Arts Council receives major donation from Syncrude
FORT McMURRAY, Alberta — The Arts Council of Wood Buffalo (ACWB) has received a major boost for its INCredible campaign with a $250,000 donation from Syncrude, operated by Suncor. This contribution brings ACWB closer to its $3 million goal to establish Arts INC, a downtown arts hub. Arts INC will provide a venue for artists to discover, create, and showcase their work and serve as a center for residents and…
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism Announces New Interim CEO
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— The Board of Directors of Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) has appointed Lisa Sweet as the new Interim CEO. She succeeds Dennis Vroom, who led the organization since April 2024 while on secondment from the…
Province issues Fire Advisory for Fort McMurray Forest Area
FORT MCMURRAY, Alberta— Alberta Wildfire has issued a Fire Advisory for the Fort McMurray Forest Area due to the very high fire danger and persistent warm, dry conditions. Under the advisory, no new fire permits will be issued until conditions…
Snye Point dredging begins next week
RMWB has announced the annual Snye dredging will take place beginning on Monday. Construction fencing will be installed next week, and Snye Point will be closed until mid-September. The RM says this is necessary as sediment deposits build up throughout…
Fort McMurray Airport receives award for public health and safety readiness
FORT McMURRAY, Alberta — The Fort McMurray International Airport (YMM) has been recognized for its commitment to public health and safety-readiness. Airports Council International recently awarded YMM formal accreditation for Public Health and Safety Readiness, making it the sixth airport…