The work marks the first visible step in a $15 million commitment announced last month to repair and maintain the 434-kilometre highway linking Fort McMurray and Edmonton. Try refreshing your browser, orWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, orWe apologize, but this video has failed to load. The highway’s deteriorating condition sparked public outcry earlier this year, with residents, business owners and community members calling for action. A month later, the provincial government announced $15 million in funding to address ongoing safety concerns and long-standing pressure from the community.