Category Archives: Breaking News
Canadians now see U.S. as top threat, Pew survey shows
Most Canadians now see U.S. as top threat, Pew survey shows A growing number of Canadians view the United States as a greater threat than nations like Russia, North Korea, or Iran, according to a new ...
Jon Tupper Jul 16, 2025

RMWB opens Reflections Lookout as tribute to 2016 wildfire recovery
Reflections Lookout opens in Fort McMurray, honouring wildfire resilience FORT McMURRAY, AB- Reflections Lookout, a new community park honouring the resilience of Fort McMurray residents during and af...
Jon Tupper Jul 15, 2025 Reflections Lookout Ribbon Cutting, RMWB Supplied photo

Man critically injured after being hit by vehicle in downtown Fort McMurray
Pedestrian critically injured in Fort McMurray collision, RCMP urge safety Fort McMurray, AB. - A 63-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Franklin Avenu...
Jon Tupper Jul 15, 2025

Fort McMurray Fire Department Recruiting Paramedics for Paid Firefighter Training Program
Fort McMurray Fire Department seeks paramedics for unique firefighter training program FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. - July 14, 2025 - Paramedics looking to expand their careers can now join the Fort McMurray ...
Jon Tupper Jul 15, 2025

Unity House receives boost from Syncrude, operated by Suncor
Syncrude donation helps support Fort McMurray women's shelter FORT McMURRAY, AB. - Unity House Emergency Women's Shelter is thanking Syncrude, operated by Suncor, for a recent donation supporting its ...
Jon Tupper Jul 15, 2025 https://www.waypointswb.ca/
Tariff Tantrums Can't Stop Canadian Wholesale Growth
Wholesale trade edges higher in May despite global uncertainty OTTAWA - Canadian wholesale sales edged up in May, despite persistent trade tensions and global economic uncertainty. According to Statis...
Jon Tupper Jul 15, 2025

Measles Crisis: Alberta's Outbreak 70 Times Worse Than U.S.
Alberta measles cases now exceed total in United States as outbreak worsens EDMONTON - Alberta now has more confirmed measles cases than the entire United States, despite having a population just one-...
Jon Tupper Jul 14, 2025 weerapat / Depositphotos.com

Nenshi sworn in as Opposition Leader as Alberta NDP gains ground
Nenshi promises to focus on affordability, public services, and economic issues Naheed Nenshi and Gurtej Singh Brar have officially joined Alberta's New Democrat caucus after being sworn in as Members...
Jon Tupper Jul 14, 2025 A file photo of Naheed Nenshi, leader of the NDP in Alberta.

NAABA Executive Director Michelle Toner to Step Down in August
Toner leaves behind legacy of growth, advocacy and support for Indigenous entrepreneurs FORT McMURRAY, AB. - The Northeastern Alberta Aboriginal Business Association (NAABA) has announced that Executi...
Jon Tupper Jul 14, 2025 Michelle Toner, LINKEDIN

More Bear-Resistant Bins Coming to Fort McMurray Homes This Summer
Over 2,000 new bins to be distributed on streets with high bear activity starting July 12 FORT McMURRAY, AB. - More than 2,000 bear-resistant bins will be delivered to Fort McMurray homes this summer ...
Jon Tupper Jul 14, 2025 Black bear on Timberline Drive -Jon Tupper








