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Municipality files statement of claim
Posted on Friday, June 14, 2024 02:29 PM
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...

Abasand Off-Highway Vehicle Pilot Project begins July 1
Posted on Wednesday, June 12, 2024 01:46 PM
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...

Celebrate National Indigenous History Month in the region
Posted on Tuesday, June 04, 2024 10:22 AM
Indigenous culture and history will be honoured and celebrated throughout June in recognition of National Indigenous History Month (NIHM).
The month-long celebration will...

Rebate program launched for FireSmart home renovations
Posted on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 08:50 AM
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The Municipality is launching a rebate program to help homeowners in the region use fire-resistant materials in home renovations.

Downtown businesses and organizations encouraged to apply for revitalization program
Posted on Monday, May 27, 2024 09:21 AM
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...

Enjoy the weather as spray parks begin to open
Posted on Friday, May 24, 2024 03:40 PM
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 useThe...

Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo recognized as age-friendly community
Posted on Friday, May 24, 2024 02:02 PM
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...

Construction season is underway in the RMWB
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 01:00 PM
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...

Municipality thanks all who responded to protect and support region during
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 09:41 AM
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...

Council approves third phase of downtown revitalization grant program
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 01:31 PM
$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...

Bring smiles to faces on Canada Day
Posted on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 08:53 AM
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.

Evacuation Orders lifted for Fort McMurray
Posted on Saturday, May 18, 2024 10:27 AM
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...

Municipality enacts fire ban in Fort McMurray, in alignment with Government of Alberta
Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 01:49 PM
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...

Evacuation order expected to remain in place until at least May 21
Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 01:07 PM
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...

Evacuation Order: Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek and Grayling Terrace move to evacuation order
Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 09:47 AM
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...

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

Evacuation Alert - Gregoire Lake Estates, FMFN # 468, Anzac, Rickards Landing Industrial Park
Posted on Saturday, May 11, 2024 03:07 PM
(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...

Evacuation Alert - Fort McMurray, Saprae Creek
Posted on Friday, May 10, 2024 06:57 PM
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,...

Share your voice on youth issues in the region
Posted on Monday, April 29, 2024 01:19 PM
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...

Special Council Meeting, April 30, 2024
Posted on Friday, April 26, 2024 11:47 AM
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...