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Waste Collection Changes for Week Before EasterCurbside waste collection dates, city wide, will change next week due to Good Friday.
Garbage and recycling collection will move one day earlier next week, for all residents.
National Dental Hygienists WeekAPRIL 4-10, 2022
WHEREAS, 59% of Canadian children and 96% of adults have experienced cavities, and 21% of Canadian adults have experienced periodontal (gum) issues; and
WHEREAS, research shows a direct link between oral health and overall health and well-being such as periodontal disease being linked to a number of serious illnesses including lung disease, diabetes and heart disease; and
WHEREAS, oral health issues are easily preventable and treatable, and Canadians, especially children and seniors,..
Citizen Satisfaction Survey Is UnderwayThe City of Thunder Bay has commissioned Ipsos, a professional public opinion research company, to conduct the 2022 Citizen Satisfaction Survey by telephone to a random selection of residents.
The telephone survey takes place from April 1-14 and gathers data from 500 randomly-selected citizens over 18 years of age to gauge their satisfaction with the services and quality of life in Thunder Bay.
Honeybee Appreciation MonthsAPRIL & MAY 2022
WHEREAS, the honeybee is responsible for pollination of nearly 3 quarters of plants that produce 90% of the world’s food. A 3rd of the world’s production depends on honeybees and pollinators.
World Autism DayAPRIL 2, 2022
WHEREAS, World Autism Awareness Day will be recognized on April 2nd 2022, in Canada thanks to Senator Jim Munson’s Bill S-206, An Act Respecting World Autism Awareness Day; and
WHEREAS, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects more than 135,000 Ontarians. Autism Spectrum Disorder is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting 1 in every 66 Canadian children, as well as their friends, family and community; and approximately 1-2% of the Canadian population is on the autism spectrum; and
WHEREAS,.
“Power to Play” Launched to Help Kids Access Sport & ActivityPRO Kids is excited to launch its first annual fundraising campaign, Power to Play. The campaign aims to raise $50,000 to help local children and youth access community activities when families cannot afford the fees.
Reduced Load Restrictions Take Effect MondayAs part of the City of Thunder Bay’s efforts to maintain our roadways during the period of spring thaw, when road damage is most likely to occur, reduced heavy load restrictions will apply within the City of Thunder Bay limits beginning at 8 am on Monday, March 28.
The above date is dependent upon weather conditions and is subject to change.
Tenth Annual respect. Awards Presented for Inclusion, CompassionThe tenth annual respect. Award recipients were announced during the Diversity Thunder Bay Celebration today, with the honour going to one individual and one local organization.
Update on City’s Winter Operations for Road MaintenanceAs a result of yesterday’s winter storm event, the City of Thunder Bay’s Roads Section is working hard to clear and maintain the City’s roads and sidewalks.
Thunder Bay received approximately 30 - 50 cm of wet and heavy snow coupled, with high winds creating drifting in some areas.
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