We have compiled a short list of useful links and contacts for Irish people residing in Fort McMurray.
Other links relevant to the whole of Canada can be found here. Please get in touch with us if you have any suggestions for making this list more comprehensive and useful for the Irish in Fort McMurray.
Irish in Fort McMurray — Useful links
– Fort McMurray Shamrocks GAA club began solely with a Gaelic Football team, but in 2013 fielded its first hurling side. Contact Gary Dolan ([email protected]) or Shane Gilhooley ([email protected]) for more information.
– The Brady Academy of Irish Dance is a competitive Irish dance academy, with students ranging from age 4 to adulthood. Dancers have the opportunity to perform at community events and travel for competition. Tel: 780.713.1113; email: [email protected]
– This article from Celtic Connection magazine documents an Irish emigrant’s experience of moving to and working in Fort McMurray. – The Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce.
– A chat forum for newcomers to Fort McMurray.
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