News Releases
Subscribe for RMWB updates
Stay up to date on the services, programs and projects in your neighbourhood!
WinterPLAY returns to the region on Feb. 20-24, with lots of family-friendly activities. Learn more at rmwb.ca/WinterPLAY.
A wide load of two modular homes is heading north on the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road on Friday morning, Feb. 13.
The road will be closed to southbound traffic from midnight to 10 a.m., and northbound drivers should also expect delays during this time.
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Boutilier as Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective March 9, 2026, following a competitive recruitment process.
Following five days of deliberations, Council has approved a $661 million Municipal Budget for the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo - balancing fiscal responsibility and operational stability with investments in growth and innovation.
The budget is comprised of $518.6 million for operations and $142.5 million to be transferred to reserves, primarily for capital purposes. The capital budget is $134.4 million with funding from grants and 2026 revenues.
Fort McMurray firefighters were able to rescue two dogs from a burning Timberlea area home early Saturday evening.
Subzones 1 and 2 will be active from Feb. 9-13 for snow removal operations, with on-street parking restrictions in effect 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Vehicles left in active subzones or where temporary no parking signs are posted are subject to a $120 Notice of Violation plus towing fees.
Warm weather means a daytime load limit of 5,000 kg will be in effect on Wednesday, Feb. 4 for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road and the La Loche Winter Trail. This weight restriction is needed to limit damage to the roads.
Traffic will be restricted to light vehicles only (5,000 kg) from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Wednesday. The limit will go back to 45,000 kg after 10 p.m. for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road and 27,500 kg for the La Loche Winter Trail.
Crews are getting closer to completing snow removal at least once this winter on all streets in the Winter Maintenance Zone (WMZ) program. This does not mean that work is finished, as snow removal operations continue in all subzones, prioritizing streets in most need of maintenance if access is available.
A Special Council Meeting is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. on Feb. 3, 2026 in Council Chambers to consider a Chief Administrative Officer Recruitment Update, in camera pursuant to sections 20(4) and 22(1) of the Access to Information Act.
Subzones 3 and 4 will be active from Feb. 2-6 for snow removal operations, with on-street parking restrictions in effect 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Subscribe for RMWB updates
Stay up to date on the services, programs and projects in your neighbourhood!
This website uses cookies to enhance usability and provide you with a more personal experience. By using this website, you agree to our use of cookies as explained in our Privacy Policy.