Category Archives: News-CFVR

FORT CHIPEWYAN - A wildfire burning in the northeastern portion of Wood Buffalo National Park has grown to nearly 40,000 hectares, though Parks Canada says there is currently no threat to communities ...

FORT McMURRAY - Father Mercredi High School celebrated its graduating Class of 2026 on Friday, marking the completion of the students' secondary education and the beginning of the next stage of their ...

FORT McMURRAY - Fort McMurray International Airport is showcasing local student artwork through a new initiative featuring hand-painted rocking chairs created by students from two Fort McMurray high s...

FORT McMURRAY - Wood Buffalo RCMP are inviting residents to take part in the third annual Bike Rodeo later this month, an event aimed at promoting cycling safety and encouraging families to get active...

OTTAWA - The federal government has begun issuing one-time payments under its new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, providing immediate financial relief to millions of low- and modest-income Ca...

EDMONTON - Alberta has completed a long-term passenger rail blueprint and is investing $15 million to advance planning for a future network that could connect major cities, airports and communities ac...

EDMONTON - A new Ipsos poll suggests Alberta separatists face a steep challenge in convincing voters to support a future referendum on leaving Canada. The survey, conducted for Global News between May...

FORT CHIPEWYAN - Mikisew Cree First Nation members will head to the polls June 20 to elect a chief and six councillors under the Nation's 1996 Election Regulations. Advance voting is scheduled for Jun...

FORT McMURRAY - Residents across the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo are being invited to take part in a series of events and learning opportunities throughout June as the community marks Nation...

EDMONTON - Alberta is investing $4 million in a pilot project aimed at helping skilled trades workers earn certifications faster while remaining on the job, as the province looks to address labour sho...