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Free Canada Day Activities & Entertainment at Marina Park July 1 2023
The City of Thunder Bay is happy to announce the FREE activities and entertainment for Canada Day on the Waterfront, presented by Ontario Power Generation, on Saturday, July 1, at Prince Arthur's Landing, Marina Park.
Canada Day on the Waterfront will start with a Sunrise Ceremony at dawn near the Thai Chi Park.Outdoor Pools & Beaches Opening June 30All city outdoor swimming pools and supervised beaches will be open starting Friday, June 30, including Art Widnall Pool, Heath Park Pool, Boulevard Lake and Sandy Beach at Chippewa.
“If you are looking for free and fun options to cool off in the summer months, the City operates a number of outdoor pools and supervised beaches across the community for everyone to enjoy,” said Kim Begin, Supervisors of Aquatics, Wellness, Children and Youth.
Beverly Street Dog Park Briefly ClosedThe dog park on Beverly Street will be closed on Thursday, June 22 and Friday, June 23, to allow City crews to complete park enhancements.
Three new agility dog play pieces will be added to the park: an A-frame ramp, a triple dog hoop and a see-saw.
Community Invited to Maamawe Summer Festival & Showcase (1)The City of Thunder Bay is pleased to invite the community to the annual Maamawe Summer Festival & Showcase on Saturday, June 24, 12 pm – 9 pm, at Marina Park. The Festival promotes inclusion, diversity and the well-being of all community members as well as those visiting our region.
Longest Day of SMILES 2023JUNE 18, 2023
WHEREAS, Operation Smile Canada is a global medical charity providing free, life-changing surgeries and medical care to children born with cleft conditions around the world; and
WHEREAS, Every 3 minutes, a child is born with a cleft condition, and lack of access to safe, effective surgery means that easily treatable conditions like cleft lip and cleft palate can become fatal; and
WHEREAS, Operation Smile Canada believes every child born with a cleft condition deserves exceptional..
Mining Day in Thunder Bay 2023JUNE 17, 2023
WHEREAS, the mining and exploration industry employees are working quietly in Thunder Bay and NW Ontario, they should be recognized for their significant contribution to the local economy and the culture of their communities; and
WHEREAS, their success in finding mines benefits all, they accept no accolades but take it in stride as “just part of the job”; and
WHEREAS, this day should be a celebration where the mining community and the public meet and have fun at Prince Arthur’s..
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2023JUNE 15, 2023
WHEREAS, Thunder Bay’s older adults deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and valued as contributing members of society, impairing a wealth of experience and wisdom in our communities; and
WHEREAS, the International network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, in support of the United nations International plan of Action, proclaimed this day to recognize the significance of elder abuse as a public health and human rights issue; and
WHEREAS, Thunder Bay recognizes the..
Splash Pads Set to Open for 2023 SeasonSplash pads located at Prince Arthur’s Landing, Northwood Playfield and County Park are set to open on Thursday, June 15.
Splash pad operating hours are:
- Northwood Splash Pad – daily from 11 am to 8 pm
- County Park Splash Pad – daily 11 am to 8 pm
- Waterfront Splash Pad at Prince Arthur’s Landing - daily from 11:00 am to 8:30 pm
For more information on the Waterfront Splash Pad, call the Water Garden Pavilion at 807-684-2080.
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