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SEPTEMBER 2021
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September 2021
Municipal Face Covering Bylaw no longer in effect
On June 22, 2021, Council voted to repeal the
Municipal Face Covering Bylaw (No. 20/024),
meaning this bylaw is no longer in effect.
However, masks are still required on public
transit and in taxis or rideshare cars.
Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan
As of July 1, 2021, the province is in Stage 3 of the Government of Alberta’s Open for Summer
Plan and most COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines have now been eased. This includes the
general indoor provincial mask mandate. However, masking is still required in specific settings,
as determined by the Government of Alberta. This includes acute and continuing care settings,
as well as on public transit and in taxis or rideshare cars.
For more information about Alberta’s Open for Summer Plan at alberta.ca/openforsummer.
Visiting other communities
While the RMWB Face Covering Bylaw is no longer in effect and the province-wide mask
mandate eased, there may be First Nations and some municipalities in Alberta and Canada
that have additional masking protocols in place. Should you travel to another community,
please plan ahead and review each area’s COVID-19 mandates.
For more information, visit rmwb.ca/facecovering or call Pulse.
ANZAC MUNICIPAL OFFICE
Staff members are still working even though the municipal offices are closed to the public.
You can reach them in several ways:
• Call 780-334-2298
• Email viola.pindog-seguin@rmwb.ca
Need fast answers? Call RMWB Pulse toll free at 1-800-973-9663; 780-743-7000
or email pulse@rmwb.ca
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September 2021
The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo continues to monitor the on-going COVID-19 pandemic and follow the
direction of Alberta Health Services (AHS) and the Chief Medical Officer of Health.
For provincial updates, please visit alberta.ca/COVID19.
For municipal information related to COVID-19, visit rmwb.ca/COVID19.
Alberta’s Vaccine Program
Alberta’s Vaccine Program continues. Any Albertan born 2009 or before (turning 12+) can get their first and second
doses now.
Vaccines help prevent you from getting infected and protect you from getting severely sick if you do get the virus. All
vaccines are safe, effective and save lives.
To learn more about the vaccine program or to book your appointment, visit alberta.ca/vaccine or call 811.
COVID-19 Provincial Restrictions
Albertans are reminded that the following province-wide requirements remain in effect until at least September 27,
2021:
• Mandatory masking in publicly accessible transit, taxis and ride-shares, as well as high risk settings like acute and
continuing care facilities.
• Mandatory isolation for 10 days for those with COVID-19 symptoms or a positive test result.
• Testing at assessment centres for any symptomatic individual.
For more information about province-wide requirements, visit alberta.ca/covid19.
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September 2021
Engineering/Construction Updates-Anzac & GLE
Anzac Lagoon Expansion – Design
The lagoon expansion will increase the level of service of the existing Anzac infrastructure for Anzac and support the
RMWB’s Rural Water and Sewer Servicing (RWSS) program. The Municipality has partnered with a consultant to develop
a design to expand the capacity of the existing lagoon. The design scope kicked-off on June 1, 2021 and is expected to be
completed within an eight-month period.
Anzac Contract 1 – Sanitary Lift Stations
Substantial performance has been achieved with 98% of project completed. All lift stations are operable and in use.
Chain link fencing is being installed at the five lift stations across the community: Singer Drive & HWY 881, Singer Drive,
Woodward Drive, Stony Mountain Road and Townsend Drive. Final landscaping activities are underway which includes
final site grading, perimeter drainage ditching with erosion protection products, placement of topsoil and planting grass
seed for the areas. Final asphalt paving activities across all five lift stations have been completed. The expected
completion date for the project is October 15, 2021.
Anzac Contract 3 – Rural Water and Sewer Servicing & Road Upgrades
Project is 65% completed. Donovan Drive sanitary and water installations have been completed. Donovan Drive road
reconstruction is ongoing and is scheduled for gravel completion by end of August 2021. Sanitary sewer main and water
and sewer services has started on Cheecham Court on August 18, 2021. Asphalt paving has been completed on Singer
Drive driveways and trail systems tied into Woodward Drive area. A portion of Park Drive between 145 Park Drive to
Christina Drive has been completed with base lift asphalt. Road reconstruction on Park Drive from 116 Park Drive to 152
Park Drive along with ditching is in progress. Gravel driveways are being established along Park Drive to tie into future
asphalt paving on Park Drive. Outstanding asphalt paving activities on Park Drive, Cheecham Drive, Donovan Drive and
Stony Mountain Road scheduled to take place during the next asphalt subcontractor mobilization during the week of
September 6, 2021. Ditch and road improvements on Townsend Drive are ongoing and remain to be finished. Pavement
repairs to Townsend Drive to take place following completion of the ditch and drainage improvements. Expected
completion August 30, 2022.
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September 2021
Gregoire Lake Estates to Anzac Sanitary Forcemain Contract
Project is 95% completed. Sanitary force main from Gregoire Lake Estates to Anzac is 99% completed for the pipeline
scope of work. Horizontal directional drilling under Highway 881 located south of Singer Drive has been completed and
HDPE sanitary main has been sleeved through the casing pipe. Final tie-in and testing/commissioning expected to be
completed by August 30, 2021. Maintenance access road construction activities are to be completed by October 2021.
Anticipated contract completion date is November 30, 2021.
2021 Construction Season
Did you know you could get Engineering construction updates directly in your inbox?
Residents are encouraged to sign up for updates at rmwb.ca/construction for the areas that matter to you.
By signing up, you will be automatically entered to win one of three $100 pre-paid Visas, part of the Love.Shop.Local
program from the Chamber of Commerce and a chance at the grand prize, valued at $400.
The final draw will be on October 20th, 2021.
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September 2021
Stay Alert to Emergencies Near You – Download Alertable!
Want local emergency alerts sent right to your phone?
Download the Alertable app today! Alertable is the
quickest way to receive RMWB emergency notifications.
Simply download the app for free from the Apple Store or
Google Play, set your location within the region and you’ll
be ready to receive emergency notifications.
Learn more about Alertable, and other emergency alert
systems available to you, at rmwb.ca/emergencyalerts.
Review the Final Concept
The Waterfront Park final concept is available to view and provide final feedback. The Waterfront Park is a large green
space in downtown Fort McMurray that will be transformed into a unique community space. The design covers 6km of
Waterfront from the Athabasca Bridge to Horse Pasture Park in Waterways.
Engagement opportunities include:
• Online Survey at rmwb.ca/waterfront;
• Phone Survey by calling PULSE at 780-743-7000 or toll-free 1-800-973-9663;
• Open Houses – Pre-Register at rmwb.ca/waterfront.
Review the design online at rmwb.ca/waterfront and provide your feedback by September 12.
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September 2021
Volunteers needed for Community Cleanup!
It’s time to slam dunk the junk, put trash in its place and help create a litter free
Wood Buffalo!
Volunteers are needed for the Community Cleanup and Adopt a Trail or Roadway
programs.
Residents, groups, teams, schools, businesses, and neighbours are encouraged to
show their community spirit by volunteering to clean up their favourite park, green
space, block, trail, or roadway. Bags, gloves, and picker sticks are being provided to
all volunteers!
Sign up for more than 4 cleanups this summer and next and you’ll get an Adopt a
Trail or Roadway recognition sign installed at or near the location you’re cleaning
up!
Before registering, check out the Community Cleanup map to see what areas have
already been completed and pick the area you want to cleanup.
All participants must follow all Alberta Health Services’ public health measures and
guidelines, including outdoor gathering limits.
Learn more and register at rmwb.ca/cleanup.
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September 2021
Join the 6-Week Reconciliation Challenge
Please accept this as your invitation to join the 6-Week Reconciliation Challenge as we move forward to the
first annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - September 30, 2021.
With the discovery of unmarked graves at former residential school sites, confirming the terrible wrongs etched
into the Indigenous experience, many Canadians have asked how they can help advance reconciliation.
One important way is to actively participate in listening to and learning about truth and reconciliation. As such,
6 Weekly Reconciliation Challenge activities will be offered to increase awareness of the legacy of residential
schools, local Indigenous culture and history, the TRC Calls to Action, Principles of Reconciliation, and the
United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
Every Thursday, leading up to Sept. 30, new learning opportunities will be introduced based on weekly themes.
Visit RMWB.ca/TRC and to find a link to the Challenge.
• Sign and share a Personal Pledge of Reconciliation as an individual commitment.
• The Pledge can be shared on social media with #RMWBpledgetoTRC.
Residents who complete the Challenge will also receive a certificate and be invited to receive a gift package at a
special event on September 30.
While reconciliation isn’t something that can be achieved in 6 weeks, every journey begins with the first few
steps – and we encourage everyone to join us in this journey of learning, by taking part in this Challenge and
signing the Personal Pledge.
For more information, visit or follow the RMWB Facebook and Twitter accounts.
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September 2021
Willow Lake Métis Nation Flag raised in Anzac in historic first
For the first time in RMWB history, two Métis flags are now permanently raised in
Anzac — at the gazebo park and at the Anzac Fire Hall — as a visual reminder to
recognize and honour that the land upon which we live is the traditional lands of the
Cree, Dene and Métis people. Council unanimously passed an updated flag policy
that is inclusive of Indigenous flags in July.
The Willow Lake Métis Nation Flag Raising Ceremony was held on Wednesday,
August 18, at the gazebo park in Anzac. The event included Municipal
representatives and Willow Lake Métis Nation leaders as well as community
members.
The ceremony marks the first flag-raising since the passing of the Municipality’s
new Flag Policy recognizing and incorporating Indigenous community flags,
including the Willow Lake Métis Nation flag.
The RMWB is committed to implementing recommendations from the Truth and
Reconciliation Commission of Canada and looks forward to continuing this work
with all Indigenous communities.
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September 2021
Specialized Mobility Bus Service – Anzac
The Specialized Mobility Assistance Required Transportation (SMART Bus) service is available in the rural
communities! Service is available for Anzac every Wednesday. Trips can be booked between the hours listed
below.
Anzac SMART Bus hours of operation:
• Every Wednesday
• Pick-up 9:00 a.m.
• Return 2:30 p.m.
How to book the SMART Bus
Individuals with disabilities or seniors, who have no other means of transportation, can register for the service
then book trips! Completed application forms must be received before booking the service.
To begin the registration process, visit rmwb.ca/smartbus, contact the SMART Bus booking line at 780-743-
7909 or email at smartbus@rmwb.ca .
Once registered, you may book a trip by calling 780-743-7909 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.,
Monday through Friday.
Booking must be made by 12:00 p.m. the Tuesday before your trip. Clients must provide destinations for pick-
up, drop-off and return.
Please note the SMART Bus is a shared service and does not remain with the client for the duration of the visit
to Fort McMurray.
SMART Bus Fees
Rural Service is $10.00 each way. One-way trips can be provided.
Bookings for SMART Bus for rides in Fort McMurray, between the hours of pick-up and return, can be booked
for an additional $1.50/ ride.
For more information on SMART Bus, please visit rmwb.ca/smartbus
SMART Bus
Tel: (780) 743-7909
E-mail: smartbus@rmwb.ca Website: www.rmwb.ca/smartbus
10September 2021
Anzac, Conklin, Gregoire Lake Estates Schedule:
Wednesday and Friday - Trip #1
Time
Time Pick Up/Drop Off Location
9:00 a.m. Pick up Conklin RMWB Office
9:10 a.m. Pick up Conklin Corner Store
10:20 a.m. Pick Up Anzac Recreation Centre
10:35 a.m. Pick up Gregoire Lake Estates (mailboxes)
12:05 p.m. Drop off Hardin Street & MacDonald Avenue (Across from Provincial building)
12:10 p.m. Drop off Manning Avenue (AMA Parking Lot)
Drop Off
Anzac, Conklin, Gregoire Lake Estates Schedule:
Wednesday and Friday - Trip #2
Time
Time Pick Up/Drop Off Location
17:00 p.m. Pick up Manning Avenue (AMA Parking Lot)
17:05 p.m. Pick up Hardin St & MacDonald Ave (Across from Provincial Building)
17:35 p.m. Drop off Gregoire Lake Estates (mailboxes)
17:55 p.m. Drop off Anzac Recreation Centre
19:25 p.m. Drop off Conklin Corner Store
19:30 p.m. Drop off Conklin RMWB Office
11September 2021
Nomination Day reminder for Municipal and School Board
elections
Nomination Day for the 2021 municipal and school
board election is September 20, 2021. Candidates have
until noon on September 20, 2021 to file their papers.
All candidates are encouraged to file paperwork as
soon as possible. The deadline for accepting
nominations is legislated and cannot be changed or
extended.
Changes in provincial legislation have allowed candidates to file paperwork in person or by mail or courier
since January 1, 2021.
• Due to this extended nomination period, in-person appointments for nominations will be provided
in Fort McMurray.
Past practise provided multiple locations for candidates to submit their nomination paperwork.
To make arrangements to file your Nomination for Mayor and Councillors, or for Trustee for the Fort
McMurray Public School Board, please contact the Elections Office at 780.743.7001 or elections@rmwb.ca .
To make arrangements to file your nomination for the Fort McMurray Roman Catholic Separate School
Trustee, please call 780-799-5700.
There are 11 positions on RMWB Council: the Mayor, who is elected at large, and 10 Councillors, who are
elected under a ward system as follows:
• Ward 1 (Fort McMurray) - 6 Councillors
• Ward 2 (Fort Chipewyan, Fort Fitzgerald, Fort McKay) - 2 Councillors
• Ward 3 (Draper, Saprae Creek Estates) - 1 Councillor
• Ward 4 (Anzac, Conklin, Gregoire Lake Estates, Janvier) - 1 Councillor
There are 7 Trustee positions for the Fort McMurray Public School Division (FMPSD) who are elected at large.
The FMPSD encompasses the Municipality’s Wards 1 and 3, which includes Fort McMurray, Draper and
Saprae Creek Estates.
Information for interested candidates
More information for interested candidates is available at rmwb.ca/elections.
12September 2021
Know someone who could benefit from the
VPR? Spread the word!
The Vulnerable Persons Registry (VPR) is a
free, voluntary and confidential service that
helps improve the safety of vulnerable
residents living at home during emergencies.
If you know someone who is eligible, and
could benefit from having added support
during emergencies, tell them about the VPR!
Who is eligible?
The VPR is available to residents in the region who experience any of the following:
Mobility issues
Visual or hearing impairments
Developmental or cognitive impairments
Challenges related to mental health
Individuals who require electricity for life-sustaining equipment (life support, oxygen or dialysis)
Individuals registering for the Vulnerable Persons Registry must have a permanent address and at least one (1)
valid contact number on their application. Individuals who are unable to meet these criteria will not be
eligible for the registry.
To register, visit rmwb.ca/VPR or call Pulse.
For any questions, please contact Pulse!
Residents in rural communities can contact the
Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo 24/7 by
contacting Pulse via the following:
• 780-743-7000
• 1-800-973-9663 (toll-free)
• www.rmwb.ca/pulse
13September 2021
“Yay! its Summer!”
Congratulations to our winners!
Brown family - Brooks family
McCammon family - Myers family
14September 2021
Residents with Private Cisterns and Septage Systems
The RMWB would like to remind residents that maintenance of private water and sanitary
systems are the responsibility of the homeowner. Alberta Health Services (AHS) recommends
that systems be tested twice a year and cisterns cleaned and disinfected once per year.
Septage tank maintenance
Septage tanks also require proper inspection and maintenance. Here are a few points to keep
in mind:
• Have your septic tank checked annually for buildup that can reduce your tank’s
efficiency. You may need to have your tank pumped by a professional sewage hauler
every couple of years to ensure proper operation.
• Do not enter your septic tank. During the treatment process, sewage gives off
dangerous gases. Always hire a professional for tank maintenance tasks.
• Do not allow livestock, vehicles, or any type of pathway to cross over your disposal field
at any time. This practice helps prevent pipe breakage, soil compaction and excessive
freezing due to compaction during the winter months.
• Keep your treatment system area well-maintained. Trim grasses and other vegetation
short.
• Always consult your operations manual provided by the septage tank installer for
specific maintenance guidance.
Water quality
All water supplied to residents comes from the water treatment plant and has been tested to
ensure it meets quality standards and is safe to drink. The Municipality follows rigorous safety
and quality regulations, including regularly submitting samples to an AHS laboratory.
Should residents note a concern with their drinking water, please follow the steps AHS
recommends such as testing the water, ensuring maintenance has been completed, and
conducting visual inspections to rule out abnormalities. Should these steps not result in
resolution, please contact PULSE at 780-743-7000 or 1-800-973-9663.
15September 2021
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, ACTIVITIES & EVENT
16September 2021
Anzac
Public Health Services
Public Health Nurse visits occur monthly in the Anzac FCSS office.
Public Health Nurses provide:
• Well Child Clinic
• Support for families with infants
• Infant and child growth monitoring
• Breastfeeding support
• Child & adult immunizations
• Health teaching and advice
• Disease control & follow up
• School immunizations
• Take home Naloxone kits
• Seasonal influenza immunization
The Public Health Nurse will be available between
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. as follows:
September 15, 2021
Please call 780-791-6247 for more information or to book an appointment
with the Public Health Nurse. Walk-ins will also be accepted on these
dates.
Get your library requests delivered straight to your community! Simply place your hold request online and we
will make deliveries to our community lockers every Friday! Contact Miki for more info.
Did you know we offer our Homebound Services to our rural communities? Our Homebound Service brings the
library to those who are unable to visit the library, or our pickup locations in rural, in person due to a disability
or medical condition. We check out items for you based on your preferences or request, and then deliver them
to your door each Friday. When you are done, we arrange a pick up to return any items.
Want more information or to sign up yourself or someone else for this service? Reach out to Miki at
miki.mcnaughton@wbrl.ca.
Sign up for our e-newsletter and get the latest library news delivered straight to your inbox! Visit this link to sign
up: http://bit.ly/WBRLRuralNewsletter
17September 2021
P.O. Bag 1400 9809 77th Avenue, Peace River, AB T8S-1V2
Phone: 1-800-362-1360 I 780-624-2060 I Fax: 780-624-5914
www.nsd61.ca I Facebook.com/TheNorthlandSchoolDivisionI @Northland61
2021-2022 Back to School Information
Attention Parents and Guardians:
The 2021-2022 school year is just around the corner! Classes will resume on September 7, 2021.
Student Registration
For re-registration, parents or guardians have the following options for verifying information with their local school:
• Drop off the verification form.
• Email the verification form.
• Verify information via text message or phone call.
For new students, parents or guardians will need to fill a registration form and provide one of the following documents:
• Birth Certificate
• Residency Document
• Canadian Citizenship Document
• Passport
Visit www.nsd61.ca to access the registration form.
School Bus Information
All students must be registered to ride the school bus. This includes contracted buses and students attending junior high
and high school in another town. Students will not be permitted to ride the bus if they are not registered through the
Transportation Department. Visit www.nsd61.ca to access the School Bus Registration Form.
Please contact your local school for school bus times, pick-up and drop-off locations and general information. Parents or
guardians will need to provide a physical address (not a box number).
Kindergarten
The start date for kindergarten may vary from school to school. Please contact your local school to confirm the start
date.
Questions?
Please contact central office at 1-800-362-1360 or your local school. Additional information is also available on our
website at www.nsd61.ca or www.facebook.com/TheNorthlandSchoolDivision.
18September 2021
P.O. Bag 1400 9809 77th Avenue, Peace River, AB T8S-1V2
Phone: 1-800-362-1360 I 780-624-2060 I Fax: 780-624-5914
www.nsd61.ca I Facebook.com/TheNorthlandSchoolDivisionI @Northland61
Amy Savill appointed Acting Principal at Anzac Community School – Bill Woodward School
For immediate release – July 19, 2021
Northland School Division (NSD) is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy
Savill as Anzac Community School – Bill Woodward School Acting Principal. Prior to
this appointment, Amy has been Vice-Principal for both schools since the 2017-2018
school year.
“I am very excited to have this opportunity,” said Savill. “Serving as a Vice-Principal
prepared me for this increased level of responsibility. I am excited to continue
helping Anzac students achieve academic success with support from parents, staff
and community members.”
“Amy is an exceptional leader and educator,” said Dr. Nancy Spencer-Poitras,
Superintendent of Schools. “While serving as Vice-Principal, she has demonstrated
the leadership qualities we are looking for on the Northland team. She has earned
the respect of students, staff, parents and community members in Anzac. Amy has
and will continue to help NSD achieve its priorities with respect to excellence in
learning, leadership and relationships.”
The majority of Amy’s career has been with NSD. She first arrived as a student teacher at Bishop Routhier School in 2008
and then was hired on as an elementary/junior high teacher at Gift Lake School. In 2010, Amy joined the Anzac
Community School - Bill Woodward School team and has served as a teacher and as an administrator for 11 years.
Amy holds a Bachelor of Science from the Nova Scotia Agricultural College and a Bachelor of Education from the
University of Alberta (U of A). She is in the third and final year of a Master of Education degree program from the
University of Calgary.
For more information please contact Media Relations Manager Curtis Walty at 780-624-2060 ext. 6183 or
curtis.walty@nsd61.ca.
19September 2021
TEEN MOVIE NIGHT
OCTOBER 29, 2021
STARTS AT 7:30 P.M.
FAMILY BOO BASH
OCTOBER 30TH
FOLLOWED BY: SPOOKTACULAR
ADULT DANCE AT 9 P.M.
WILLOW LAKE METIS NATION
1ST ANNUAL METIS FESTIVAL
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 2021
12 PM – 6 PM at
ANZAC RECREATION CENTRE
REGISTRATION: 10:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M.
Jigging, Singing, Fiddling, Best Metis Traditional
Dress, Moose Calling Competition
12:30 pm – Crib & Horseshoe Tournament
begins.
For further information, contact WLMN Office
@ 780 334-0008 or Stella @ 780 381-7457.
20September 2021
SEPTEMBER 2021
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Sept 8th ~ Crib tournament at Camp Yogi
Sept 12th ~ Block Party at Camp Yogi
Sept 15th ~ Board meeting at AFCSS office
Sept 16th ~ Critter Races at Camp Yogi
Sept 23rd ~ Radio Bingo at Camp Yogi
Sept 28th ~ Community Luncheon at Camp Yogi
~PHOTO CONTEST ~
Our photo contest is happening now – get some great shots of the area and email them to
execdir@anzacfcss.com to win $$$ Open to youth 8-17 and adults 18+ see our photo
contest rules on our Facebook page or email admin@anzacfcss.com
MEALS ON WHEELS
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD BENEFIT FROM MEALS ON WHEELS? RECOVERING
FROM SURGERY? A SENIOR? SOMEONE WHO COULD USE SOME HELP? WE DELIVER LUNCH
MONDAY-FRIDAY. CALL (587) 644-0041 or EMAIL@anzacfcss.com
Starting August 30th office hours will be 3:00-6:00pm Monday—Friday
Please check out our Facebook page ANZAC FAMILY COMMUNITY SUPPORT SOCIETY or call
587-644-0041 for all upcoming events and activities.
**All activities are open to residents of Anzac, GLE & FMFN468**
FUNDING CONSIDERATIONS PROVIDED BY THE RMWB
21September 2021
WE ARE HIRING!!!
Anzac Family and Community Support Society
Office Administrator/Program Coordinator
This position is the sole point of contact for the majority of business and operational functions associated with
the organization.
Position Type/hours:
This is a permanent part time position offering 20-25 hours weekly. Our office is located in the community of
Anzac - #2-232 Stony Mountain Rd.
Pay Level: Depending on Experience
Closing Date: Open until successful Candidate is found
Preference will be given to local residents
Please send resumes to president@anzacfcss.com
For more information, contact AFCSS at (587)-644-0041.
To better understand the odours in
our region, the Wood Buffalo
Environmental Association (WBEA) is
asking community members to check
out our COMP app and share
information about the odours you are
experiencing.
The WBEA launched the Community Odour Monitoring Program (COMP) and the COMP App
so people could anonymously submit odour observations and track odour events in the
RMWB. The collected information is then compared to the ambient air quality parameters
measured at the WBEA’s air monitoring stations to determine if there is a relationship
between regional odours and air quality. Submitted observations can be found at
comp.wbea.org, and findings are reported to the public in an annual report. The 2020 COMP
Annual Report can be found here.
Please share your odour observations on the COMP app (available for iOS and Android
devices) and help us better understand the odours in our region!
22September 2021
Our Vision "Strong, vibrant communities where youth develop successful careers."
Our Mission “Enable youth on their path to rewarding careers.”
Check out our website:
www.careersnextgen.ca
This summer, CAREERS started off with virtual exploration workshops and quickly transitioned
to in person workshops. We were so excited to get back to the communities and were able to
connect with over 70 youth in the Wood Buffalo Region!
A very big Thank You to all of our partners and stakeholders who helped us with student
placements and exploration events this summer.
Repeatedly, the youth were reminded that education and drive can help them achieve
wonderful things!
CAREERS Spotlight
CAREERS was able to place Anzac’s very own Hunter Pratt with Wood Buffalo Arts Council
for a paid Internship. Hunter wrote an amazing blog promoting the arts in rural communities.
Check it out!
Five Reasons Why Art is Crucial to Rural Communities –
Arts Council Wood Buffalo (artscouncilwb.ca)
Coming up in the Fall
As summer ends and schools start up, we will be looking forward to doing information sessions
for High School students. If you are a teacher in the area and would like us to visit your
classroom, either in person or virtually, we would be happy to do so. Give us a call at 587-
543-0436 for more information.
Program Coordinators are available to assist you
Anika acampbell@nextgen.org Health
Junior Forest Rangers
ICT
FNMI students in Fort McMurray
Students in Fort McKay & Fort Chipewyan
Eric etheatham@nextgen.org CO-OP,
Urban School Presentations
Crystal cboers@nextgen.org RAP
WWO
Power Engineering
Students in Anzac, Janvier & Conklin
23September 2021
24September 2021
25September 2021
Happy Birthday To:
Jane Stroud September 01
Noah Klassen September 04
Grant Mcneilly September 04
Wanda Mckenzie September 07
Emily Powder September 07
Betty Haineault September 08
Dale Cheecham September 09
Dean Sexsmith September 10
Darlene Velders September 11
Ryan Lepine September 11
Tye O’Keefe September 11
Patty Chafe September 12
Paul Borek Sr. September 14
Kadence Lepine September 14
Roger Lovell September 14
Aimee McCamon September 14
Cain McKenzie-Scott September 16
Doreen Lemaigre September 17
Brooklyn Wiltzen September 19
Sam Woodward September 19
Andrea Walsh September 19
Paul Huska September 19
Barb Horsley September 20
Vicky Woodward September 21
Candace Sturgess September 21
Trudy Cockerill September 23
Anniversaries Jeremy Scott September 23
Elisha Seel September 25
Stephanie & Phil Paulson - September 1st Jason Mckenzie September 26
Rosemary & Greg Belore - September 11th Dave Platt September 26
Stacey & Dave Czibere - September 28th Faith Lovell September 29
Adam Scott September 30
Note:
If you wish to have your birthday and
anniversary published in the Willow Lake
News, please send an e-mail to Anzac
Municipal Office Staff, or call 780 334-2298.
26September 2021
ANZAC MUNICIPAL OFFICE
Please note the office is closed at this
time due to COVID-19. Staff can still be
reached via the info below
237 Stony Mountain Road, Anzac AB T0P 1J0
780- 334-2298 Pulse 780- 743-7000 or 1-800-973-9664
viola.pindog-seguin@rmwb.ca
IMPORTANT CONTACTINFORMATION
IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION
PULSE 1-800-973-9663
PULSE@RMWB.CA RMWB.CA/PULSE
(MUNICIPAL SWITCH BOARD) 780-743-7000
COMMUNITY CONTACTS: SOCIAL MEDIA:
ANZAC RECREATION CENTRE 780-793-6900
ANZAC RECREATION &
780-334-2424 @WOODBUFFALORURALCOMMUNITYCONNECTION
SOCIAL SOCIETY / BOARD
ANZAC FCSS 780-334-2450
@RMWOODBUFFALO
ANZAC SCHOOL 780-334-2271
ATCO 1-800-668-2248
@RMWOODBUFFALO
BILL WOODWARD SCHOOL 780-334-0818
CNOOC COMMUNITY
780-334-2850 MUNICIPAL OFFICE SERVICES
OFFICE
WILLOW LAKE METIS • UTILITY BILL PAYMENTS
780-334-0008
NATION • WATER AND SEWER HOOK UPS
NORTH LIFE ANZAC 780-334-0005 • ANIMAL LICENSES
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE 780-791-6247
WILLOW LAKE COMMUNITY DEADLINE FOR OCTOBER NEWSLETTER
780-334-2679 SUBMISSIONS: SEPTEMBER 24, 2021
ASSOCIATION / CAMP YOGI
HEALTH LINK 811
ALL EMERGENCIES 911
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Community events & programs Calendar
SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT
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Labor AFCSS Metis Festival
Crib 12-6 pm@
Day Tournament Anzac Rec.
Office closed @ Camp Yogi Centre
12 13 14 15 16 17 18
Anzac Critter Races
Public @ Camp Yogi
Health
Clinic
10- 3 pm
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AFCSS Radio Newsletter
Autumn Bingo @ Camp submission
begins Yogi deadline
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Community National Day
Luncheon for Truth and
Reconciliation
@ Camp
Yogi
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