City News

Centennial Park Playground Official Grand Opening

The City of Thunder Bay celebrated the official grand opening of the newly reconstructed Centennial Park Playground today on-site with a ribbon cutting ceremony.

The project budget was $700,000, and is located between the Chalet and the farm amongst the existing forest and natural landscape. It utilizes wood log structures for the playground and features a zip line, a three pod climbing area with slides, climbers, swings and a well-hidden Wolf Den among many other features. There is also space to...

Council Extends Condolences on Passing of Queen Elizabeth II

City Council is welcoming the public to share in extending messages of condolence to honour the passing of Queen Elizabeth II.

“We are deeply saddened to hear of the death of the Queen,” said the Mayor of Thunder Bay. “With a life spanning 96 years, she has garnered much love and respect from people around the world. Her passing marks the end of an era as England’s longest reigning monarch. She leaves a legacy that will long be remembered. The Queen and the Royal Family will be in the thoughts and...

Site Preparation Underway to Lift James Whalen Tug

In anticipation of next week’s work to raise and move the James Whalen tug, contractors will begin moving equipment and preparing the site today at Kaministiquia River Heritage Park.

In early May, the tug took on water and sank.

The pedestrian underpass at Donald Street will be closed to accommodate the equipment and recovery operations. Fencing is also going up in the park to keep onlookers at a safe distance.

“Our main concern with this operation is public safety,” said Cory Halvorsen, Manager...

Thunder Bay to Host International Overdose Awareness Day

Raising awareness of overdose and reducing the stigma of drug-related deaths are two of the goals of International Overdose Awareness Day, held annually on Aug. 31.

This year’s event at the entrance to the Kaministiquia River Heritage Park at the corner of Donald and Simpson Streets will feature community resource booths, overdose prevention training and free naloxone, as well as activities to make a tribute to a loved one.

“We really want to raise awareness about how overdoses impact so many people...