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City reopens city hall, but looks to keep COVID's "silver lining"

City reopens city hall, but looks to keep COVID's "silver lining"

Public can join city council meetings in person as of March 21, service counters open; City councillors hope to preserve ability to participate virtually.
Indoor turf project remains on pause, with no answer on $22 million funding ask

Indoor turf project remains on pause, with no answer on $22 million funding ask

City initially indicated it expected a response from feds last year; In meantime, private proposals are on hold.
New pedestrian-cyclist bridges would connect Lakehead University area

New pedestrian-cyclist bridges would connect Lakehead University area

City applying for federal funds for two new bridges crossing McIntyre River, repurposing Edward Street Bridge girders.
Council in Brief: March 7

Council in Brief: March 7

Thunder Bay will ask federal government to designate it an "ideal location" for Ukrainians fleeing Russian invasion after Monday city council meeting.
City faces decisions on new green bin program

City faces decisions on new green bin program

Thunder Bay's city council will be asked to decide on program details in coming months, including whether to include businesses and multi-residential units.
City of Thunder Bay seeks federal recognition as an "ideal location" for displaced Ukrainians

City of Thunder Bay seeks federal recognition as an "ideal location" for displaced Ukrainians

City council passes resolution as mayor indicates he is seeking housing availability; Unclear whether city's ask could have any impact on federal resettlement efforts.
Thunder Bay ideal resettlement hub for displaced Ukrainians, Mauro says

Thunder Bay ideal resettlement hub for displaced Ukrainians, Mauro says

Mayor wants feds to identify city as “ideal location” for resettlement; Refugee groups say that could be premature.
City seeks funds for two new pedestrian-cyclist bridges

City seeks funds for two new pedestrian-cyclist bridges

Federal dollars would support repurposing Edward Street Bridge girders to build two bridges near Lakehead University.
City seeks feedback on overhaul of zoning rules

City seeks feedback on overhaul of zoning rules

Overhauled land use rules will have profound impact on future development, municipal leaders say.
Feds chip in funding for conservatory renewal

Feds chip in funding for conservatory renewal

Thunder Bay’s Centennial Botanical Conservatory receives $1.7 million in funding to help revamp conservatory and production greenhouses.
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