Fort McMurray Matters is a half-hour locally produced, locally hosted interview program that focuses on the issues and events that impact the people of Fort McMurray and the Wood Buffalo region. You can hear new episodes on play 103.7 every weekday at noon.
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Fort McMurray Matters is a half-hour locally produced, locally hosted interview program that focuses on the issues and events that impact the people of Fort McMurray and the Wood Buffalo region. You can hear new episodes on Mix 103.7 every weekday at noon.
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Former Deputy Premier of Alberta Thomas Lukaszuk checks in with his thoughts on current affairs in Alberta.Di play 103.7
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Lots to do in Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo on Canada Day!Di play 103.7
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School's out! That means it's time to head down to the Wood Buffalo Regional Library for some fun all summer long!Also on the show, the long weekend forecast.Di play 103.7
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YMM celebrates Canadain Airports Worker's Day.Wood Buffalo RCMP with some tips on long weekend safety.Di play 103.7
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With the Canada Day long weekend coming up, we hear about fireworks bylaws in the RMWB and Fort McMurray Forest Area. We also hear how drought is impacting agriculture, and therefore, making summer grilling season that much more challenging.Di play 103.7
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We hear from both the Public and Catholic School Divisions on the end of the school year. We also hear from the Alberta Teachers' Association on a concerning report of fewer teachers for next school year.Di play 103.7
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To celebrate and recognize National Indigenous People's Day, we replay some of the best moments on the show with Indigenous leaders and storytellers, such as Chief Alan Adam, Elder Robert Cree, and Richard Van Camp.Di play 103.7
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Eugene Carnegie from Keyano Theatre joins us to discuss the 2024/25 entertainment lineup and some new policies in place.Di play 103.7
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Jason Schilling from the Alberta Teachers' Association joins us to discuss a new provincial ban on cell phones in the classroom. We also hear from the Autism Society of Wood Buffalo about their annual Santa Fun Run and the RCMP about an upcoming Bike Rodeo.Di play 103.7
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Former Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk once again joins us to talk politics.Di play 103.7
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We tee up Family Safety Day in Fort McMurray.Di play 103.7
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St. Aidan's Society joins the show to talk about Family Safety Day.The Fort McKay First Nation is hosting Ice Cream Fridays for the rest of the summer. And Keyano College is getting a big boost to their haul truck training program.Di play 103.7
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Emily Smith from Alberta Wildfire joins the show to discuss Family Safety Day. Paradigm Events is hosting an Oilers Watch Party for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final. There will be lots to do on Canada Day weekend over at Mac Island Park!Di play 103.7
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Lorna Ash from Local HERO Foundations joins the show to talk about Family Safety Day.Richard Van Camp also joins the show tot alk about a pair of events he will be taking part in next week in Fort McMurray.Di play 103.7
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Fort McMurray is an age-friendly community!Fort City Church is hosting their annual Father's Day Car Show.Family Safety Day is coming up on Saturday.Di play 103.7
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RMWB's Heavy Item Pickup/Big Bin events, Rock the Rails, and YMM's 10th anniversary of the new terminal celebrations.Di play 103.7
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Matt Dekker from the Fort McMurray Oil Barons joins the show to talk about the latest Fort McMurray Oil Barons news, the NHL playoffs, and the hot-start from the Fort McMurray Giants.Di play 103.7
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Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta joins the show to talk about this month's ParticipACTION campaign. We also hear from Reagan Gale from Pinkney Financial on the Bank of Canada's decision to lower the key interest rate. Lastly, Anzac is hosting their 2nd annual community garage sale on the weekend.Di play 103.7
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Ihkapaskwa Collective joins the show to talk about their appearance on APTN's 'Bear's Lair' coming up in July. We also hear from the RMWB on their plans for the Canada Day Parade and how organizations can register their float. Lastly, Father Beauregard is hosting a garage sale on the weekend.Di play 103.7
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Jeep Owners Appreciation Day is coming up on Saturday.A walk for Brain Tumour Awareness is coming up on Saturday as well. Lastly, RMWB is looking for your input on a handful of surveys and studies that are currently underway.Di play 103.7
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There's a Learner's License driving course beginning in Fort McKay next week. Is your home eligible for FireSmart rebates?It's construction season in Fort McMurray, and we hear about the projects underway.Di play 103.7
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Salvation Army's Christmas in June Fundraiser is coming up very soon. Pride Month kicks off Saturday with Pride YMM's opening ceremonies. And Winky Day is coming up on Sunday!Di play 103.7
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A weekly Farmer's Market is coming to Fort McMurray beginning Saturday!The Heart of Wood Buffalo Excellence Awards Gala takes place Thursday night. And Metis Fest is coming up this weekend.Di play 103.7
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Athabasca Tribal Council is holding their Golf Classic this week. The Multicultural Association of Wood Buffalo is holding their Multiculturalism Day Festival on Saturday. Lastly, The Alberta Teachers' Association joins the show to discuss a concerning trend in funding public education.Di play 103.7
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An exciting event is coming to the Fort McMurray Airport!Also, Keyano College is hosting a Jr. Huskies Volleyball camp.Di play 103.7
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Joe Ellison from the Fort McMurray Giants joins us to discuss the upcoming WCBL season.We also hear from Dianna De Sousa from the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce on a wide array of topics, including their upcoming AGM.Di play 103.7
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A BIG Announcement + What would you quickly spend 400.00 on?Di play 103.7
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10-year-old piano phenom Bentley Penn joins the show to talk about an upcoming concert he has in Fort McMurray.We also hear from the Northern Lights Regional Health Foundation on their Spring Fling event, and the Centre of Hope on their Hope in the Dark awareness event.Di play 103.7
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Matt Dekker from the Fort McMurray Oil Barons joins us once again to talk about the NHL playoffs. We also discuss some Oil Barons news and the Fort McMurray Giants season that's about to start up.Di play 103.7
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We preview the IG Wealth Management Walk for Alzheimer's coming up on the weekend.We also hear from the Justin Slade Youth Foundation on their Block Party coming up on July 1.Di play 103.7
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Rolando Hyman from XY Spark joins the show to discuss a couple of events coming to Fort McMurray focusing on Men's Mental Health.Di play 103.7
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Wednesday's provincial wildfire update aired on Fort McMurray Matters.Di play 103.7
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RMWB Fire Marshal Nick Brenner joins the show to discuss the Home Fire Safety ProgramHanna Fridhed from Pride YMM also joins us to discuss the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia. Lastly, Karla Buffalo joins the show to discuss the Athabasca Tribal Council's Cultural Festival and a historic partnership that was recently s…
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Josée St. Onge from Alberta Wildfire joins the show to discuss the current wildfire situation. Evan Dizak from Waypoints on Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Nicole Andrews from the Wood Buffalo Public Library on a variety of programs they are offering.Di play 103.7
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It's hot and windy in Fort McMurray! Environment Canada Meteorologist Natalie Hazel joins the show to discuss when we could see some rain. The Wildlife Festival is in town at Mac Island this weekend! Lastly, Wood Buffalo RCMP Staff Sergeant Sabrina Clayton joins the show to talk about some local crime, as well as the RCMP's new Call Back Unit.…
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Big Brothers Big Sisters Poutine Week is underway!Also, the Hunt Mania Gun Show is coming up this weekend, and it's time to register for the Hues for Humanity 5K run/walk coming up June 1!Di play 103.7
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We hear from RMHC Alberta about McHappy Day, taking place on May 8. Rienna Davey from the Willow Lake Metis Nation joins us to talk about a fire safety community cleanup happening on the Willow Lake Metis Nation on Thursday, May 9. Lastly, Dylan Elias, the head coach of the Northern Spirits all-girls football team, joins the show to talk about thei…
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Matt Dekker from the Fort McMurray Oil Barons joins the show to discuss spring camps, as well as offer his predictions for round two of the NHL playoffs.Di play 103.7
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Former Alberta Deputy Premier Thomas Lukaszuk joins the show to talk about a wide variety of federal and provincial political topics.Di play 103.7
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Wood Buffalo RCMP Chief Superintendent Mark Hancock's full conversation with host, Ryan McNally.Di play 103.7
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Mayor Sandy Bowman, Regional Fire Chief Jody Butz, and Wood Buffalo RCMP Chief Superintendent Mark Hancock join the show to remember the events of the 2016 wildfires.Di play 103.7
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Mayor Sandy Bowman, Fort McMurray Matters Executive Director Dianna De Sousa, and Minister of Energy and Minerals Brian Jean all join the show to applaud the completion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline Expansion Project.Di play 103.7
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The Alberta Teachers' Association has some issues with the social studies curriculum being rolled out.The Wood Buffalo Food Bank had a big Spring Food Drive over the weekend. Lastly, International Female Ride Day is on Saturday, and there's an event in Fort McMurray to celebrate.Di play 103.7
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The Stollery Children's Hospital Foundation Mighty Millions Lottery is back! Make sure you get your tickets before the May 3, 2024 deadline!As well, a new exhibit is coming to the Fort McMurray International Airport.Di play 103.7
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Vanessa MacNevin from the Northern Lights Regional Health Foundation joins us to talk about how they will benefit from this year's Tim Hortons Smile Cookie Campaign. Emily Smith from Alberta Wildfire on flying drones near wildfires and why that's a bad idea.Lastly, Mark Holzer from Canadian Red Cross on preparing for wildfire season.…
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We hear from Omer Hussein, Laila Goodridge, and Brian Jean on National Day of Mourning.Di play 103.7
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We hear from two families who made the decision to donate their family members' organs after their passing.Alberta Health Services also joins the show to talk about the need for Alberta residents to register to donate their organs and tissue.Di play 103.7
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Dawn White's full interview for National Organ and Tissue Donation Week.Di play 103.7
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Keyano Theatre joins the show to preview their latest production: Les Liaisons Dangereuses. Show times include April 26 and 27, as well as May 2, 3, and 4.Di play 103.7
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