The Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC) is pleased to announce the return of the popular annual Easter Brunch festivities, taking place on Easter Sunday, April 1st at the Shell Place Grand Ballroom.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is now offering residents the convenience of paying utility bills (water), ambulance bills and general trade invoices by credit card through an online payment portal. “We’re pleased to offer a new payment option that is quick, easy and secure,” said Linda Ollivier, Director, Financial…

Council has passed the 2018 Budget and the 2019-2020 Financial Plan. The 2018 Budget includes a reduction of $94.6M from the 2017 approved budget. A $65M allocation to reduce undrawn debt was also approved by Council. “The municipal budget affects everyone in the region, which is why we are committed…

The Lions of Alberta Foundation (LOAF) is pleased to announce that funding is available for organizations affected by the 2016 Horse River Wildfire. “Lions everywhere watched the events of the wildfire unfold,” said Fred Walters, president Lions of Alberta Foundation. “Donations came in from Lions all over Canada and as…

The 2018 Alberta Winter Games wrapped up in Wood Buffalo yesterday, but the legacy will remain in the community. “My deepest gratitude goes out all of those who came together to make Wood Buffalo shine this weekend,” said Mayor Don Scott. “I’d like to congratulate all competing athletes, and thank…

Local off-road enthusiasts are preparing for a journey down Alberta’s Winter Road for Fort McMurray Firefighter Wacey Morrison in the first annual Ice Road Expedition from February 21 to February 23.

The 2018 Wood Buffalo Alberta Winter Games Society is excited to announce that two-time Olympic gold medalist Alexandre Bilodeau will kick-off the 2018 Alberta Winter Games as emcee for the Opening Ceremonies.

What a ride! Those three words are the only way I can capture what an experience it has been to write for YMM since the very first issue. In that time, I have had the chance to write about incredible people, innovative entrepreneurs and amazing initiatives – and every single…