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Learn How Local Democracy Works at Election Information Night

Posted on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 02:26 PM

Residents who are interested in learning more about being a potential candidate, election worker, or voter in the upcoming 2026 municipal election, or are just curious about how municipal elections work, are invited to attend an upcoming Election Information Night.

The free, in-person event will take place on Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.m. at the 55 Plus Centre on River St.

The evening will begin with a short, high-level presentation, followed by an open and informal opportunity to speak...

Family at SnowDay on the Waterfront

SnowDay on the Waterfront 2026

Posted on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 09:19 AM

The City of Thunder Bay invites everyone to embrace the winter season at SnowDay on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, this Family Day – Monday, Feb. 16, at Marina Park from 11am – 4pm. Attendees can participate in a variety of fun and free activities, including voting for this year’s favourite snow sculptures. Everyone is welcome!

Snow Sculpture Competition

The much-anticipated Snow Sculpture Competition returns with four professional teams and two community group teams...

City of Thunder Bay Launches Snowplow Status Map

Posted on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 12:12 PM

February 10, 2026 - The City of Thunder Bay is improving how residents access winter road information with the launch of its new Snowplow Status Map - a near real-time, interactive tool designed to help the community stay informed and travel safely throughout the winter season.

“The Snowplow Status Map gives residents a clearer picture of what’s happening on our roads during the winter months,” said Ian Spoljarich, Manager of Roads Division. “By showing where our plows are working and when...

Development Activity Surges in 2025 With Record Results

Posted on Friday, February 06, 2026 01:42 PM

Thunder Bay experienced a strong year for development activity in 2025, with new figures showing a sharp increase in building permit construction value and faster approvals than the provincial standard.

During a presentation to the Growth Standing Committee last week, the Build Thunder Bay team highlighted the 2025 Development Report, which shows $368 million in total construction value (a 64% increase from the previous year), 1,035 building permits issued, and more than 7,600 inspections...

City of Thunder Bay introduces eBilling for property tax bills

Posted on Friday, February 06, 2026 11:37 AM

Residents will soon have a new, more convenient way to receive their property tax bills.

The City of Thunder Bay is launching eBilling for property tax accounts, allowing customers to receive their interim and final tax bills by email instead of through the mail. Customers who sign up will begin receiving their tax bills electronically starting with the 2026 Final Tax Bill.

eBilling helps ensure timely and uninterrupted delivery, reduces paper use, and allows residents to access their bills from...