All Fort McMurray Articles
Discover all 14 articles about Fort McMurray, the Wood Buffalo region.
Fort McMurray Snowstorm Strands Drivers on Alberta’s Highway 63 as RCMP Warn Against Travel; Up to 30 cm Forecast
A major October snowstorm has trucks, buses and cars stuck on Highway 63 near Fort McMurray, and RCMP are warning drivers to stay off it in both directions. Environment Canada now says the area could get up to 30 cm, double the earlier forecast. Calgary and Canmore are getting their first snow of the season, and Edmonton has dodged it. Here’s what’s happening across Alberta and what to know before you drive.
97 Dogs Seized From a Fort McMurray Alberta Home After Neighbours Heard Crying
Bylaw officers removed 97 small-breed dogs from a home in Fort McMurray's Gregoire neighbourhood on Tuesday after neighbours reported hearing crying and whining. Charges are pending. The Fort McMurray SPCA is asking people to stay away for now, and explaining what would actually help.
Three Fort McMurray Bus Shelters Smashed in 30 Minutes, RCMP Investigating $2,700 in Vandalism
Wood Buffalo RCMP are investigating after three transit bus shelters in Fort McMurray's Timberlea and Eagle Ridge neighbourhoods had their glass walls shattered within a half-hour window early Monday, leaving heaps of broken glass on sidewalks and about $2,700 in damage. Police are asking anyone with footage to come forward.
Alberta Is Putting $15 Million Into Highway 63 After Fort McMurray Residents Filled the Potholes Themselves
The Alberta government announced $22.4 million in additional highway maintenance funding on July 5, with $15 million directed specifically to Highway 63. The announcement follows months of complaints from Fort McMurray residents about potholes damaging vehicles, a June 12 volunteer pothole-filling operation, and pressure from local MLAs, the RMWB mayor, and the Conservative MP for the region. New repaving contracts are being expedited for 48 kilometres near Wandering River and 30 kilometres in the Fort McMurray area.
Multi-Vehicle Crash Closes Highway 63 Bridge to Nowhere North of Fort McMurray
Northbound traffic on the Highway 63 bridge north of Fort McMurray came to a halt Thursday morning following a multi-vehicle collision. Wood Buffalo RCMP say the road remains impassable. Injury details have not been released. Drivers are asked to avoid the area and expect significant delays.
Fort McMurray's $50 Million Northside Twin Arena Opens This Fall. Ten Years in the Making.
The Northside Twin Arena at 117 Abraham Place in Fort McMurray is scheduled to open Fall 2026. The $50 million facility adds two new ice surfaces to the city's north end with 300 seats per rink, 10 change rooms, and 250 parking spots. Construction began September 2024 after a decade of stops and starts.
Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Is Hosting the 2028 Alberta Summer Games After Years of Sports Investment
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has been selected to host the 2028 Alberta Summer Games, with about 2,600 athletes, coaches, and support staff expected. Alberta's government is providing $1.15 million to support the event. The region didn't get this bid by chance.
Fort McMurray Is Finally Getting a Youth Mental Health Facility. Families Have Been Driving Five Hours to Edmonton.
Fort McMurray families dealing with a youth mental health crisis have had two options: wait up to two years, or drive five hours to Edmonton. A new facility breaking ground this week is the first real answer to that.
Fort McMurray Is Getting a Massive New Walmart Supercentre in Parsons Creek
Fort McMurray's new Walmart Supercentre in Parsons Creek opened October 22, 2026. It's 45,000 square feet bigger than the downtown location and sits in the city's fastest-growing neighbourhood. Here's what the store has and where it is.
Fort McMurray-Area Community of Draper Under Evacuation Alert as Ice Jam Threatens Flooding
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo has issued an Evacuation Alert for Draper after an ice jam on the Clearwater River raised the risk of overland flooding. Residents do not have to leave yet but must be ready to go on short notice.
RCMP Warn Against Non-Essential Travel Near Fort McMurray as Late-April Snowstorm Hits
RCMP are advising drivers to avoid non-essential travel near Fort McMurray Thursday as a snowstorm drops up to 25 cm on the region through Friday.
RCMP Seeking Public Help to Locate Wanted Man Last Known in Fort McMurray
Alberta RCMP are seeking public assistance locating Dorian August Kootenay, last known to be in Fort McMurray with areas of activity spanning Lac La Biche, Kikino, Smoky Lake County and the County of St. Paul. The public is warned not to approach.
Fort McMurray RCMP Seek Suspect in Underground Garage Vehicle Theft
Fort McMurray RCMP seek a male suspect involved in the March 8 theft of a locked dark grey Honda SUV (plate CMK 0785) from an underground garage on the 13000 block of MacDonald Dr. The suspect wore a distinct orange and grey toque. Call 310-RCMP.
Six Charged, Over $250,000 in Drugs and Cash Seized in Fort McMurray Drug Probe
After a five‑month investigation, police say a Fort McMurray drug network has been yanked off the street: six people are charged, four guns seized and roughly $264,000 in cocaine, meth and fentanyl taken out of circulation