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Work to begin at Memorial Avenue and Harbour Expressway
Posted on Thursday, May 16, 2024 03:01 PM
Beginning Tuesday May 21, travelers will experience some delays and closures as work proceeds at the Memorial Avenue and Harbour Expressway intersection.
Partial lane closures will be in place at the intersection for several weeks. The work is scheduled for completion in late June, dependent on weather and other construction factors.
Work requiring the full closure of the intersection will happen in the evening and overnight hours to minimize disruption to the public. Full closures of the...
City Council hires new City Manager
Posted on Wednesday, May 15, 2024 03:13 PM
Following an extensive candidate search and a rigorous selection process, City Council today announced the hiring of John Collin as the new City Manager, effective June 17.
Collin brings 40 years of leadership and management experience to the role. His path began with a 35-year career in the Canadian Armed Forces, culminating at the rank of Major-General. His military service saw him engaged in many domestic and overseas operations, as well as important positions teaching others and developing...
Work begins on Vickers Park inclusive play hub
Posted on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 01:07 PM
Work on Thunder Bay’s second inclusive play hub has begun, replacing the Vickers Park playground with improved and expanded equipment.
This project will fulfill the City’s plans to provide fully accessible playgrounds in Thunder Bay’s north and south ends, building on the successful launch of the inclusive play hub at Boulevard Lake in 2022. The new equipment will allow people of all ages and abilities to use the playground.
Work is scheduled for completion in late June, dependent on weather...

Plans outline roadmap to electrify Transit, municipal fleet
Posted on Friday, May 10, 2024 03:26 PM
The City of Thunder Bay has released plans for a phased approach to transition to electric vehicles for Thunder Bay Transit and the municipal fleet.
The Transit Zero Emissions Transition Plan and the Municipal Fleet Zero Emissions Transition Plan will be presented to City Council as a first report on Monday, May 13.
Putting the plans in place will allow the City to access future funding for electric vehicles (EVs) and supportive infrastructure like charging stations, building on millions of...
Free compost available to residents beginning May 9
Posted on Thursday, May 09, 2024 03:28 PM
Free compost is now available at the Solid Waste and Recycling Facility, for all residents - while quantities last, weather permitting.
“With the mild weather this spring, residents have been awaiting the opening of our compost pick-up,” said Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services. “The leaf and yard waste that comes in from our curbside collection programs is blended with organic waste, and then composted to create a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers for use in...
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