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Coalition to End Human Trafficking Hosts Awareness Event

Posted on Friday, February 22, 2019 07:00 AM

The Thunder Bay Coalition to End Human Trafficking hosted an awareness event at Intercity Shopping Centre today to provide the public with information about human trafficking and affiliated community resources. The goal was to engage the public about human trafficking and the importance of specific and specialized services.

Since 2007, February 22 is annually recognized as National Human Trafficking Awareness Day, which is a day to promote awareness regarding the severity of modern day slavery in...

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City Events Call for Vendors, Artists, Community Groups and Talent

Posted on Friday, February 22, 2019 04:15 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is inviting food vendors, product and service vendors, artists, artisans, and community groups to apply to participate at the City’s annual events series. An Open Call for Talent is also available for the upcoming season.

Various participation opportunities include over 22 event days, with two major single-day events and two event series. All events are free to the public and collectively draw thousands of attendees.

Annual events include:

  • Kite Festival: June 9 –...

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2019 Respect Award Nominations Open

Posted on Friday, February 15, 2019 07:45 AM

Nominations open today for the City of Thunder Bay’s seventh annual respect. Award. The Respect Initiative Working Group is calling for nominations for the 2019 award, which is sponsored by Diversity Thunder Bay. The respect. Award recognizes an individual, business, or organization that has demonstrated leadership in enhancing diversity and respect for others.

“Each year, as the nominations for the respect. Award start coming in, we are inspired by the commitment and dedication of our community members...

Public Open House: Share Input on McKellar Neighbourhood Programming Opportunities

Posted on Thursday, February 07, 2019 06:30 AM

The City of Thunder Bay’s Recreation & Culture Division invites residents to join them for a public consultation session to discuss programming opportunities for the McKellar neighbourhood.

“We are looking to connect with residents and find out what types of opportunities would resonate with them,” said Kelly Robertson, General Manager – Community Services. “Being able to develop programming specific to a neighbourhood is a great opportunity. We can tailor activities to the needs and interests...

City Celebrates Winter with SnowDay on the Waterfront

Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 05:45 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is inviting everyone to spend some time outside experiencing the best of winter at SnowDay on the Waterfront, set for Family Day – Monday, Feb. 18, from 12 pm – 5 pm.

“SnowDay has a variety of winter art and recreation activities that are free for the community to come and explore,” said Ash Young, Cultural Development & Events Supervisor. “The snow sculptures are at the heart of SnowDay and we’re pleased to have 10 teams carving all weekend. Each team brings a unique vision...