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Celebrating Crossing Guard Appreciation Day Today

Posted on Thursday, May 31, 2018 08:00 PM

June 1, 2018 - The City of Thunder Bay is once again celebrating the individuals that continue to make its crossing guard program a success with the 13th annual Crossing Guard Appreciation Day today.

The crossing guard program has been in place since 1947; currently 60 crossing guards are employed at the City of Thunder Bay.

"Our crossing guards provide safe crossing of busy City streets for students throughout Thunder Bay, year-round, rain or shine," said Michelle Riemer, Field Supervisor - Crossing...

Curbside Battery Recycling Program Returns Tuesday

Posted on Thursday, May 31, 2018 08:00 PM

June 1, 2018 - The City's Curbside Battery Recycling Program returns on June 5, giving residents an opportunity to conveniently and safely recycle spent household batteries.

"This program has proven to be a very popular and successful one," said Jason Sherband, Manager - Solid Waste and Recycling Services. "Last spring, City workers collected a little over two metric tonnes of batteries, which were shipped off and safely recycled. It's great to see residents embrace this program, and we're pleased...

Section of Edward Street to Close

Posted on Tuesday, May 29, 2018 08:00 PM

May 30, 2018 - A section of Edward Street, between Parkway Drive and Churchill Drive, will be closed due to road and watermain work starting Friday, June 1. 

Construction began on Wednesday, May 23, and allowed for southbound traffic up until this point. The road will now be closed to traffic. Construction is expected to take up to four weeks to complete.

Signs will be posted. Motorists are asked to use extra caution and obey all posted signage when travelling near the construction area.

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Fire Ban Lifted, Outdoor Burning Permits Reinstated

Posted on Monday, May 28, 2018 08:00 PM

May 29, 2018 - Thunder Bay Fire Rescue has lifted the citywide fire ban due to recent improvements in weather conditions. All valid outdoor burning permits are reinstated.

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue reminds residents that outdoor burning within the City of Thunder Bay requires a permit. Permits are valid for the calendar year in which they are purchased. Permit rules and regulations are strictly enforced, and failure to obtain a permit or follow permit rules will result in prosecution and fine.

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Arbor Day Celebrates the Value of the Urban Forest

Posted on Wednesday, May 23, 2018 08:00 PM

May 24, 2018 - Arbor Day is a chance for residents to make Thunder Bay a cleaner, greener and more beautiful place to live. Organized by the City's Parks & Open Spaces Section, Arbor Day will take place this Saturday, May 26 at 10 am, at Albany Parkette, 367 Munro St. 

The event will include the planting of large caliper trees and shrubs. There will also be an opportunity to speak with members of the EarthCare Thunder Bay's Community Greening Group and learn more about the urban forest.
  
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