News Releases

As seen in posts shared on social media, a fire truck did get stuck briefly on Shalestone Way at the scene of the call. Firefighters provided emergency medical services, with an ambulance and fire truck dispatched.  In this case, RES personnel were able to care for the patient and did not require support from winter maintenance crews. 

This winter has brought much heavier snowfall than usual, and this week’s warm temperatures have made road conditions especially difficult for residents and winter maintenance operations.

Whether you are an off-highway vehicle (OHV) user or not, we want to hear about your experience with the Abasand OHV Pilot Project and thoughts on next steps. The pilot is currently scheduled to end May 1, 2026 and the Municipality has begun a two-year review and public check-in to help determine next steps. Your feedback will help inform whether the pilot should be adjusted, ended, or made permanent.  

Subzones 1 and 2 will be active from Jan.12-16 for snow removal operations, with on-street parking restrictions in effect 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Subzones 3 and 4 are expected to be activated Jan.19-23.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RWMB) has released its proposed 2026 budget of $661 million. The proposed budget is focused on sustainable management of municipal assets, strengthening partnerships and building meaningful connections with Indigenous communities, local business and non-profits while positioning the region for emerging opportunities.

Shootout on the Snye returns to WinterPLAY Feb. 20-22! Register before Jan. 21 and save $10! Final registration deadline is Feb. 2.

Help make Shootout on the Snye a success by signing up as a referee!

Referees are compensated $25 per 35-minute game.

Additional fundraising opportunities for groups and organizations will also be available throughout WinterPLAY with more details to be shared mid-January.

The Shootout on the Snye is part of the annual WinterPLAY event, which is one of the biggest community events of the year! There will be all kinds of free family-friendly activities, including fireworks, ice sculptures, horse drawn wagon rides, cultural programming and more!

Celebrate our northern spirit and enjoy outdoor activities at WinterPLAY from Feb. 20 – 24.

Learn more at rmwb.ca/WinterPLAY

A single storey house in the downtown area was seriously damaged by fire on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 4.  

While Santa is visiting the region, there will be temporary closures and adjustments to municipal services. As the holiday season approaches, people can expect adjusted schedules and temporary changes to some municipal services.

On Dec. 13, the Community Investment Program Approval Committee (CIPAC) approved and allocated grants totaling almost $7.5 million for local non-profit organizations, individual athletes or groups.

Every year, the Community Investment Program provides grant funding to help non-profit organizations deliver community programs, projects and events. The program also supports individual athletes or groups in amateur sport development, competing at a provincial, national or international level. Grant applications can be submitted in the fall for the upcoming year.  

Find a full list of approved grants and additional details at rmwb.ca/CIP. All application packages for approved grants will be available online shortly.

All subzones are relaxed over the holidays from Dec. 22-Jan. 2. Subzones 3 and 4 are expected to be active Jan. 5-9 for snow removal operations.