City News

Celebrating 25 Grants Distributed to New Businesses

May 6, 2016 - The Thunder Bay and District Entrepreneur Centre marks the two-year anniversary of the official launch of the Ontario government's Starter Company program, which provides training, mentoring, and a potential grant of up to $5,000 for those with a winning business plan. 25 grants have been awarded to young entrepreneurs, who have used the money to purchase inventory, secure a store space, advertise, and help with other start-up costs.

To date, nearly 100 youth have taken advantage of...

Water Street Improvements Begin Monday

May 6, 2016 - Construction work on Water Street is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 9, from Villa Street south to Cumberland, and is expected to last up to four days.

Improvements include milling and paving as well as manhole, valve and catch basin leveling. The work is expected to be complete within approximately eight days and will result in spot lane closures. The road will be reopened at night throughout the duration of the construction.

These improvements will restore the driving surface of this...

Owner Ticketed For Smoke and CO Alarm Violations

May 5, 2016 - The owner of a Blucher Avenue rental property has been ticketed for failing to maintain a smoke alarm and also for failing to install a carbon monoxide alarm where required. Each ticket carries a fine of $360.

On May 2, Thunder Bay Fire Rescue was investigating a complaint that had been made against the property. The investigation revealed that a smoke alarm in the home was not working and the home didn't have the required carbon monoxide alarm.

"Thunder Bay Fire Rescue has a zero tolerance...

City Kicks Off National Youth Week and Youth Arts Week

May 3, 2016 -Mayor Keith Hobbs, along with local youth from Sir Winston Churchill school, officially proclaimed May 1-7 as Youth Week and raised the official flag today at City Hall to kick-off the celebrations.

National Youth Week celebrates the positive contributions that youth make to their communities, their achievements, and their volunteerism.

"Young people are the future of our community, so we continue to support and help them set and pursue their goals," said Mayor Keith Hobbs.  "It...

Jane's Walk Festival Celebrates Safe, Inclusive Neighbourhoods

May 3, 2016 - This coming weekend, Thunder Bay residents will take to the streets to participate in Thunder Bay's 6th Annual Annual Jane's Walk Festival. Local volunteers will be leading nine free neighbourhood walks to inspire citizens to get to know their City and each other. Walks are held across the world during this weekend in celebration of Jane Jacobs's birthday, May 4.

"Jane's Walk is about connecting with neighbors and exploring a more holistic approach to neighborhood safety and inclusion,"...