City News

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue Issues a Fire Ban

July 14, 2026 – Due to the extreme fire hazard, a Fire Ban is now in effect in the City of Thunder Bay. All fire permits are suspended and the following are prohibited:

• all open air burning
• campfires and recreational fires
• fireworks

Violators will be issued a minimum fine of $583.05 as per the user fee by-law (City of Thunder Bay By-law 42-2026 Schedule U).

Residents are to use extreme caution, avoid activities that create sparks, and to dispose of cigarettes safely. To protect households from...

City and Community Partners Expand Supports During Current Heat Warning

The City of Thunder Bay is advising residents to take precautions during the current period of extreme heat after Environment Canada issued a heat warning for the region.

Forecasted daytime highs in the low- to mid-30s, overnight temperatures offering little relief, and humidex values approaching 40 can increase the risk of heat-related illness, particularly for seniors, young children, individuals with chronic health conditions, outdoor workers, people experiencing homelessness, and others who...

City Receives Award for 2026 Budget Presentation

For the second year in a row, the City of Thunder Bay has received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) for its 2026 Budget.

The award encourages municipal governments across Canada to prepare budget documents and presentations that meet nationally recognized guidelines for effective budget presentation. To earn this recognition, budget documents must serve as a policy document, a financial plan, an operations guide, as well as enhance...

Harbour Expressway Turn Lane to Close on July 7

The eastbound left-turn lane at the intersection of Harbour Expressway and Golf Links Road will be temporarily closed on Tuesday, July 7 to allow crews to pave a new additional turn lane at this intersection.

The existing turn lane is expected to reopen by 5:00 pm on July 7. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and use alternate routes while the closure is in place.

The work is part of an intersection improvement project that will add a second eastbound left-turn lane on the Harbour Expressway....