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Election Day is here and it’s time to vote, Wood Buffalo!

Polls are open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Ride for free on RMWB Transit routes to help you get there and cast your ballot.

Find details about voting locations, ID requirements and who’s running at rmwb.ca/election

The Municipality does not expect results to be available on election night. Ongoing vote tallies will also not be available. The unofficial election results are anticipated to be released on Tuesday, Oct. 21.

Development Permit updates for October 30, 2025 

An unattended candle in a bedroom is the suspected cause of a late afternoon fire that gutted a Timberlea home yesterday

The Winter Maintenance Zone (WMZ) program officially begins today with all winter maintenance subzones relaxed until further notice. When subzones are relaxed, on-street parking restrictions are not in effect. Residents are encouraged to sign up for WMZ alerts delivered straight to their inbox.

A development opportunity located in downtown Fort McMurray in the Central Business District is now available for proposals. This 0.54 acre parcel is prominently located on the corner of Franklin Ave. and Morrison St. with immediate access to Highway 63 and zoned for mixed-use development.

Fort McMurray firefighters and fire investigators responded to a serious early morning fire on Fireweed Crescent. No residents were home at the time. One firefighter sustained injuries during the response and was transported to hospital for treatment