Canada welcomes record number of newcomers in 2022
This past year had Canada setting a record for the number of newcomers to our country. Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) welcomed 431…
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Deadline approaching for Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy Grant
Time is running out for employers to apply for the Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy Grant. The Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy is a program that helps employe…
Fort Chipewyan Winter Road load limit increased to 15,000 kg
The RMWB is increasing the winter road load limit to Fort Chipewyan. Vehicles that weigh less than 15,000 kg will now be allowed to travel on the rout…
RMWB opens Christmas Tree disposal sites across Fort McMurray
With Christmas behind us and many people wondering what to do with their live trees, the Municipality has opened seven different drop-off locations. T…
RCMP investigating vandalism to transit shelters across Fort McMurray
Wood Buffalo RCMP is investigating the vandalism to 23 transit shelters across the region. RMWB Transit reported to the police, the damage to the bus …
RMWB open to numerous free winter activities
The RMWB has been busy getting its outdoor recreation spaces ready to go. The Abasand, Waterways, Stone Creek, and Syncrude Athletic Park rinks are no…
AHS looking for feedback on state of healthcare in the region
Alberta Health Services wants to hear from you on the state of healthcare in our region. The Wood Buffalo Health Advisory Council is hosting a virtual…
Fatal accident partly closes Highway 2 near Airdrie
Fog and weather are believed to be a factor in a fatal accident on Highway 2. A 20-vehicle pile-up killed one and injured nine people on Tuesday night…
Electricity rebates extended to April through Affordability Action Plan
The Alberta Government is giving you a $75 rebate on your January and February utility bills, and a $25 rebate on your March and April Utility bills. …
Transit, WMZ, other services adjusted over the holidays
The RMWB is making a few changes to services during the holiday season. For Transit users, routes 11, 12, 15, 16, and 99 will be available and operati…