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- For general parking inquires, call: 625-2370 or visit: www.thunderbay.ca/parking
- Effective July 20, payment is once again required at all metered on-street parking spaces. Vehicles parked at expired meters will be ticketed. All other parking regulations continue to remain in effect and will be enforced.
- The Parking Office in the Victoriaville Civic Centre is currently closed to the public. Parking enforcement officers are still on-duty. If you require assistance or need to report illegally parked vehicles. Call: 625-2370.
- Monthly Rental Parking Customers - customers with passes/permits which are coming up for renewal are being extended automatically. Payments can be made by mail, dropbox, or over the phone with a credit card. Call 625-2370 if you have any questions regarding your account.
- Parking Tickets - Existing and newly issued parking tickets are still valid and payable, however, the ticket aging process has been halted by the provincial government. For parking tickets issued since March 16, payment can be delayed without penalty. This means that unpaid tickets will not be convicted and have an additional fee added, and licence plates will not be sent to the MTO for denial at this time. The aging process will resume when the Provincial Emergency Order is lifted.
- Parking tickets can be paid by mail or drop box method as indicated on the back of the ticket, or by credit card over the phone. If you have any questions call: 625-2370.
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Users must sanitize or wash their hands before entering the playground area, maintain physical distancing of at least two metres from other playground users who are not from the same household, and if the resident has experienced any COVID-19 symptoms, they are instructed not to use the playground.
- Effective May 29, Chippewa Park is open. Some park amenities remain closed - signage is posted. Individuals visiting the park must also follow the community access restrictions put in place by Fort William First Nation, and limit activity to within the park. Camping at Chippewa will be closed for the summer of 2020. Sandy Beach will open effective July 6.
- Amusement rides at Chippewa Park and Centennial's Muskeg Express will remain closed for the summer of 2020.
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The following parks, fields and amenities are now open:
- Baseball fields: Academy Ball Diamonds (Lobbers North, South and Complex), Balsam Pit Park, Baseball Central, Chapples Recreational Area North and South, Frank Charry Park, George Burke Park, Grandview Park, Jackpine Community Centre, North End Park and Buffer, North McIntyre Community Centre, Northwood Playfield, Park Arena, Slovak Ball Diamond, South Neebing Community Centre, Vickers Heights Community Centre, Waddington Park, West Arthur Community Centre, West End Recreational Area, Westfort Playfield
- Soccer fields: Carrick Park, Chapples Recreational Area North, Grandview Park, Green Acres Park, Jumbo Gardens Playfield, North End Park and Buffer, Northwood Playfield, South Neebing Community Centre, Volunteer Pool Community Centre
- Tennis courts: Centennial Village Parkette, County Park, Oliver Road Community Centre, South Neebing Community Centre, Volunteer Pool Community Centre, Westfort Playfield
- Basketball courts: Centennial Village Parkette, Dease Park, Franklin Park, Humber Park, Minnesota Park, North End Park and Buffer, Northwood Playfield, Oliver Road Community Centre, Parkdale Park, Picton Parkette, River Terrace Park, Sherwood Parette, Silvertree Parkette, South Neebing Community Centre, Third & High Park, Timberline Park, Volunteer Pool Community Centre, Waddington Park, Westfort Playfield, Wilson Street Parkette
- Skateboard/BMX parks: Chapples Recreational Area South, County Park, Jumbo Gardens Playfield, Prince Arthur's Landing, South Neebing Community Centre, Waddington Park, West Thunder Community Centre
- Off-leash dog parks: Beverley Dog Park, Centennial Park and Buffer, Hillyard, Westfort Playfield
- Permanent rinks: Frank Charry Park, Jumbo Gardens Playfield, North McIntyre Community Centre
- Shelter/gazebo/picnic areas: Frank Charry Park, Jumbo Gardens Playfield, Minnesota Park, North McIntyre Community Centre, Oliver Road Community Centre
- Boat/canoe/kayak launch: Kam Park, Lorne Allard Fisherman's Park, McKellar Boat Launch, Neste Boat Launch (Mountdale Ave.), Prince Arthur's Landing
- Disc golf: Boulevard Lake Park
- Any person who uses the above amenities MUST maintain a physical distance of at least two metres from any other person using the amenity (unless they are part of the same household).
- If an individual arrives at an amenity, such as an off-leash dog area, sports field or picnic area, that is crowded, they should wait until there is enough space to physically distance or return at another time. Signage will be updated as possible.
- See more about Splash Pads.
- All Parks buildings are closed.
- Parks washrooms have reopened as follows:
- Centennial, Boulevard Pavilion, Rita St, Marina Park, Chapples Loop, and Vickers Park will be 7 day operations
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Chippewa Park will be 6 day operations (closed Saturday)
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Hours are different depending on the site as they are based on location demands. Hours will be posted on the doors.
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2m physical distancing requirements must be followed
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Some sinks/stalls have been closed off to promote physical distancing and to maintain building code requirements.
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Follow all posted signage and instructions.
- Outdoor pools will remain closed for the summer of 2020.
- City campgrounds at Chippewa and Trowbridge will remain closed for the summer of 2020.
- To report an issue, contact the Infrastructure & Operations Dispatch at 625-2195 or publicworks@thunderbay.ca
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Residents are urged not to dispose of any household waste in public parks or private spaces. Doing so is a violation of the City by-law and overwhelms these facilities, resulting in waste and debris contaminating our city. By-law officers will be investigating violations and offenders can be fined up to $5,000. To report a garbage or recycling concern on City property, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/reportaproblem
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| Patios |
- City Council has approved waiving permit fees and specific zoning enforcement, and expediting the process for restaurant owners to expand or create new patios and outdoor dining areas.
- Applicants that wish to use City owned land are required to meet certain minimum specifications and enter into an agreement with the City. Use of a portion of private parking lots for outdoor patios need only to be registered with the City.
- The patio opportunities include:
- Patios in private parking lots or other hard surfaces;
- Patios in municipal parking lots;
- Pop up patio structures in the parking lane;
- Patio space in the parking lane directly on the asphalt where accessibility standards can be met (typically wide streets with one lane of traffic in the applicable direction and a curb height of 150mm +/-);
- Sidewalk patios (where clearance for pedestrians can be maintained);
- Possible street closures to enable dining areas on streets within Business Improvement/ Business Association areas.
- Restaurant owners are expected to follow public health guidelines in terms of capacity numbers and physical distancing guidelines.
- To register to expand or create new patios, or to submit an application, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/patio
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| Permits |
- For Driveway Permits, Heavy/Oversized Load Applications or Sewer & Water Connections/Disconnections call: 625-2266
- To arrange for Building Permits, visit www.thunderbay.ca/buildingpermits, call: 625-2574, or email pkok@thunderbay.ca (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm).
- To arrange for Burn Permits, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/fire. Fire protection certificates and reports will be accepted electronically and reviewed remotely. Permits continue to be issued.
- To arrange for a Demolition Permit, call: 625-2574, or email pkok@thunderbay.ca (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm).
- To arrange for a Sign Permit, visit www.thunderbay.ca/permits, call: 625-2216 (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm). Sign permit fees will be reduced by 25% for one year, to provide financial relief during COVID-19.
- To arrange for a Swimming Pool Fence Permit, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/permits, or call: 625-2574, or email pkok@thunderbay.ca (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
- To arrange for a Utility Location Permit, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/utilities or call: 625-2266 (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
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| Planning |
- Staff continue to be available to receive and process all Planning Applications.
- To arrange for a Planning Application (Consent to Sever, Minor Variance, Official Plan Amendments, Plan of Subdivision, Site Plan Control or Zoning By-Law), visit: www.thunderbay.ca/planningapplications or call: 625-2542 or 625-2531, or email lmceachern@thunderbay.ca (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm) Meetings with staff are available by appointment.
- Effective June 15, City Council and the Committee of Adjustment will be expanding the use of virtual meetings to include public participation in planning applications.
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| Pools |
- Churchill Pool is anticipated to reopen by early August pending a successful public health inspection, and will follow Ministry and Lifesaving Society guidelines for aquatics facilities. Limitations and modifications are expected to include:
- Pre-booking for aquatic activities by phone as of July 27 at 9 am by calling 577-2538 (callers may leave a voicemail)
- Screening upon entry to facility
- Limited numbers and time of use to maintain physical distancing
- No access to high contact surfaces (slides, diving boards, non-essential shared equipment)
- No access to whirlpools, saunas or steam rooms
- Increased Personal Protective Equipment, disinfection and cleaning requirements
- Limited access to change rooms and showers
- Limited activities such as:
- Low ratio family swimming lessons (parent in water with child, instructor on deck) and private swim lessons for levels that do not require hands-on instruction
- Pre-booked length swimming and senior swim times
- Pre-booked family and community group swim times (limited numbers and times allowed)
- Swim club bookings (limited numbers and activities)
- Additional activities such as public recreational swimming may be phased in over a period of up to 8 weeks from reopening, subject to an evaluation process.
- Outdoor pools will remain closed for the summer of 2020.
- Credits are being applied for program cancellations.
- For program information including credit/refunds call: 625-2227 or 684-3323 (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
- For inquiries on aquatics/fitness memberships call: 684-3323 or 625-2351
- Staff continue to be available to issue a Swimming Pool Fence Permits, visit: www.thunderbay.ca/permits, or call: 625-2574, or email pkok@thunderbay.ca (Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm)
- Learn more about Beaches and Splash Pads.
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| Property Taxes |
Property Tax Deadline Deferred to July 8
- Your May 6, tax installment is now due July 8, 2020
- Customers set-up with pre-authorized payment (PAP) on due date will see their installment come out July 8
- Customers with monthly PAP will see no change to scheduled withdrawals unless a change is requested
- Effective April – June, if your PAP or cheque is returned the City will waive the non-sufficient funds charge
- To change your PAP, email taxandwater@thunderbay.ca or call: 625-2255
- Property taxes can be paid on-line, by telephone banking, on-line with your credit card (plastiq.com - a service fee applies), in person at your bank, or by mailing a cheque to City of Thunder Bay, PO BOX 800, Thunder Bay ON P7C 5K4.
- Visit: www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/property-taxes
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| Property Tax Credits |
- The application deadline for the Property Tax Credit for low-income seniors, low-income persons with disabilities, and low-income persons has been extended to Sept. 1
- Learn more at www.thunderbay.ca/rebates
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| Provincial Offences Court (POA) |
- Thunder Bay & District, Provincial Offences courtrooms are closed. All matters will be rescheduled to a later date.
- More information is available at www.ontariocourts.ca/ocj
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