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Seasonal Load Restrictions End on May 12
The City of Thunder Bay will lift seasonal load restrictions on Monday, May 12, at 7 am. These temporary weight limits, which began on March 24 in line with the Ministry of Transportation’s provincial guidelines, will no longer be in effect after this time.
Temporary Road Closure on Hazelwood DriveThe City of Thunder Bay is advising residents that Hazelwood Drive, approximately 300 metres south of Melbourne Road, will be closed on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 8 am to 5 pm, to allow for an emergency culvert repair.Local traffic will be permitted up to the closure point, but through traffic is advised to seek alternate routes during this time.
City resumes some animal services to better serve the publicThe City of Thunder Bay’s Licensing & Enforcement Division will resume some services to better assist domestic animals, their owners, and the general public.
The changes include responding to complaints involving dogs and cats running at large in a more timely manner, and accepting animals at the Municipal Kennel who are found at-large.
Two Leaf and Yard Waste Collections this SpringThis spring there will be two Leaf & Yard Waste curbside collections. The first will take place between May 13 and 23, and the second between June 10 and 20 - on residents’ regular recycling days.
City Issues Traffic Notice: Phased Closures for McIntyre Street AreaThe City of Thunder Bay is advising residents of upcoming road closures beginning Monday, May 5, as part of a phased traffic plan affecting the McIntyre Street area. These closures are necessary to support infrastructure work and ensure public safety during the project.Generous Donation Launches 2025 Power to Play CampaignPRO Kids is proud to launch its fourth annual Power to Play campaign with a 2025 fundraising goal of $30,000 to help hundreds of local families in financial need. Every year, PRO Kids supports children and youth by giving them the opportunity to participate in sports, arts and cultural programs.
Thunder Bay Transit to stop accepting paper tickets after May 31Thunder Bay Transit continues to roll out Lift Pass, its reloadable smart card. To continue to modernize how fares are paid, Transit will stop accepting paper tickets as payment on buses at the end of day, May 31, 2025.
City Council approves Kam River Heritage Park for Temporary VillageCity Council has approved Kam River Heritage Park as the location for the City’s new Temporary Shelter Village. This decision is subject to final approval at the May 5th City Council meeting.
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