Residents of Thunder Bay are learning that Despite wildfire conditions improving in and around the city, 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 situation Services (NES), stated the number one cause of fire spread…
The northwestern Ontario community is abuzz with news that With weather conditions improving and fire behaviour slowing, residents of Upsala are returning home following a voluntary evacuation last week. "The weather has cooled. the humidity is up," indicated Upsala fire chief Doug Kiezebrink. "Winds are maybe still a bit of a problem." Kiezebrink called the fire — Fort Frances 14,…
News from Thunder Bay: News –TB26028209–Visible officers presence expected on the Lakehead’s south end A visible law enforcement presence is expected in the Cumming Street area. the regional capital Officers Service officers responded to a call for service in the area on the evening of July 18, 2026. No further information is available at this time. Updates will be provided…
Local authorities in Thunder Bay report that 131 active wildfires are burning in northwestern Ontario, with 30 listed as not under control, according to the latest update from Ontario Forest Fires. The largest wildfire in the region, known as Thunder Bay 36, also remains out of control and spans more than 315,000 hectares. The Ministry of Natural Resources indicated the…
THUNDER BAY — NEWS – July 21, 2026– Air quality conditions in Thunder Bay have improved significantly, allowing Urban centre 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. With…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: Thunder Bay, 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 Program. 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 undertaking…
News from Thunder Bay: Rebecca Carr is calling on the area to join her on August 23 for a Taking Back the Trails Citizens Walk around the Boulevard Lake loop in Thunder Bay, Ont. While Carr has recently been in the area, the walk will be her first time on the trails since she was attacked on May 7 during…
A developing story from 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…
Thunder Bay, ON — 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 to not pick up any…
News from Thunder Bay: 131 active wildfires are burning in northwestern Ontario, with 30 listed as not under control, according to the latest update from Ontario Forest Fires. The largest wildfire in the region, known as Thunder Bay 36, also remains out of control and spans more than 315,000 hectares. The Ministry of Natural Resources shared the Lakehead region–Ignace Districthas…