State of Local Emergency
A State of Location Emergency (SOLE) is now in effect. Learn more.
Vaccine Information
Starting May 10, anyone who is 12 years of age or older will be eligible for a vaccine. If you are eligible, please take this opportunity to get your vaccine as soon as possible. Find out how you can get your vaccine at aleberta.ca/vaccine.
Face Coverings Mandatory
Face coverings are mandatory in all indoor public places and public vehicles. Learn more at rmwb.ca/facecoverings.
COVID-19 Response
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo continues 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 region’s COVID-19 response.
Factual, up-to date information will continue to be available on the AHS website, alberta.ca/covid19.
State of Local Emergency
To prevent the continued spread of COVID-19, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has declared a State of Local Emergency (SOLE). The SOLE was enacted on April 26, 2021.
The SOLE will support Council action to prevent the spread of the virus, protect the local health care system and deal with other local challenges and risks. On April 27, the Chief Administrative Officer and the Director of Emergency Management provided recommendations to council as information. Read the report here.
The expansion of vaccine distribution to the region was requested, and the Government of Alberta announced increased doses and lowered eligibility age for those living in the region. All residents who are 18 years of age or older are now eligible to receive their vaccine. Learn more about eligibility and booking here.
The municipality continues to work diligently with local, provincial and federal authorities on preparedness and prevention measures to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
Community Updates
Based on information provided by the Chief Medical Officer of Health during weekly live briefings, the RMWB prepares regular Community Updates that include information on local case numbers, outbreaks and measures. Updates are posted here after most live, weekday briefings.
Provincial Restrictions
The Government of Alberta continues to provide direction on the response to COVID-19 in the province.
At this time, province-wide restrictions remain in place by the Government of Alberta to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and protect the health care system. The Government of Alberta is taking a phased approach to easing restrictions through the Path Forward Plan.
Currently, Alberta is in Step 1 of the Path Forward Plan.
Find details on provincial restrictions at alberta.ca/covid19.
Municipal Closures and Service Interruptions
Some municipal spaces and services have been impacted by COVID-19 and Government of Alberta restrictions.
| Parks, trails and green spaces |
| At this time, parks and trails 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 this 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 is available for small and medium-sized businesses, co-ops and non-profits impacted by COVID-19 to offset a portion of their costs. Learn more about the Small and Medium Enterprise Relaunch Grant. |
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Face Covering Bylaw - required signage |
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When the Municipal Face Covering Bylaw is active, businesses are required to display signage in entrances of their business or vehicle for hire. Signage for the Face Covering Bylaw is available in eight different languages. Please select one or more of the following signs to download, print and display at the entrance of your business or public vehicle. |
Face Covering Requirement
Under the latest Public Health Order from the Government of Alberta, face coverings are mandatory within all indoor public places and workplaces in Alberta. Learn more here.
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
Those who violate a public health order could be subject to a $1,000 fine.
If you are concerned someone is not following public health orders, you can:
- remind them that not following orders is against the law and puts people at risk
- submit a complaint to one of the following:
- Bylaw Services through Pulse
- Call Pulse at 780-743-7000 or submit online at pulse.rmwb.ca.
- Alberta Health Services public health inspector
- Submit a complaint online
- Call 1-833-415-9179
- Bylaw Services through Pulse
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 |