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Next federal government should prioritize affordable housing: Thunder Bay advocate

Continued investments in affordable housing should be top of mind for the next federal government if any progress is to be made on the homelessness crisis in Thunder Bay, according to one community organization.

Ontario transportation minister requests Toronto award subway car contract to Alstom Thunder Bay

Ontario's transportation minister is asking the City of Toronto to consider a sole-source contract with Alstom that would see 55 new subway cars built in Thunder Bay.

Lake Superior Paranormal Convention expands for 2025

Spooks, spectres and legendary beasts of all kinds — and the people who chase them —will once again take centre state on Thunder Bay this fall.

Tariff uncertainty posing a challenge for Ontario municipalities

The ongoing Canada-U.S. trade war is forcing Ontario municipalities to be ready to adapt quickly on future infrastructure projects.

Council approves Cumberland Street North site for temporary shelter village

Thunder Bay city council has approved a location on Cumberland Street for a temporary shelter village that would serve the city's unhoused population.

Report recommends changes to Oliver Paipoonge fire stations

Residents of Oliver Paipoonge will have a chance to voice their opinions on some proposed changes to the municipality's volunteer fire department next month.

City of Thunder Bay proposes new site for temporary shelter village

Thunder Bay city administration is proposing a new site for a temporary shelter village, which would provide stability and support for the city's unhoused population.
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A trip back through video game history

With shelves full of classic games and consoles, a visit to Thunder Bay's Retro North Games is like taking a trip back through video game history.

Retaliatory tariffs could be 'devastating' to Canadian book industry: Thunder Bay bookseller

A Thunder Bay bookseller says the United States-Canada trade war could have devastating effects on the Canadian book industry.

Province of Ontario bolsters staff in preparation for 2025 wildland fire season

The Province of Ontario says its prepared for the fast-approaching 2025 wildland fire season.