Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Thunder Bay News and Information

COVID-19 Daily Situation Report for April 18th, 2020

Apr 18, 2020 2:05 PM Read more >

Face masks will be mandatory for all air travel

Regulations come into effect at noon on Monday; passengers who don't have the required mask or face covering will not be allowed to fly.

Apr 18, 2020 11:43 AM Read more >

Westgate teachers, SSPs parade for special needs students (5 photos)

Special needs teachers and support workers from Westgate Collegiate and Vocational Institute visited students' homes with a vehicle parade to offer encouragement during school closures

Apr 17, 2020 6:08 PM Read more >

Two of three COVID-19 cases are mine-related

Total cases up to 49 in Thunder Bay District, 22 of which have been resolved.

Apr 17, 2020 4:20 PM Read more >

Public Health Ontario pushing for local COVID-19 lab

Lab would alleviate concerns over testing capacity and wait times, returning results in hours.

Apr 17, 2020 3:57 PM Read more >

Still no word on when Ontario schools will reopen

The provincial government has only said schools will not reopen on May 4 as it partners with Apple and Rogers to provide 21,000 iPads and free connectivity for online learning

Apr 17, 2020 3:10 PM Read more >

COVID-19 Daily Situation Report for April 17th, 2020

Apr 17, 2020 2:51 PM Read more >

Fewer presumed COVID-19 patients in hospital

Thunder Bay hospital sees reasons for cautious optimism, with fewer presumed cases being treated in the facility.

Apr 17, 2020 1:43 PM Read more >

City owned cemeteries closing on Monday

Funeral services will still be allowed, but no more than 10, including clergy, can attend.

Apr 17, 2020 10:35 AM Read more >

Matawa First Nations express frustration over COVID-19 response

Chiefs of the tribal council say governments must do a better job.

Apr 17, 2020 8:06 AM Read more >