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Multiple Fires Caused by Candles Last Week

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 12:00 PM

Thunder Bay Fire Rescue responded to multiple structural fires last week and after investigating, determined that two were caused by candles.

“We’re very concerned about the latest string of fires caused by candles,” said Fire Chief John Hay. “These fires were totally preventable. Instead of candles, we recommend choosing CSA-approved battery-powered candles.”

This incident prompted Thunder Bay Fire Rescue to remind residents that residents need to do everything they can to prevent fires from starting.

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Thunder Bay Among Communities Preparing to Host Evacuees

Posted on Wednesday, April 10, 2019 11:30 AM

The City of Thunder Bay is among communities that have been asked by the Province to host residents of Kashechewan First Nation due to potential for flooding.

“Thunder Bay has a long history of stepping forward as a host community, supported by full funding from the federal government,” said Mayor Bill Mauro. “Our community is pulling together to assist our neighbours from the north.”

The City’s response is a coordinated effort in partnership with the Canadian Red Cross, Department of Indigenous Services...

City Looking to Streamline New Business Applications

Posted on Monday, April 08, 2019 07:30 AM

Mayor Bill Mauro will bring together the City’s Development and Emergency Services Department, the Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC), and the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce to discuss a more efficient process to enhance new business development in the city.

“I asked for this meeting some time ago, between the City, CEDC and the Chamber to get a sense of any policies and processes that can be improved to facilitate a more positive business environment in the community,” said Mayor Mauro....

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Mayor Assesses Multi-use Indoor Turf Facilities in Winnipeg

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2019 11:00 AM

Moving forward on plans for a multi-use indoor turf facility for Thunder Bay, Mayor Bill Mauro met with operators of two similar facilities in Winnipeg this week to learn more about how such a facility could meet the needs of our community.

“Given Council’s direction which identifies a multi-use indoor turf facility as a priority project, it made sense to look at what’s being done elsewhere in terms of functionality and operating requirements in order to assess what might be possible here,” said Mayor...

Thunder Bay Recognized as Youth Friendly City

Posted on Thursday, April 04, 2019 05:45 AM

Thunder Bay has officially been recognized as a Youth Friendly Designated City.  The City of Thunder Bay’s Recreation and Culture Division put forth an application based on the work that has been achieve in the area over the past several years. The successful designation recognizes the outstanding commitment to promoting youth engagement in meaningful and ongoing ways in many facets of community life. 

“We are currently recognized as a Youth Friendly Designated City - Bronze Level,” said...