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Pool 6 Trail at Waterfront Closed as Art Gallery Construction BeginsThe pedestrian trail connecting the boaters’ parking area at the Marina to the Pool 6 site has been closed in order to allow for the construction of the new Thunder Bay Art Gallery, which is now underway.
Pedestrians are still able to access the Pool 6 site by following the roadway.
Nominate a Deserving Community VolunteerNominations are now open for the 46th Annual Citizens of Exceptional Achievement Awards. The Awards, presented by the City of Thunder Bay, recognize individuals, organizations and groups who volunteer their time to improve and enrich our community.
Council Approves 2024 Ontario Winter Games Organizing CommitteeThe Organizing Committee was approved last night to support the planning and delivery of the 2024 Ontario Winter Games. In April 2022, the Government of Ontario awarded the 2024 Ontario Winter Games to Thunder Bay for the first time since 1974.
City Launches Outdoor Rinks MapToday, the City of Thunder Bay Parks and Open Spaces Division launched an Outdoor Rinks Map to make it easier for residents to find outdoor skating rinks in their area.
Along with photos of the rinks, each rink site listing identifies the address, hours of operation, number of rinks on the site, and if the site is supervised - as well as if the site has outside lighting, washrooms, change facilities, outdoor trash bins and adjacent parking.
Conservatory reopening due to change in construction scheduleThe Centennial Botanical Conservatory will temporarily reopen on Monday, as there has been a change in the anticipated schedule of the Conservatory renewal project.
The Conservatory has been closed to the public since Jan.
PRO Kids Celebrates 25 Years of Helping Children and YouthPRO Kids is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2023. In its 25 years, the registered charity has helped 27,481 children and youth access recreational programs when their families could not afford the fees.
PRO Kids 25th Anniversary2023
WHEREAS, 2023 marks 25 years of PRO Kids service, in the city of Thunder Bay; andWHEREAS, PRO Kids (Positive Recreation Opportunities for Kids) is a service that was created by the City of Thunder Bay with the support of social agencies, recreation providers, youth and other community members; and
WHEREAS, since 1998 PRO Kids, with its community partners has placed over 27,480 children and youth into recreation activities in Thunder Bay; and
WHEREAS, there are families in Thunder Bay who cannot..
Planning and Building Launch Before You Build Guide – Start Here!Home owners, small businesses and do-it-yourselfers in Thunder Bay now have a comprehensive guide to help turn a dream project into a reality.
The City’s Building Services and Planning Services has released Before You Build: A Guide to Planning and Permitting for Home and Small Business Projects.
Thunder Bay Delegation Brings Priorities to 2023 Provincial LevelA delegation including Mayor Ken Boshcoff, Councillor Kristen Oliver, Chair – Intergovernmental Affairs Committee, Councillor Shelby Chng, Vice Chair – Intergovernmental Affairs Committee and City Manager Norm Gale attended the 2023 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference in Toronto from January 22 to 24. They brought several community issues and key priorities forward to lobby for action and/or funding.
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