 Fort McMurray is about 450 km northeast of Edmonton, Alberta,
Canada. Stretching from north central Alberta to the
borders of Saskatchewan on the east and the Northwest
Territories in the north, the Regional Municipality
of Wood Buffalo ranks, by area, among the largest municipalities
in North America.
Sometimes referred to as 'Alberta's Northern Light',
it is here some of the most exceptional views of the
Aurora Borealis - a solar wind that colours the winter
night sky - are visible.
 Within
its 68,454 square kilometers, the municipality encompasses
both vast stretches of pristine wilderness and one of
the fastest growing industrial communities in Canada.
Bolstered by the rich oil sands deposits which underlie
the region, the dynamic economy of Wood Buffalo is slated
for even more aggressive growth in the future. Expanding
energy developments create exceptional opportunities
for businesses and even broader lifestyle choices for
the region's roughly 58,000 residents.
 The
Oil Sands have given Fort McMurray a population boom,
and tours of either Syncrude or Suncor Energy Mine sites
are available. Together they provide about 20 per cent
of Canada's energy needs.
While the oil sands plants are major employers, residents
are also engaged in a wide cross section of professions
and occupations. The forestry industry and tourism are
also important employers in this region.
 Due
to its northern location, Fort McMurray sees a lot of
snow, making for fun winter getaways. Snowmobile, dogsled,
and horse-drawn sleigh ride tours are all available
here.
The vast opportunities for recreation and outdoor pursuits,
residents see Fort McMurray as an excellent place to
live, raise families...and retire.
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