FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. – Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking for the public’s assistance in identifying the those responsible for damaging several referendum signs throughout Fort McMurray. On Oct. 8, 2026, RCMP received a report that seven signs relating to the upcoming Oct. 19 referendum had been damaged with spray paint, sometime between Sept. 29 and Oct. 4.
The affected signs were located at the following locations:
- Two along Thickwood Boulevard;
- Two along Confederation Drive;
- One on Hospital Street;
- One on MacKenzie Boulevard; and
- One along Highway 63, across from the dump station.
A total of 11 signs had been placed at locations around the communities with permission from Elections Alberta and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo. Seven were reported damaged. The damaged signs have since been repaired.
Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking anyone who witnessed suspicious activity near any of these locations, has relevant surveillance or dash camera footage, or has information that could assist with the investigation to contact police. Anyone with information is asked to contact Wood Buffalo RCMP at 780-788-4040.
