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

Three new COVID-19 cases announced

Active case count climbs to 22.

Nov 12, 2021 10:49 AM Read more >

"Concerning" COVID-19 trends could halt reopening: DeMille

Rise in cases at local and provincial level points to possibility of reimposing public health measures heading into winter, says medical officer of health.

Nov 11, 2021 7:39 PM Read more >

District records first COVID-related death since June

There have been 65 deaths tied to COVID-19 since the pandemic began in the District of Thunder Bay.

Nov 11, 2021 10:02 AM Read more >

Ontario pauses lifting of capacity limits

Ontario government delays plan to remove capacity restrictions at night clubs, other high-risk indoor settings where vaccine proof required.

Nov 10, 2021 4:58 PM Read more >

Spectators can attend indoor high school sports events starting next week

Thunder Bay school boards will allow two spectators per student athlete.

Nov 10, 2021 3:17 PM Read more >

Two new COVID-19 cases in the Thunder Bay district

One case results from close contact, the other from travel outside NW Ontario

Nov 10, 2021 10:02 AM Read more >

Hospital testing centre keeping close eye on PCR test requests

Assessment centre manager Jackie Park says staff are well trained to spot those who might be seeking tests for travel purposes.

Nov 9, 2021 3:34 PM Read more >

COVID-19 case count falls to 20 in the Thunder Bay district

The majority of cases are in the Greenstone region.

Nov 9, 2021 9:44 AM Read more >

Thunder Bay Social Services Board implements COVID-19 vaccination policy

Staff, contractors, and vendors are all covered by the policy.

Nov 9, 2021 8:06 AM Read more >

Pigeon River border crossing reopens for Canadian travellers

Price of COVID-19 tests required by federal government is expected to deter many travellers

Nov 8, 2021 5:00 PM Read more >