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Changes to transit boarding procedures and closure of service counters are some the new changes to city services that will take affect starting March 21.  

“The health and safety of our residents and employees is paramount,” said Mayor Bill Mauro.

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The Municipal Emergency Control Group (MECG) met today with various community partners as part of its ongoing management of the COVID-19 situation.

“We know this is a challenging time for everyone, so I appreciate the work of this group, as well as our community partners on their collective responses,” said Mayor Bill Mauro.

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As directed by Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer to ensure the safety of residents, no visitors are allowed at Pioneer Ridge Long Term Care at this time.

Call Before Dropping Off Items at Pioneer Ridge

Items can be picked up or dropped off at the Pioneer Ridge staff entrance - call 630-5253 to make these arrangements.

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Following the announcement of recreation facilities and program closures, Tourism Thunder Bay has taken additional steps to ensure the safety of the public and City staff members. The Terry Fox Visitor Information Centre’s visitor services area is now closed to the public, effective immediately.

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Mayor Bill Mauro encourages all residents to follow the direction of the Province as the City of Thunder Bay closes all City child care centres until further notice, as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“The COVID-19 situation and our response continues to evolve,” the Mayor said today.

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The City of Thunder Bay is closing the Canada Games Complex, 55+ Centre and other recreation facilities, effective until further notice, as part of its response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The City continued to work closely over the weekend with the Thunder Bay District Health Unit and community partners to monitor developments and respond appropriately to COVID-19.

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The City continues to closely monitor developments related to COVID-19 and will provide regular updates on affected City services.

Affected City Services:

Pioneer Ridge Long-Term Care and Senior Services & Jasper Place Support Services Program

• Active screening by staff is taking place at the facility entrances.
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The Ministry of Transportation’s Provincial Reduced Load Regulations are expected to come into effect shortly. Heavy load restrictions will apply within the City of Thunder Bay limits beginning at 8 am on Monday, March 16.

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The City’s outdoor skating rinks have closed for the season due to seasonal effect. The only exception is the Prince Arthur’s Landing skating rink, which will remain open until Saturday, March 21, if weather conditions remain favourable.

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Today, Mayor Bill Mauro issued the following statement in response to the monitoring and planning for COVID-19:

“As COVID-19 spreads across the world, we are reminded of the benefits of living in Thunder Bay. This is one of the times when our geographic isolation is in our favour and, with that, the independence and strength of our residents.

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