News Releases

Fort McMurray firefighters were dispatched to Cree Road shortly before midnight, May 27 after a 911 caller reported the back side of a mobile home on fire.  

The FireSmart Home Rebate Program provides grants to eligible homeowners who have received a FireSmart home assessment and have completed the recommended work. Supported by the Municipality and the Canadian Red Cross, the program is available for all communities in the region.

RMWB Council celebrated alongside municipal employees at the official opening of the Public Works North Operations Centre earlier today. Located at 24 Silin Forest Road, the facility.

Mayor and Councillors are inviting Elders and community members 65 years of age or older to join them for good food and great company on June 6 at the CNOOC Fieldhouse at MacDonald Island. The luncheon will celebrate the contributions that seniors and Elders make to Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo.

RMWB Council celebrated alongside municipal employees at the official opening of the Public Works North Operations Centre earlier today.

Located at 24 Silin Forest Road, the facility represents a critical investment in the future of public services in Fort McMurray. It gives employees and the community a public works facility that is functional, efficient and visually appealing.

Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c. M-26, a Special Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to take place at 4 p. m.

Register a parade float or walking group by June 16. Showcase your community spirit with a float or walking group in the Canada Day Parade on July 1 at 10:30 a. m.

Now that the weather has warmed up, summer construction season is in full swing in the RMWB. This year, the Municipality is continuing to advance several key projects including the completion of the Saunderson Pressure Reducing Station, Conklin Water Treatment Plant upgrades and the Fort McKay Community Centre.

The Municipality is launching the Home Fire Safety Program this month and is reminding all residents to check batteries and the manufacture date on their smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. Free home assessments, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms offered.

Fort McMurray firefighters responded to an illegal fire in Abasand at the site of a former oil sands plant on Sunday night, May 18.