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Free Compost Now Available to Residents

Posted on Thursday, May 20, 2021 09:45 AM

Weather permitting, compost is now available to all residents at no charge at the Solid Waste and Recycling Facility while quantities last.

Access to the compost pick-up area is on John Street Rd, between Mapleward Rd and Gratton Rd. Hours are Monday to Friday from 8 am – 5:30 pm, and Saturday from 8 am – 3:30 pm.

A maximum of three vehicles are permitted inside the loading area at one time. Residents are also reminded to practise physical distancing in the compost area and not to visit the site if...

Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Scheduled for May 18 -28

Posted on Thursday, May 13, 2021 07:30 AM

The City of Thunder Bay’s spring curbside collection of organic leaf and yard waste will take place from May 18 – 28, on residents’ regular recycling days. 

Homeowners must use Kraft (paper bags) for leaf and yard waste. Kraft bags are available at most hardware and grocery stores. Each filled bag must weigh less than 18 kg (40 lbs.). 

Branches and brush may also be left at the curb for collection. Bundles of branches must be less than one metre (39 inches) long and no more than 61 cm or...

Youth Week Thunder Bay May 1 to 7 2021. Check out the free events!

City Announces National Youth Week’s Virtual Programming

Posted on Thursday, April 29, 2021 04:45 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is excited to host virtual programming once again this year in celebration of National Youth Week from May 1 to May 7. The Recreation and Culture Division, along with other community partners, has arranged different virtual events for youth ages 12–24 to participate in throughout the week with a focus on well-being. All events are free to attend. 

“We may have had to go virtual this year, but that won’t stop us from having fun and engaging with youth from Thunder...

Notice of Surplus Lands

Posted on Thursday, April 01, 2021 12:45 PM

Notice is hereby given that the Council of The Corporation of the City of Thunder Bay, at its meeting held on Monday, March 22, 2021, declared the following land and easement interests surplus to the City's requirements:

  • (C129) The City’s easement interest in a portion of the vacant lands on Dease Street located between 1550 & 1600 Dease Street, containing a site area of approximately 348.23 m2 (3,748.25ft2) and legally described as a closed portion of Selkirk Street, Plan WM-3 be released and...

Waste Collection Changes for Week Before Easter

Posted on Thursday, March 25, 2021 11:30 AM

Curbside waste collection dates, city wide, will change next week due to Good Friday.

Garbage and recycling collection will move one day earlier next week, starting on March 29, for all residents. There will be no collection on Good Friday.

The following are the Easter holiday waste collection changes:

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