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Free compost available to residents

Posted on Friday, May 19, 2023 05:09 PM

Compost is available to all residents at no charge at the Solid Waste and Recycling Facility while quantities last, weather permitting, beginning today.

“We’re happy to again offer free compost to all residents,” said Jason Sherband, Manager – Solid Waste & Recycling Services. “The leaf and yard waste that’s picked up during our curbside collection programs is blended with organic waste and composted to create a sustainable alternative to chemical fertilizers for use in landscaping, flower beds...

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City Presents QUEST: Tech & Gaming Event

Posted on Monday, May 08, 2023 10:56 AM

Join the City of Thunder Bay for QUEST: Tech & Gaming, a free interactive STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, & math) based event presented by Ontario Power Generation.

Come out for two action-packed days at Fort William Gardens on Friday, May 12 from 4 - 8 pm and Saturday, May 13 from 10 am - 4 pm. Dive into cutting-edge workshops with Science North, experience virtual reality gaming, meet “Spot” the robotic dog from Ontario Power Generation, and explore much more at this exciting...

PRO Kids Community Partners at Celebration Breakfast

PRO Kids Hosts 25th Anniversary Partner Recognition Brunch

Posted on Tuesday, April 25, 2023 04:56 PM

A Partner Recognition Brunch was hosted by PRO Kids on Sunday, April 23, to recognize and honour the recreational activity partners who have helped make a difference in the lives of local children and youth.

The event, which took place at the Best Western Plus Nor’Wester Hotel and Conference Centre, marked a major milestone for PRO Kids as the organization celebrates 25 years of providing Positive Recreation Opportunities for kids in need. Since 1998, PRO Kids has placed over 27,000 local...

Candidate financials posted online

Posted on Wednesday, April 19, 2023 01:49 PM

 Candidate financial statements for all council and school board candidates from the 2022 Municipal and School Board Election have been officially posted online today as required by the Municipal Elections Act.

Returning Officer Krista Power said that after the end of the campaign period, candidates and registered third party advertisers must file a financial statement and auditor’s report (if required) disclosing all contributions and expenses for their campaigns.

The deadline to file financial...

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Thunder Bay under winter storm warning

Posted on Tuesday, April 04, 2023 04:43 PM

Environment Canada has issued a winter storm warning for the City of Thunder Bay beginning this evening and extending into Wednesday. Snow and ice pellet accumulations of 15 to 25 centimetres are expected and rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult.

Be prepared for winter driving conditions:

  • Slow down,
  • Give other vehicles lots of room,
  • Have patience with other drivers, and
  • Pay extra attention for pedestrians and cyclists.

Please be careful when approaching a plow or sander and give them...