Posts by Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Notice of development permits for July 30, 2026, with appeals to be filed by Aug. 20, 2026.

Do you have a creative project that you need support for? You may be eligible for an Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant that provides up to $5,000 for arts, culture and heritage-related projects in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo.

The Municipality is recruiting members for the Animal Welfare Advisory Committee and the Community Investment Program Approval Committee this summer. 

Apply to join by August 23 at rmwb.ca/boards

The Animal Welfare Advisory Committee is a new committee that will provide expert advice to Council on animal welfare matters, including the health, safety and humane treatment of domestic and companion animals.

The Community Investment Program Approval Committee approves and allocates grants to local non-profit organizations. Two Council members will be supported by nine community members, including:

This is your guide to fun and safe OHV adventures in Fort McMurray.  Work is progressing on a new OHV pilot project but it is not in place right now. Currently, OHV use is not allowed anywhere in Fort McMurray except for municipal roads in Abasand.  

Feedback from rural residents will be collected until Sept. 21 to inform and shape the new policy.

Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) has lifted the Do Not Consume Water Advisory for infants, children up to 13 years of age and pregnant women in Fort McKay, confirming that tap water is safe for everyone. Comprehensive water testing confirms manganese levels are below the Health Canada limits.

Members of the Fort McKay First Nation, Fort McKay Métis Nation and all residents in Fort McKay using the municipal water system should run their taps for 10-15 minutes to clear the water lines in their home.

Is there a beautiful garden or floral display in your neighbourhood that brightens up your day every time you pass by?  Recognize and thank these talented residents or businesses for beautifying the community through the Nominate your Neighbour program!

Whether it’s a colourful front yard, a deck filled with blooming flowerpots, or a thriving garden, let’s honour the creativity, hard work and maintenance that goes into keeping Wood Buffalo beautiful.

Nominating is easy, simply upload a photo of the home or business you want to recognize at rmwb.ca/NYN.

Apply to join the Mayor's Advisory Council on Youth (MACOY) if you are entering grade 9-12 this fall.

Last year, MACOY members went on a bus tour around Fort McMurray to learn about municipal
services and meet the people who support those services. This included going to the Material
Recovery Facility, the Regional Emergency Coordination Centre, Transit Station, and the Water
Treatment Plant. MACOY members also participated in mock Council meetings to learn more
about processes in municipal government and volunteered at various events, like igNIGHT and
Santa’s Village.

If you’re ready to give a voice to youth in the region, meet new people and build valuable skills for
your future, apply online by Aug. 10 at rmwb.ca/MACOY.

Celebrate Canada Day with neighbours, friends and family at the parade and free community events with activities for all ages. Show your Canadian spirit by wearing red, white and orange!

Local First Nation and Métis youth athletes, community builders and local legends were honoured at the Indigenous Sports Gallery ceremony Thursday night. 

The ceremony was held at the Nikinan Community Centre on Fort McMurray 468 First Nation traditional territory.