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Fire Bans lifted in Fort McMurray
Posted on Thursday, August 01, 2024 04:03 PM
Residents encouraged to be wildfire safe and keep informed this summer
The municipality has lifted the Fire Ban for the urban service area of Fort McMurray. The fire ban for...
Wood Buffalo Mural Fest to bring pops of colour to region
Posted on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 09:08 AM
Mural events and community gatherings will take place from August to October
Wood Buffalo Mural Fest is here to brighten up Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo!
Ranging from locations in Parsons...
Come together and “Show your love for Jasper” with messages of hope
Posted on Monday, July 29, 2024 01:26 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – July 29, 2024) – Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo residents know first-hand what it’s like to experience the lasting impacts of wildfire. As fellow Albertans...
Evacuation Alert lifted for Janvier
Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024 08:11 AM
The Evacuation Alert for the hamlet of Janvier has been lifted. Alberta Wildfire has made significant progress on containing Wildfire LWF-136 (part of the Kettle River...
Alberta Transportation reopens Highway 881
Posted on Thursday, July 18, 2024 02:36 PM
Alberta Transportation has reopened Highway 881 in both directions.
The highway had been closed from kilometre 213 to kilometre 241 north of Janvier, due to nearby wildfire...
Alberta Transportation closes Highway 881 from kilometre 213 to 241 due to nearby wildfires
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:09 PM
Alberta Transportation has closed Highway 881 from kilometre 213 to kilometre 241 (north of Janvier) due to nearby wildfire LWF-136 and other wildfires in the area. This...
Evacuation Alert - Janvier
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 06:36 PM
Janvier residents should be ready to leave on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued for the hamlet of Janvier, due to nearby wildfires, LWF-136 and LWF 142....
Mayor's statement: Municipal flags at half-mast in memory of Doug Faulkner, former Mayor
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 02:25 PM
Mayor Sandy Bowman has issued the following statement on the passing of Doug Faulkner, former Mayor:
“We express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Doug...
FireSmart Interpretive Trail officially opened in Fort McMurray
Posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 01:50 PM
Explore the trail to learn about the boreal forest and managing wildfire risk
A new interpretive trail showcasing the connections between the boreal forest, wildfires, and...
Municipality adopts three additional Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action
Posted on Thursday, July 11, 2024 09:18 AM
At last night’s Council meeting, the Responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo – 2023 Annual Update was shared....
Municipality enacts Fire Ban in Fort McMurray, in alignment with Provincial Fire Ban
Posted on Wednesday, July 10, 2024 03:57 PM
OHV use prohibited on Abasand roads during Fire Ban; Conditions extremely dry
A Fire Ban is now in place for the Urban Service Area of Fort McMurray. The Municipal Fire Ban...
Special Council Meeting - July 10
Posted on Tuesday, July 09, 2024 06:58 PM
Due to a power outage, the July 9 Council meeting has been cancelled and rescheduled for July 10 at 3 p.m.
The same agenda from the July 9 Council meeting will be in place for...
Motion to make Councillors full-time defeated
Posted on Thursday, July 04, 2024 02:11 PM
At last night’s special Council meeting, the motion to make all RMWB Councillors full-time was reconsidered and defeated.
This means that all RMWB Councillors will go back to...
Regional Fire Chief Statement - 50th Anniversary of Fort McMurray Fire Department
Posted on Thursday, July 04, 2024 08:25 AM
As the Fort McMurray Fire Department celebrates this noteworthy anniversary, it is my honour to offer a few words to acknowledge the dedicated and brave people who built and...
Notice of Special Meeting-July 3, 2024
Posted on Thursday, June 27, 2024 04:01 PM
June 27, 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 at...
Canada Day celebrations and service updates
Posted on Thursday, June 27, 2024 11:34 AM
Parade starts at 10:30 a.m. July 1. Landfill is now closed on statutory holidays and more important updates
The sun is out and the Canada Day long weekend is right around the...
School’s out! Explore a new playground, trail, or spray-park this summer!
Posted on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 02:34 PM
Summer is here and there’s plenty to do across the region to enjoy those long days while school is out!
Over 100 parks and facilities to enjoy this summerThere’s no better way...
Celebrate Canada Day together
Posted on Monday, June 24, 2024 10:00 AM
Enjoy the Canada Day Parade – safely – on July 1 at 10:30 a.m.
Canada Day is right around the corner and there are lots of great community events and activities happening on...
Howard Pew Park Concession looking for a seasonal vendor
Posted on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 01:34 PM
The Municipality has an exciting opportunity for a local vendor!
J. Howard Pew Park concession stand will be available to a local vendor for exclusive use for the whole of the...
Provincial EMS dispatch centre re-established in Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo
Posted on Tuesday, June 18, 2024 09:21 AM
Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) have officially opened a provincial EMS dispatch call centre, bringing it online today.
This...
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