City News

Reduced Load Restrictions Will Be Lifted Tuesday

The Reduced Load Restrictions that were implemented on March 15 within the city will be lifted on Tuesday, May 21 at 8 am. 

Restrictions are put in place annually to protect city roads from damage during the spring thaw. Cooperation from residents helps prevent excessive damage to streets.

For more information, visit: thunderbay.ca/heavyloads

 

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Contact: David Binch, Traffic Technologist – Engineering, 625-2265

One Extra Item of Garbage Allowed Next Week

The City will allow residents to put out a third item of garbage with no tag on the first collection date after the Victoria Day holiday.

Residents are reminded to still try and reduce waste by using the six R’s:

• Rethink: Think about waste before you buy. Avoid ‘disposable’ products.
• Refuse: Say no to plastic bags in stores – bring your own instead.
• Reduce: Take reusable containers and bags instead of disposable ones.
• Reuse: Charitable organizations and thrift shops can take reusable items you no...

Pioneer Ridge Celebrates 25 Years of Success in Our Community

Pioneer Ridge Long-Term Care and Senior Services celebrated its 25th year milestone on Thursday, May 16. Named after the founders of our city, Pioneer Ridge was originally built in 1994 as a Home for the Aged by the City of Thunder Bay. Today the Long-Term Care and Senior Services facility provides care and services to 150 long-term care residents, 120 supportive housing tenants, and meals for approximately 250 city residents through the Meals on Wheels program.

“Pioneer Ridge has embraced many changes...

Parking Lot at Marina Park Boat Launch Closing for Construction

The parking lot at the Marina Park boat launch will be closed starting on Thursday, May 16 due to construction. The parking lot is expected to reopen on Monday, June 10.

One boat launch will remain accessible during the construction but may require sporadic short closures if construction at the time poses a risk to the boat launch users.

During the closure, general public parking and boat trailer parking will be accommodated in the remaining general public parking areas, including the lot across from...