News & Updates
Fort McMurray, Alberta – Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism (FMWBEDT) would like to congratulate their president and CEO, Kevin Weidlich for being recognized for his contributions to the province of Alberta with the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal.
Published:Jan 26, 2023
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism (FMWBEDT) is pleased to announce the appointment of three new members to the organization’s Board of Directors.
Published:Jan 23, 2023
Read the articleCommunity Organizations Come Together to Launch Workforce Immigration & Support Program (WISP)
Published:Oct 26, 2022
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) is pleased to officially publish its Inaugural 5-Year Economic Development & Tourism Strategy (2022 – 2026), in coordination with the recently released RMWB Council Strategic Plan. Focused on driving the economic competitiveness of Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, the strategy acknowledges the central role collaboration with stakeholders and Rights holders will play in increasing the region’s ability to compete nationally and globally for investment, visitation, talent, entrepreneurship, and innovation.
Published:Aug 25, 2022
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism (FMWBEDT) has partnered with local non-profit motorcyle event organizers and creators Ride North Moto to launch the “Boreal Royale,” a dual-sport motorcycle adventure event promoting safe and responsible motorized recreation in the region’s backcountry zones.
Published:Jun 1, 2022
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism (FMWBEDT) is thrilled to announce that Tyler Cole has been named one of Destinations International’s 2022 30 Under 30 recipients. Honourees are from destinations around the world and are the future leaders of the tourism industry.
Published:May 26, 2022
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) is working with Travel Alberta to help local tourism businesses expand their products and experiences. As the travel industry continues to adapt to changing health restrictions, Travel Alberta is investing in destination development through its Capital Investment & Tourism Asset Grant program. In Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo, five local tourism operators received grants to support diversifying or expanding their tourism operations.
Published:Dec 22, 2021
Read the articleWelcome to the seventh issue of our e-newsletter.
Published:Dec 1, 2021
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) is showcasing the region’s new identity and destination name—Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo—through a provincial campaign that aims to share what life is like in the Northeastern corner of Alberta. The region is known as a place of incredible economic opportunity, and the campaign spotlights the unexpected, a family of close-knit communities, with rich culture and history, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Published:Nov 14, 2021
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) has launched a provincial campaign to showcase the region’s identity and share what life is like in the region. While Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo is known as a place of incredible economic opportunity, this campaign also spotlights the unexpected—the region’s family of close-knit communities, rich culture and history, and breathtaking natural beauty.
Published:Oct 15, 2021
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) is launching a regional survey to better understand household spending in the areas of retail, food and beverage, personal services, and entertainment. Survey findings will be combined with additional market research to inform the direction of FMWBEDT’s Retail and Commercial Plan, focused on supporting existing local businesses with retention and expansion, and attracting new private investment.
Published:Oct 14, 2021
Read the articleFort McMurray Wood Buffalo has won an international award that recognizes a world-leading level of community engagement for the development of the region’s place brand. On behalf of the region, Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development and Tourism (FMWBEDT) is proudly accepting the world-renowned City Nation Place Award for Best Citizen Engagement.
Published:Oct 13, 2021
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