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Face coverings mandatory on transit, required in indoor public places if region reaches 50 cases

Council approves Face Covering Bylaw  

On Tuesday evening, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo Council passed the Face Covering Bylaw (No. 20/024). Certain exceptions...

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October 13 Council Meeting update

Limited public access available due to COVID-19 restrictions

Council Members will meet on October 13 through a combination of physical and virtual attendance. 

Meetings will...

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Engage one-on-one: Waterways, Ptarmigan Court, Draper

Call or email Pulse to confirm contact information

Community engagement about flood risk is continuing with property owners in Waterways, Ptarmigan Court and Draper.

• Visits to...

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Know the steps to keep you and your loved ones safe from fires

Fire Prevention Week 2020 kicks off

Fire Prevention Week 2020 is October 4–⁠10 and this year’s theme is fire safety in the kitchen. Every year, Regional Emergency Services (RES)...

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Speed limit reductions coming for roads surrounding high schools

Slow down! 30 km/hr school zones expanded to all high schools in Fort McMurray

All high schools in Fort McMurray will have active school zones with a speed limit of 30 km/hr...

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RACIDE Anti-Racism and Discrimination Survey

On June 23, Council made a motion asking the Regional Advisory Committee on Inclusion, Diversity, and Equality (RACIDE) to provide recommendations to tackling discrimination, addressing...

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New courses build cultural skills and Indigenous awareness

Municipality offers free, online Indigenous Learning Series

An online Indigenous Learning Series developed for municipal employees in Wood Buffalo is now being offered free to...

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Public input sought for new Community Standards Bylaw

Residents are encouraged to provide input on a new Community Standards Bylaw before it is presented to Council.

The Community Standards Bylaw will create regulations on a wide...

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Weigh in on guiding documents for the region

Residents invited to engage on Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw

Two key guiding documents are under development for the region, and the Municipality needs your input.

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RMWB Boards and Committees recruiting for new members

DEADLINE EXTENDED TO OCT. 30

Make an impact in your community, apply online today

Wood Buffalo residents looking to take part in decisions affecting the community can do so by...

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Mayor and Fire Chief bringing EMS Dispatch concerns to Edmonton

Meeting set with Minister of Health and Minister of Municipal Affairs Thursday

Mayor Don Scott and Regional Fire Chief Jody Butz will defend the municipality’s position against...

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Council sets direction to reduce flood risk

Berms, advocacy, new regulations, and engagement will be pursued

After several days of questions, debate, and public feedback, Council voted to complete berms where feasible and...

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Reminder: Pay property taxes by Sept. 30 to avoid late penalties

Residents and businesses are reminded to pay their 2020 property taxes and any outstanding balances by Sept. 30, 2020 to avoid late penalties. Property tax notices were mailed...

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Share your ideas for the Franklin and Main Park

Residents are invited to weigh in on the vision for the Franklin and Main Park in downtown Fort McMurray.

Feedback will be used to understand the priorities and specific requirements...

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Local artists asked to illuminate their talents

RMWB invites local multidisciplinary artists to submit proposals for igNIGHT 2020

Local artists, organizations and / or collectives from all disciplines are invited to submit proposals...

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