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The Treble

Alternative Rock Band ‘The Treble’ to Perform at Live on the Waterfront

Posted on Wednesday, August 21, 2019 05:15 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is pleased to present The Treble at this evening’s Live on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, Wednesday, Aug. 21.

The Treble has worked hard to create a name for themselves on the Canadian Music Scene. Since forming in 2008, the four-piece band from Winnipeg, has released three albums and toured extensively playing many cross country tours and international shows. Their 2017 album, Modernaires, reached top 40 status on Canadian Alternative Music Charts and...

Program and Services Review

Comprehensive Program and Service Review Begins

Posted on Thursday, August 15, 2019 10:00 AM

In March 2019, City Council approved a review to improve understanding of the programs and services currently provided by the City, and provide information that will allow Council and administration to make informed strategic choices regarding those programs and services.

The City has hired Grant Thornton LLP to provide the independent review.

“As a new Council, it makes sense that we would take a close look at the services the City provides, and how we provide them,” said Mayor Bill Mauro. “It is...

CEDC

CEDC Launches New Tourism Support Programs

Posted on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 06:15 AM

The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is pleased to announce the launch of two new funding programs to support tourism industry growth through the CEDC’s share of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT).

The program consists of two funding streams; one for tourism event growth support and the other supporting product development.  Program details are available through the Tourism Thunder Bay website, www.VisitThunderBay.com.  The program aims to support events or...

Vickers Park Storywalk Launch

Interactive Storywalk Launched at Vickers Park

Posted on Monday, July 29, 2019 09:15 AM

Thunder Bay’s first Storywalk, Victor’s Vickers Park Adventure, launched today at Vickers Park. The Storywalk is a story displayed on a series of posts throughout the park to be read as one walks around the park.

The Storywalk was written by Marilyn Grudniski and Julia Crewdson of Little Lions Waldorf and illustrated by Shaun Hedican. Help was received from Generator Insights & Design for the creation of the posts.

Storywalk is sponsored by Big Boreal Adventure, which is a project funded by...

My Son The Hurricane

My Son the Hurricane Brings High Energy to Live on the Waterfront

Posted on Tuesday, July 23, 2019 05:00 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is pleased to host My Son the Hurricane at Live on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, on July 24, 2019.

My Son the Hurricane will be hitting the stage at 8 pm with their unique style called brasshop, a combination of multi-horns, multi-vocal and multi-drums. My Son the Hurricane is known for packing dance floors around the country. “This high energy show is a must-see,” said Louisa Costanzo, Cultural Development and Event Supervisor. "Dust off your dancing...