City News

City of the Poppy: Commemorative Initiative Acknowledges Important Role of City in History

December 16, 2015 - Thousands of men and women from Port Arthur, Fort William, and the region served in the armed forces during the First World War. The Poppy was adopted as a national symbol of remembrance in Port Arthur at the Prince Arthur Hotel on July 6, 1921. To commemorate this significant piece of history, Thunder Bay has adopted the title "The City of the Poppy".

The City of Thunder Bay along with World War I Centennial Commemoration partners launched the City of the Poppy campaign today...

Cold Water and Ice Warning

December 16, 2015 - With cold weather now upon us, Thunder Bay Fire Rescue is encouraging parents and guardians to speak with their children about the dangers of walking on ice and exposure to ice cold water.

Ice conditions should be considered dangerous at all times, but they are especially dangerous early in the winter season as thick ice has not yet formed. Slippery shorelines and river banks should also be avoided.

"Public safety is our first priority and we want to remind residents to stay away...

Municipal Division Employees Surpass UW Campaign Goal

December 15, 2014 – Employees of the City of Thunder Bay, Superior North EMS, and Thunder Bay Public Library (TBPL) proudly pledged $227,333.49 to the United Way today following the close of the Municipal Division's 20th Annual United Way Employee Campaign – $36,233.49 over their campaign goal.

“Municipal Division employees have responded to the United Way’s urgent appeal for help due to a projected fundraising shortfall this year.  With the unbelievable support shown by our employees once again...

2015 Santa Bus Food Drive Results

December 14, 2015 - Thanks to Thunder Bay's generous citizens, the annual Santa Bus campaign has had yet another successful year, bringing in 7300 pounds of donated food for the Thunder Bay Food B

December 14, 2015 - Thanks to Thunder Bay's generous citizens, the annual Santa Bus campaign has had yet another successful year, bringing in 7300 pounds of donated food for the Thunder Bay Food Bank.

"To the citizens of Thunder Bay - thank you for your continued support of this important campaign," said...

Thunder Bay Ready to Welcome Health Care Students Home

December 11, 2015 - The City of Thunder Bay is encouraging upcoming health care professionals to choose Thunder Bay as their career location. The City will host the 15th Annual Home for the Holidays Health Care Student Reception Monday, Dec. 21, at St. Joseph's Heritage, from 12 - 2 pm. 

The Health Care Student Reception is an annual event for students from Thunder Bay studying medicine or other health care fields. Students are provided the opportunity to meet with local health care representatives...