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Subzones 3 and 4 active March 20 – 24 for snow removal operation

Watch for equipment on Primary and Secondary Routes in Thickwood

Subzones 3 and 4 will be active March 20 – 24 as crews continue snow removal operations. Parking restrictions...

Municipality taking steps to encourage responsible Off-Highway Vehicle use

Work is underway to improve the OHV experience for riders and residents. At Tuesday’s meeting, Council supported the implementation of two new initiatives: an updated Bylaw...

Draper flood accommodation and OHV use highlight March 14 Council Agenda

Interested individuals or groups can register as a delegate

Residents will have the opportunity to learn more about the Municipality’s plans for Draper flood accommodation and...

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-March 9, 2023

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

 

Pursuant to Section 194 of theMunicipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c.M-26, a Special In Camera Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to take place at...

WinterPLAY 2023 enjoyed by thousands at the Snye and Borealis Park

Friends, family and neighbours celebrated the joys of winter over more than a week of fun at WinterPLAY, from Feb. 24 - March 5.

Families rode on dog sleds or horse-drawn...

Council approves $5.3 million in funding for local non-profits to support homelessness initiatives

The Centre of Hope, Salvation Army, Wood Buffalo Wellness Society and YMCA of Northern Alberta will receive funding for housing programs

At the February 28, 2023 Council...

Annual river breakup preparations begin in March

Fewer temporary measures needed as permanent flood mitigation projects completed

Temporary flood mitigation measures to help protect homes and businesses during river breakup...

Notice of Public Hearing-Bylaw No.23/003-March 14, 2023

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

TAKE NOTICEthat Council of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. in the Jubilee...

Fall in love with winter at WinterPLAY - Feb. 24 to March 5

Shootout on the Snye, skating, dog sled rides, horse drawn wagon rides, ice sculptures, fireworks and more!

 You’re invited to join the WinterPLAY fun Feb. 24 to March 5 at...

Assessment notices are on their way to property owners in the RMWB

Appeals must be filed by April 18

If you own property in the region, you will be receiving your assessment notice by mail in the next few days. Over 31,000 notices were issued...

Council approves historic agreement with Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation

(Fort McMurray AB – February 9, 2023) A new agreement between the Municipality and a First Nation is a significant step towards the creation of the first urban reserve in...

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-February 15, 2023

NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

 

Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000 c.M-26, a Special in Camera Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to take place...

Post-secondary students: the RMWB is hiring!

Are you currently enrolled in full-time post-secondary education and seeking professional work experience this summer? The Municipality is hiring 50 students for summer employment...

The Wood Buffalo RCMP 2023-2024 Policing Priorities survey is online

Provide your feedback – Survey closes March 10

Each year the municipality partners with Wood Buffalo RCMP to help align policing priorities with people who live, work and play...

Fort Chipewyan Winter Road load limit increasing to 45,000 kg as of noon, Feb. 1

Motorists are reminded to plan ahead, drive to conditions and follow all posted signage

Effective Feb. 1 at 12 p.m., the load limit for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is increasing...