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  • Temporary Simpson Street Closure Begins Monday

    July 15, 2016 - The intersection at Simpson Street and Robertson Street will be temporarily closed starting on Monday, July 18, as sewer and water service tie-ins are completed.

    While the entire work area stretches between Ogden Street and Pacific Avenue, only the intersection will be under construction and completely closed to traffic.

    Jul 15, 2016
  • City Highlights Options Getting to Waterfront Events

    July 13, 2016 - With the summer event season in full-swing, the City reminds residents of the various transportation and parking options available when attending events at the waterfront.

    "Prince Arthur's Landing is an important gathering place for the community which will remain a dynamic tourist destination for years to come," said Kathy Ball, Operations Coordinator at Marina Park.

    Jul 13, 2016
  • Road Work Season Continues Throughout the City

    July 11, 2016 - The City of Thunder Bay is investing $19.1 million this year on road and sidewalk rehabilitation, residential paving, sewer and watermain repair/replacement, bridge and culvert work and streetlight renewal.

    Jul 11, 2016
  • City Announces Live on the Waterfront Summer Line-up

    July 6, 2016 - The full line-up for the 2016 Live on the Waterfront music series was announced today, with eight free outdoor shows planned.

    These free events take place on the main stage at Marina Park every Wednesday evening from 6 pm to 9 pm, beginning July 6 with featured headliner Joel Plaskett.

    Jul 06, 2016
  • Neebing River Trail to Close as Bridge Work Begins

    July 5, 2016 - The multi-use trail that runs beneath the Neebing River Bridge on Highway 61, just north of Arthur Street, will be temporarily closed tomorrow, July 6, to accommodate rehabilitation work on the Ministry of Transportation's bridge.

    The trail, which connects Wolverine Crescent in Parkdale to Thornloe Drive in Northwood, will be completely closed during working hours for several days as a temporary, covered, and illuminated walkway is constructed to protect trail users during construction.

    Jul 05, 2016
  • Province Activates Disaster Recovery Assistance for Thunder Bay and Surrounding Area

    July 5, 2016 - Ontario has notified the City of Thunder Bay and surrounding municipalities that it has activated the Disaster Recovery Assistance for Ontarians program in their communities due to recent flooding in the area.

    Affected individuals, small businesses, farmers and not-for-profit organizations who have experienced essential property damage or loss as a result of this disaster may be eligible to receive help with expenses.

    Jul 05, 2016
  • Invasive Emerald Ash Borer Confirmed in Thunder Bay

    June 30, 2016 - Following an thorough examination, the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) - the federal agency responsible for regulating and managing invasive species - confirmed that the invasive Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) has been detected in Thunder Bay.

    EAB is an invasive beetle native to Asia that is responsible for devastating millions of ash trees across North America.

    Jun 30, 2016
  • City Crews Respond to Arthur Street West Water Main Break

    June 29, 2016 - City crews have responded to a water main break that occurred this morning on Arthur Street West, near the Ministry of Natural Resources base just before Vanguard Avenue.

    The break has been isolated and work is underway to repair the pipe.

    Jun 29, 2016
  • Future Entrepreneurial Leaders Showcased at Local Tradeshow (1)

    June 29, 2016 - The third annual Summer Company-Staples Youth Entrepreneurship Day took place this afternoon at Staples Thunder Bay. The tradeshow showcased this year's participants of Summer Company - Ontario's Flagship Youth Entrepreneurship Program which is administered through the Thunder Bay & District Entrepreneur Centre every summer.

    Jun 29, 2016
  • Drug Strategy 5th Annual Community Report Now Available

    July 27, 2016 - The Thunder Bay Drug Strategy released the fifth annual Community Report Travelling the Road to Change at City Council Monday evening.

    The report outlines the significant progress that has been made in many Drug Strategy initiatives.

    Jun 28, 2016

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