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New art exhibition highlights the Indigenous experience through intergenerational love
Posted on Thursday, November 30, 2023 09:00 AM
ᓵᑭᐦᐃᑐᐊᐧᐠ sâkihitowak ełghąnuwutą they love each other, will be open to public until the end of 2023.
Experience Indigenous history from the perspective of love and joy through...

Recognize your neighbour or a local business for spreading the holiday spirit!
Posted on Friday, November 17, 2023 09:58 AM
The Wood Buffalo Communities in Bloom’s Nominate Your Neighbour program runs until Dec. 15.
Are there businesses or homes in your neighbourhood with festive light displays and...

Changes coming to select Transit routes to better serve riders
Posted on Thursday, November 16, 2023 01:25 PM
Updates to routes 8, 9, 10, 11, 17 and 42 take effect Dec. 1
Starting Friday, Dec. 1, RMWB Transit is adjusting some routes and adding additional trips to improve service in...

Municipality releases proposed 2024 Budget totaling $611 million
Posted on Thursday, November 16, 2023 09:01 AM
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RWMB) is releasing a $611.6 million proposed budget for 2024 that focuses on advancing Council’s Strategic Plan and public safety...

Celebrate the season with the Santa Claus Parade and Council’s Starry Night holiday party
Posted on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 10:15 AM
Gather for the tree and tipi lighting ceremony at Kiyām Park, followed by the Santa Claus Parade!
Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at Council’s Starry Night...

Volunteer as a snow angel and help your neighbour access their home safely
Posted on Thursday, October 26, 2023 09:58 AM
Sign up as a volunteer and be entered to win a brand-new snowblower!
Winter is almost here, and community members with mobility challenges need your help shoveling snow. For...

Notice of Special Meeting-Wood Buffalo Pro-Business Advisory Committee-October 19, 2023
Posted on Wednesday, October 18, 2023 09:28 AM
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c.M-26, a Special Wood Buffalo Pro-Business Advisory Committee Meeting is hereby...

Municipality wins provincial planning award for downtown revitalization program
Posted on Tuesday, October 17, 2023 11:00 AM
At the annual Alberta Professional Planners Institute (APPI) conference, the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo received a 2023 Award of Merit for the Downtown...

Controlled burning planned to reduce wildfire risk to Timberlea neighbourhoods
Posted on Monday, October 16, 2023 03:03 PM
Update: October 18
This planned controlled burning has been cancelled due to wet weather conditions. This area will be a part of the controlled burning campaign for spring...

Fill your brown bags! Last day for yard waste curbside collection – Oct. 27
Posted on Thursday, October 12, 2023 10:00 AM
Fall is here and with it comes the end of yard waste season!
Up until October 27, you can still place up to four bags of yard waste at the curb each week for collection....

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-October 17, 2023
Posted on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 04:26 PM
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c.M-26, a Special Closed Session/In Camera Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to...

Planning and Development and Engineering Services relocating downtown
Posted on Wednesday, October 11, 2023 10:00 AM
Starting October 20, the Planning and Development and Engineering staff and services at Timberlea Landing will be permanently moving to the first floor of the Jubilee...

Fire Prevention Week 2023 to focus on cooking safety
Posted on Friday, October 06, 2023 08:55 AM
More than 70 home fires had cooking-related causes in Region since 2011
(Fort McMurray, AB – October 6, 2023) – Regional Emergency Services teams will be out in the community...

RMWB Council announces Chief Administrative Officer
Posted on Thursday, October 05, 2023 01:59 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – October 5, 2023) – RMWB Council is pleased to share Henry Hunter has been named the Municipality’s new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). He is set to...

Region’s rich culture, Indigenous heritage and natural beauty showcased at CIB Symposium & Awards
Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 03:27 PM
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo recognized for plant and floral displays
Dozens of delegates from Ireland, the Republic of Korea, Slovenia, Italy, Hungary, the United...

Construction season is wrapping up: Share feedback about communication
Posted on Wednesday, October 04, 2023 10:45 AM
How well were you informed about work happening in your community?
Construction season runs from mid-May to mid-October, and there are many ways that the Municipality...

Notice of Special Meeting-In Camera-October 4, 2023
Posted on Tuesday, October 03, 2023 03:29 PM
NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING
Pursuant to Section 194 of the Municipal Government Act, RSA. 2000 c.M-26, a Special Closed Session/In Camera Council Meeting is hereby scheduled to...

Share feedback on recycling and garbage services for a new Solid Waste Management Plan
Posted on Thursday, September 21, 2023 01:45 PM
Take the survey and enter to win!
The development of a new Solid Waste Management Plan (SWMP) is underway. The plan will guide how waste is managed, help divert waste from...

Municipality stands firm in support of 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Posted on Wednesday, September 20, 2023 04:23 PM
While the Municipality respects the right to freedom of association, hate or discrimination towards the 2SLGBTQIA+ community will not be tolerated.
We stand firm in our...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: Community Gathering and Walk on September 28
Posted on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 10:00 AM
Everyone is invited to participate in the Community Gathering and Walk to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. In discussion with Indigenous partners, the...