Category Archives: News-CFVR

Wood Buffalo Seeks Hall of Fame Inductees Ahead of October Deadline
Nominations open for Wood Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame FORT McMURRAY AB- The Wood Buffalo Sports Connection is now accepting nominations for the Wood Buffalo Sports Hall of Fame, an honour celebrating ...
Jon Tupper Jul 07, 2025 Wood Buffalo Sport Connection logo. Web image

New Park to Offer Space to Reflect on Wildfire and Rebuilding
RMWB to open Reflections Lookout, honouring wildfire resilience FORT McMURRAY- The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo is inviting residents to gather next week for the official opening of Reflectio...
Jon Tupper Jul 07, 2025 Reflections park, RMWB web media

Alberta's Health Care System Strained but Stable, AMA Report Finds
High satisfaction persists amid long waits and limited access, as NDP critic slams UCP response Alberta's health care system is under intense pressure but remains supported by strong public engagement...
Jon Tupper Jul 07, 2025

Canada Diversifies Trade as U.S. Share of Exports Hits Lowest Level in Decades
Crude exports surge as country turns to new markets amid ongoing trade tension with the Trump administration Canada's export economy is undergoing a significant shift as trade with the United States c...
Jon Tupper Jul 07, 2025 rabbit75_dep / Depositphotos.com

Carney Signals Momentum for New West Coast Pipeline and Carbon Capture in Alberta
Federal fast-track law and private sector drive seen as keys to nation-building projects Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new West Coast oil pipeline is highly likely to be proposed as a nation-build...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 David SASSOLI, EP President meets with Mark CARNEY, Governor of the Bank of England

Highway 63 Reopens After Fuel Tanker Crash Near Grassland
One person suffered minor injuries in a weekend collision that shut down the northbound lanes Grassland, AB- A section of Highway 63 was closed for most of Saturday following a serious collision betwe...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 Highway 55/63 Crash, July 5 2025. Listener supplied photo

Drones Now Tracking Illegal OHV Use in Fort McMurray
Bylaw Services step up enforcement with new aerial technology Fort McMurray, AB- Bylaw Services in Fort McMurray are now using drones to detect, track, and pursue individuals driving off-highway vehic...
Jon Tupper Jul 06, 2025 IraGirichBO / Depositphotos.com

Serious Crash at Highway 63 and Grassland
FORT MCMURRAY---Emergency crews are on the scene of a serious crash. RCMP, fire and ambulance are where Highway 63 meets and Grassland at Atmore. Witnesses report a large semi truck carrying fuel or f...
Harvard Media News Jul 05, 2025 Accident5 on 55/63, image via Alberta 511

Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation
Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - A 49-year-old man is facing multiple charges following an early morning altercation at a home in the Timberlea neighbourh...
Jon Tupper Jul 04, 2025

Brave bystander climbs Fort McMurray apartment to stop balcony fire
Neighbour hailed as hero after risking injury to alert residents on Canada Day FORT MCMURRAY, AB. - Some people say they have great neighbours, but in this case, there is no doubt. A courageous bystan...
Jon Tupper Jul 03, 2025 2022 Regional Emergency Services Firetruck