Posts by Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Enter to win an emergency car kit by submitting a photo at rmwb.ca/EmergencyPreparedness

A cleared walkway or driveway can make a big difference. Snow Angel volunteers help our neighbours stay connected, independent, and able to leave their house for essential needs. 

Every volunteer matters – sign up as an individual or as part of a team (with friends, coworkers or fellow athletes) at rmwb.ca/snowangels.

Council has approved the operating plan for the Fort McMurray Heritage Village and Heritage Shipyard, paving the way for the return of public programming and visitor experiences that celebrate the region’s rich history.

Take a free opportunity to get rid of your old electronics, fuels, chemicals and other household hazardous items at the annual Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Roundup! 

An updated vision for active aging in Wood Buffalo was launched on Friday with the release of the new Wood Buffalo Age-Friendly Work Plan at the Golden Year’s Society.

Seniors, Elders, community partners and members of RMWB Council were present at the launch of the plan, which highlights goals, proposed actions, and strategic partners for each identified local priority.

Grant applications are now being accepted for the 2027 Community Investment Program (CIP) grant cycle.

CIP grant opportunities are available for registered non-profits, individuals, teams and groups. 

The deadline to apply is Sept. 30 at 4:30 p.m.

On Aug. 25, 2026, Bylaw Services executed a search warrant under the Alberta Animal Protection Act for a home in Gregoire, where 97 small breed dogs were found to be living inside. All 97 dogs were rescued by Animal Control and put into the care of the Fort McMurray SPCA. The investigation is ongoing, and charges are pending for the individual who was onsite where the dogs were found. 

Council has taken an important step to make residential garbage drop-off free at the landfill, which would take effect once the Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw is amended in the coming weeks. 

Council passed a motion at its Aug. 25 meeting directing RMWB administration to bring forward a bylaw amendment which, once approved by Council, will allow free disposal of residential garbage at the landfill.