Residents of Thunder Bay are learning that There are 146 active wildfires burning in northwestern Ontario according to the latest update from Ontario's Aviation, Forest Fire and Urgent situation Services. Of these, 53 are listed as not under control, five are being held, seven are under control and the rest are being observed. The largest wildfire in the region, known…
News from Thunder Bay: Support continues to pour in for wildfire evacuees in Thunder Bay, with one organization saying it's received thousands of donations in support of people displaced by the fires burning across northwestern Ontario. Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment & Training Services (KKETS) has transformed its warehouse on Beaverhall Place in the community into a donation hub, and has accepted…
Local authorities in Thunder Bay report that July 16, 2026– The Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) in Thunder Bay remainsVery High Risktoday as smoke from area wildfires continues to impact air quality in the municipality. The suspension of non-critical Community outdoor operations and programming will continue to protect the health and safety of both staff and participants. In addition to…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: The Urban centre of Thunder Bay has activated its Critical incident Operations Centre as a precaution while wildfires, evacuations and heavy smoke continue to affect Northwestern Ontario. The Lakehead administration stressed that the activation does not mean Thunder Bay is facing an immediate wildfire threat. There is currently no indication that residents of the…
Local authorities in Thunder Bay report that Asnew wildfiresare discovered in northwestern Ontario during a week of devastation, evacuations have begun for members of Eabametoong First Nation, a fly-in the region over 300 kilometres north of Thunder Bay. The First Nation confirmed on social media that transporting people from the area began on Saturday, with seven flights carrying roughly 460…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: Provincial animal welfare organizations are coming together to aid pets displaced amid wildfire evacuations across northwestern Ontario. Northern Reach Networkhas received hundreds of messages requesting support in its efforts to help communities in and around Thunder Bay, including remote communities being evacuated. Paul Bishop, a board member with the non-profit, confirmed the network was…
Residents of Thunder Bay are learning that Support continues to pour in for wildfire evacuees in the city, with one organization saying it's received thousands of donations in support of people displaced by the fires burning across northwestern Ontario. Kiikenomaga Kikenjigewen Employment & Training Services (KKETS) has transformed its warehouse on Beaverhall Place in the urban centre into a donation…
Thunder Bay, Ontario — A 41-year-old the city man is facing six charges following a authorities probe into an assault reported in the Villa Street and Cumberland Street North area on Canada Day. the city Officers Service officers arrested Timothy Cambly on July 15 after an examination involving the Hate Crime Unit and several other specialized units. Authorities say Primary…
The northwestern Ontario community is abuzz with news that First Nation chiefs from northwestern Ontario are calling for a public inquiry into the provincial government’s response to the region's wildfires, which have resulted in more than a dozen evacuations. At a media conference hosted by Nishnawbe Aski Nation (NAN) at the Superior Inn Hotel and Conference Centre in Thunder Bay…
A developing story from Thunder Bay: WEATHER DESK – the city begins Saturday under widespread wildfire smoke, sharply reduced visibility and an Orange Air Quality Warning. The temperature is already near 19°C, with a humid afternoon expected as the high reaches 26°C. A chance of showers and thunderstorms could bring temporary community improvement, but Environment Canada expects very poor air…