Hey there, Cold Lake! ⛵️ 

In this week’s edition, we’re unpacking a mixed job report for our region—more jobs, but also a small rise in unemployment. Plus, Cold Lake City Council is backing a major grant to expand an Indigenous-led recovery program with strong local impact. You’ll also find events for the May Long Weekend, real estate highlights, and where to fill your tank before prices jump!

Let’s get into it 👇

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📰 News

Unemployment Rises Slightly in Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake Region Despite Job Growth

Unemployment in the Wood Buffalo–Cold Lake region rose to 5.9% in April, despite an increase of 1,800 people in the labour force and 1,000 new jobs. Full-time employment climbed, while part-time jobs declined. Gains were seen in oil and gas, sales, education, and public administration. However, construction, health care, and professional services saw losses. Alberta added 15,000 jobs overall, with provincial unemployment holding steady at 7.1%. Nationally, unemployment ticked up to 6.9%. The local participation rate also grew, indicating more residents are entering or re-entering the workforce.

Read more here 📋️ 

Cold Lake Council Backs Indigenous-Led Recovery Program Grant

Cold Lake City Council has endorsed a $100,000 funding request by the Cold Lake Native Friendship Centre to expand a culturally relevant recovery program blending Indigenous healing and western methods. Based on the successful Kokum’s House model, the program has helped 63 men since March 2024 through recovery, employment, and housing. The funding would formalize programming, train staff, and strengthen cultural components like land-based healing and elder guidance. The City provided a letter of support for the grant, which will be submitted to Alberta Mental Health and Addiction.

Read more here 📰 

Cold Lake Council Approves Urgent Support for Homeless Shelter Funding

Cold Lake City Council held a special meeting on April 29 to urgently approve a letter of support for the John Howard Society’s homeless shelter. The letter, required for a provincial wildfire grant, ensures continued funding for the city’s only shelter through October 2025. The grant supports daily operations, including overnight coverage, and addresses increased summer demand. The city met a tight 24-hour deadline to submit the necessary documents, helping the shelter stay eligible for critical operational funding during the busiest season.

See more here 📰 

🌆 Events

May 16th - 🖍️ Colourful Experiences

May 17th (Saturday) - 🚗 Car Wash @ Ecole Voyager (9am-3pm)

May 15th - 19th - 🚵 Mach 1’s May Long Weekend Bike Sale

Have an event you want shared? Respond to this email or email us at [email protected] with the details!

🏘️ Real Estate

This STUNNING house is for sale on Lakeshore Drive for $1.285m - its worth a look, you can see it here 🏡 

Other Recent Listings:
$192,000 4712 48th Street
$484,900 6721 Tri City WY
$324,000 2034 5th Ave

⛽️ Gas Prices

Low gas price of the day: (as of writing this tonight May 14th) all gas stations are tied at 126.9 - Except Shell!

Make sure to gas up before the May Long weekend gas price effect kicks in!

See all gas prices here 🔗 

That’s a Wrap 🌯 

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