City News

Solid Waste & Recycling Services Holiday Update

December 19, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay's Solid Waste & Recycling Services would like to remind residents of the upcoming initiatives and updates that the holiday season brings.

The Solid Waste & Recycling Facility's operating hours change during the holiday season. The Facility is located on the west side of Mapleward Road at 5405 Mapleward Rd., between Oliver Road and John Street Road. The holiday hours are:

Friday, Dec. 22 - Saturday, Dec. 23: 8 am - 4:30 pm
Sunday, Dec. 24: Closed
Monday,...

Call for Talent for 2018 City of Thunder Bay Events

Dec. 19, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay is inviting musicians, dance groups, children's entertainers and other stage performance acts to apply to perform at the City's annual summer events series. 
Performance opportunities include over 15 event days, with two major single-day events and two event series. All events are free to the public and collectively draw thousands of attendees.  
Talent is needed for:

Canada Day on the Waterfront (July 1) - Thunder Bay's largest annual single day...

City Launches Web Exhibit for 125 Years of City Transit

December 18, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay has launched a new online historical exhibit to commemorate the 125th anniversary of public transit in Fort William, Port Arthur and Thunder Bay. It features information and images depicting the development of city transit as it grew with the region.

Starting with the introduction of Port Arthur's electric street railway system in 1892, public transit has been a driver of local social and economic change. Resources available online include a detailed history...

Bringing the Holiday Season to Neighbourhoods

December 15, 2017 - To make the holiday brighter, Santa Claus is bringing greetings, gifts and a holiday feast to some Thunder Bay neighbourhoods. On Saturday, Dec. 16, Santa will be visiting the Bloucher/Piction/Windsor and Limbrick neighbourhoods. 

Santa will certainly be the focus of attention for the kids, but this is also an opportunity for families to come together to enjoy a festive holiday feast.

All residents of these neighbourhoods are welcome to join the holiday events that are taking...

Police Board Welcomes New Member

December 15, 2017 - The Thunder Bay Police Services Board Chair Jackie Dojack looks forward to welcoming Celina Reitberger to the Board, following her recent appointment as a representative of the Province of Ontario on the Board. Celina Reitberger replaces Mr. Allan Laakkonen, whose appointment expired earlier this year.

"Ms. Reitberger is a proud member of Fort William First Nation and longtime resident of Thunder Bay," said Jackie Dojack. "After 20 years in private practice as a lawyer, Ms. Reitberger...