THUNDER BAY — the northwestern Ontario hub, Ont., has recently completed the installation ofEsox (Ginoozheg)by Halifax-based artist Simon Lacey in the Mall Street Plaza as part of theNorth Core Streetscape Undertaking. The public artwork, which translates to 'pike' (esox in Latin and ginoozheg in Ojibway), is located between Red River Road and Park Street. “It was a big initiative in…
Thunder Bay, Ontario — NEWS – July 21, 2026– Air quality conditions in Thunder Bay have improved significantly, allowing The Lakehead services and outdoor activities to continue operating normally while the Community maintains its support for the ongoing regional wildfire response. The Air Quality Health Index is currently atLow-Riskconditions throughout the day, increasing to Moderate Risk tonight and into tomorrow.…
The northwestern Ontario community is abuzz with news that July 24, 2026–TB26029085 –The Thunder Bay Officers Service (TBPS) is investigating a prisoner escape from the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre. TBPS is seeking to locate the suspect: 65-year-old Anthony Patrick FRIZZELL. The Thunder Bay Law enforcement Service is advising drivers on Thunder Bay’s south end and in the Highway 61 area…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: Despite wildfire conditions improving in and around Thunder Bay, Ont., on Tuesday, there are many steps residents can still take to reduce their wildfire risk and the likelihood of negative impacts to their properties. Mark Shruiff, the fire chief for Neebing Urgent response Services (NES), shared the number one cause of fire spread and…
Residents of Thunder Bay are learning that Dilico Anishinabek Family Care held its eighth annual powwow on Thursday in Fort William First Nation, which neighbours the northwestern Ontario hub. The event helped bring people together as hundreds are displaced during Ontario's wildfire season. Zander Lapensee says powwows have changed his life — and amid a difficult wildfire season in northwestern…
Thunder Bay, Ontario — A wildfire support budgetary support started days ago by two the regional capital, Ont., organizations has already raised $25,000. The United Way of Thunder Bay and Thunder Bay The public Foundation initiated the Northwestern Ontario Wildfire Local residents Support Investment program on Friday. The budgetary support will support those affected by the wildfires burning across northwestern…
Thunder Bay, ON — Dilico Anishinabek Family Care held its eighth annual powwow on Thursday in Fort William First Nation, which neighbours Thunder Bay. The event helped bring people together as hundreds are displaced during Ontario's wildfire season. Zander Lapensee says powwows have changed his life — and amid a difficult wildfire season in northwestern Ontario, he hopes his dancing…
News from Thunder Bay: Residents can expect a visible officers presence in the Prince Arthur Boulevard area as Thunder Bay Law enforcement investigate an incident reported early Saturday morning. The probe is connected to occurrence number TB26028109. The Lakehead Law enforcement Service noted the incident occurred during the early morning hours of July 18, 2026. Officers are expected to remain…
The northwestern Ontario community is abuzz with news that Northwestern Ontario’s wildfire critical incident remains the leading regional story Thursday as thousands of evacuees remain away from home and governments prepare for continued fire activity. Internationally, attacks on oil tankers in the Red Sea are pushing crude prices toward US$100 a barrel. Nationally, Canada faces prolonged uncertainty over continental trade,…
THUNDER BAY — A new program hopes to help northwestern Ontario's agri-food entrepreneurs grow their businesses. The Food Enterprises Advancement and SME Transformation, or FEAST, program will offer advice, access to equipment, educational opportunities, and financial assistance to businesses and entrepreneurs in the agri-food sector, such as home-based baking operations or makers of other food products. On Wednesday, FedNor disclosed…