City News

City Announces First-Ever Tech and Gaming Event

The City of Thunder Bay is inviting everyone to ‘Quest: Thunder Bay's First Annual Tech & Gaming Event’, presented by Ontario Power Generation.

The free, family-friendly event takes place on May 31 from 6 – 10 pm, and June 1 from 10 am – 7 pm at the Fort William Gardens, and offers eSports tournaments, tech and gaming activities, entertainment, and concessions.

“Quest represents something totally new for us,” said Leah Prentice, Manager – Community & Cultural Development. “It’s a great opportunity...

Leaf & Yard Waste Collection Takes Place Between May 14-24

The City of Thunder Bay’s spring curbside collection of organic leaf and yard waste will take place from May 14 - 24, on resident’s regular recycling days.

Homeowners must use Kraft paper bags for leaf and yard waste. Kraft bags are available at most hardware and grocery stores. Regular bag weight limits of 18 kg/40 lbs or less apply.

Branches and brush may also be left at the curb for collection. Bundles of branches must be less than one metre (39 inches) long and no more than 61 cm or (24 inches)...

Temporary Closure of Boulevard Dam Pedestrian Walkway

The pedestrian walkway at the top of the Boulevard Lake Dam will be closed on Monday, May 13; Tuesday, May 14; Tuesday, May 21, and Wednesday, May 22.

The purpose of the closure is to do maintenance and repairs to the deck top of the walkway. 

For an alternate route, utilize the trail to Cumberland Street. Signs will be posted indicating that the walking route is closed while repairs are underway.

 

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Contact: Mike Vogrig – Project Engineer, 625-4321

Everyone Matters Day Kicked-off in Thunder Bay

The City of Thunder Bay’s Crime Prevention Council and respect. Initiative, in partnership with Lakehead Public Schools, kicked-off Thunder Bay’s 4th Annual Everyone Matters Day Campaign today. The global inclusiveness campaign encourages us to not judge or stereotype others, to respect humanity, and emphasizes that everyone has the right to be respected and be who they are.

“Everyone Matters Day is a reminder to our community to support and celebrate everyone’s equal right to dignity and respect,”...

City Archives Celebrates Women’s History

Do you know a woman whose role in Thunder Bay’s history should be celebrated? The City Archives is now accepting nominations to their Women’s History Month exhibit. The exhibit was launched in 2013 to celebrate women who have made a contribution to Thunder Bay’s history. New profiles of women are added to the exhibit during Women’s History Month in October.

“Every year the variety of the contributions these women make to our life changes,” said Matt Szybalski, City Archivist. “For example last year...