COVID-19 Response
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo continues to monitor the on-going COVID-19 pandemic in the region and the province. We continue to follow the direction of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer of Health as the leading authority and trusted information source on the COVID-19 response. Factual, up-to-date information continues to be available on the Government of Alberta website, alberta.ca/covid19. For information on the COVID-19 response in the region, review the sections below.
Face Coverings Mandatory on Public Transit
As of March 1, face coverings are still mandatory on public transit for residents who are 13 or older. In accordance with Step 2 of the Government of Alberta's plan to ease COVID-19 restrictions, mask mandates are still in place for public transit, continuing care centers and AHS-operated facilities across the province. Continuous masking must also be practiced for up to 5 days following mandatory isolation due to COVID infection for vaccinated individuals. Learn more at alberta.ca/masks.
Alberta's Vaccine Program
All COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and save lives. The vaccines help prevent you from getting infected and protect you from getting severely sick if you do get the virus. All eligible Albertans are encouraged to take the COVID-19 vaccine. Everyone 18+ can now get a booster shot five months after their second dose. Learn more at alberta.ca/vaccine.
Vaccine Information
The Government of Alberta’s Vaccine Program continues to be well underway.
Everyone 5+ can now get vaccinated. Albertans can book online, call 811 or visit your nearest walk-in clinic.
Albertans 18+ are now eligible for a third dose if it has been 5 months since their second dose.
COVID-19 vaccines help prevent you from getting infected and protect you from getting severely sick if you do get COVID-19. All vaccines are safe, effective and save lives.
To learn more about the vaccine program or to book your appointment, visit alberta.ca/vaccine or call 811.
Local vaccination clinics
| Fort McMurray |
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An AHS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic is located in Fort McMurray at 105-108 Wolverine Drive (Thickwood Medical Plaza) for both vaccine appointments walk-ins for the following age groups:
Find specific hours of operation for the clinic here. |
| Anzac |
An AHS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic is located in Anzac at 237 Stony Mountain Road (Anzac Recreation Centre) for walk-ins for the following age group:
Find specific hours of operation for the clinic here. |
| Conklin |
An AHS COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic is located in Conklin at 244 Northland Drive (Conklin Multiplex) for walk-ins for the following age group:
Find specific hours of operation for the clinic here. |
Vaccine records
The Government of Alberta provides your official vaccine records at MyHealth Records.
Face Covering Information
As of March 1, face coverings are still mandatory on public transit for residents who are 13 or older. In accordance with Step 2 of the Government of Alberta's plan to ease COVID-19 restrictions, mask mandates are still in place for public transit, continuing care centers and AHS-operated facilities across the province. Continuous masking must also be practiced for up to 5 days following mandatory isolation due to COVID infection for vaccinated individuals. Learn more at alberta.ca/masks.
Municipal Face Covering Bylaw
On June 22, 2021 Council voted to repeal the Face Covering Bylaw (No. 20/024), meaning this municipal bylaw is no longer in effect, even if there are 50 or more COVID-19 cases in the region.
However, face coverings continue to be mandatory in select situations under the province-wide requirement. As of March 1, face coverings are mandatory in:
- Public transit for residents 13 and older, including ride shares, taxis, motor coaches and shuttles
- Continuing care settings
- AHS-operated and contracted facilities
Learn more about province-wide requirements.
How to properly discard your mask
Help keep our community clean by properly discarding your disposable mask in a lined garbage bin at home or in one of the many garbage receptacles in the region.
- Discard your disposable masks in a garbage bin after use.
- Please do not place them in the recycling bin.
- Remember to wash your hands after before and after you remove your mask.
For more information on sorting your waste, visit rmwb.ca/sorting.
Enforcement
To report an infraction to a provincial Public Health Order, click here.
Provincial Restrictions
On February 9, 2022, the Government of Alberta announced a three step plan for easing provincial public health measures. At this time, Alberta is in Step 2. As of March 1, this means the provincial mask mandate is lifted except for in continuing care settings, AHS-operated and contracted facilities and on public transit for Albertans 13 and older.
Learn more about the Government of Alberta's three step plan here.
Community Updates
Based on information provided by the Chief Medical Officer of Health during live briefings, the RMWB prepares regular Community Updates that include information on local case numbers, outbreaks and measures. Updates are posted here after most briefings.
Municipal Closures and Service Interruptions
Some municipal spaces and services have been impacted by COVID-19.
| Parks, trails and green spaces |
| At this time, parks and trails continue to remain open. Please follow all public health guidelines including physical distancing and proper hand hygiene. Do not use parks and recreation spaces if you are sick.
Benches, tables, playgrounds and park amenities are not sanitized. Use at your own risk. |
| Municipal facilities |
| At this time, Municipal facilities and buildings are closed to the public. Services can be accessed online on our website.
Bill and/or fine payments can be paid at pay.rmwb.ca or contact Pulse. You can apply for permits at rmwb.ca/epermitting. |
You can find updates and information about changes to spaces and services in the following places.
- News section on RMWB website
- Facebook page
- Twitter page
- Signs at municipal spaces
You may also contact PULSE.
Information for Business
| Government of Alberta restrictions |
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COVID-19 restrictions, put in place by the Government of Alberta, may impact the operation of your business. Find full details on all current restrictions at alberta.ca/covid19. |
| Financial support |
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Funding was made available by the Government of Alberta for small and medium-sized businesses, co-ops and non-profits impacted by COVID-19. Check the status of your application. |
Resources and Support
Resources and support are available to you.
| Federal and provincial support programs |
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Federal and Provincial support and resources are available for residents, First Nations, local businesses and community organizations affected by COVID-19. |
| Language resources |
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Alberta Health Services has compiled multilingual resources for COVID-19. Here are some key resources available in multiple languages: |
| Other resources |