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

Hemlo gold mine stays in operation during COVID-19 pandemic

Barrick says it is taking precautions to reduce the threat of COVID-19.

Mar 24, 2020 1:02 PM Read more >

Shelter House suspends SOS Program

The suspension of the program is to protect the health and safety of clients, staff, and volunteers amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Mar 24, 2020 11:48 AM Read more >

UPDATE: Bombardier suspending all Canadian operations

All Canadian operations including air and rail production will be suspended until April 26 due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Mar 24, 2020 10:50 AM Read more >

COVID-19 prompts changes in postal service

Changes include reduced hours of service and Knock, Drop & Go for parcel delivery.

Mar 24, 2020 10:24 AM Read more >

A list of businesses that can stay open

A total of 74 categories are listed that can remain open.

Mar 24, 2020 7:45 AM Read more >

City eyes financial relief for residents, businesses

Council will look at options including deferral of taxes, water bills

Mar 23, 2020 9:13 PM Read more >

School closures to last beyond April 6, Ford says

The government has not yet made an official announcement on the issue

Mar 23, 2020 5:10 PM Read more >

Community fund for COVID-19 response gets $100,000 donation

The Thunder Bay Community Foundation teamed up with the United Way.

Mar 23, 2020 3:39 PM Read more >

UPDATE: Fort William First Nation prepares to close community

Business owners on City Road said move would not affect them.

Mar 23, 2020 3:38 PM Read more >

Province provides $200 million for shelters, social services

The funding will provide assistance to homeless shelters, emergency services, and non-profits to that help vulnerable members of the population during COVID-19 pandemic.

Mar 23, 2020 2:54 PM Read more >