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Spring into action and help keep Wood Buffalo clean and beautiful
Posted on Tuesday, April 22, 2025 09:37 AM
Register as an individual or group in the annual Community Cleanup and Adopt-A-Trail programs
Today is Earth Day, and what better way to celebrate than by launching the...
Holiday adjustments to transit services, curbside collections and landfill
Posted on Thursday, April 17, 2025 02:55 PM
As we approach the Easter long weekend, we'd like to remind you of our holiday weekend service.
Landfill and office hoursThe Regional Landfill and municipal offices are closed...
Spring cleanup is underway along Highway 63
Posted on Thursday, April 17, 2025 11:21 AM
Use extra caution when travelling on Highway 63 from Gregoire to Parsons Creek Interchange April 22-24
Municipal Public Works crews will be conducting a large-scale cleanup...
Drop off pet waste for free at convenient locations this April
Posted on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 01:51 PM
Remember to double bag your pet waste and dispose of it properly
With the spring thaw finally here, it’s time to start thinking about cleaning up your yard’s now unhidden pet...
WMZ season ends with over 400,000 cubic metres of snow removed
Posted on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 11:09 AM
Thank you for helping clear a path through winter!
Today marks the end of another successful winter maintenance season!
At the end of March, 404,695 cubic metres of snow had...
River breakup complete - April 14, 2025
Posted on Monday, April 14, 2025 09:42 AM
Seasonal flood mitigation measures to be removed; people advised to stay away from riverbanks
River breakup is now complete. This means there is no longer a significant risk...
River Breakup Advisories issued - Community Update 1
Posted on Friday, April 11, 2025 06:11 PM
Community members reminded to be aware, stay alert and prepare for river breakup.
This is the first Community Update for the 2025 River Breakup Season. AEPA forecasters are...
Prepare for river breakup – stay informed with trusted sources
Posted on Monday, April 07, 2025 03:00 PM
River breakup season is coming. As temperatures warm, ice on the Athabasca and Clearwater rivers melts and breaks apart, elevating the risk of flooding.
The Municipality has...
Recycle more and recycle right! Alberta’s recycling system is changing
Posted on Monday, April 07, 2025 11:00 AM
Household recycling needs to improve and your actions make a difference. Prepare, sort and dispose of recycling properly.
The Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program is now in...
All Winter Maintenance Subzones relaxed until further notice
Posted on Friday, April 04, 2025 02:00 PM
The snow storage facility will close on April 15 marking the end of winter maintenance season
All subzones are relaxed until further notice. Residents should still watch for updates on the...
Smoke to be visible during controlled burns across Municipality
Posted on Friday, April 04, 2025 01:39 PM
Expanded hazard reduction burning program will lessen wildfire risk for Wood Buffalo
Controlled burns will begin as soon as Monday next week across many areas of the...
Fort Chipewyan winter road season ends with further safety improvements
Posted on Friday, April 04, 2025 11:08 AM
Crews completed a successful season on Monday with the official closure of the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road, after implementing several safety improvements this year.
The road...
Spring load limits in effect for gravel roads April 4
Posted on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 03:30 PM
Beginning on Friday, April 4, the load limits on municipal gravel roads are being lowered to 75 per cent of the Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW).
Gravel roads with load limitsThe...
Mischievous puppy bites battery - causes Gregoire mobile home fire
Posted on Wednesday, April 02, 2025 11:36 AM
Regional Emergency Services fire investigators say a young German Shepherd caused a fire that damaged a Gregoire area mobile home on April 1.
Fort McMurray firefighters were...
Make it Count! Census 2025 is underway
Posted on Tuesday, April 01, 2025 09:11 AM
The Municipality officially launched its 2025 municipal census campaign today, designating the occasion as Municipal Census Day. The goal of the census is to get an accurate...
Fire Marshal urges barbecue safety after weekend fire
Posted on Monday, March 31, 2025 05:45 PM
Fire Marshal Nick Brenner is reminding everyone to cook safely after a weekend fire destroyed a barbecue and damaged a patio at an Eagle Ridge apartment complex.
On the...
All Winter Maintenance Subzones relaxed March 31 - April 4
Posted on Friday, March 28, 2025 11:00 AM
Sign up for weekly WMZ alerts and stay informed about winter maintenance
All subzones are relaxed March 31 – April 4. This means there will be no on-street WMZ parking...
Fort Chipewyan Winter Road closing for season on March 31
Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 03:02 PM
The Fort Chipewyan Winter Road is closing for the season at 4 p.m. on Monday, March 31.
Until the road’s closure, heavier vehicles up to 45,000 kg will be allowed to use the...
Council approves new Land Use Bylaw
Posted on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 10:31 AM
New bylaw is user-friendly, addresses community needs and supports economic growth and responsible development
At Tuesday night’s meeting, Council approved the new Land Use...
All Winter Maintenance Subzones relaxed March 24 - 28
Posted on Friday, March 21, 2025 11:00 AM
All subzones are relaxed March 24 - 28. This means there will be no on-street WMZ parking restrictions during this time.
Crews will carry out road maintenance as needed and...
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