The Fort McMurray Airport Authority (FMAA) is responsible to manage and operate the Fort McMurray Airport. As an authority under the Regional Airport Authorities Act, it will operate at arms' length from the Municipality; however, the Municipality, as an appointer, has the responsibility to appoint three members to the Authority.

Core competencies for the FMAA include experience with air transportation, finance, strategic planning/risk management, government relations and law.

Responsibilities:
The Fort McMurray Airport Authority is responsible to manage and operate the Fort McMurray Airport. As an authority under the Regional Airport Authorities Act, it will operate at arms’ length from the Municipality; however the Municipality, as an appointer, has the responsibility to appoint three members to the Authority. Along with the Municipality, the Oil Sands Developers Group Association, Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce and the Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 1505 are also appointers to the Authority. Appointed Directors are expected to act in responsible and ethical manner abiding by the applicable act (Regional Airports Authority Act, Appendix I By-law) and Board regulations.

The Board has a policy for the recruiting process whereby the Chair will contact the appointers early in the process with suggestions of the type of background that would add value to the mix of current board skills and capabilities.

Collection of Demographic Information: Demographic information is collected through the application process to enhance the recruitment and selection process and reduce barriers for equity-deserving groups.

Collection of Personal Information: The personal information you provide when applying for this board/committee is being collected under the authority of Section 4(c) of the Alberta Protection of Privacy Act. The personal information is used to determine your suitability for the board/committee and, if you're appointed, this information will be kept on file in the Legislative Services office during your term of appointment. After your appointment, your information will be disclosed in accordance with Section 13(1) of the Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information, contact Legislative Services, 7th Floor Jubilee Centre, 9909 Franklin Ave T9H 2K4, or call 780-743-7001.

Term Limit: Four-year terms, limited to two consecutive terms, then one-year break.