Category Archives: News-CFVR
3rd Annual 24-Hour Hockey Game Raises Over $30K For Movember Foundation
The ice rink at the Casman Centre may need some minor repairs after it was used for 24-hours straight. The 3rd Annual ‘Handlebar Hockey’ game was held over the weekend where multiple playe...
Nov 25, 2019
Salvation Army In Dire Need Of Volunteers For Kettle Campaign
The Salvation Army of Fort McMurray is in need of volunteers for their Christmas Kettle Campaign. The organization kicked off their campaign last week, announcing a goal of $200,000 to help families a...
Nov 25, 2019
Stuff-A-Bus Initiative Back Helping Santas Anonymous
A student led initiative continues its quest to bring the holidays to those less fortunate in the region. The RMWB is encouraging donations to Santas Anonymous, a program run by students at Father Mer...
Nov 25, 2019
Appeal Board Upholds Decision Against Proposed Landfill Around Conklin
A decision to not issue a development permit for a landfill is being backed by an appeal board. The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is upholding the municipality’s decision regarding Se...
Nov 25, 2019
First Responders, Minor Hockey Shine During Hometown Hockey
Wood Buffalo’s hockey pride was showcased across Canada over the weekend. The RMWB hosted Rogers Hometown Hockey on Saturday and Sunday with hundreds taking part in the festivities. Before the l...
Nov 25, 2019
Keyano Basketball Towering Competition Following Pair Of Weekend Wins
Another weekend sweep marks nine straight wins for the Keyano Huskies men’s basketball team. The Huskies steamrolled Grande Prairie Regional College over the weekend – crushing them 110-78...
Nov 24, 2019
Municipality Proposing $718M Budget, Down Around $36M From 2019
The municipality is proposing a much smaller budget compared to last year. Wood Buffalo council will be holding budget meetings next week as they prepare to allocate their funds for 2020. The proposed...
Nov 22, 2019
Funds Being Raised For Special Needs Children Holiday Party
A fundraiser is being held to ensure special needs children can get a party this holiday season. The Nistawoyou Friendship Centre and McMan are partnering to host a bingo night to help raise funds. Mc...
Nov 22, 2019
Kenney: CN Rail Strike Heavily Impacting Alberta’s Oilsands, Economy
Concerns over Alberta’s economy are rising as the CN Rail strike continues. Employees officially hit the picket lines on Tuesday as they look to address issues they have with the company includi...
Nov 22, 2019
Study: Pollutants From Oilsands Potentially Impacting Weather Patterns
A multitude of pollutants are being found in the snow around the Athabasca Oilsands. Multiple post-secondary institutions researched fresh snow around 25 km away from different sites and compared it t...
Nov 21, 2019
