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Fort McMurray, AB – August 20, 2025 – Share the Win, Share the Impact. The Winning Split 50/50 Raffle is officially live—offering participants a chance to win big while supporting two essential local organizations: Local HERO Foundation and the Canadian Mental Health Association – Wood …

May 3, 2025 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Local HERO Foundation Announces Transformative Partnership with Inter Pipeline Fort McMurray, AB — The Local Helicopter Emergency Response Organization (HERO) Foundation is proud to announce a significant commitment from Inter Pipeline (IPL). IPL has pledged $225,000 over three years …

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE(Fort McMurray – Wood Buffalo):”Fort McMurray, Get Ready to Be Dazzled by a ‘Must-See Holiday Light Display,’ Supporting the Local HERO Foundation!” Now in its 9th year, the Tupper Family Light Show is back, ready to ignite your festive spirit with its spectacular …

In 2023 alone, the Local HERO Foundation answered 92 emergency calls, and logged 86 mission hours to rural and remote areas. Our helicopter emergency medical service (HEMS) remains the only one in our region, providing critical care and rapid transport when time matters most. Thanks …

June 11, 2024Wheels & Wings: Local Helicopter Emergency Response Organization Foundation’s Annual Car Show Presented by NAPA Auto Parts Fort McMurray Debuts New Name and Location. The Wheels & Wings Annual Charity Car Show, presented by NAPA Auto Parts FortMcMurray, will be held on July …

HAVE YOU SEEN THIS LIFESAVER IN YOUR SKY? Did you know the Local HERO (Helicopter Emergency Response Organization) Foundation is a vital charity making a life-saving difference in the Wood Buffalo region since 2013? Over 500 critically ill or seriously injured patients have been flown …

The Local HERO Foundation would like to send a huge thank you to Mayor and Council for their support of the Region’s only life-saving helicopter medevac service. The Community Investment Program funds will help ensure continuation of this vital service, with a crew and helicopter …

The Local HERO Foundation was extremely pleased to be chosen as the recipient of a cheque for $10,000 from local Nav Canada control tower personnel. Branches of the Canadian Air Traffic Control Association across the country had donated to the Fort McMurray International Airport branch …