Fort McMurray

Alberta Joins U.S. Governors’ Coalition for Energy Security, Marking Pact’s First International Partnership Alberta has joined the newly formed Governors’ Coalition for Energy Security. Established in September 2024 by Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry and New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu, the coalition aims to enhance energy security, reduce costs, and boost the reliability of oil and […]

Imperial Oil Fined Over $1 Million for Sarnia Spill Impacting Aamjiwnaang First Nation Imperial Oil has been fined over $1 million after pleading guilty to a charge under Ontario’s Environmental Protection Act. The case relates to a 2021 release of approximately 1,150 litres of slop oil at its Sarnia refinery. According to documents published by […]

FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — The tragic death of Emily Verge, a Fort McMurray woman killed while working at a downtown restaurant on Saturday, is drawing attention from across Canada. From Newfoundland to Victoria, Canadians are sharing condolences as Emily’s friends, family, and the community grieve. On Saturday, a Ford F-350 crashed into the downtown restaurant, […]

Stella Lavallee Sworn in as Ward 4 Councillor Following By-Election Win FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Residents in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) living in Ward 4 once again have a voice on Municipal Council. Newly elected councillor Stella Lavallee was formally sworn in on Tuesday evening, taking her oath of office just before the […]

Suncor Exceeds Q3 Expectations with Strong Production and Shareholder Returns Suncor Energy reported strong third-quarter financial results, surpassing analyts’s profit estimates and achieving high production levels across its operations. The Calgary-based oil giant generated $3.8 billion in adjusted funds from operations, while its adjusted profit of $1.48 per share beat expectations by 37%. Free funds […]

Former British Columbia Premier John Horgan Dies at 65 Former British Columbia Premier John Horgan and Canada’s ambassador to Germany, has passed away at the age of 65. Horgan was first elected to B.C.’s legislature in 2005 and became the leader of the B.C. NDP in 2014. He assumed the role of premier in 2017 […]

Former Councillor and Educator Sheldon Germain Named Keyano College Distinguished Alumnus FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — Sheldon Germain, a former RMWB councillor and educator, was named Keyano College’s 2024 Distinguished Alumnus. The award was handed to Germain at the Keyano Foundation Gala held last week. The honour comes as recognition of Germain’s significant contributions to education, […]

Support Staff Strike to Begin at Fort McMurray Catholic and Public Schools FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — Support staff across Fort McMurray’s Public and Catholic School Divisions will begin job action this week. Educational assistants and other members of CUPE Locals 2559 and 2545 will be on the job Tuesday, November 12, but a full strike […]

Outpouring of Grief and Support for Young Woman Killed in Fort McMurray Restaurant Collision FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta — Condolences and tributes are pouring in from across the region for Emily Verge, a 24-year-old woman who tragically lost her life on Saturday. Originally from Clarenville, Newfoundland, Verge had lived in Fort McMurray for several years before […]

Calgary Man Charged After Fatal Collision at Downtown Fort McMurray Restaurant FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— A tragic accident at a downtown Boston Pizza restaurant has left a young woman dead and a Calgary man facing serious charges. Wood Buffalo RCMP and Regional Emergency Services were called to the scene at 11:36 a.m. on Saturday after a […]