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Research & Innovation Week
February 22-28, 2019
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
WHEREAS, Lakehead University’s Research and Innovation Week celebrates the numerous accomplishments to the citizens of the..
Traffic Study Taking Place at Proposed Roundabout LocationThe City’s Engineering Division will be undertaking a traffic study in the area of the proposed roundabout on Victoria Avenue. The intent of the study is to determine the requirements for traffic control at the Victoria Avenue and Lillie Street intersection, and/or the Victoria Avenue and Ford Street intersection.
Phase Two of Main Street Bridge Construction to Begin in MarchPhase two of the Main Street Bridge rehabilitation will commence on Monday, March 4.
The Main Street Bridge, located between Isabel Street and Hammond Avenue, is undergoing rehabilitation to improve and repair key elements of the structure in order to increase its lifespan and provide a reliable and safe means of transportation for years to come.
2019 Respect Award Nominations OpenNominations open today for the City of Thunder Bay’s seventh annual respect. Award.
Memorial Walk held for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and GirlsThe 11th Annual Valentine’s Day Memorial Walk brought together families of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls to acknowledge the families’ loss and support them in their grief, while also educating the public about this issue.
“Come walk with us today in memory of missing and murdered women and girls,” said Valentine’s Day Memorial Walk organizer and family member, Sharon Johnson.
211 DayWHEREAS, February 11th, is 211 Day across North America; and
WHEREAS, 211, the 3-digit help line and online service connects Ontarians to the complete range of government, health, social and community-based programs and services in their communities, such as home care, emergency food, income tax clinics, mental health and addictions supports, utilities assistance, medical walk-in clinics, job training and more; and
WHEREAS, 211, provides social data on trends, identified needs and gaps in services,..
City Priorities Presented to Provincial Finance Minister Vic FedeliFebruary 7, 2019 – On behalf of the City's Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, Mayor Bill Mauro brought the City of Thunder Bay’s key priorities to the pre-budget consultations held today in Thunder Bay with Ontario Minister of Finance Victor Fedeli.
The items that were presented included:
- Future Contracts for Bombardier
- Cardio-vascular surgery at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
- Thunder Bay Expressway Project
"We see Thunder Bay and the region playing a key role in a prosperous Ontario.
Public Open House: Share Input on McKellar Neighbourhood Programming OpportunitiesThe City of Thunder Bay’s Recreation & Culture Division invites residents to join them for a public consultation session to discuss programming opportunities for the McKellar neighbourhood.
“We are looking to connect with residents and find out what types of opportunities would resonate with them,” said Kelly Robertson, General Manager – Community Services.
City Road Crews Cleaning Up and Preparing for Next Snowfall
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