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February 24, 2026 – Drivers should expect some traffic delays on Memorial Avenue in the Harbour Expressway area on Wednesday, as City crews perform watermain repair work.

One of Memorial’s southbound lanes will be closed between the Harbour Expressway and Dunlop Street starting at 12:30am Wednesday morning.

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WHEREAS, Lakehead University has, for more than 50 years, pursued research and innovation activities in various disciplines; and

WHEREAS, the Thunder Bay community and Northwestern Ontario greatly benefit from Lakehead University’s various research and innovation initiatives in the social sciences, humanities, sciences and engineering, and health services; and

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February 18, 2026 – Following Council’s approval on February 17, the City of Thunder Bay has officially declared homelessness a humanitarian crisis in our community. This decision builds on a shared commitment and reflects ongoing collaboration with Anemki Wajiw (Fort William First Nation), and Nishnawbe Aski Nation.

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With a winter storm warning in effect, the City of Thunder Bay is urging motorists to use extra caution as road crews work to keep local streets clear.

 To help ensure everyone’s safety, the City encourages drivers to follow safe winter driving tips:

• Reduce your speed and drive with care
• Increase your following distance to allow more time to stop
• Stay patient and avoid sudden maneuvers
• Remain alert for pedestrians and cyclists who may be harder to see in poor weather

 Drivers are reminded to observe.

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Thunder Bay residents are being asked for their feedback on the next phase of the city’s waterfront redevelopment at Pool 6.

The Pool 6 property represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to shape Thunder Bay’s waterfront, building on the success of Prince Arthur’s Landing.

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Notice of Committee Hearing

The Public is invited to participate in a Committee of Adjustment Hearing on Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

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The City of Thunder Bay is inviting residents to provide feedback on changes made to City Council’s governance structure earlier this year.

In July 2025, City Council approved a new model that replaced the former Committee of the Whole structure with three Standing Committees: Finance & Administration, Quality of Life, and Growth.

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Residents who are interested in learning more about being a potential candidate, election worker, or voter in the upcoming 2026 municipal election, or are just curious about how municipal elections work, are invited to attend an upcoming Election Information Night.

The free, in-person event will take place on Wednesday, February 25 at 6:00 p.

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The City of Thunder Bay invites everyone to embrace the winter season at SnowDay on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, this Family Day – Monday, Feb. 16, at Marina Park from 11am – 4pm.

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February 10, 2026 - The City of Thunder Bay is improving how residents access winter road information with the launch of its new Snowplow Status Map - a near real-time, interactive tool designed to help the community stay informed and travel safely throughout the winter season.

“The Snowplow Status Map gives residents a clearer picture of what’s happening on our roads during the winter months,” said Ian Spoljarich, Manager of Roads Division.

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