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News from Thunder Bay: Northwestern Ontario’s wildfire critical incident remains the leading story for NetNewsLedger readers on Sunday, July 19, 2026, with 137 active fires, continuing evacuations and widespread smoke affecting communities, transportation and public health. Ontario Premier Doug Ford was in the Lakehead Saturday, where he met with fire authorities and Indigenous people evacuated from threatened and damaged communities.…

Thunder Bay, ON — WEATHER DESK – Thunder Bay 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 quality to…

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…

Thunder Bay, ON — A wildfire support investment program started days ago by two Thunder Bay, Ont., organizations has already raised $25,000. The United Way of Thunder Bay and Thunder Bay Citizens Foundation initiated the Northwestern Ontario Wildfire Local residents Support Investment program on Friday. The grant will support those affected by the wildfires burning across northwestern Ontario. On Monday,…

Residents of Thunder Bay are learning that A 41-year-old the regional capital man is facing six charges following a law enforcement probe into an assault reported in the Villa Street and Cumberland Street North area on Canada Day. the Lakehead Authorities Service officers arrested Timothy Cambly on July 15 after an inquiry involving the Hate Crime Unit and several other…

THUNDER BAY — 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 on Tuesday, Gull Bay First Nation’s…

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: NEWS – July 21, 2026– Air quality conditions in the regional capital have improved significantly, allowing Urban centre services and outdoor activities to continue operating normally while the Lakehead 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…

Thunder Bay, Ontario — 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," declared Upsala fire chief Doug Kiezebrink. "Winds are maybe still a bit of a problem." Kiezebrink called the fire — Fort Frances 14, which at one point was…

The northwestern Ontario community is abuzz with news that Two Thunder Bay men have been charged with second-degree murder after law enforcement responding to a reported assault found a deceased person in the Cumming Street area late Saturday night. Thunder Bay Officers Service officers were called to the area at about 11 p.m. on July authorities declared members of the…