City News

Section of River Street to Close for Storm Sewer Construction

June 29, 2015 – River Street from Rockwood Avenue to Pine Street will close to through traffic on Thursday, July 2, to facilitate storm sewer construction.

The work is expected to take one day to complete.

Local traffic access will be available to Grandview mall and Madeline Street North.

The construction schedule is subject to change, as various factors – such as weather – can have an impact on project timelines.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible, and those travelling in the area are...

Sponsors Sought for Aboriginal Youth Trip to China

June 27, 2015 – The Aboriginal Liaison Unit is looking for sponsors to bring 10 Aboriginal youth to Jiaozou, China, to represent the Aboriginal community and the City of Thunder Bay and Canada during opening ceremonies at an international Tai Chi competition and festival in August.

“The Aboriginal Liaison Unit was approached by Peng You, a resident of Thunder Bay and native of China, about coordinating a small delegation of six dancers and four drummers, who would share their culture with the people...

City Announces 2015 Canada Day Festivities

June 25, 2015 - The Recreation & Culture Division on Thursday announced details of the upcoming Canada Day festivities, which are scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, at Prince Arthur's Landing at Marina Park.

With past attendance estimates of over 20,000, Canada Day remains Thunder Bay's largest annual single-day event. The celebration begins at 5:30 pm with entertainment and activities for people of all ages.

"Come out and celebrate our great nation," said Laura Montgomery, Recreation & Culture...

Section of Rosslyn Road to be Closed Over the Weekend

June 25, 2015 – Rosslyn Road from Neebing Avenue to 20th Sideroad will close the weekend of June 27 and 28 to allow crews to repair a water main.

The closure is scheduled to come into effect at 8 am Saturday, June 27, and is expected to last until 8 pm on Sunday, June 28.

Local traffic will have limited access to the closed section, up to the excavation site at 1250 Rosslyn Road, where the road will be closed to all through traffic.

Residents of Rosslyn Road who live east of the Highway 61 overpass...

City Manager Retiring end of October 2015

June 23, 2015 - After seven years, City Manager Tim Commisso announced today he is retiring at the end of October 2015.

"He is a dedicated City Manager and has been an effective Administrative leader and advisor to successive City Councils," said Mayor Keith Hobbs. "On behalf of City Council and the citizens of Thunder Bay, I would like to thank Mr. Commisso for his many contributions, strong financial and strategic leadership through specific programs such as enhanced infrastructure renewal and...