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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, Alberta Rent-geared-to-income/subsidized for eligible households; near-market rentals at listed rates.
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Contact & details

Office hours

Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4pm (closed daily 12:00pm to 12:30pm for lunch).

Address

9915 Franklin Avenue, Suite 9011, Fort McMurray, AB T9H 2K4

Service area

Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo

Cost

Rent-geared-to-income/subsidized for eligible households; near-market rentals at listed rates.

Accessibility features

wheelchair accessible (per 211 Alberta listing)

Services offered

Rent subsidy and community (rent-geared-to-income) housing; near-market rentals; seniors independent living and lodge housing; the Temporary Rent Assistance Benefit; and accessible units where available.

Who is eligible

Wood Buffalo residents in housing need. Eligibility for rent subsidy and community housing is determined through WBH's eligibility check; near-market rentals are open to broader applicants.

Referral requirements

Apply online via the WBH Applicant Portal; complete the eligibility check for subsidized programs.

Age groups served

All agesSeniors (65+)

Nearby organizations

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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.
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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, AB
Cash fare $2.25 per ride; 10 rides $21.25; 20 rides $42.25; one-way to Anzac or Janvier $14.00.
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Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (Autism RMWB)

The Autism Society of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (Autism RMWB) is a local, community-based organization in Fort McMurray that creates an inclusive community through programs supporting autistic individuals and all those living with neurodiversity and disabilities, and supports their families across their lifespan. This is the local Wood Buffalo organization and is distinct from the national Autism Society Canada.

Fort McMurray, AB
Community-based; contact the organization for program details.
Last verified August 18, 2026

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