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Regional Emergency Services to host Community Pancake Breakfast
Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 08:55 AM
All welcome to enjoy fun, free event at downtown Fire Hall 1
Regional Emergency Services is pleased to again invite to the community to a free pancake breakfast and fire hall...
Provincial funding to enhance Fort McKay’s water supply infrastructure
Posted on Thursday, September 05, 2024 01:01 PM
The Municipality has received $10M in grant funding through the Government of Alberta’s Drought and Flood Protection Program (DFPP) for the community of Fort McKay.
The funds...
Join an RMWB board or committee and help shape your community
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 03:14 PM
Get involved in your community while gaining valuable experience and networking with like-minded residents by applying to join a Council-appointed board or committee.
There...
Community Investment Program open for grant applications
Posted on Tuesday, September 03, 2024 09:45 AM
Information sessions to be held throughout September in Fort McMurray and rural communities
Community organizations, teams and individuals can now apply for 2025 grant funding...
Safety first as the new school year starts!
Posted on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 02:00 PM
Back to school means school zone speed restrictions will be in effect. Help keep students safe by following all signage, especially in school zones.
Expect increased vehicle...
Nominate outstanding community members for Council’s Excellence Awards
Posted on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 09:00 AM
Public Engagement Events and Involvement Indigenous and Rural Relations Mayor, Council and Administration
Nominations can be submitted at rmwb.ca/excellence from Aug. 21 – Oct. 14
Help recognize and thank outstanding people in your community by nominating them for Council’s...
Municipal flags at half-mast in memory of Councillor Jane Stroud
Posted on Monday, August 12, 2024 09:21 AM
Mayor Sandy Bowman has issued the following statement on the passing of Councillor Jane Stroud:
“It is with very heavy hearts and profound sadness that we mourn the sudden and...
Snye dredging process begins August 12
Posted on Thursday, August 08, 2024 09:57 AM
Crews will start the annual Snye dredging on Monday, August 12. Construction fencing will be installed around the site and Snye Point will be temporarily closed.
Why dredging...
Notice of Public Hearing – Bylaw No. 24/015 – Municipal Development Plan – Sept. 10, 2024
Posted on Wednesday, August 07, 2024 03:00 PM
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
TAKE NOTICE that Council of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo will hold a Public Hearing on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. in the...
Cancelled: Special Council Meeting - August 13
Posted on Wednesday, August 07, 2024 01:32 PM
UPDATE (Aug. 12, 2024): Out of respect for the passing of Councillor Stroud, the Special Council Meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 13 has been cancelled.
Further updates on Council...
Fire Bans lifted in Fort McMurray
Posted on Thursday, August 01, 2024 04:03 PM
Residents encouraged to be wildfire safe and keep informed this summer
The municipality has lifted the Fire Ban for the urban service area of Fort McMurray. The fire ban for...
Wood Buffalo Mural Fest to bring pops of colour to region
Posted on Tuesday, July 30, 2024 09:08 AM
Mural events and community gatherings will take place from August to October
Wood Buffalo Mural Fest is here to brighten up Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo!
Ranging from locations in Parsons...
Come together and “Show your love for Jasper” with messages of hope
Posted on Monday, July 29, 2024 01:26 PM
(Fort McMurray, AB – July 29, 2024) – Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo residents know first-hand what it’s like to experience the lasting impacts of wildfire. As fellow Albertans...
Evacuation Alert lifted for Janvier
Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2024 08:11 AM
The Evacuation Alert for the hamlet of Janvier has been lifted. Alberta Wildfire has made significant progress on containing Wildfire LWF-136 (part of the Kettle River...
Alberta Transportation reopens Highway 881
Posted on Thursday, July 18, 2024 02:36 PM
Alberta Transportation has reopened Highway 881 in both directions.
The highway had been closed from kilometre 213 to kilometre 241 north of Janvier, due to nearby wildfire...
Alberta Transportation closes Highway 881 from kilometre 213 to 241 due to nearby wildfires
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 10:09 PM
Alberta Transportation has closed Highway 881 from kilometre 213 to kilometre 241 (north of Janvier) due to nearby wildfire LWF-136 and other wildfires in the area. This...
Evacuation Alert - Janvier
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 06:36 PM
Janvier residents should be ready to leave on short notice.
An Evacuation Alert has been issued for the hamlet of Janvier, due to nearby wildfires, LWF-136 and LWF 142....
Mayor's statement: Municipal flags at half-mast in memory of Doug Faulkner, former Mayor
Posted on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 02:25 PM
Mayor Sandy Bowman has issued the following statement on the passing of Doug Faulkner, former Mayor:
“We express our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Doug...
FireSmart Interpretive Trail officially opened in Fort McMurray
Posted on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 01:50 PM
Explore the trail to learn about the boreal forest and managing wildfire risk
A new interpretive trail showcasing the connections between the boreal forest, wildfires, and...
Municipality adopts three additional Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action
Posted on Thursday, July 11, 2024 09:18 AM
At last night’s Council meeting, the Responding to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Calls to Action in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo – 2023 Annual Update was shared....
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