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RMWB Specialized Transit

RMWB Specialized Transit (formerly SMART Bus — Special Mobility Assistance Required Transportation) is the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo's application-based, curb-to-curb shared transit service for eligible residents with mobility challenges who are unable to use conventional transit. It is now part of the RMWB Transit On Demand platform but remains a distinct, eligibility-gated program. It is not the same as the general Transit On Demand service.

Fort McMurray, Alberta Cash fare $2.25 per ride; 10 rides $21.25; 20 rides $42.25; one-way to Anzac or Janvier $14.00.

Contact & details

Office hours

Phone booking Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm. Service hours: Monday to Friday 5am to 11:30pm; Saturday and Sunday 6am to 11pm. Advance bookings must be made by 3:45pm the day before the appointment.

Service area

Fort McMurray urban service area, plus rural service to Anzac and Janvier

Cost

Cash fare $2.25 per ride; 10 rides $21.25; 20 rides $42.25; one-way to Anzac or Janvier $14.00.

Accessibility features

wheelchair accessiblecurb-to-curbshared ride

Services offered

Curb-to-curb shared-ride accessible transit for eligible registered riders; same-day and up to 7-days-advance booking; and rural service to Anzac (Wednesdays) and Janvier (Thursdays).

Who is eligible

Residents with mobility challenges who are unable to use regular bus service. An application package, including medical verification, is required and must be approved.

Referral requirements

Application package required, including medical verification of eligibility; apply to become a Specialized Transit rider.

Age groups served

Adults (18–64)Seniors (65+)

Disability types served

physicalcognitive

Nearby organizations

Healthcare

NEAFAN — North East Alberta FASD Network

NEAFAN (North East Alberta Fetal Alcohol Network) is one of twelve FASD Service Networks in Alberta, set up to enhance FASD services and supports for those affected by Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers. NEAFAN operates within the Wood Buffalo Municipal Area including Fort McMurray and surrounding communities.

Fort McMurray, AB
Network services; contact NEAFAN for program details.
Caregiver Resources

McMan Youth, Family & Community Services — Fort McMurray

McMan Youth, Family and Community Services Association (Edmonton and North region) provides family support, respite and disability services in Fort McMurray. McMan is a not-for-profit social service agency serving communities across northern Alberta, including Fort McMurray.

Fort McMurray, AB
Government-funded; typically no cost to eligible families.
Housing

Wood Buffalo Housing & Development Corporation

Wood Buffalo Housing & Development Corporation (WBH) is a not-for-profit organization that has provided safe, affordable housing in the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo since 2001. It offers programs for every level of housing need, including rent subsidy and community housing, near-market rentals, and seniors housing, including accessible units.

Fort McMurray, AB
Rent-geared-to-income/subsidized for eligible households; near-market rentals at listed rates.
Last verified August 18, 2026

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