News & Updates
In response to Alberta’s new public health restrictions to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, we regret to announce the cancellation of the Spring Show & Market Tradeshow on April 24 – 26, 2020.
Published:Mar 13, 2020
Read the articleTourism, Wood Buffalo Economic Development Corporation (WBEDC), launches a new campaign to capture imagery of the adventure, experience and beauty found within the Wood Buffalo region. The acquired photography will be used to feature the tourism opportunities that exist in the region to attract visitors to explore Wood Buffalo.
Published:Feb 27, 2020
Read the articleSpeakers will include Arlene Dickinson, David Segal, Debbie Travis, and Dennis Snow
Published:Feb 13, 2020
Read the articleFort McMurray is aggressively sending the message out to retailers that it is open for business and it’s an optimal time to explore and invest in the northern Alberta city.
Published:Feb 3, 2020
Read the articleWelcome to the first issue of our new Quarterly News. As you may have heard me say before, economic development is a team sport. We all have a role to play, and we need to stay connected in our efforts. This newsletter is our organization’s way of ensuring that our community is informed of the work we’re doing to grow our region.
Published:Feb 1, 2020
Read the articleThe Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) has released an industry forecast for 2020 that signals a very positive industry outlook. For the first time in 5 years, oil sands capital spending is expected to increase.
Published:Jan 30, 2020
Read the articleA new place brand for Fort McMurray and the Wood Buffalo Region will give Canadians a better understanding of the value of this region.
Published:Jan 22, 2020
Read the article55 North brings together executives, senior decision-makers and business owners from across Western Canada to build relationships and explore ways to take advantage of the vast opportunities in Alberta.
Published:Jan 22, 2020
Read the articleWood Buffalo Economic Development (WBED) hosted its inaugural Momentum luncheon.
Published:Jan 22, 2020
Read the articleThere were some big changes to economic development in Fort McMurray and the Wood Buffalo region in 2019.
Published:Jan 22, 2020
Read the articleThrough a strategic partnership between Wood Buffalo Economic Development (WBED) and The Fort McMurray Airport Authority (FMAA), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) services return to the region.
Published:Jan 22, 2020
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