Federal Government Releases Initiatives To Help Alberta’s Economy Grow
The federal government is looking to help Alberta’s economy grow through multiple initiatives. Minister of Natural Resources Amarjeet Sohi announced on Friday their plans to help create jobs across the province and keeping Canada competitive on the global market. Their priorities include emerging and transforming resource sectors, improving export access, strengthening education opportunities for future workers, and helping communities become more innovative. “We are ensuring that our industries remain competitive, and…
Raptors Playoff Run Raising Basketball Interest Across Wood Buffalo
The Toronto Raptors playoff success is having a big impact on the sport in Wood Buffalo. The team has been the talk of the country and it’s been no different for Northern Trailblazers Basketball, Fort McMurray’s only community league. Director…
Report: Oil Sector Growth Expected To Slow Down
Oilsands growth is expected to slow down immensely over the next 15 years. A report released by the Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers on Thursday suggests oil production will increase by 1.27 billion barrels per day from now until 2035,…
Home Sales Up Year-Over-Year
The number of single-family detached homes being sold across Wood Buffalo is increasing year-over-year. The Fort McMurray REALTORS® latest report shows 59 properties were sold last month compared to the 49 in 2018. This is also slightly up from last…
YMCA Northern Alberta Reintroduces Local Immigration Partnership Initiative For New Canadians
YMCA Northern Alberta is making life easier for new Canadians in Fort McMurray. For the second year, the non-profit is engaging in a Local Immigration Partnership initiative – designed to build community awareness in newcomers and immigrants. Alexandra Tarasenko is Coordinator for the LIP initiative…