Category Archives: Breaking News
RCMP seek suspect after Honda CR-V stolen from downtown Fort McMurray parkade
FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating the theft of a vehicle from a downtown parking garage and are asking the public for information. Police say a grey 2020 Honda CRV was reported stole...
Mar 10, 2026 Stolen Honda CRV -RCMP Supplied image
Oil sands benchmark at lowest gap with WTI in years as global markets remain volatile
CALGARY - Global oil markets may be showing tentative signs of stabilizing this week, though the situation remains highly volatile as fighting between the United States and Iran continues to escalate ...
Mar 10, 2026
Carney, Smith agreement would give Alberta bigger role in project reviews
OTTAWA - The federal and Alberta governments have reached a preliminary agreement aimed at speeding up approvals for major construction and energy projects by giving the province a greater role in reg...
Mar 10, 2026 oasisamuel / Depositphotos.com
Poilievre calls on Carney to pass emergency energy supply plan amid global oil shock
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is urging Prime Minister Mark Carney to introduce what he calls an emergency energy supply plan, arguing Canada should ramp up oil and natural gas product...
Mar 10, 2026 Pierre Poilievre announcing plans to reduce fuel tax
Youth and Seniors Gathering celebrates 10 years of strengthening Métis culture
EDMONTON - Mtis leaders in Alberta say a long-running gathering aimed at connecting youth and elders continues to grow as the community works to strengthen cultural ties and share knowledge across gen...
Mar 10, 2026 Otipemisiwak Métis Government
Korea Investment Corp trims stake in oil sands as other major investors increase holdings
CALGARY - Korea Investment Corp. reduced its holdings in Suncor Energy Inc. during the third quarter, trimming its stake in the Calgary-based oil sands producer by about 16.7 per cent. Regulatory fili...
Mar 10, 2026 Drone photo of Coker replacement , Suncor provided image
Buffys returning to Keyano Theatre as nominations open for 2026 awards
FORT McMURRAY - Nominations are now open for the 2026 Wood Buffalo Excellence in Arts Awards, an annual event celebrating artists and cultural groups across the region. Arts Council Wood Buffalo says ...
Mar 09, 2026 2025 Buffy Awards Gala, image via Arts Council of Wood Buffalo Facebook
RCMP seize guns and thousands of rounds of ammunition after Fort McMurray arrest
FORT McMURRAY - Police in northern Alberta say a hit-and-run investigation led to the seizure of several firearms and thousands of rounds of ammunition from a Fort McMurray residence. Wood Buffalo RCM...
Mar 09, 2026 RCMP Cruiser, photo taken Sept 11, 2025 by Jon Tupper
Fort McKay First Nation school recognized across North America for youth resilience programs
FORT McKAY, Alta. - A local First Nations school in Fort McKay has received a North American award recognizing its work supporting students with complex needs. Elsie Fabian School was presented with t...
Mar 09, 2026
Police seek help locating missing Fort McKay man last seen in downtown Fort McMurray
Police in the Fort McMurray region are asking for the public's help locating a missing 28-year-old man. Wood Buffalo RCMP say Monty Ian Faichney of Fort McKay was reported missing March 7. Police say ...
Mar 09, 2026 Monty Ian Faichney of Fort McKay Missing Person
