Community Services Department

Service offers:

• various programs and services through partnerships and strategic alliances

Culture and Social Development:

• facilitates the development and sustainability of community-based organizations by leveraging resources to address areas of greatest need
• conducts research to identify social issues and needs within the region in support of social policy planning and program development, including Public Art and Heritage
• offers the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) program
• provides support to the Emergency Social Services Department

Community Strategies:

• works together with community members to improve the quality of life in the region
• including Beautification, Culture, Facilities, and Recreation
• publishes the Community Guide to Recreation, Culture and Social Services

Community Investment Program:

• provides financial assistance to a number of community based groups and non-profit organizations that are responsible for the delivery of various recreational, cultural, and social programs and services
• development and operation of community facilities
• organization of major community events

Crime Prevention Community Liaison

• a program that develops and supports initiatives that contribute to community safety, security, and resilience, including the implementation of Wood Buffalo's Crime Prevention and Reduction Plan