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  • Annual Pothole Repairs Underway

    Annual pothole repairs are underway as City crews address road damage caused by winter freeze–thaw cycles.

    Potholes form when fluctuating temperatures allow water to seep into small cracks in the pavement.

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    Construction Work Resumes at Temporary Shelter Village Site

    The City of Thunder Bay is advising the community that construction activity at 879 Alloy Place – the site for the Temporary Village – will resume beginning Monday March 9, 2026, as work continues with site preparation and infrastructure.

    Initial activities will focus on site grading and drainage, including excavation and the placement of granular material and geotextiles.

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    City Releases 2025 Drinking Water Quality Annual Report

    The City of Thunder Bay has released its 2025 Drinking Water Quality Annual Report, covering water quality results from Jan. 1 to Dec.

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    City of Thunder Bay Events Receive Provincial Awards

    The City of Thunder Bay is proud to announce that its events have received three awards from Festivals & Events Ontario, recognizing excellence in event delivery, community engagement, and partnership.

    The City of Thunder Bay’s Event Series, presented by Ontario Power Generation (OPG), received a Sponsor of the Year Achievement Award.

  • National Dental Hygenists Week 2026

    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 several 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, can be greatly..

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    Revised Opening Timeline for the Waterfront Transit Terminal

    The City of Thunder Bay is advising the public that the new Waterfront Transit Terminal is now expected to open in mid- to late April. While substantial progress has been made, additional delays related to outstanding materials and supply chain challenges have extended the construction timeline.

  • City Seeks Public Input on Encampment Sites and Use of Public Spaces By-law

    March 2, 2026 – The City of Thunder Bay is inviting  the community to take part in two surveys that will help shape next steps in the City’s Mar 02, 2026

  • Amyloidosis Awareness Month

    WHEREAS, March is Amyloidosis Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness, funding research, and supporting those living with amyloidosis and their loved ones; and

    WHEREAS, Amyloidosis is a group of diseases that occurs when an abnormal protein, known as amyloid, builds up in the tissues and organs of the body. Left untreated, the disease can result in organ failure and can be fatal; and

    WHEREAS, Amyloidosis can mimic the signs and symptoms of more common medical conditions and the.

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    Snow Removal Operations to Begin March 2

    Snow removal operations are scheduled to begin during night operations on Monday, March 2 at 12:00 a.m.

  • Fort William Gardens Celebrating 75th Anniversary on March 7

    February 25, 2026 - The Fort William Gardens, Northwestern Ontario’s most iconic sports and entertainment venue, first opened on March 6, 1951 and is preparing to commemorate its 75th Anniversary.

    To mark this special occasion, everyone is invited to celebrate the long, proud history of the Fort William Gardens on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.

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