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City of Thunder Bay Responding to Flooding Situation

Posted on Thursday, May 12, 2022 04:31 PM

The City of Thunder Bay is currently working to address and monitor city-wide flooding risks, following the Flood Watch Warning issued by the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority.

The City is reminding residents to exercise caution in and around area waterways. Drivers are asked to proceed with caution on roads with higher water levels, as the adjacent ditch may not be visible and is a hazard.

The flooding situation has led to closures across the city on sections of the following roads: 15th Side...

City of Thunder Bay By-law Officers

City Seeks Feedback on By-law Changes

Posted on Thursday, May 12, 2022 03:41 PM

The City of Thunder Bay is updating its Property Standards and Yard Maintenance By-laws, in a process that will include the creation of two new stand-alone By-laws.

The changes are in response to requests from the public, and will expand the hours, scope and availability of Licensing and Enforcement Officers.

“These By-laws provide minimum standards for building and yard maintenance,” said Doug Vincent, Manager – Licensing and Enforcement.

“Updating these By-laws will ensure that buildings in the...

City Archives Seeking Nominations for Women’s History Month Exhibit

Posted on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 03:42 PM

The City Archives is now accepting nominations for their Women’s History Month exhibit. The exhibit was launched in 2013 to celebrate women who have made a contribution to Thunder Bay’s history. New profiles of women are added to the exhibit during Women’s History Month every October.

“Every year the variety of the contributions these women make to our life changes,” said Matt Szybalski, Manager Archives, Records & Privacy. “For example, last year we added racial and gender equality advocate,...

Leaf and Yard Waste

Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Scheduled for May 31 - June 10

Posted on Monday, May 09, 2022 02:51 PM

May 9, 2022 – Curbside collection of leaf and yard waste will be delayed due to the late arrival of spring, taking place between May 31 – June 10, on regular recycling days during that two-week-period.

Only Kraft (paper bags) will be accepted for leaf and yard waste. Bags are available at most hardware and grocery stores. Each filled bag must weigh less than 18 kg (40 lbs.).

Branches and brush may also be left at the curb for collection. Bundles of branches must be less than one metre (39 inches)...

School Crossing Guard

Shortage of School Crossing Guards Throughout City

Posted on Tuesday, May 03, 2022 01:03 PM

Shortage of School Crossing Guards Throughout the City

 May 3, 2022 – The City is experiencing a shortage of School Crossing Guards throughout the city, causing vacancies at some locations for the foreseeable future.

 “We have communicated the shortage and vacant crossing locations with the impacted schools, and are working to prioritize those crossings with the greatest need so that they are covered first,” said Michelle Riemer, Crossing Guard Field Supervisor.

 Students are reminded...