The Rural Municipality of Wood Buffalo will host a “tranquil, welcoming and supportive” gathering in just over a month.
The Canadian Press reports that the event will mark the one-year anniversary of a wildfire that devastated Fort McMurray.
Last year’s wildfire in Fort McMurray destroyed 2,400 homes and buildings, and forced more than 80,000 people to evacuate. (Photo/The Canadian Press)
“Marking this occasion is an important step in our region’s recovery,” Mayor Melissa Blake said in a news release. “We want to provide an opportunity for friends and neighbours to come together, reflect, and share in a safe and supported community environment.”
Last year, more than 80-thousand people were forced to flee the community, as well as the whole region. All told, over 2,400 homes and other buildings were destroyed.
A report in January 2017 put the total estimated revenue at almost $8.9-billion.
The dawn-to-dusk gathering is set for Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at Fort McMurray’s Snye Park.
It starts with a community breakfast, and will feature a variety of arts, recreation, leisure and spiritual activities throughout the day.
Any business, organization or individual interested in formally participating are encouraged to email recovery@rmwb.ca.
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