Category Archives: News-CFVR
Ottawa pauses fuel excise tax, driver hope for potential relief at the pumps
Drivers should see some relief at the pumps today as the federal government's temporary suspension of the fuel excise tax on gasoline and diesel takes effect across Canada. The measure, announced last...
Apr 20, 2026
Air Canada suspends Fort McMurray-Vancouver route as fuel costs rise
FORT McMURRAY - Air Canada is suspending its Fort McMurray to Vancouver route later this month as rising fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict begin to impact air service in northern Alberta. ...
Apr 19, 2026 An image of the tail section of an Air Canada Aircraft. Image courtesy of Air Canada's social media feed.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 ...
Apr 16, 2026 Studioclover / Depositphotos.com
