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Hockey Nets to Return to Outdoor Rinks
Posted on Tuesday, February 09, 2021 09:00 AM
The City will return hockey nets to City-run outdoor rinks on Wednesday, Feb. 10. The nets may only be used by individuals to practise shooting. Sports or games (including shinny hockey) may not be practised or played under the current provincial emergency regulations. Skaters must follow Ontario’s rules and restrictions, including physical distancing, to stay safe and to allow the rinks to remain open.
By-law officers and Parks staff will proactively monitor the skating rinks and ponds, including...
City Issues Cold Weather Alert
Posted on Sunday, February 07, 2021 08:30 AM
As part of the COVID-19 Cold Weather Response Plan, the City is issuing an alert to the community because of extreme weather conditions. Environment Canada indicates there is a multi-day episode of very cold wind chills expected. Extreme wind chill values of minus 40 to minus 45 are expected tonight and Monday night.
Residents are encouraged to check in with vulnerable friends, neighbours and family to ensure they are not experiencing any difficulties related to the weather. Populations at greater...
City Requests Provincial Assistance to Support Efforts
Posted on Tuesday, February 02, 2021 07:30 AM
The City of Thunder Bay has requested immediate assistance from the Province for additional funding, support for staffing and social services for individuals experiencing homelessness and precariously housed in Thunder Bay.
To support the City’s request for assistance, the Mayor is declaring a state of emergency specific to health and social services in relation to COVID-19 as it pertains to isolation supports required for vulnerable populations, such as people who are homeless or use the community’s...
2021 Firefighter Recruitment Kicks-Off
Posted on Monday, February 01, 2021 07:00 AM
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue launched the 2021 Firefighter recruitment process today with a few changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We are pleased to announce that our recruitment process has officially begun,” said Fire Chief Greg Hankkio. “Our focus this year is to find operational savings through attrition, while at the same time maintaining adequate staffing levels within our professional fire service to meet the needs of the community.”He added that with this focus, forecasting...
Call for Nominations – 2021 Respect Awards
Posted on Monday, February 01, 2021 06:45 AM
Nominations open today for the City of Thunder Bay’s 9th annual respect. Awards. The respect. Awards, established by the Respect Initiative Working Group and sponsored by Diversity Thunder Bay, recognize individuals, businesses, or organizations that have demonstrated leadership in enhancing diversity, inclusion, equity and respect for others. Two respect. Awards will be awarded this year: one for an individual and one for an organization or business.
“These awards offer an...Contact Us
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