Category Archives: News-CFVR

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

China leads demand for Canadian crude shipped through Trans Mountain
CALGARY - China has emerged as a dominant buyer of Canadian crude shipped through the expanded Trans Mountain pipeline system, underscoring a major shift in export markets toward Asia. A corporate upd...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026 lagereek / Depositphotos.com

Mixed signals on U.S.-Iran talks fuel oil volatility as some Canadian producers hold back
NEW YORK - Messaging around the conflict between the United States and Iran continues to shift rapidly, with signals of potential progress alternating with threats of escalation. On Tuesday night, U.S...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026 Kanoke46 / Depositphotos.com

Wood Buffalo council approves land transfer for Conklin housing projects
FORT McMURRAY - Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo council has approved the transfer of seven residential lots in Conklin to support new housing development in the hamlet. Council voted April 14 to...
Jon Tupper Apr 16, 2026








