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

Gap, Old Navy, SportChek among retailers planning to close

Canadian Tire stores will remain open, but with reduced hours.

Mar 18, 2020 9:03 PM Read more >

Tbaytel takes steps to combat COVID-19 outbreak

Utility will waive long distance and SMS charges for those outside the country through May 15, have added 30 of their most popular television channels to everyone's TV packages.

Mar 18, 2020 7:14 PM Read more >

Provincial parks to close

Visitors with bookings up to April 30 will be refunded in full.

Mar 18, 2020 7:14 PM Read more >

Humane Society closes shelter and clinic to public, adoptions still available

The low-cost spay and neuter clinic and the shelter are closed but the Thunder Bay and District Humane Society says adoptions are still available and can be done through appointment only

Mar 18, 2020 4:23 PM Read more >

Thunder Bay hospital has empty beds

The hospital is preparing for the potential arrival of COVID-19 patients

Mar 18, 2020 3:54 PM Read more >

Synergy North extends disconnection ban

Extension will begin on Wednesday, as company attempts to help those struggling to pay electricity bill because of the ongoing coronavirus threat.

Mar 18, 2020 1:47 PM Read more >

Ten Mile Road Race cancelled

Event has been a Victoria Day tradition for decades.

Mar 18, 2020 1:20 PM Read more >

Canada to provide $82 billion in COVID-19 support package

Wage subsidies for small businesses and up to $900 biweekly to workers who lose their jobs and don't qualify for employment insurance will be put in place once approved by Parliament.

Mar 18, 2020 12:30 PM Read more >

Porter Airlines suspends flights until June 1

The company says it's necessary to help contain the spread of COVID-19

Mar 18, 2020 10:23 AM Read more >

Trump confirms border with Canada to temporarily close

Non-essential travel will not be allowed until the ban is lifted, though commerce is expected to continue.

Mar 18, 2020 10:14 AM Read more >