Category Archives: News-CFVR

Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village to welcome visitors back for May long weekend
EDMONTON - The Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village is set to reopen to visitors over the May long weekend, one year after a fire destroyed its main visitor centre. Alberta's government says the site w...
Jon Tupper Apr 19, 2026 Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village- Supplied image

Wood Buffalo council updates rural water and sewer program
FORT McMURRAY - Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo council has approved a series of updates to its Rural Water and Sewer Servicing program aimed at improving clarity around costs, eligibility and t...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026 jurisam / Depositphotos.com

RCMP issue flood preparedness reminder amid warming temperatures
FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP are urging residents to prepare for potential flooding as warmer temperatures increase the risk of high water in the region. Police say seasonal conditions, including...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026 Permanent Flood Mitigation, RMWB Web image

Abasand OHV pilot project made permanent by Wood Buffalo council
FORT McMURRAY - Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo council has voted to make a pilot project allowing off-highway vehicles on some Abasand roads permanent. The bylaw, approved at an April 14 counci...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026 saeedatun / Depositphotos.com

Alberta highlights newcomer job pathways at provincial summit
EDMONTON - As immigrants continue to make Alberta their province of choice, the provincial government is highlighting efforts to connect newcomers with jobs and address barriers to entering the workfo...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026 VitalikRadko / Depositphotos.com

Fraser Institute report says equalization formula flaw added $10.5B in payments since 2018
VANCOUVER - A new report from the Fraser Institute says a design feature in Canada's equalization program has led to $10.5 billion in additional payments to provinces since 2018-19. The study, Equaliz...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026 The Fraser Institute, web image

Chamber trade show set for April 25-26 in Fort McMurray
FORT McMURRAY - Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce says its upcoming trade show and artisan market will support local businesses while raising funds for its advocacy and programming. The event is sched...
Jon Tupper Apr 17, 2026

Alberta NDP accuse UCP of gerrymandering over electoral map plans
EDMONTON - The Alberta New Democratic Party are accusing the United Conservative Party government of gerrymandering after a new motion signalled potential changes to electoral boundaries ahead of the ...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026 Studioclover / Depositphotos.com

Ottawa to unveil fiscal update April 28 as fuel prices climb
OTTAWA - Fresh off a newly minted majority government, the Liberals under Mark Carney are set to table a spring economic update on April 28, offering a snapshot of the country's finances amid global e...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026 ishtygashev / Depositphotos.com

Rising costs and uncertainty weigh on Canada's small business owners
TORONTO - A new survey suggests many Canadian small business owners are facing mounting pressure and uncertainty about their long-term future. According to a survey by Ignite Digital of 600 small and ...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026 cmeder / Depositphotos.com








