Category Archives: News-CFVR
Province Launching Online Survey Regarding Automobile Insurance
You’re getting a chance to share your opinion about vehicle insurance. The provincial government is launching an online survey to determine whether they need to update their current system. Conc...
Feb 19, 2020
Province Changing Funding Formula For School Districts
The provincial government is updating the current funding model for school divisions in hopes of increasing the amount of money each receives. They announced on Tuesday changes which they believe will...
Feb 18, 2020
Warm Spell Set To Hit Wood Buffalo
You may get to put your winter jacket back in the closet for a couple of days. After an extreme cold warning on Monday, Environment Canada is forecasting warmer temperatures for the rest of the week. ...
Feb 18, 2020
Free Indigenous Football Camp Being Offered in Fort McMurray
Indigenous youth from across the RMWB are getting a chance to take part in a free football camp. Northern Elite is hosting its second annual Indigenous Camp this upcoming weekend. Along with learning ...
Feb 18, 2020
Pink Shirt Day Being Celebrated Early in Wood Buffalo
Pink Shirt Day is happening in Wood Buffalo a little early this year. The actual day is next Wednesday, February 26th, but because both the Catholic and Public School Districts will be off for a Teach...
Feb 18, 2020
Fort Chipewyan Winter Road Limit Increasing To 40,000 Kg
The load limit is increasing for the Fort Chipewyan Winter Road. The municipality announced on Friday that the limit has been increased to 40,000 kg. If you have a vehicle weighing more you’re a...
Feb 16, 2020
Winter Maintenance Zone Program Relaxed For Week
The municipality is relaxing its Winter Maintenance Zone program this week. This means residents can park on their street at all times from February 17-21. However, people are being reminded to look o...
Feb 16, 2020
Former Dunvegan Owner Happy To See Church Takeover Land, Moving Market Garden To Calgary
The former Owner of Dunvegan Gardens is speaking up after their old location found its new owner. Last week, Wood Buffalo council voted unanimously to allow the Tabernacle of Praise Church to take ove...
Feb 15, 2020
Scott: Economy, Delays in Project Approvals Reason For Loss of Jobs
The decrease in jobs across the region is grabbing the attention of Mayor Don Scott. Speaking on Fort McMurray Matters, Scott noted the economy as the main culprit for the drop in positions over the p...
Feb 14, 2020
Province Allowing Fort McKay Métis To Directly Consult on Industry Projects
The Fort McKay Mtis Community Association will now be allowed to consult directly with industry regarding projects around the community. The provincial government announced on Thursday they’ve g...
Feb 14, 2020
