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Municipal initiatives highlighted on National Indigenous Languages Day
Posted on Wednesday, March 31, 2021 08:30 AM
Traffic signage, corporate signature plans mark ongoing RMWB commitment
(Fort McMurray, AB – March 31, 2021) – The Municipality continues to work with communities and partners...

Residents can apply for RMWB’s Backyard Hens Pilot Project
Posted on Monday, March 29, 2021 03:20 PM
Pilot project is limited to 50 properties and will run for two years
On March 23, 2021, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo’s (RMWB) Council passed Bylaw No. 21/006 – Backyard...

Draper connector road ready for April 1
Posted on Friday, March 26, 2021 09:10 AM
Temporary road is part of river breakup preparedness
A temporary connector road is being constructed between Draper Road and Saline Creek Drive to create an alternative route for...

RMWB reminds residents to keep a safe distance from temporary flood mitigation measures
Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2021 04:27 PM
Public safety and protection of property remain the top priorities
(Fort McMurray, AB – March 25, 2021) – As part of the regular monitoring and inspection process of the Municipality’s...

Free virtual workshops for youth explore the arts and focus on mental health
Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2021 10:37 AM
MACOY presents Unity Within Our Community workshops to connect local youth
Local youth from age six to 17 are invited to participate in free virtual workshops that explore...

Municipal Face Covering Bylaw re-activated
Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 06:28 PM
Province-wide face covering requirement continues to be in effect
On Wednesday, March 24, Alberta Health Services reported 52 active COVID-19 cases in the Regional Municipality...

Artists residing in Alberta asked to showcase their talents
Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 01:12 PM
RMWB invites multidisciplinary artists to submit proposals for igNIGHT 2021
Multidisciplinary artists, organizations and / or collectives from all disciplines are invited...
Local non-profits to receive $3.9 million under the 2021-2022 Community Plan on Homelessness Grant
Posted on Wednesday, March 24, 2021 09:04 AM
RMWB Council allocates funds to Centre of Hope, Salvation Army, Wood Buffalo Wellness Society and YMCA of Northern Alberta
At the March 23, 2021 council meeting, the Regional Municipality...
Implementation of temporary flood protection measures continue as river breakup approaches
Posted on Friday, March 19, 2021 08:57 PM
For everyone’s safety, please follow all posted signage and do not enter closed areas
In the coming days, crews will continue building temporary clay berms and filling gaps in...

River Breakup Community Townhall March 18
Posted on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 01:12 PM
Participate in the discussion and ask questions over the phone or online
Community members are invited to a river breakup virtual community townhall on Thursday, March 18 at 6:00...

Communities disappointed in defeated vote to reverse EMS Dispatch centralization
Posted on Tuesday, March 16, 2021 09:35 AM
(Red Deer, Alberta) – For the health and safety of all Albertans, the Mayors of Calgary, Lethbridge, Red Deer, with support from the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, express...

RMWB seeking public feedback on Snye Point Outdoor Event Space
Posted on Monday, March 15, 2021 10:10 AM
The RMWB invites the public to provide their feedback on the design of the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space as part of waterfront park planning and revitalization.
The Waterfront...

Flood recovery continues to move ahead in Draper and Ptarmigan Court
Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2021 09:44 AM
Development of grant programs underway
Surveying for grant program development is ongoing in Draper while next steps for property owners in Ptarmigan Court move forward.
Ptarmigan...

Municipality launches river breakup campaign
Posted on Wednesday, March 10, 2021 09:04 AM
Download these smartphone apps: Alertable, Alberta Emergency Alerts and Alberta Rivers
As river breakup approaches, community members are reminded to be aware, prepare and stay...

Clearwater Drive closing for flood preparedness
Posted on Friday, March 05, 2021 11:55 AM
Franklin Avenue remains open
Starting March 8, 2021, select road and trails will begin to be closed as part of flood preparedness for river breakup.
Access to all homes and...