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John and Balmoral Intersection to Close for Repaving
Turn Lane at Harbour Expressway & Golf Links Intersection to Close
City launches new online option for park bookingsAs part of the City of Thunder Bay’s commitment to improving service delivery and enhancing the customer experience through digital tools, residents can now easily book park space online and avoid making multiple calls to inquire about park availability.
This expansion into the portfolio of online City services is part of the City’s Digital Strategy, which focuses on bringing more services online for citizens.
World Elder Abuse Awareness Day 2026WHEREAS, Thunder Bay older adults deserve to be treated with respect and dignity and valued as contributing members of society, imparting 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 Ontario recognizes the importance of..
Mining Day - thunder Bay 2026WHEREAS, 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 Landing, a..
City of Thunder Bay Makes All Building Permits Available OnlineAll City of Thunder Bay building permits are now available online, marking a significant milestone in the City’s efforts to enhance customer service through digitization.
After recent updates to the City’s Property and Permitting Portal, all commercial, industrial, and institutional building permits can now be processed online.
City of Thunder Bay Launches Arena Renewal StrategyThe City of Thunder Bay is launching an Arena Facility Renewal Strategy to guide the future of the community’s arena network. This work will ensure Thunder Bay’s arenas continue to meet the needs of residents, user groups, and the broader region.
City Looking for Public Input on Tree PoliciesThe City of Thunder Bay is looking for input from residents as it reviews the policies that govern local trees and the urban forest.
Trees are valuable assets and part of the green infrastructure carefully implemented throughout Thunder Bay.
Municipal Accommodation Tax Reminder for Short-Term Rental OperatorsThe City of Thunder Bay is reminding operators of short-term rental accommodations of their obligation to collect and remit the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) following recent enforcement action involving several operators who were not meeting the requirements.
The MAT applies to stays of less than 30 days in hotels, motels, and short-term rentals across the city.
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