Tag: Northern Alberta

  • Update 12: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 11 at 6:00 p.m.)

    Update 12: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 11 at 6:00 p.m.)

    Today, Premier Notley delivered the following update on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: “This emergency funding underscores the commitment every Albertan owes to each other. It’s about Albertans helping Albertans.” Premier Notley Current situation Fire conditions remain extreme in the province. A total of 19 wildfires are burning: two out of control, one being held,…

  • Emergency Pet Rescues in Fort McMurray

    Emergency Pet Rescues in Fort McMurray

    Peace officers from the Alberta SPCA and the Calgary Humane Society have been working tirelessly in Fort McMurray to help the Wood Buffalo Animal Control Services with the rescue of as many animals as possible. Phase 2 of the animal response plan has been in operation for nearly two days. The extraction teams, each led by…

  • Town of High River Collecting Monetary Donations for Fort McMurray

    Town of High River Collecting Monetary Donations for Fort McMurray

    HIGH RIVER, AB: The Town of High River has created an account to collect cash donations that will allow residents to directly contribute to recovery efforts in Fort McMurray/Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). Cash, debit, credit card and cheque donations (made payable to the Town of High River) will be accepted at the front…

  • Emergency financial assistance for evacuees is available beginning today

    Emergency financial assistance for evacuees is available beginning today

    May 11, 2016 Starting at 2 pm today, debit cards will be issued to people who have been evacuated from Fort McMurray and other northern Alberta communities due to wildfire. The debit cards, one-time emergency payments of $1,250 for eligible adults and $500 for children under the age of 18, will help evacuees meet immediate,…

  • Province, Industry Discuss Fire Impacts to Oil Sands Operations

    Province, Industry Discuss Fire Impacts to Oil Sands Operations

    May 10, 2016 Premier Rachel Notley and oil industry representatives met today to discuss the state of oil sands facilities in the wildfire area and how to move forward to return to full operations. “I want to extend my sincere thanks to the energy companies and their staff for their tremendous efforts to help in…

  • Update 11: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 10 at 6:20 p.m.)

    Update 11: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 10 at 6:20 p.m.)

    Today’s updates on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: Current situation Fire conditions remain extreme in the province. A total of 25 wildfires are burning: one out of control, one being held, 17 under control and six turned over to the responsible parties. There were two new starts yesterday. Currently there are 1,547 firefighters, 121 helicopters,…

  • Horse Rescue Efforts on Hold as Fires Continue to Rage in Fort McMurray

    Horse Rescue Efforts on Hold as Fires Continue to Rage in Fort McMurray

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  • Apple Pay Now in Hands of ATB Customers

    Apple Pay Now in Hands of ATB Customers

      Edmonton — Starting now, ATB Financial MasterCard customers have a new, easy, secure and private way to pay that’s fast and convenient. Say hello to Apple Pay. Apple Pay allows ATB customers to use their iOS devices for everyday transactions, such as grabbing a coffee or picking up groceries. Apple Pay is easy to use, easy…

  • Why Isn’t the Martin Mars Water Bomber Working on the Wildfire?

    Why Isn’t the Martin Mars Water Bomber Working on the Wildfire?

    Posted to Facebook from the owner of the Martin Mars. A MESSAGE FROM WAYNE COULSON We have had several inquiries from the public and the media as to why the Mars is not working on the fire situation up in Fort McMurray. Firstly, if there was a request by the Alberta Government to contract the…

  • Update 10: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 10 at 11:30 a.m.)

    Update 10: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 10 at 11:30 a.m.)

      May 10, 2016 Today’s updates on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: Current situation Fire conditions remain extreme in the province. A total of 25 wildfires are burning: one out of control, one being held, 17 under control and six turned over to the responsible parties. There were two new starts yesterday. There are 1,547…

  • A Message from the High Country Rural Crime Watch

    A Message from the High Country Rural Crime Watch

    The fire in Fort McMurray now covers an area the size of Calgary. Our hearts go out to those affected. To help, you can contribute on-line to the Alberta Fires Appeal sponsored by the Canadian Red Cross where each donation by an individual will be matched by the Government of Canada. Its location is at: https://donate.redcross.ca/ea-action/action?&ea.client.id=1951&ea.campaign.id=50639 or…

  • Update 9: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 9 at 7:15 p.m.)

    Update 9: Fort McMurray Wildfire (May 9 at 7:15 p.m.)

    Today, Premier Notley delivered the following update on the wildfires around Fort McMurray: “To residents affected by the wildfires: We’ve lost about 2,400 structures, but we saved almost 25,000. It’s not yet safe to return. But it will be made safe. It will be a home you return to. All of Alberta will have your…

  • It’s Cool to Work Safely in the Heat

    It’s Cool to Work Safely in the Heat

    The first heat wave of the year means those who work outdoors should take precautions to avoid health risks. Employers and workers should be aware of the early signs of heat stress and treat it right away: headache dizziness and fatigue dehydration heavy sweating muscle cramps changes to breathing and pulse rate. These symptoms can…

  • Poem to Provide Hope to Fort McMurray

    Poem to Provide Hope to Fort McMurray

    I wrote this poem of hope as I was walking around downtown Lethbridge and thinking about how fortunate I am compared to many others. I dedicated the poem to those affected by the fires in Fort McMurray and I think it would raise spirits and motivate people to help.   Do we really take the…

  • Helping Those Affected by the Wildfires

    Helping Those Affected by the Wildfires

    Bibles for Missions – Okotoks Bibles for Missions in Okotoks is collecting items which they will send to the evacuees from Fort Mac. Urgent needs at this time are for diapers, new underwear and cell phone chargers. (People ran with their phones but left the chargers behind). The donations can be dropped off at Bibles…