Waterfront Park is seeking public opinion on design ideas

Fort McMurray development supporting waterfront and downtown revitalization

(Fort McMurray, AB – June 14) – Have your say! The Waterfront Park is a highly anticipated development encouraging water connection and improving access to nature in the core of our community downtown. The design covers 6km of waterfront from the Athabasca Bridge to Horse Pasture Park in Waterways. The space will embrace natural elements, while strengthening new community gatherings in outdoor event spaces, connecting the waterfront through trails and pathways, encouraging play, and honoring the rich Indigenous and non-Indigenous history.

The Waterfront Park is part of the overall Waterfront Park Revitalization Project which is divided into two targeted areas. First, we engaged with residents on the Snye Point Outdoor Event Space this past March. Second, we are now seeking your feedback on design ideas for the remaining Waterfront Park area.

Engagement opportunities

Public engagement is open until June 30, 2021 with numerous ways to provide your feedback.

Online Survey
Phone Survey by calling PULSE at 780-743-7000 or toll-free 1-800-973-9663
Virtual Open Houses
- Thursday, June 17 Pre-register
- Thursday, June 24 Pre-register

Pre-registration is encouraged for the virtual open houses, however not mandatory.

Why is engaging residents important?

Public input is a critical component to create a community driven design. The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo encourages the public to provide their ideas, vision, and priorities for the development.

For more information about the Waterfront Park visit rmwb.ca/waterfront.