City News

2017 Canada Day Festivities at the Waterfront

June 20, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay is delighted to announce the upcoming Canada Day on the Waterfront presented by Ontario Power Generation.  The festivities are scheduled for Saturday, July 1, at Marina Park from 5 - 11 pm.

"With past attendance estimated at over 20,000, Canada Day remains Thunder Bay's largest annual single-day event," said Ash Young, Cultural Development & Events Supervisor. "We can't wait to kick-off the festivities beginning at 5 pm with entertainment and activities...

Community Invited to Show Support for Games Bid

June 20, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay submitted a bid proposal on June 16 to host the 2020 Special Olympics Canada Winter Games.

The bid theme is "Hearts of Gold" to highlight Thunder Bay's community spirit and the the City's 50th Golden Anniversary year in 2020. The next step is to host a site visit by Special Olympics Canada officials during the first week of July. This will include a tour of the proposed venues and a presentation by the local Bid Committee. The Games will be awarded on July...

Headliner The White Buffalo Kicks-off Live on the Waterfront Series

June 19, 2017 - The City of Thunder Bay is pleased to announce that The White Buffalo will be featured at Live on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, on July 12.

"We could not imagine a better way to kick off our summer music series," said Ash Young, Cultural Development & Events Supervisor. "Everyone working on this show is excited to present The White Buffalo, a world-class talent, at Live on the Waterfront."

Jake Smith who performs under the moniker White Buffalo is a singer,...

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Recognized by St. John Ambulance

June 15, 2017 - Thunder Bay Fire Rescues Public Education Officer, Anthony Stokaluk, has received a Provincial Certificate of Appreciation from St. John Ambulance for his assistance in establishing the home fire safety component in the St. John Ambulance grade 3 "˜We Can Help' and grade 6 "˜Lifesaver' school safety education programs. Thunder Bay Fire Rescue also supports the Camp 911 program that St. John Ambulance runs each summer.

The partnership with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue and St. John Ambulance...

Waterfront Splash Pad and Amenities Open for Season

June 15, 2017 - The Splash Pad and Water Garden Pavilion at Prince Arthur's Landing are now open for the season. Weather permitting the facilities will remain open until mid-September.

All ages are invited to enjoy the state-of-the-art Splash Pad, open daily from 11 am - 9 pm. The adjacent Water Garden Pavilion with change areas and public restrooms is also open 11 am - 9 pm daily.

Summer is almost here; celebrate at Prince Arthur's Landing.

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Contact: Tracy Hamalainen - Administrative Assistant,...