Thunder Bay Transit has returned to normal operations following a temporary suspension caused by severe winter weather conditions. The public transportation system advised passengers to expect some delays as road conditions remained challenging. RETURN TO SERVICE After suspending operations during the peak of the snowstorm, Thunder Bay Transit announced the resumption of service across all routes. The transportation authority stated…
Thunder Bay representatives traveled to Toronto to participate in the annual Rural Ontario Municipal Association conference, an important opportunity for municipal leaders to engage with provincial cabinet ministers on issues affecting rural communities. KEY ISSUES ON THE AGENDA Delegates from Thunder Bay, including Mayor Ken Boschoff, had at least nine meetings planned to discuss infrastructure needs and environmental concerns facing…
Major progress is being made on the Highway 11/17 twinning project between Thunder Bay and Nipigon. The Ontario government has awarded a significant contract to expand the corridor from two to four lanes. 107 MILLION DOLLAR CONTRACT ANNOUNCED The contract, valued at $107 million, includes $77 million in provincial funding and $30 million from the federal government. Terranorth Construction and…
Thunder Bay city council convened recently, addressing several important matters affecting local residents. Here is a summary of the key decisions made during the meeting. ALCOHOL POLICY UPDATE APPROVED Council unanimously approved updates to the city Municipal Alcohol Policy, which serves as the guideline for alcohol service at events on municipal property including parks and recreation facilities. The policy, originally…
Thunder Bay residents should prepare for significant road and infrastructure improvements throughout 2026. The city has announced a substantial investment aimed at modernizing essential services and enhancing transportation networks. 55 MILLION DOLLAR INVESTMENT IN LOCAL INFRASTRUCTURE The City of Thunder Bay is committing $55 million to fund crucial infrastructure projects including road rehabilitation, sidewalk replacements, sewer and watermain repairs, and…
As pet owners, we love treating our furry friends like family. And what better way to show them how much we care than by dressing them up in personalized attire? Pet shirts have become increasingly popular, allowing us to express our pets personality while keeping them comfortable and stylish. WHY PERSONALIZE YOUR PETS CLOTHING? Personalized pet apparel is more than…