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Businesses Affected by the Flood

Wood Buffalo businesses affected by the recent flood can contact info@choosewoodbuffalo.ca or 1-855-WB-ECDEV (1-855-923-2338) if they have questions or need support.

Published:May 2, 2020

WBEDC Announces the Formation of a Business Recovery Task Force

Wood Buffalo Economic Development Corporation (WBEDC), with the support of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) Mayor and Council, has established a Business Recovery Task Force (the “Task Force”).

Published:Apr 3, 2020

WBEDC Prepares for COVID-19

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

Call to photographers to showcase the Wood Buffalo Region

Tourism, 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

WBEDC Launches A New Speaker Series: Thinkers. Inventors. Doers.

Speakers will include Arlene Dickinson, David Segal, Debbie Travis, and Dennis Snow

Published:Feb 13, 2020

Fort McMurray Launches Rebrand as it Targets Major Retailers

Fort 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

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Quarterly News – February 2020

Welcome 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

Oil Sands Capital Spending On The Rise - First Time In 5 Years

The 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

New Place Branding Will Increase Focus on Retail Attraction

A 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

55 North is coming to Fort McMurray June 15-17, 2020

55 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

WBED Talks Place Branding at Momentum 2019

Wood Buffalo Economic Development (WBED) hosted its inaugural Momentum luncheon.

Published:Jan 22, 2020