West Arthur Community Centre

1914 Arthur Street West

Thunder Bay, ON P7K 1C7

(807)625-2304 // communitycentres@thunderbay.ca
www.thunderbay.ca/westarthur

West Arthur Community Centre is a vibrant hub for the Thunder Bay community! Featuring a versatile main hall and multipurpose rooms, the Centre is perfect for hosting celebrations, events, and activities for all ages. In addition to being available for private rentals, the Centre offers a variety of drop-in and registration-based programs, providing opportunities for connection, recreation, and learning.

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To inquire about renting a space at West Arthur Community Centre, call 807-625-2304 or email communitycentres@thunderbay.ca.

West Arthur Community Centre Room Rentals

Arthur Hall

The Arthur Hall is perfect for

Family and friends to celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, showers and retirements
Teammates to gather for end of season wind-ups and awards nights
Trainers and Supervisors to lead training sessions, workshops or meetings
Instructors to lead fitness and recreational activities
Alcohol-free events

The Arthur Hall features a coat room and a serving area (formerly the bar service area). The service area has a sink and access to a large cooler for storing food and beverages for your event.

As an addition to your rental of the Arthur Hall, you can also request the use of our Bluetooth speaker and microphone, and projector.

West Arthur Room

The West Arthur Room comfortably accommodates up to 25 people and it suitable for

smaller group meetings
craft and hobby group gatherings
small social gatherings
small group fitness classes such as yoga or pilates

Kitchen

Our full-service commercial kitchen boasts two ovens, elements, flat top grill, commercial dishwasher, and lots of counterspace. Dishware and eating utensils are also available for by renters.

Craft Room

The Craft Room is comfortably accommodates 8 to 10 people for a meeting or small gathering.

Upcoming Events

Check-out The Key for more information on events & programming hosted at West Arthur Community Centre.

Drop-In Craft Nights

Bring your favorite craft and enjoy a relaxing evening alongside friends. Whether you're into knitting, drawing, painting, or another creative hobby, this is the perfect space to connect and create.

Learn and Share Skills!
Swap tips, tricks, and inspiration with others in a fun and welcoming environment.

When: Wednesdays (January 15 to May 14), 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Cost: $2.00 at the door

No need to register—just drop in and get creative!

Table Tennis

Calling All Table Tennis Players!

Join us at the West Arthur Community Centre for weekly table tennis sessions. This is your chance to sharpen your skills, have fun, and connect with fellow players!

Session Details
Dates: January 16 – May 15, 2025
Time: Thursdays, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Fees

18-week registration: $100.98
Drop-in: $7.00 per session

How to Register
Sign up through PerfectMind using course code: 00030548.

Don’t miss out—grab your paddle and join the action!

Drop-in Crib Nights

Wednesday evenings starting January 8 through May 14, 2025

$4 drop-in fee, includes cash prizes.

18+, no registration required.

7:00pm-9:00pm

Cribbage Tens Tournaments

Play your best hand at our Tens Cribbage Tournament!

$8 for 7 games, no advanced registration required. All players must be 18 years of age or older.

Rotating partners and an opportunity to win cash prizes.

Tournaments take place from 1:00-4:00PM, dates are as follows:

Saturday February 15, 2025

Saturday April 26, 2025

Winter FunDay at West Arthur

Winter FunDays is an opportunity to enjoy FREE winter programming for the whole family.

Celebrate Winter FunDays with West Arthur Community Centre and Thunder Bay Indigenous Friendship Center on Sunday February 23, 2025.

Bannock Making with Indigenous Friendship Centre

Come gather around the fire and learn the art of making bannock! This hands-on event will teach you how to prepare and cook this traditional Indigenous bread over an open flame. Whether you're a seasoned baker or new to outdoor cooking, you'll enjoy the simple yet delicious process of making your own bannock.

Location: West Arthur Community Centre

Time: 2:00-4:00pm

Click here for more information about Winter FunDays throughout Thunder Bay.

55 Plus Programming - Tuesday to Friday, 9 am - 4 pm.

Learn about the $3 drop in West Arthur Community Centre 55 Plus Programs.

Advisory Committee Opportunity

The City of Thunder Bay invites citizens to express their interest in serving on the West Arthur Community Centre Administrative Advisory Committee. The Recreation & Culture Division is currently seeking volunteers to fill two (2) vacancies on this committee.

This is a great opportunity to get involved and contribute to the success of the West Arthur Community Centre!

Application Form

Please complete and submit this Application Form.

Terms of Reference

Details of the Committee can be found in the Terms of Reference.

For More Information

For information or to submit your application, email Paul at paul.burke@thunderbay.ca.