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Wildfire Update: City Continues Temporary Service Suspensions as Poor Air Quality Persists
Posted on Thursday, July 16, 2026 02:35 PM
The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) in Thunder Bay remains Very High Risk today as smoke from area wildfires continues to impact air quality in the city.
The suspension of non-critical City outdoor operations and programming will continue to protect the health and safety of both staff and participants.
In addition to the temporary measures announced yesterday, including the closure of outdoor pools, splash pads, beaches and golf courses, as well as adjustments to outdoor recreation programming and...
Wildfire Update: City Adjusting Services Due to Poor Air Quality
Posted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 04:53 PM
The City of Thunder Bay recognizes that the rapidly evolving wildfire situation and the heavy smoke affecting our community have caused concern for many residents. While conditions across the region remain serious, there is currently no indication that the City of Thunder Bay is at risk of evacuation.
We continue to work closely with emergency management partners as wildfires affect communities across Northwestern Ontario, and Thunder Bay continues to play an important role in supporting...
City Temporarily Closing Pools, Beaches, Activities and Programs
Posted on Wednesday, July 15, 2026 01:09 PM
Due to current smoke conditions and the extremely poor air quality, the City of Thunder Bay is temporarily closing several outdoor activities, programs and facilities, as follows:
- Live on the Waterfront at Marina Park is cancelled tonight. Headline performer, Joce Reyome, will offer a limited seating acoustic performance in the lobby at the Thunder Bay Community Auditorium at 7:30pm (doors open at 6:45pm).
- All outdoor pools and beaches are closed today. Indoor pools are...
City of Thunder Bay Wildfire Update
Posted on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 12:05 PM
A number of active wildfires throughout the region have resulted in evacuation orders and alerts for several communities.
Residents from Armstrong, Whitesand First Nation, and Collins First Nation are currently seeking shelter in Thunder Bay.
In addition, residents of Upsala, Lac des Mille Lacs First Nation, and the surrounding area, as well as those in the Ignace, Crystal Lake, and Atikokan areas remain under evacuation alert.
Closer to Thunder Bay, three wildfires are currently being addressed...
Rhythm and Blues Night at Live on the Waterfront July 15
Posted on Tuesday, July 14, 2026 11:11 AM
Live on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, returns to the Main Stage at Marina Park this Wednesday, July 15, from 6pm – 9pm, featuring Rhythm and Blues night.
This week’s high-energy performances deliver a mix of local favourites and out-of-town talent:
- 6:00 pm – Thirsty Monks: The sound of Thirsty Monks is unmistakable: unique and loose-limbed, while simultaneously groovy. Mixing aspects of improvisational jam band with dizzying arrangement of funk and jazz, the Thirsty Monks...
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