic agreement with Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

Posted on Thursday, February 09, 2023 04:30 PM

Indigenous and Rural Relations

(Fort McMurray AB – February 9, 2023) A new agreement between the Municipality and a First Nation is a significant step towards the creation of the first urban reserve in...

Truth and Reconciliation
Truth and Reconciliation Challenge

Join the 2022 Truth and Reconciliation Challenge

Posted on Monday, August 15, 2022 09:00 AM

News Releases Indigenous and Rural Relations

Explore meaningful ways to enhance and guide your personal reconciliation journey

Explore Indigenous culture and language and learn the area’s true history, including the...

Truth and Reconciliation
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