News

June 1, 2018

WHEREAS, decades of struggle by workers and their unions have created many health and safety regulations and an employer-funded compensation system for times when those safeguards fail; and

WHEREAS, statistics show that over 300 employees die each year in Ontario because of accidents that occur while they are at work and the reality is that many of these accidents and deaths could have been prevented; and

WHEREAS, every year on June 1st, workers gather to recognize sisters and brothers..

• Proclamations

June 2018

WHEREAS, Seniors’ Month is an annual province-wide celebration; and

WHEREAS, seniors have contributed and continue to contribute immensely to the life and vibrancy of this community; and

WHEREAS, seniors continue to serve as leaders, mentors, volunteers and important and active members of this community; and

WHEREAS, their contributions past and present warrant appreciation and recognition and their stories deserve to be told; and

WHEREAS, the health and well-being of seniors is in the interest..

• Proclamations

June 1, 2018

WHEREAS, since 1947 when Adult Crossing Guards were instituted in Port Arthur, Crossing Guards have provided safe crossing for school children walking to and from school; and

WHEREAS, due to dedication and a conscientious attitude to their work, they have maintained an outstanding safety record; and

WHEREAS, a day set aside to recognize all Crossing Guards and acknowledge the fine work they do crossing children safely in all sorts of weather would be beneficial to the Crossing Guards and..

• Proclamations

The City of Thunder Bay is investing $25.6 million in 2018 on a number of infrastructure improvements including road and sidewalk rehabilitation, residential paving, sanitary and storm sewer and watermain repair/replacement, bridge and culvert work, and streetlight renewal.

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• Road Work

June 1, 2018 - The City's Curbside Battery Recycling Program returns on June 5, giving residents an opportunity to conveniently and safely recycle spent household batteries.

"This program has proven to be a very popular and successful one," said Jason Sherband, Manager - Solid Waste and Recycling Services.

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June 1, 2018 - The City of Thunder Bay is once again celebrating the individuals that continue to make its crossing guard program a success with the 13th annual Crossing Guard Appreciation Day today.

The crossing guard program has been in place since 1947; currently 60 crossing guards are employed at the City of Thunder Bay.

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May 30, 2018 - A section of Edward Street, between Parkway Drive and Churchill Drive, will be closed due to road and watermain work starting Friday, June 1. 

Construction began on Wednesday, May 23, and allowed for southbound traffic up until this point.

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May 29, 2018 - Thunder Bay Fire Rescue has lifted the citywide fire ban due to recent improvements in weather conditions. All valid outdoor burning permits are reinstated.

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May 24, 2018 - Arbor Day is a chance for residents to make Thunder Bay a cleaner, greener and more beautiful place to live. Organized by the City's Parks & Open Spaces Section, Arbor Day will take place this Saturday, May 26 at 10 am, at Albany Parkette, 367 Munro St.

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May 24, 2018 - Due to some significant, one-time costs that were lower than expected and an ongoing focus on cost containment, the City ended 2017 with a surplus of $5.6 million in tax-supported and $2.

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