Category Archives: News-CFVR
Wood Buffalo RCMP looking for missing man
Wood Buffalo RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance to locate a missing man. 37-year-old, Christopher Hicks, was last seen in Fort McMurray on July 8, 2023. There is a concern for his well-bein...
Jul 14, 2023
YMM says goodbye to aging Snowbird
The Fort McMurray Airport Authority (FMAA) is removing the RCAF Snowbird aircraft from the road leading to the terminal. The CT-114 Tudor flown by the RCAF Snowbirds has been a feature of the airport ...
Jul 14, 2023
Bonnyville RCMP on lookout for man wanted for assault
The Bonnyville RCMP is on the lookout for a man wanted for aggravated assault. On June 30, 2023, the Bonnyville RCMP received a complaint of a serious assault at the local hospital. The victim receive...
Jul 13, 2023
ACFN to partner in solar energy projects
The Government of Canada is pledging over $160 million dollars in federal funds for nine solar energy projects in Alberta. One of the projects is a partnership between Concord Green Energy and the Ath...
Jul 13, 2023
Albertans lead the country over debt worries
Albertans are growing concerned about their ability to make their loan payments. As affordability struggles continue and interest rates rise, debt worries among Alberta households are at an all-time h...
Jul 12, 2023
Oil production falls due to spring turnarounds
Canada's oil production is down slightly due to spring turnarounds. Statistics Canada is reporting the production of crude oil and similar products dropped to 22.2 million cubic meters in April. This ...
Jul 11, 2023
Minister Jean receives his mandate from the Premier
Premier Danielle Smith is continuing to issue mandate letters to her Ministers. The letters set out the Premier's goals and expectations for her cabinet, as well as communicating the government's area...
Jul 10, 2023
Mikisew Group acquires J.L. Filtration
The Mikisew Group of Companies (MGC) is acquiring a majority stake in J.L. Filtration. The Mikisew previously held a minority interest in the filtration company after acquiring shares in 2020. The Ind...
Jul 07, 2023
Chamber and Economic Development launch shop-local program
Wood Buffalo Bucks are now available for purchase through the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce. The new shop-local initiative is a joint effort between the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce and Fort ...
Jul 07, 2023
Shovels in the ground for new Fort McKay Community Centre
Shovels were in the ground on July 5th, 2023 to mark the start of construction for the new Fort McKay Community Centre. The centre will be located behind the fire hall, which opened back in June 2022....
Jul 06, 2023
