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Community comes together to protect and support Fort Chipewyan
Posted on Wednesday, June 28, 2023 09:54 AM
Over the past four weeks, an incredible amount of work was done to protect Fort Chipewyan and support approximately 1000 community members who left and have now returned home...

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-June 20, 2023
Posted on Wednesday, June 14, 2023 02:54 PM
June 19, 2023
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...

Notice of Special Meeting- In Camera-May 30, 2023.
Posted on Monday, May 29, 2023 03:30 PM
May 29, 2023
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 at...

2023 property tax notices are on the way
Posted on Friday, May 26, 2023 08:54 AM
Check the mail for important property tax information. Over 35,000 notices were mailed this week to residential and commercial property owners in the Municipality.
Paying your...

National Indigenous History Month-a time to reflect, learn and share
Posted on Thursday, May 25, 2023 08:30 AM
Indigenous culture, traditions and teachings will be highlighted throughout June as we celebrate National Indigenous History Month (NIHM). The month-long series of events...

Mark your calendar and gather your clutter: summer waste disposal events announced
Posted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 09:02 AM
Spring cleaning is easier with heavy item pickup, big bin events and yard waste collection!
Take advantage of these free programs which will tidy up your home.
Register for...

Key to the Region awarded to Mr. Guy Choquet
Posted on Thursday, May 18, 2023 03:02 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – May 18, 2023) – Mayor Sandy Bowman officially presented Mr. Guy Choquet with the Key to the Region on Wednesday night.
The Key to the Region is an award...

Let’s celebrate Canada Day together!
Posted on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 03:05 PM
Floats and walking groups needed for the parade – register today!
Family, friends, and neighbours, get ready to line the sidewalks of Franklin Avenue with red, white and...

Seniors and Elders’ Week kicks-off with Opening Ceremonies and Council’s Luncheon
Posted on Monday, May 15, 2023 11:39 AM
News Releases Events and Involvement Community Services and Social Support Mayor, Council and Administration
Elders and community members 65 or older encouraged to register for luncheon on June 5
Mayor and Councillors are inviting Elders and community members 65 years of age or older...

Notice of Special Council Meeting-May 16, 2023
Posted on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 03:43 PM
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 at 4:00 p.m....

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-May 10, 2023
Posted on Wednesday, May 10, 2023 09:03 AM
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING:
Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA.2000 c.M-26, we, as members of the Emergency Advisory Committee, hereby agree to hold a...

It’s Time to Read: Join a special evening with author Cody Caetano
Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 11:06 AM
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...

Raising awareness while walking for victims and survivors of crime
Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 08:30 AM
Everyone is invited to join the Victims and Survivors of Crime Walk on May 12 at Syne Park. The event starts at 11a.m. at the memorial bench at Snye Park, with an Indigenous...

Mayors continue to highlight critical issues with provincial EMS dispatch
Posted on Monday, May 01, 2023 04:23 PM
(Red Deer, Alberta) – January 19 marked two years since the transition of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) dispatch from the municipalities of Calgary, Lethbridge, Red Deer,...

Regional Fire Chief urges caution as wildfire risk rises in Fort McMurray- Wood Buffalo
Posted on Friday, April 28, 2023 04:34 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – April 28, 2023) – With climbing temperatures, the wildfire risk is rising in the region.
Please note: This advisory was upgraded to a Fire Restriction on...

Regional Emergency Services recruiting for firefighters, paramedics
Posted on Friday, April 28, 2023 10:01 AM
Interested applicants encouraged to apply online by May 28, join virtual information session
(Fort McMurray, AB – April 28, 2023) – Recruitment is now open for exciting and...

Transit Master Plan approved by Council
Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 03:08 PM
On demand pilot routes included in first phase of Transit Master Plan
A vision for the future of Wood Buffalo’s public transit system was approved at Tuesday’s Council meeting...

Council sets 2023 municipal property tax rates
Posted on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 08:46 AM
RMWB Council approved the 2023 Property Tax Rate Bylaw at their April 25 meeting. The bylaw is essential for completing the work set out in this year’s budget including...

Controlled burns planned to reduce wildfire risk in Fort McMurray
Posted on Monday, April 24, 2023 03:41 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – April 24, 2023) – Regional Emergency Services (RES) will begin controlled burns this week as part of the Municipality’s wildfire mitigation strategy....

Downtown Community Cleanup event postponed to Friday, April 21
Posted on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 09:07 AM
The Downtown Community Cleanup event at Kiyām Park has been postponed to Friday, April 21 from 12 – 2 p.m., due to the current weather conditions. The event was originally...