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Applications Open for New Board of Directors of Wood Buffalo Economic Development Fort McMurray, AB— The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is now accepting applications for the new board of directors for Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (WBEDT). This follows last week’s decision by the Municipal Council to dissolve the previous board consisting […]

Ward 4 By-Election in RMWB Set for Monday, Results Expected November 8 Fort McMurray, AB —Residents in Ward 4 of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) are preparing to elect a new municipal councillor in an upcoming by-election. Eligible voters from the Ward that includes Anzac, Conklin, Gregoire Lake Estates, and Janvier can cast […]

Fort McMurray School Support Staff Hold Vote as Possible Strike Looms Fort McMurray, AB—There are new developments in the potential strike by support staff with Fort McMurray’s Catholic and Public School Divisions. Earlier this month the Province’s Dispute Inquiry Board made recommendations aimed at ending the contract stalemate. The Canadian Union of Provincial Employees (CUPE) […]

Alberta’s Wildfire Season Closes After Challenging Year FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— As Alberta’s official wildfire season comes to a close, provincial officials are reflecting on a year marked by challenges, losses, and hard-earned successes. With over 1,200 fires recorded, more than half of which were caused by human activity, the season demanded extensive coordination and resilience […]

Arts Hub Project in Fort McMurray Receives $50,000 Boost from Birch Mountain Enterprises FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo received a major contribution to its Arts Inc. project this week. Birch Mountain Enterprises (BME) has donated $50,000 toward the development of a $16 million arts hub in downtown Fort McMurray. The project […]

US Imports of Canadian Crude Reach Record High The Trans Mountain Pipeline expansion is making a significant impact on Canada’s oil trade. The United States Energy Administration reported that crude oil imports from Canada reached an all-time high in July, with Americans purchasing 4.3 million barrels per day. This surge in demand is attributed to […]

Local Businesses Honored at Annual Fort McMurray Chamber Gala FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Over 300 people gathered at Keyano Theatre last weekend for the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce annual Business Awards Gala. During the celebration of local enterprise,16 awards were handed out recognizing achievements ranging from entrepreneurship to community impact. The Fort McKay First Nation […]

Health fair offers pregnancy and early childhood information. FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Alberta Health Services (AHS) is hosting a free prenatal information fair for expectant parents on Saturday, November 2nd, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Community Health Services clinic located at 113 Thickwood Boulevard.   Attendees can drop in to meet one-on-one with AHS experts […]

RMWB Promotes Halloween Safety with Fun Social Media Campaign The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is spreading safe Halloween tips through a humorous social media video featuring a dancing ghost and a pumpkin-headed municipal employee. Set to catchy, spooktacular music, the playful characters remind children to wear bright, high-visibility clothing and carry glow sticks […]

Fort McMurray Photographers Recognized at National Conference Two photographers from Fort McMurray were honoured with awards this week at the Professional Photographers of Canada’s “Light Matters” conference in Calgary. Sarah Fresz took home the Best-in-Class trophy for a wedding photo, marking the first time this award has been handed to a Fort McMurray photographer. Thomas […]