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Municipality files statement of claim

Posted on Friday, June 14, 2024 02:29 PM

Mayor, Council and Administration

On June 7, 2024, the municipality filed a statement of claim against the former Director of Human Resources, related to the delivery of illegitimate bonuses to a select...

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Abasand Off-Highway Vehicle Pilot Project begins July 1

Posted on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 01:46 PM

News Releases Bylaw and Animal Services Parks and Recreation

OHV riders must review regulations to ensure compliance prior to driving on municipal roads in Abasand

Council approved the Off-Highway Vehicle Pilot Project Bylaw at last...

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...

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Rebate program launched for FireSmart home renovations

Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 08:50 AM

News Releases Fire and Emergency Services

Book a free home assessment to get started

The Municipality is launching a rebate program to help homeowners in the region use fire-resistant materials in home renovations.

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Downtown businesses and organizations encouraged to apply for revitalization program

Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 09:21 AM

News Releases

More grants available and enhancements made to the program to make it easier for businesses to make improvements

Applications are now open for the Downtown Revitalization...

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Enjoy the weather as spray parks begin to open

Posted on Friday, May 24, 2024 03:40 PM

Parks and Recreation

It's time to enjoy the warmer weather as spray parks begin to open for the summer! Spray parks are available daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Spray parks ready for use

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Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo recognized as age-friendly community

Posted on Friday, May 24, 2024 02:02 PM

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RMWB and Advisory Committee on Aging receive Alberta Age-Friendly Recognition Award

Past and present members of the Advisory Committee on Aging (ACoA), community partners and...

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Construction season is underway in the RMWB

Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 01:00 PM

Roads and Construction News Releases

The Municipality’s construction season is well underway with 33 new projects in the works and 46 multi-year projects continuing to progress. Being in Northern Alberta, the...

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Municipality thanks all who responded to protect and support region during

Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 09:41 AM

News Releases Fire and Emergency Services

An incredible amount of work was done to protect Fort McMurray and surrounding areas from wildfire MWF017 and support the approximately 6,600 community members who were...

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Council approves third phase of downtown revitalization grant program

Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 01:31 PM

News Releases Mayor, Council and Administration

$2.4 million in grant funding available to help downtown businesses and organizations

(Fort McMurray, AB – May 22, 2024) – On May 21, 2024, Council approved the third phase of...

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Bring smiles to faces on Canada Day

Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 08:53 AM

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Register a float or walking group in the 2024 Canada Day Parade

Showcase your community spirit with a float or walking group in the Canada Day Parade on July 1 at 10:30 a.m.

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Evacuation Orders lifted for Fort McMurray

Posted on Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:27 AM

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All evacuated residents may return home immediately, all remaining evacuation alerts, and State of Local Emergency lifted 

(Fort McMurray, AB – May 18, 2024) – Evacuees from...

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Municipality enacts fire ban in Fort McMurray, in alignment with Government of Alberta

Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 01:49 PM

Fire Season News Releases

The Fire Ban includes the urban service area of Fort McMurray and is being implemented by the Municipality to mirror the fire ban and OHV restriction enacted within the...

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Evacuation order expected to remain in place until at least May 21

Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 01:07 PM

News Releases Fire and Emergency Services

Order could extend beyond May 21, but residents are encouraged to plan to be away until at least May 21.

Neighbourhoods under the evacuation order issued on May 14, can expect...

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Evacuation Order: Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace move to evacuation order

Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 09:47 AM

Fire and Emergency Services

Evacuation Order: Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace move to evacuation order; be prepared to be evacuated by 4 p.m.

If you are not in an area under...

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State of Local Emergency declared due to wildfire activity in the region

Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 01:39 PM

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Continue to follow trusted sources of information for up-to-date information

At 1:30 the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) declared a State of Local Emergency...

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Evacuation Alert - Gregoire Lake Estates, FMFN # 468, Anzac, Rickards Landing Industrial Park

Posted on Saturday, May 11, 2024 03:07 PM

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(Fort McMurray, AB – May 11, 2024) – An Evacuation Alert has been issued for Gregoire Lake Estates, Fort McMurray First Nation #468, Anzac, and Rickards Landing Industrial...

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Evacuation Alert - Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek

Posted on Friday, May 10, 2024 06:57 PM

News Releases Fire and Emergency Services

 Fort McMurray and Saprae Creek residents should be ready to leave on short notice.

An Evacuation Alert has been issued for Fort McMurray and Saprae Creek, due to a nearby wildfire,...

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Share your voice on youth issues in the region

Posted on Monday, April 29, 2024 01:19 PM

News Releases Events and Involvement Mayor, Council and Administration

Apply to join the Mayor’s Advisory Council on Youth by Aug. 11

Students entering grades 9 to 12 in the next school year are encouraged to apply for the Mayor’s Advisory...

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Special Council Meeting, April 30, 2024

Posted on Friday, April 26, 2024 11:47 AM

Mayor, Council and Administration

April 25, 2024

 NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

 Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c.M-26, a Special Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to take place...

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Fort McMurray Alberta T9H 2K4

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