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Recruitment begins for local Wood Buffalo economic development board
Posted on Thursday, October 31, 2024 11:57 AM
Help drive regional growth and gain valuable experience; Apply by Nov. 17 at rmwb.ca/boards
(Fort McMurray, AB – Oct. 31, 2024) Applications are now being accepted for a new...
Give the gift of winter shoveling this season
Posted on Monday, October 28, 2024 09:55 AM
Sign up as a Snow Angel and be entered to win a brand-new snow blower!
For many community members, winter and snow means not being able to attend important medical...
Council will appoint new local economic development board to drive regional growth
Posted on Thursday, October 24, 2024 03:03 PM
Recruitment for new local board of directors to begin in coming weeks
In a strategic move to enhance economic growth, Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) Council is...
Council approves anti-racism policy; underlining commitment to fundamental rights for all
Posted on Wednesday, October 23, 2024 09:37 AM
Policy supported by community standards bylaw addressing harassment
Council approved a new organizational policy to support anti-racism within the Regional Municipality of...
Santa’s getting ready to parade down Franklin Avenue!
Posted on Monday, October 21, 2024 09:14 AM
Register a float or walking group in the Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus Parade and Council’s Starry Night holiday party are back on Dec. 7.
Santa and his helpers are busy...
All subzones relaxed as winter maintenance season begins
Posted on Tuesday, October 15, 2024 02:08 PM
As we’re enjoying a mild fall, now is the perfect time to plan ahead for winter maintenance parking restrictions. All Winter Maintenance Subzones (WMZ) are relaxed until...
Official candidate list for Ward 4 municipal byelection released
Posted on Tuesday, October 08, 2024 02:22 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – October 8, 2024) – The list of candidates for the Municipal Ward 4 byelection is now official. The official list (in alphabetical order) is as follows.
Fire Prevention Week highlights importance of smoke alarms
Posted on Thursday, October 03, 2024 08:55 AM
Exchange expired smoke alarms and CO alarms for free at Fire Hall 5 in Gregoire
Check your smoke alarm today – it could save your life.
Smoke alarms sense smoke well before you...
Join the Community Gathering and Walk to recognize National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Posted on Thursday, September 26, 2024 08:51 AM
Wear orange on Sept. 30 to honour and support Residential School Survivors, their families, communities and those who never returned home.
All are invited to join the...
Council breaks ground for new twin arena in Fort McMurray
Posted on Friday, September 20, 2024 03:48 PM
Mayor and Councillors celebrated alongside community members at the official groundbreaking ceremony for the Northside Twin Arena that took place earlier today at 117 Abraham...
Council approves final phase of permanent flood mitigation for Downtown Fort McMurray
Posted on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 10:00 AM
During their Sept.17 meeting, Council approved Administration’s recommendations for the construction of Reach 6. This marks a key milestone in finalizing permanent flood...
Businesses encouraged to get a registered address to avoid missing mail
Posted on Tuesday, September 17, 2024 03:27 PM
All businesses in the region must have a civic address registered with the Municipality. This helps people find your business location, including Canada Post and Regional...
Municipal Ward 4 byelection set for Nov. 4
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 11:21 AM
Council decided to hold a byelection in Ward 4 at its Sept. 10 meeting, with election day scheduled for Monday, Nov. 4, 2024.
The Ward 4 byelection is being called to fill the...
Council approves visionary plan to shape Wood Buffalo’s future
Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 08:41 AM
What will Wood Buffalo look like in 2044?
The newly approved Municipal Development Plan (MDP) offers a roadmap to answer that question. Approved by Council at their Sept 10...
Regional Emergency Services to host Community Pancake Breakfast
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 08:55 AM
All welcome to enjoy fun, free event at downtown Fire Hall 1
Regional Emergency Services is pleased to again invite to the community to a free pancake breakfast and fire hall...
More homes to receive bear-resistant garbage bins
Posted on Monday, September 09, 2024 01:46 PM
Homes in Draper, Gregoire Lake Estates, Anzac and certain streets in Fort McMurray will receive bins this year.
Over 1,400 bear-resistant garbage bins are being provided to...
Provincial funding to enhance Fort McKay’s water supply infrastructure
Posted on Thursday, September 05, 2024 01:01 PM
The Municipality has received $10M in grant funding through the Government of Alberta’s Drought and Flood Protection Program (DFPP) for the community of Fort McKay.
The funds...
Join an RMWB board or committee and help shape your community
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 03:14 PM
Get involved in your community while gaining valuable experience and networking with like-minded residents by applying to join a Council-appointed board or committee.
There...
Community Investment Program open for grant applications
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 09:45 AM
Information sessions to be held throughout September in Fort McMurray and rural communities
Community organizations, teams and individuals can now apply for 2025 grant funding...
Safety first as the new school year starts!
Posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 02:00 PM
Back to school means school zone speed restrictions will be in effect. Help keep students safe by following all signage, especially in school zones.
Expect increased vehicle...
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