Affordable housing in Fort McKay was the subject of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed Thursday by Wood Buffalo Housing and the Fort McKay Métis Community. “This is an exciting collaboration for us and we look forward to working with the Fort McKay Métis Community, to address housing concerns in…

Imagine waking up one day and finding out that every day for the rest of your life would bring uncertainty, the chance of losing your vision, your energy, even your ability to walk. That is the reality for the 1 in 340 Canadians who are diagnosed with MS, and their…

The postponed Rooftop Campout, hosted by the Friends of the Fort McMurray Fire Fighters Association, has been rescheduled for May 2-5 2018.  The campout was previously scheduled for early April. "Circumstances beyond our control dictated that we needed to temporarily postpone the event”, said Fort McMurray Fire Fighter Association President…

Beer, Bacon and Music aficionados unite to sample cold brews, taste unique bacon creations and listen to awesome live music, while having fun with a couple thousand of their closest friends! It’s a beer fest, it’s a bacon fest and it’s a music festival! BEER – BACON – BANDS! For…

The Municipality is inviting residents to have their say about Winter Maintenance Zones through a survey and a series of public engagement sessions. Starting today until May 13, residents can fill out an online survey and share their feedback about the Winter Maintenance Zones program during the 2017-18 season. The…

On Saturday May 5th, 2018 the Local HERO Foundation is hosting a Cinco de Mayo fundraiser in support of saving lives in the Wood Buffalo region.

The 4th Annual Servus Spring Food Drive took place this past weekend with the goal of raising funds and food donations for families across the Wood Buffalo region, ensuring no one goes hungry this spring and summer. Once again Fort McMurray residents came together to prove that they are the…

A summary of priorities for Wood Buffalo’s draft Social Sustainability Plan (SSP) will be on display Friday and Saturday at MacDonald Island. For several months, in partnership with a community based Project Advisory Committee, the Municipality has been developing a SSP for the Region. The SSP will outline priorities, strategies,…