The Community Safety & Well-Being (CSWB) Plan is our community’s roadmap. It looks at the root causes of safety and well-being issues — such as housing, mental health, racism, and community belonging — and brings people together to create long-term solutions.
The first plan was approved in 2021. Since then, new challenges and opportunities have emerged. That’s why we’re updating the plan for 2026–2030: to reflect today’s realities and shape the future we want, together.
Why Your Voice Matters
This is not just a City plan, it’s our community’s plan. Your ideas, experiences, and priorities will guide real action and lasting change.
- What helps you, your family, and your neighbourhood feel supported and connected?
- What would make Thunder Bay safer, healthier, and more welcoming for everyone?
Get Involved
Fill out the CSWB Survey (open until Dec 15, 2025)
Your feedback will help shape the 2026–2030 CSWB Plan, which will be presented to City Council in 2026.
It’s your city. It’s your plan. Let’s shape it together.
Join a Community Pop-Up
How can we work together to create a safer, more connected community? We need YOUR ideas!
Throughout August & September, we’re bringing the conversation to you with free, drop-in Community Pop-Ups across the city. Share your thoughts, enjoy activities, and connect with neighbours.
📅 Pop-Up Schedule:
- Aug 20 – City Hall | Media Announcement + Community Input | 11:30 am–1 pm
- Aug 27 – Minnesota Park | Family activities & neighbour connections | 11:30 am–1 pm
- Sept 10 – Dease Park | Community art project | 11:30 am–1 pm
- Sept 17 – Pattersen Park | Community clean-up, music & conversation | 11:30 am–1 pm
- ☔ Rain Location for all: City Hall Lobby
Your ideas will help shape real action — making Thunder Bay stronger, healthier, and more connected for everyone.
Plan to attend the Community Safety & Well-Being Forum
The Community Safety & Well-Being Forum is a free, community-wide event where residents, service providers, Indigenous partners, and local leaders come together to share ideas, celebrate community champions, and help shape Thunder Bay’s next CSWB Plan (2026–2030).
The forum is part of Community Safety & Crime Prevention Month and will include:
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Opportunities for residents to give feedback on priorities for the refreshed CSWB Plan
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Information tables and interactive activities with service providers in the lobby
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The Respect & Safety Awards ceremony, celebrating individuals and groups making Thunder Bay safer, more inclusive, and more connected
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Community performances (to be confirmed)
Date: Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025
Time: 6 pm – 9 pm
Location: Thunder Bay Community Auditorium, 1 Paul Shaffer Drive
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Admission: Free, open to everyone
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Format: Drop-in friendly, with formal program beginning at 6:30 pm
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Accessibility: Venue is fully accessible; ASL interpretation and translation supports available upon request
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Transit/Parking: Served by Thunder Bay Transit; free parking available at the Auditorium
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What to Expect: Lobby displays, interactive engagement activities, the Respect & Safety Awards ceremony, and opportunities to share your ideas for the future of Thunder Bay
2021-2025 Community Safety & Well-Being Plan
Thank you to everyone who shared their insight and ideas regarding the development of the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. Public engagement/consultation, including forums, focus groups and online surveys have been part of the information gathering from the community to identify key priorities and chart a path forward.
For more information, also see the following Population Level Indicator Report and the "What We Heard" Reports for Phase 1 and Phase 2:
June 2021 Population Level Indicator Report
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