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City proclaims Monarch Butterfly Appreciation Day

Posted on Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:28 AM

In recognition of the importance of pollinators like the Monarch Butterfly and the efforts of those who protect them, the City of Thunder Bay officially proclaimed Sept. 18 as Monarch Butterfly Appreciation Day.

The proclamation was made in honour of the late Dan Fulton, who created the Butterfly Garden on Adelaide Street and inspired many residents to get involved in supporting the Monarch and other pollinators.

Acting Mayor Michael Zussino made the proclamation at the Adelaide Butterfly Garden...

Ontario Culture Days Begin Sept. 20 in Thunder Bay

Posted on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 04:47 PM

The City invites everyone to participate in this year’s Ontario Culture Days, a festival that celebrates our community’s arts, culture, and creativity. The festival, running from Sept. 20 to Oct. 13, will kick off with a community event, Arts & Culture Under the Lights, at Marina Park from 6 to 9 pm. This event will be an evening of celebrating our shared cultural richness, featuring musical performances, dance, artisans, displays, and other activities that bring our community together. 

“The City...

Section of Mapleward Road closes for rehabilitation

Posted on Monday, September 16, 2024 09:59 AM

Mapleward Road will be closed between Oliver Road and the City’s Solid Waste & Recycling Facility starting today, Monday, Sept. 16.

The closure is necessary to allow for asphalt rehabilitation work, which includes asphalt removal, grading, and paving. The work is expected to take approximately one and a half weeks to complete. Traffic will be detoured around the work site using Gratton Road.

During this closure, the Solid Waste & Recycling Facility can be accessed from the north using John Street...

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Section of Walsh Street to close Sept. 15

Posted on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 10:10 AM

A section of Walsh Street between Neebing Avenue and Commerce Street will be temporarily closed to traffic on Sunday, Sept. 15 to allow for the replacement of a hydrant and water valve in the area.

This section of Walsh Street will be closed in all directions starting at 8am on Sunday. The closure is expected to last approximately 12 hours. An alternate route is available via Mary Street.

Travellers are advised to exercise caution and expect traffic delays in the area.

Online applications now open for housing grant programs

Posted on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 09:25 AM

Applications for the Housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP) grants are now available on the city’s website through the newly expanded Property and Permits Portal.

The Portal supports the City’s Digital Strategy, bringing more services fully online, available 24/7.

“Thunder Bay is growing, and we need more housing units and greater density to support that growth and improve affordability. Part of that plan includes financial incentives to develop housing,” said Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Chair of the...