News Releases

UPDATE May 29, 2024: all load limits have been lifted for the season. Beginning March 25, the load limits on municipal gravel roads are being lowered to 75 per cent of the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).

Residents encouraged to tag valuable property through free kit; register security camera locations in database. (Fort McMurray, AB – March 11, 2024) – A new high-tech tool to help police identify and return stolen property is being added to a growing crime prevention toolbox for RCMP and residents.

Mayor Sandy Bowman has issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Guy Boutilier, ECA:. “My thoughts, deepest sympathies and condolences are firmly with Gail, Mark, and the family and friends of Guy Boutilier, who sadly passed away on Friday morning.

Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant applications are now open for 2024. The Arts, Culture and Heritage Grant provides up to $5,000 for projects that create, inspire and preserve within the cultural landscape of Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo.

Updates to routes 7, 8, 12, 61, 91 and 92 take effect March 8. Starting Friday, March 8, additional evening service is being added on several key routes across Fort McMurray.

Check your Carbon Monoxide alarms today, and test them monthly. (Fort McMurray, AB – February 12, 2024) – A weekend incident that saw the temporary displacement of residents from a Timberlea apartment complex, is a reminder of the importance of carbon monoxide (CO) alarms, says Regional Fire Chief Jody Butz.

Shootout on the Snye, family-friendly activities and for 2024: special guests, Barbegazi!. Join us for some WinterPLAY fun from Feb.

Smoke may be visible during work at sites in Fort McMurray, Fort Chipewyan, Anzac and Janvier. (Fort McMurray, AB – Jan 26, 2024) – FireSmart Wood Buffalo is making several communities more resilient to wildfire this winter through vegetation management.

On January 6, the Community Investment Program Approval Committee (CIPAC) approved grants totaling more than $12 million for local non-profit organizations, individuals and athletes. “We are leaders across Alberta in supporting community organizations and partnerships, and it’s important we continue to enable their important contributions to everyone across the region,” said Mayor Sandy Bowman.

Volunteers and food vendors needed for WinterPLAY, Feb. 23 to March 3.