In this episode of All That & More, Mayor Bowman and RMWB CAO Paul Thorkelsson join Jillian MacDonald to talk about what 2023 has in store for the region, and what’s happening at the RMWB.
Municipal Minute:
Parks Map
Snow Angels
Wood Buffalo Volunteers
WinterPLAY
rmwb.ca
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This week we go behind the scenes of the upcoming Arctic Winter Games. From January 29 to February 4 , more than 2000 participants from the circumpolar North will travel to Wood Buffalo to compete in more than 20 sporting events.
Eden Boutilier, Senior Manager of the Arctic Winter Games shares the need for volunteers and the exciting opportunities to give back, the schedule of events leading up to and during the games, and all of the activities taking place across the region that aren’t just for participants! There's something for everyone at this year's Arctic Winter Games and now it's our time to shine!
AWG Website
Municipal Minute:
Parks Map
Sign up for Municipal updates
Winterplay
Pulse
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Great bouncing icebergs! Can you believe it's almost Christmas?
In this episode of All That & More our guest elves share oodles of amazing events and activities you can enjoy this holiday season. From community events and Santa’s Anonymous, to outdoor recreation and festive light displays. There’s no shortage of activities to get you and your family into the holiday spirit… so grab your hot cocoa and let’s dive in.
Santa's Anonymous Teddy Bear Toss
December 2, 2022 @ 7:30 p.m.
Centerfire Place
Virtual Tree Lighting
December 3, 2022 @ 5 p.m.
The Santa Claus Parade
December 3, 2022 @ 6:00 p.m.
Franklin Ave and Main Street (this will feature the sensory parade)
Stuff A Bus
For 2022, the Santas Anonymous campaign is most in need of toys for children 1 – 9 years old. Items can be dropped off a participating locations until December 8, 2022.
Santa's Anonymous
Municipal Minute
Winter Roads
Winter Holiday Safety
Winter Maintenance Zones
From all of us at the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, a sincerest thank you for downloading and listening to our podcast. This has been a labour of love and we’re incredibly grateful to each and every one of you for listening. We’ll be taking a little break until the new year, so we’d like to wish you and your loved ones a safe and happy holiday season. To quote a special bearded man… Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night.
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This week we plow our way through common Winter Maintenance Zone questions, with guest Keith Smith, Director of Public Works.
WMZ Information
Snow Plowing and Removal
Winter Maintenance Brochure
Municipal Minute
Nominate Your Neighbour
Parks Map
Fire Prevention and Safety
PULSE
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Patrick Duggan, President of the Fort McMurray Royal Canadian Legion, join us to discuss the importance of Remembrance Day and honouring the brave Canadians in uniform for their service.
Remembrance Day Ceremonies in the region will be taking place simultaneously at MacDonald Island Park and the Legion at 10 a.m. on November 11, 2022.
Royal Canadian Legion
9317 Huggard Street (Waterways)
Municipal Minute:
Budget meetings
Snow Angels
Santa Claus Parade
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This week, Mayor Sandy Bowman is in studio for the first ever “Ask the Mayor” segment. He fills us in on his first year in office, and answers YOUR questions from a recent RMWB community engagement!
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Municipal Minute:
Snow Angels
Participate Wood Buffalo
WMZ
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On this episode, Community Coordinators, Theresa Buller and Jessica Barry, take us behind the curtain of the Wood Buffalo arts, culture and heritage scene!
To sign up for the Artist Roster visit rmwb.ca/publicart
Municipal Minute:
Snow Angels
Public Engagement
WMZ Alerts
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Jillian MacDonald sits down with Dennis Fraser and Janine Kruse from the RMWB's Indigenous and Rural Relations department. They talk about the 94 calls to action and the important path toward Truth and Reconciliation.
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