Category Archives: News-CFVR
Alberta Wildfire Gearing Up for 2023 Season
Wildfire season in Alberta is beginning on March 1st and runs until October 31st. The Government of Alberta says they already have wildland firefighters, air tankers, and other specialized equipment r...
Feb 28, 2023
Nistawoyou Friendship Centre Receives Provincial Grant
The Nistawoyou Native Friendship Centre is receiving a provincial grant to continue its work with vulnerable Indigenous Peoples. The organization is splitting $150,000 with four other Native Friendshi...
Feb 28, 2023
Local Helper Raises $9,500 For Senior in Need of Wheelchair
A Fort McMurray senior will soon be enjoying a new electric wheelchair thanks to the generosity of our community and the tenacity of a local Good Samaritan. Melissa Gladue, who volunteers to help the ...
Feb 27, 2023
WMZ 1 and 2 Active February 27 – March 3.
The Municipality is activating Winter Maintenance Zones one and two this week. The RMWB is set to begin their second snow removal operation of this winter season. Make sure you check your zone and whi...
Feb 27, 2023
Minister Brian Jean on Trade Mission to South Korea
Minister of Jobs, Economy, and Northern Development, Brian Jean is in South Korea this week. Jean, who also serves as MLA for Fort McMurray – Lac La Biche is joined by Minister of Trade, Immigra...
Feb 26, 2023
Fort McMurray Standing In Solidarity With Ukraine With Vigil
Fort McMurray is standing in solidarity with Ukraine by holding a candlelight vigil Friday night. The Fort McMurray Ukrainian Cultural Society, the Rotary Club Oilsands, and the YMM Stands with Ukrain...
Feb 24, 2023
Bones of Crows to Debut in Fort McMurray and Conklin
A new film is headed to our region as part of the National Indigenous Community Screening tour. The feature-length movie, "Bones of Crows" is written and directed by Mtis-Dene filmmaker Marie Clements...
Feb 21, 2023
Two Arrested in Fort McMurray After Months Long Drug Trafficking Investigation
RCMP are arresting two individuals in Fort McMurray after a two-month-long drug trafficking investigation. Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT) of Fort McMurray started an investigation in J...
Feb 21, 2023
Former Imperial Oil Chairman Announced as Suncor CEO & President
Suncor is announcing a flurry of changes within the company, including a new leader at the top. Effective April 3, Rich Kruger will be the new CEO and President, while also joining the Suncor Board of...
Feb 21, 2023
RCMP Locate 33-Year-Old Man
UPDATE: RCMP stated in post on Friday, February 24, they have safely located Sonnie McDonald. The RCMP is asking for your help locating a 33-year-old man last seen on January 31 in Lac La Biche...
Feb 20, 2023
