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On November 17, 2010 the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo was re-designated as a Safe Community by the World Health Organization for the third time. In 1995 we were the first North American community to receive this designation.
128 people attended the ceremony to celebrate the region’s success in injury prevention through ongoing cooperation and sustainability. Six key indicators were evaluated by WHO to ensure that our region is effective in promoting a better quality of life within the community:
- Partnerships and collaboration
- Long-term sustainable programs
- Programs targeting high risk and vulnerable groups
- Documentation of injury statistics
- Evaluation of programs
- Participation in national and international networks
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Paul Kells, Safe Communities Canada, presents the WHO Flag and Plaque to Deputy Mayor Mike Allen
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Dignitaries sign the WHO Agreement for Safe Communities
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Paul Kells and Deputy Mayor Mike Allen
cut the cake
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Kimberly Timmons accepts the Ambassador
for Safety Award – Volunteer
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Ron Barauskas, Suncor Energy,
accepts the Ambassador for Safety Award – Business Partner
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Deputy Mayor Mike Allen, RMWB, accepts the
Ambassador for Safety Award – Community Service Partner
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Dr. Clark Aboriginal Drummers perform during signing of Agreement
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