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  • Prince Arthur's Landing Splash Pad Opens for Summer Fun

    June 14, 2018 - The Waterfront Splash Pad at Prince Arthur's Landing officially opens for the season in Marina Park on Friday, June 15. The City of Thunder Bay encourages residents to come down to the waterfront on hot sunny days to cool off and enjoy the many events, activities and facilities available to the public during the summer months.

    Jun 14, 2018
  • Rat Prevention & Control Educational Campaign Launches

    June 13, 2018 - The City of Thunder Bay, in partnership with the Thunder Bay District Health Unit, launched its Rat Prevention & Control educational campaign, and unveiled a promotional video and brochure today.

    In 2017, City Council approved the introduction of a formal promotion and education campaign to educate residents on effective control methods to prevent an increase in the rat population.

    Jun 13, 2018
  • CN Ordered to Reopen Bridge for Vehicle Traffic

    June 11, 2018 - In response to the City's appeal heard in January 2018 by the Court of Appeal for Ontario, CN has been ordered to reopen the James Street Swing Bridge for all vehicles, including cars and trucks, and maintain it in accordance with its contractual obligation under the 1906 Agreement.

    "This is a good day," said Mayor Keith Hobbs.

    Jun 11, 2018
  • 2018 Live on the Waterfront Delivers City's Summer Soundtrack

    June 8, 2018 - The City of Thunder Bay is proud to announce its most diverse and talented Live on the Waterfront lineup to date.  

    Live on the Waterfront won Best New Festival/Event in Ontario and placed as a Top 100 Event at the 2018 Festival & Events Ontario Awards.

    Jun 08, 2018
  • Section of Chapples Drive to Close for Culvert Construction

    June 5, 2018 - A section of Chapples Drive is closed today to realign and reset the culvert that crosses Chapples Drive. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of the day.

    Jun 05, 2018
  • City Crews Respond to Victor Street Water Main Break

    June 4, 2018 - City crews have responded to a water main break that occurred last night on Victor Street. 

    While the water main is being repaired, residents in Mount Forest, around Mountain Road and Riverdale Road may experience low water pressure or discoloured water.

    Jun 04, 2018
  • Mayor Hobbs Declares June 4 Weed Out Hate Day

    June 4, 2018 - Today has been proclaimed Weed Out Hate Day in Thunder Bay. Mayor Keith Hobbs along with children and staff from Little Lions Waldorf Daycare & Kindergarten planted sunflowers as a symbol of commitment to peace.

    Jun 04, 2018
  • Busy 2018 Roadwork Season Begins

    The City of Thunder Bay is investing $25.6 million in 2018 on a number of infrastructure improvements including road and sidewalk rehabilitation, residential paving, sanitary and storm sewer and watermain repair/replacement, bridge and culvert work, and streetlight renewal.

    Jun 01, 2018
  • Curbside Battery Recycling Program Returns Tuesday

    June 1, 2018 - The City's Curbside Battery Recycling Program returns on June 5, giving residents an opportunity to conveniently and safely recycle spent household batteries.

    "This program has proven to be a very popular and successful one," said Jason Sherband, Manager - Solid Waste and Recycling Services.

    Jun 01, 2018
  • Celebrating Crossing Guard Appreciation Day Today

    June 1, 2018 - The City of Thunder Bay is once again celebrating the individuals that continue to make its crossing guard program a success with the 13th annual Crossing Guard Appreciation Day today.

    The crossing guard program has been in place since 1947; currently 60 crossing guards are employed at the City of Thunder Bay.

    Jun 01, 2018

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