The Downtown Revitalization Incentives Program aims to help eligible businesses experience the many benefits of upgrading their building façade, patio, interior spaces and more.
To date, 265 applications have been approved through the program. The current phase of the Downtown Revitalization Incentives Program is now complete. Subscribe to this page to receive any future updates for the Downtown Revitalization Incentives Program.
DRIP Program Review engagement has concluded
Thank you for participating in the review of the Downtown Revitalization Incentives Program. Your feedback will help to identify how current incentives are working for local businesses, and where the grant program can improve in the future!
The project team will conduct a full review of the feedback received and plan to present the findings at a Council meeting later this spring.
Follow this project page to stay up-to-date with the progress of this project.
For more information about the Downtown Revitalization Incentives Program visit rmwb.ca/incentives.
Survey
Complete the survey before Feb. 5 by clicking here.
If you've noticed any changes to downtown Fort McMurray, what have you noticed? Or, if you want to see more of something, share your idea here too!
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Kiyam part could use a little more trees and landscaped areas.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Love the fox statues along the river. More foxes would be great.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Rent remains high. This is a real challenge for small businesses.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
FreshCo cut down trees. Removed garbage bins. Feels safer.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Yes I love the foxes!
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Idea: Fragrant garden (plants), accessible paths, seating, signs (labels of the plants). e.g. Lake Tennant, Ferndale Wash.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Create a walking tour using the historical plaques around downtown.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Yes! Casino
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
No arenas
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Kiyam park is beautiful. Planters - amazing.
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
What about properties owned by the RMWB that are leased? How can we include these folks?
1 February, 2024
NES Response says:
Do some beautifying of flood berms along the river (Clearwater drive)
