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Tourism sector saw 'remarkable recovery' in 2022

Tourism sector saw 'remarkable recovery' in 2022

While some parts of Thunder Bay’s tourism sector continue to struggle, hotel occupancy and other indicators have rebounded to pre-pandemic levels.
City grants give housing projects a boost

City grants give housing projects a boost

The City of Thunder Bay has awarded half a million dollars in grants to local supportive housing and seniors independent living projects.
Dease skate park plan rolls on

Dease skate park plan rolls on

Thunder Bay's city council has voiced general support for a planned skate park at the former Dease Pool site, while questioning some elements like noise mitigation and a proposed outdoor pizza oven.
Homelessness and addictions dominated municipal election, got little attention in budget

Homelessness and addictions dominated municipal election, got little attention in budget

Worsening crises of homelessness and housing, addictions, and mental health dominated Thunder Bay’s recent municipal election, but spending on those issues remains a footnote in the city budget.
City releases draft plan for Dease skate park

City releases draft plan for Dease skate park

The City of Thunder Bay has released a draft design for a planned skate park and public plaza at the former Dease Pool site, with possibilities including the partial closure of Dease Street and an outdoor pizza oven.
Bridge funding key step toward north-south cycling route

Bridge funding key step toward north-south cycling route

After years of setbacks, the Vickers-Carrick bridge looks set to move forward – but some leaders still question if it’s a top infrastructure priority.
Council in Brief: Feb. 6

Council in Brief: Feb. 6

Thunder Bay’s city council approved the 2023 city budget Monday, while putting its stamp on the police services board with a new citizen appointee.
'Everything on the table' in library facilities plan

'Everything on the table' in library facilities plan

A Thunder Bay Public Library review will consider possibilities including building new branches and cutting existing ones, as some city councillors suggest closing downtown locations.
2024 Winter Games organizing committee announced

2024 Winter Games organizing committee announced

Barry Streib and Tracie Smith have been tapped as co-chairs of Thunder Bay's 30-member organizing committee for the 2024 Ontario Winter Games.
Council cuts budget further, approving 5% tax hike

Council cuts budget further, approving 5% tax hike

Thunder Bay’s city council has approved a 2023 budget that balances millions in new police spending with cuts to other city services.
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