From the banners lining Memorial Avenue to the ceremonies across the city, Remembrance Day is coming up and Thunder Bay has several ways for you to honour those who served, those who never came home, and those who continue to serve today. If you’ve driven down Memorial Avenue lately, you’ve
There’s a very specific kind of fall day in Thunder Bay! You know the one… when the sky is that crisp (almost too blue), the
When fall rolls in, Thunder Bay shows off. It turns into a kaleidoscope of fiery reds, golden yellows and crisp orange leaves against the deep
Sweater weather is officially here, and TBay’s beer scene knows what’s up. While the landscapes around the city are going orange and red, and you
Golden afternoons with wildflowers and colourful leaves against an epic blue sky, moody mornings with plenty of misty charm, crisp evenings with all kinds of cozy (or spooky!) vibes …no doubt about it, fall in Thunder Bay is a feast for the senses. From farm visits, fall hikes and inviting
So you just got here! You might be starting classes at Lakehead or Confed, settling into a new job, or following someone you love who
September 30th is more than just a date on the calendar. It marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to honour the
No plane ticket, passport, or DeLorean necessary; just a quick drive down Broadway Avenue and you’re back to 1815. Fort William Historical Park drops you
There’s a specific kind of quiet that happens the moment you turn off the highway and onto the gravel road at Belluz Farms. The city noise disappears, the air smells like cut straw, and somewhere out past the barn, a two-acre corn maze is waiting to make you question your
Out in Murillo, someone’s currently eyeing pie pumpkins that aren’t quite ready yet, out toward Slate River, the dairy operations haven’t slowed down all summer,
Public or separate? French immersion, French only or English? Is after-school care available? Are there programs my future pilot/chef/millwright/dancer/mechanic will really really love? What part
There’s a rock formation in Lake Superior that you’ve probably looked at a thousand times. It’s that massive, moody silhouette stretched out across the horizon—also
Booming bass, traditional drums, the smell of bannock tacos in the air, jingle dresses, and so much more! Wake the Giant returns to the Thunder Bay Waterfront for YEAR SEVEN on September 12th, and it’s a day you definitely don’t want to miss (especially this year). One minute you might
Okay, so here’s a fun fact that will absolutely change your relationship with your own backyard… that thing you’ve been yanking out of your garden
Thunder Bay is found at the very top of Lake Superior—that’s why we’re also called the Lakehead! Our location on the world’s biggest freshwater lake
We’re deep in the thick of summer now, and if you haven’t been living on a patio every chance you get, we need to ask
Thunder Bay, clear your calendar! The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition hits the CLE grounds August 5th to 9th, running noon to midnight every single day. Rain or shine, doesn’t matter; the fair happens, and for five days, the whole city smells like fried dough and sounds like screaming teenagers on the
Forget palm trees! Around here, a beach might be a billion-year-old slab of granite, a strip of sand backed by boreal forest, a shoreline where
Photo credit: All photos in this article courtesy of Ontario Parks. An eagle’s-eye view of Northwestern Ontario reveals a whole lot of gorgeous natural beauty,
Some places just have a way of making summer feel like summer and Boulevard Lake IS that place in Thunder Bay! With 650 acres of
You know summer’s actually here in Thunder Bay the second you spot THE line. It’s not the May long weekend, not the first patio day, but the Merla Mae line…that’s the real signal. For the uninitiated, Merla Mae has been serving up soft serve and burgers at the same spot
“Oh, nothing. I don’t need anything,” says every dad, ever, when asked what they want for Father’s Day. But we don’t accept that answer, so
June in Thunder Bay just got a whole lot more colourful. Pride Month is here, and the city is not holding back with a month
Thunder Bay summers feel a bit magical: long golden days (seriously, the sun doesn’t set ‘til 10 or 11 pm), the endless blue of Superior,
In Thunder Bay, people don’t need an excuse to get outside; they need a good route. With the city sitting on over 56 kilometres of multi-use trails and 42 kilometres of bike lanes and shared roads, it’s all woven together into one of the best urban trail networks in Northern Ontario.
Thunder Bay sits on some genuinely jaw dropping wilderness, and you don’t need to drive six hours to experience it. But booking season is open
Thunder Bay doesn’t sound like just one thing. It’s not a single genre, venue, or crowd. It’s the buzz of amps warming up on a
If your entire personality suddenly becomes “plant parent” the second Thunder Bay hits double digits… same! Somewhere between the snow melting and that first actual
You know those places you don’t fully appreciate until you actually step inside? The Thunder Bay Art Gallery is one of them. At first glance, it’s easy to think you know what to expect, but the reality is, the space is constantly changing, quietly iconic, and somehow still a bit
From the vast waters of Lake Superior to the seemingly endless boreal forest and the smaller lakes and waterways that lace the land, the area
This one’s for the moms… well actually mostly for the dads, partners, and kids who are currently panic-googling “Mother’s Day ideas Thunder Bay.” Mother’s Day
If you thought Thunder Bay was just about epic hikes, cold plunges in Lake Superior, and chasing waterfalls… think again. Somewhere between the boreal forest
Tucked inside one of Thunder Bay’s most historic buildings, is one of the most important cultural hubs in Northern Ontario. Filled with live music, dramatic monologues, and full-scale productions, Magnus Theatre is THE region’s professional theatre company, and in fact, the only one between Barrie and Winnipeg. It’s been a
If you’ve ever tried explaining a Thunder Bay “shag” to someone from literally anywhere else… you already know the look. Confusion, maybe a bit of
Here’s something not a lot of people outside of Thunder Bay know: The city has a cool and thriving arts scene. Fine art of all
There’s the Sleeping Giant, Lake Superior, an impressive lineup of NHL players, but it’s real claim to fame… a sugar coated, slightly messy, and very
The Centennial Botanical Conservatory is officially back, baby! Your tropical escape is sitting right on Dease Street, and yes, admission is still absolutely free. After being closed since February 2024 for major renovations, this city landmark quietly reopened earlier this year and it looks incredible. Everything got an upgrade from
If you walk into Goods & Co right now and think, “I smell pancakes?” you’re not imagining things. That dreamy, buttery, Sunday morning scent is
Are you in your real estate era? In Thunder Bay, Millennial and Gen-Z first-time homebuyers find that buying that first place can be challenging but
The sun is shining, the snow is fresh, and it’s not -40°, so it feels like we all collectively won the lottery. It’s the perfect
If winter had an official dish, we think it should be ramen. Steamy, savoury, soul warming ramen. So with that, we made it our mission to track down the best ramen in Thunder Bay — and let’s just say, the competition is real. But first, as a whole, we need
Just 15 minutes outside of Thunder Bay, tucked along the shores of Lake Superior, there’s a place where you can get a true northern experience
If you’ve ever stared out the window in February wondering what people even do in the winter, Thunder Bay has an answer, and it involves
If you grew up in Thunder Bay, chances are you’ve been to the Canada Games Complex (more than once). Swimming lessons, birthday parties, P.A. Day
There’s a meme that makes the rounds every winter: “If you choose not to find joy in the snow, you will have less joy in your life but still the same amount of snow.” And while this can be an analogy for different parts of your life journey, in TBay
For forty years, people from across Northwestern Ontario have gathered in one place to laugh, celebrate, and feel the magic of live performance. The Thunder
Parenting in Thunder Bay is equal parts magical and what day is it again? Between naps, snacks, and trying to remember if you already drank
It’s January…it’s cold, and there’s snowbanks taller than your car. Suddenly, everyone in Thunder Bay feels like it’s too cold to work out, the roads
Thunder Bay is famously cold and snowy in the winter. Days with highs of -25°C and lows of -35°C are definitely possible. Snowfall amounts really depend on the year, but there will be snow. And yes, depending on the year, the season can last from late October all the way
The moment December arrives, everything shifts. Suddenly you’re knee deep in wrapping paper, humming ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ without even realizing it,
Christmas is somehow two weeks away (seriously, how??) and if you’re still scrambling to find the perfect gifts for the kids in your life, you
If there’s one thing Thunder Bay does better than anywhere else, it’s the outdoors. We’re talking a city where people casually spend their weekends skiing,
TBay truth: When the nights get long and dark, it’s definitely time to get festive with holiday lights! Whether you’re sipping hot chocolate in a travel mug during a little driving tour of brightly lit houses or enjoying some twinkly décor while you’re out and about in Thunder Bay’s shopping
Thunder Bay’s fashion scene is full of hidden gems, thanks to the small businesses who put so much heart (and impeccable taste) into what they
If you live in Thunder Bay, you know that once the Santa Claus Parade hits Memorial Ave, it’s officially the holiday season. The annual Rotary
Holiday markets are such a win: You get to find all kinds of unique, well-crafted and beautiful items for everyone on your list (and maybe
The Waterfront District didn’t just celebrate spooky season…it absolutely transformed. We’re talking thousands of ghosts, goblins, glitter queens, and gory ghouls flooding the streets for The Hunger 18: Halloween Festival, a downtown-wide annual takeover, that was electric from start to finish. If you were there, you know. If you weren’t…
It’s 9 a.m. on a crisp Saturday morning in Thunder Bay! You make your way to the CLE grounds, swing open the doors, and boom—you’re
Thunder Bay, it’s officially cozy season! The Sleeping Giant is looking extra golden, flannel is basically a uniform, and every coffee shop in town smells
If your perfect fall day includes crisp air, golden leaves, flaky pastries, and comfort food that warms you from the inside out, you need to
