https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/en-caCopyright (C) 2026 newslocker.comThu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/healing-walk-in-memory-of-teen-hit-by-truck-on-ont-highway-highlights-need-for-more-pedestrian-safety-efforts/Thu, 22 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/healing-walk-in-memory-of-teen-hit-by-truck-on-ont-highway-highlights-need-for-more-pedestrian-safety-efforts/ Unlike stocks or bonds, physical gold does not depend on a company’s performance or ability to meet its financial obligations. However, buying gold bars requires more consideration than simply finding the lowest advertised price.
From understanding premiums to choosing reputable dea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/10-essential-tips-for-buying-gold-bars-a-smart-investors-guide/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/10-essential-tips-for-buying-gold-bars-a-smart-investors-guide/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trump-reverses-course-on-bombardier-threat-after-kansas-visit-reveals-us-jobs-tie/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trump-reverses-course-on-bombardier-threat-after-kansas-visit-reveals-us-jobs-tie/ THUNDER BAY — October 21, 2026 — Two-pound bags of Ontario carrots for $1 at George’s Market, lean ground pork for $1.99 a pound at Metro and $2.88 produce bags at Giant Tiger give Thunder Bay households several useful ways to hold down grocery costs.
George’s Market’s advertise pork tenderloin and chicken thighs at $3.99 a pound. FreshCo’s member offers on flour and rice provide pantry options, while dea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/flyer-frenzy-stretch-that-grocery-dollar-deals-from-oct-21-28/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/flyer-frenzy-stretch-that-grocery-dollar-deals-from-oct-21-28/ NetNewsLedger Travel Weather Report | Wednesday, October 21, 2026
TORONTO, ON — WEATHER – Canadians planning a cross-country drive from Toronto to Banff, Alberta, can expect generally favourable autumn conditions across much of the Trans-Canada Highway over the next three days. Mild afternoon temperatures and periods of sunshine are expected across Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta.
H]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cross-canada-highway-weather-toronto-to-banff-three-day-travel-forecast-october-2123-2026/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cross-canada-highway-weather-toronto-to-banff-three-day-travel-forecast-october-2123-2026/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Forecast issued Wednesday, October 21, 2026 — Northwestern Ontario will enjoy another stretch of unusually mild late-October weather, with afternoon highs reaching 12°C to 19°C through Friday.
Sunshine will dominate much of Wednesday and Thursday. Fog may reduce visibility overnight and early in the morning, while clouds and scattered showers are expected to move into several commun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-breaks-foggy-nights-and-friday-showers/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-breaks-foggy-nights-and-friday-showers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/us-lawsuit-takes-aim-at-trumps-tariffs-on-canadian-goods/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/us-lawsuit-takes-aim-at-trumps-tariffs-on-canadian-goods/ For households preparing to relocate in the Greater Toronto Area, finding experienced movers in Mississauga Ontario is one part of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/moving-with-less-waste-practical-ways-to-make-your-next-move-more-sustainable/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/moving-with-less-waste-practical-ways-to-make-your-next-move-more-sustainable/ Belle Burden’s Strangers Became a #1 Bestseller
Strangers traces]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/belle-burden-joins-the-penguin-random-house-speakers-bureau/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/belle-burden-joins-the-penguin-random-house-speakers-bureau/ Grief clouds judgment and leaves little room for calm comparison shopping between local mortuaries. Families frequently agree to expensive services simply because they feel rushed or fear a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-families-can-plan-for-funeral-costs-before-a-crisis/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-families-can-plan-for-funeral-costs-before-a-crisis/ Many important changes develop gradually. Blood pressure may rise without causing noticeable symptoms. Cholesterol can remain elevated for years without affecting day-to-day life. Blood glucose can move into an abnormal range before somebody has any obvious reason to suspect it.
This makes preventive health less about looking for illness and more about establishing useful reference points.
For men in particular, knowing a sm]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-mens-health-numbers-worth-knowing-before-something-feels-wrong/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 11:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-mens-health-numbers-worth-knowing-before-something-feels-wrong/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/incoming-mayor-council-in-thunder-bay-ont-must-face-citys-30m-infrastructure-deficit/Wed, 21 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/incoming-mayor-council-in-thunder-bay-ont-must-face-citys-30m-infrastructure-deficit/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/guelph-psychotherapist-urges-ontario-to-fund-long-term-supportive-therapy-with-ohip/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/guelph-psychotherapist-urges-ontario-to-fund-long-term-supportive-therapy-with-ohip/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-thunder-bay-ont-climate-change-advocates-believe-should-be-front-and-centre-this-election/Tue, 20 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-thunder-bay-ont-climate-change-advocates-believe-should-be-front-and-centre-this-election/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rising-use-of-ai-staged-real-estate-photos-raises-questions-about-misleading-homebuyers/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rising-use-of-ai-staged-real-estate-photos-raises-questions-about-misleading-homebuyers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-accessible-dock-launches-at-thunder-bays-boulevard-lake/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-accessible-dock-launches-at-thunder-bays-boulevard-lake/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-vote-in-advance-polls-and-online-in-thunder-bay-ont-ahead-of-municipal-election/Mon, 19 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-vote-in-advance-polls-and-online-in-thunder-bay-ont-ahead-of-municipal-election/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-mayoral-candidates-share-top-priorities-ahead-of-election-day/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-mayoral-candidates-share-top-priorities-ahead-of-election-day/ Some surprising rules remain in Canadian law, but several famous examples have been repealed
THUNDER BAY — Today many people complain about how the courts repeatedly release repeat offenders. Respect for the legal system is needed for real justice.
However still on the books are a number of laws that remain on the books. Here is a summary of some of the Canadian laws.
Head]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sleigh-bells-pet-rats-and-pocket-change-six-unusual-canadian-laws-still-on-the-books/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sleigh-bells-pet-rats-and-pocket-change-six-unusual-canadian-laws-still-on-the-books/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Mainly sunny skies and a high of 18°C will make Sunday a mild autumn day in Thunder Bay. Sunshine continues into the workweek, but Monday night brings a sharp temperature drop to −4°C.
Forecast for Sunday, October 18, through Tuesday, October 20, 2026, based on Environment Canada’s 5:30 a.m. EDT Sunday bulletins.
Current conditions
At 7:00 a.m. EDT, Thunde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-october-1820-sunshine-a-sunday-high-of-18c-and-a-freezing-monday-night/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-october-1820-sunshine-a-sunday-high-of-18c-and-a-freezing-monday-night/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/osap-funding-freeze-forces-trillium-college-to-pause-classes-at-local-campuses/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/osap-funding-freeze-forces-trillium-college-to-pause-classes-at-local-campuses/ NORTHERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Strong winds will be the main weather concern across several remote Northern Ontario communities Sunday and Monday. Fort Severn and Peawanuck face gusts reaching 80 km/h tonight, while Sachigo Lake and Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug can expect gusts to 70 km/h. Mild Sunday temperatures give way to cooler conditions Monday.
This outlook covers Sunday, October 18, through Tu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-remote-communities-weather-october-1820/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-remote-communities-weather-october-1820/ Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts show no major rain or snow system across the region through Tuesday. The main travel concerns are west winds, exposed roads and frost on bridges or shaded surfaces.
Sunday, Oc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-will-see-mild-mostly-sunny-weather-from-october-18-to-20-with-strong-sunday-winds-and-near-freezing-overnight-lows/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-will-see-mild-mostly-sunny-weather-from-october-18-to-20-with-strong-sunday-winds-and-near-freezing-overnight-lows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-us-is-fighting-over-data-centers-china-is-building-them-fast/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-us-is-fighting-over-data-centers-china-is-building-them-fast/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hms-prince-of-wales-returns-to-north-atlantic-bolstering-natos-northern-flank/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hms-prince-of-wales-returns-to-north-atlantic-bolstering-natos-northern-flank/ Missouri and Texas go a perfect five-for-five as riders deliver a PBR Teams-record 29 qualified rides at Belmont Park
BELMONT PARK, N.Y. — Hang on to your hats, bull riding fans — the Missouri Thunder just rode themselves straight into a first-round bye, and the Texas Rattlers answered with a history-making strike of their own!
Saturday night at UBS Ar]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pbr-thunder-rolls-to-playoff-bye-as-rattlers-strike-for-historic-pbr-score/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pbr-thunder-rolls-to-playoff-bye-as-rattlers-strike-for-historic-pbr-score/ WAINWRIGHT, Alta. — The Canadian Armed Forces has confirmed deaths and injuries after a fire broke out in the training area at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright on October 17 and spread rapidly beyond its boundaries.
In an October 18 statement, National Defence said the fire began at approximately 4 p.m. local time on Saturday. Military and civilian emergency serv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fatal-cfb-wainwright-fire-military-confirms-deaths-and-injuries/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fatal-cfb-wainwright-fire-military-confirms-deaths-and-injuries/ SJCG worked with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue to address the issue.No one was hurt, and there was no immediate danger.We thank Thunder Bay Fire Rescue for its quick response and collaboration, and our staff for their continued care and support for clients throughout the response.We also thank our clients, fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-news-visits-resume-at-st-josephs-hospital/Sun, 18 Oct 2026 00:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-news-visits-resume-at-st-josephs-hospital/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/in-the-key-of-c-hear-majid-jordan-peach-luffe-mormor-faiza-valley-and-more/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/in-the-key-of-c-hear-majid-jordan-peach-luffe-mormor-faiza-valley-and-more/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-displaced-senior-tenants-seek-temporary-housing-fort-frances-ont-eyes-new-builds/Sat, 17 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-displaced-senior-tenants-seek-temporary-housing-fort-frances-ont-eyes-new-builds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/active-transportation-issues-the-focus-of-fourth-annual-northwest-climate-gathering-on-saturday/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/active-transportation-issues-the-focus-of-fourth-annual-northwest-climate-gathering-on-saturday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-to-host-canadian-u18-curling-championships/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-to-host-canadian-u18-curling-championships/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-first-nation-alcohol-addiction-treatment-centre-expands-facility/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-first-nation-alcohol-addiction-treatment-centre-expands-facility/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-first-nation-addiction-treatment-centre-expands-facilities/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-first-nation-addiction-treatment-centre-expands-facilities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/haunted-halls-takes-over-the-thunder-bay-museum/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/haunted-halls-takes-over-the-thunder-bay-museum/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dryden-ont-says-ottawa-should-not-fast-track-nuclear-waste-repository-under-building-canada-act/Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dryden-ont-says-ottawa-should-not-fast-track-nuclear-waste-repository-under-building-canada-act/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mayoral-forum-cancelled-amid-library-worker-strike-in-thunder-bay-ont/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 22:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mayoral-forum-cancelled-amid-library-worker-strike-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-northern-ontario-journalists-break-down-key-election-issues-in-their-communities/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 20:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-northern-ontario-journalists-break-down-key-election-issues-in-their-communities/ Thunder Bay police say several people received medical treatment; 17-year-old remanded into custody following an initial court appearance
THUNDER BAY — October 15, 2026 — A 17-year-old male faces nine charges after an incident on Windsor Street in which several people were affected by bear spray, according to the Thunder Bay Po]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/youth-faces-nine-charges-after-windsor-street-bear-spray-incident/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/youth-faces-nine-charges-after-windsor-street-bear-spray-incident/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-nations-takes-canada-and-ontario-to-court-over-haldimand-tract/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 16:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-nations-takes-canada-and-ontario-to-court-over-haldimand-tract/ Your iPhone could be displaying the Apple logo only, freezing during installation, restarting repeatedly, or showing an update error. Such situations are common and may stem from various causes, e.g., you interrupted the download, didn’t have enough s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-fix-an-iphone-after-a-failed-ios-update/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-fix-an-iphone-after-a-failed-ios-update/ Three-day forecast for Thursday, October 15, through Saturday, October 17, 2026
THUNDER BAY — WEATHER — Northwestern Ontario faces a wet, blustery turn tonight into Friday, with north winds gusting to 70 km/h in several communities and a chance of rain showers mixing with flurries as temperatures fall.
Saturday brings a brighter outlook, with sunshine and daytime highs generally reaching 10°C to 13]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-rain-70-kmh-gusts-and-flurries-before-a-sunny-saturday/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-rain-70-kmh-gusts-and-flurries-before-a-sunny-saturday/ Steel jobs, volatile markets and national unity lead the wider agenda, while business funding, municipal voting and infrastructure take the spotlight closer to home
THUNDER BAY — October 15, 2026 — From conflict overseas to decisions at the ballot box, today’s news carries consequences for Canadian jobs, household budgets and public services.
For NetNewsLedger Newshawks, the chall]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-15-newshawks-briefing-global-risks-albertas-referendum-canadian-steel-jobs-and-the-latest-thunder-bay-and-northwestern-ontario-developments/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-15-newshawks-briefing-global-risks-albertas-referendum-canadian-steel-jobs-and-the-latest-thunder-bay-and-northwestern-ontario-developments/ Police say three accused are Canadian Armed Forces members and approximately 2,500 rounds of recovered ammunition were stolen from the military
TORONTO — October 15, 2026 — Seven men face a combined 82 charges following an investigation into the alleged armed abduction of a cryptocurrency exchange owner, Toronto police announc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/seven-men-charged-after-alleged-abduction-of-toronto-cryptocurrency-exchange-owner/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/seven-men-charged-after-alleged-abduction-of-toronto-cryptocurrency-exchange-owner/ Practical precautions, clear staff procedures and timely reporting can reduce risks while keeping responses within the law
THUNDER BAY — October 15, 2026 — Concerns about theft, shoplifting and uncomfortable encounters can affect how people use their neighbourhoods and downtown businesses.
Through 2026 and according to Statistics]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-safety-legal-ways-to-protect-yourself-your-home-and-your-business/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-safety-legal-ways-to-protect-yourself-your-home-and-your-business/ Thunder Bay, ON – NEWS – Following another day of negotiations facilitated by a Provincial Conciliator, the Public Library and CUPE Locals 3120 and 87-18 have reached an impasse.
With the support of the Library Board, the Library presented a comprehensive proposal that includes wage increases, enhanced short-term disability provisions, continuation of its pension plan, and a robust benefits package with the Library covering nearly all associa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cupe-3120-and-87-18-reject-library-offer-strike-imminent/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 12:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cupe-3120-and-87-18-reject-library-offer-strike-imminent/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate-calls-on-province-to-revoke-citys-strong-mayor-powers/Thu, 15 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate-calls-on-province-to-revoke-citys-strong-mayor-powers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inquest-into-2022-death-of-alberta-woman-who-died-in-kenora-ont-set-for-november/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inquest-into-2022-death-of-alberta-woman-who-died-in-kenora-ont-set-for-november/ October 15–21 flyers highlight apples, potatoes, meat and pantry staples, with local market offers and three recipes to stretch the grocery dollar
THUNDER BAY — October 14, 2026 — Apples for about a dollar a pound, ten pounds of potatoes for $3.99 and canned beans for $1.27 give Thunder Bay households several useful ways to k]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-98-cent-apples-399-potatoes-and-pantry-savings/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-98-cent-apples-399-potatoes-and-pantry-savings/ Police report recovering suspected drugs with an estimated street value of $110,000 over the course of the investigation
THUNDER BAY — October 14, 2026 — Two people face drug trafficking and proceeds-of-crime charges following a Thunder Bay Police Service investigation that led officers to a residence in the South High Street area.
A]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-in-thunder-bay-cocaine-and-fentanyl-trafficking-investigation/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-in-thunder-bay-cocaine-and-fentanyl-trafficking-investigation/ Police seek additional information after an off-duty officer recognized a suspect linked to an ongoing fraud investigation.
THUNDER BAY — October 14, 2026 — A 56-year-old Quebec man faces three charges following a Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into reported grandparent scam activity in the city.
According to an Octob]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/quebec-man-charged-in-thunder-bay-grandparent-scam-investigation/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 21:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/quebec-man-charged-in-thunder-bay-grandparent-scam-investigation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/alberta-based-transport-driver-company-charged-after-records-show-haul-from-kenora-to-north-bay-took-12-hours/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/alberta-based-transport-driver-company-charged-after-records-show-haul-from-kenora-to-north-bay-took-12-hours/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-on-at-the-2026-terror-in-the-bay-film-festival-in-thunder-bay-ont/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-on-at-the-2026-terror-in-the-bay-film-festival-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/seniors-displaced-by-fatal-fire-in-fort-frances-ont-wont-be-able-to-return-until-next-year/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/seniors-displaced-by-fatal-fire-in-fort-frances-ont-wont-be-able-to-return-until-next-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-doug-vincent-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-doug-vincent-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/another-needless-death-fatal-house-fire-under-investigation-in-poplar-hill-first-nation/Wed, 14 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/another-needless-death-fatal-house-fire-under-investigation-in-poplar-hill-first-nation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/parts-of-northwestern-ontario-moving-to-permanent-daylight-savings-time-in-november/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/parts-of-northwestern-ontario-moving-to-permanent-daylight-savings-time-in-november/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/parts-of-northwestern-ontario-moving-to-permanent-daylight-saving-time-in-november/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/parts-of-northwestern-ontario-moving-to-permanent-daylight-saving-time-in-november/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winter-is-coming-how-are-you-spending-your-last-weekends-before-the-snow-flies/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 17:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winter-is-coming-how-are-you-spending-your-last-weekends-before-the-snow-flies/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-investigates-death-of-man-in-thunder-bay-ont-over-weekend/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-investigates-death-of-man-in-thunder-bay-ont-over-weekend/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-reports-q3-production-results/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-reports-q3-production-results/ Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Northwestern Ontario is starting Tuesday under cool, damp weather. Rain will taper in many western communities this morning, while parts of the north may briefly see wet snow mixed with rain. Most areas get a quieter Wednesday before clouds and another chance of showers return Thursday.
Weather at a GlanceTuesday: Rain, drizzle or showers for much of the region. Wet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontarios-october-13-15-forecast-calls-for-rain-wet-snow-cool-temperatures/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontarios-october-13-15-forecast-calls-for-rain-wet-snow-cool-temperatures/ Advance voting begins in Alberta as Canadians weigh job losses, higher business costs and Ottawa’s plans for major projects, clean water and home energy upgrades
THUNDER BAY — Alberta’s referendum campaign enters its advance-voting stage Tuesday, October 13, while Canada faces a weakening labour market and continuing uncertainty over U.S. tariffs.
In Ottawa, MPs have adjourned unt]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadas-october-13-news-briefing-covers-albertas-referendum-tariff-pressures-job-losses-and-commons-debates/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadas-october-13-news-briefing-covers-albertas-referendum-tariff-pressures-job-losses-and-commons-debates/ Tuesday, October 13 to Thursday, October 15, 2026 | NetNewsLedger Weather Desk
Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Remote First Nations communities across Northern Ontario are heading into a three-day stretch of changeable autumn weather, with freezing early-morning temperatures, periods of sunshine, increasing winds and another round of rain approaching later in the we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-communities-weather-forecast-october-1315-2026/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-communities-weather-forecast-october-1315-2026/ Tuesday, October 13, 2026 | NetNewsLedger Weather Desk | Thunder Bay, Ontario
THUNDER BAY, ON – A damp and chilly start to Tuesday will give way to improving conditions across Thunder Bay over the next three days. Residents can expect periods of rain and drizzle today, a mainly cloudy but milder Wednesday, and the return of unsettled weather on Thursday.
The forecast]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-forecast-for-october-1315-2026/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-forecast-for-october-1315-2026/ The Rise of Live Casinos
Recently, online gambling platforms have introduced a new way to play your favorite games online; live casinos. By incorpo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-do-people-like-live-casinos/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-do-people-like-live-casinos/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inside-a-modern-pest-control-visit-mira-home-on-what-homeowners-should-expect-before-during-and-after-treatment/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inside-a-modern-pest-control-visit-mira-home-on-what-homeowners-should-expect-before-during-and-after-treatment/ At the same time, India has one of the most detailed crypto compliance regimes in Asia: a flat 30% tax, 1% TDS, mandatory registration of crypto]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-cryptocurrency-payment-gateways-in-india-in-2026/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-cryptocurrency-payment-gateways-in-india-in-2026/ That change has altered what users expect from digital platforms. A service that feels slow, cl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-mobile-first-entertainment-platforms-are-reshaping-uk-digital-leisure/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-mobile-first-entertainment-platforms-are-reshaping-uk-digital-leisure/ The answer depends on the type of cover, the nature of each claim and the wording of your policy. Understanding these details can help you decide when a claim is appropriate and what repeated claims may mean for future renewals.
You Can Make Multiple Bike Insurance Claims in O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-many-bike-insurance-claims-can-you-make-in-one-year/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 11:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-many-bike-insurance-claims-can-you-make-in-one-year/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-wolfgang-schoor-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Tue, 13 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-wolfgang-schoor-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-investigating-after-man-dies-in-opp-holding-cell/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 21:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-investigating-after-man-dies-in-opp-holding-cell/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-fun-and-frantic-halloween-activities-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-this-october/Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-fun-and-frantic-halloween-activities-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-this-october/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-too-much-screen-time-a-public-health-risk-dr-peter-lin-explains/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-too-much-screen-time-a-public-health-risk-dr-peter-lin-explains/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-you-need-to-know-about-using-a-heat-pump-in-northern-ontario/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-you-need-to-know-about-using-a-heat-pump-in-northern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-seniors-care-experts-call-on-province-to-fund-missing-middle-housing/Sun, 11 Oct 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-seniors-care-experts-call-on-province-to-fund-missing-middle-housing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/in-the-key-of-c-hear-alanis-morissette-shad-martha-wainwright-partner-and-more/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/in-the-key-of-c-hear-alanis-morissette-shad-martha-wainwright-partner-and-more/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-you-can-expect-to-experience-this-weekend-at-the-thunder-bay-medieval-faire/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 16:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-you-can-expect-to-experience-this-weekend-at-the-thunder-bay-medieval-faire/ Elizmar Jeremias delivers a 90.5-point ride as Arizona improves to 2-0 at Ridge Rider Days
GLENDALE, Ariz. — The Arizona Ridge Riders turned Desert Diamond Arena into a wall of noise Friday night, riding two bulls to defeat the Oklahoma Wildcatters 179.20-88.80 on night two of PBR Teams: Ridge Rider Days presented by Energy Transfer.
The victory moved Arizona to 2-0 at its home event and gave the Rid]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/arizona-ridge-riders-defeat-oklahoma-as-elizmar-jeremias-scores-905-points-while-missouri-thunder-extend-their-pbr-teams-lead-in-glendale/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/arizona-ridge-riders-defeat-oklahoma-as-elizmar-jeremias-scores-905-points-while-missouri-thunder-extend-their-pbr-teams-lead-in-glendale/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Saturday, October 10, 2026 – Thanksgiving weekend begins with unusually warm weather across much of Northwestern Ontario, but the pattern will not last. Many southern and western communities will reach the low to mid-20s on Saturday. Rain and a gusty wind shift arrive in several districts on Sunday, followed by a much colder Thanksgiving Monday.
The sharpest change]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-forecast-for-october-10-12-2026-saturday-warmth-sunday-rain-and-wind-then-a-sharp-thanksgiving-monday-cooldown/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-forecast-for-october-10-12-2026-saturday-warmth-sunday-rain-and-wind-then-a-sharp-thanksgiving-monday-cooldown/ SATIRE — The following dinner, dialogue and events are entirely fictional.
OTTAWA — In the spirit of international friendship, the Carney family invited the Trump family over for Canadian Thanksgiving.
The turkey is ready. The table is set. Someone has wisely removed the television remote.
For one hopeful moment, it appears two families might simply enjoy dinner.
Then Donald Trump notices the size of the bird.
The opening negotiations
“]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pass-the-gravy-declare-the-tariffs-an-imaginary-trumpcarney-thanksgiving/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pass-the-gravy-declare-the-tariffs-an-imaginary-trumpcarney-thanksgiving/ Personal exemptions still apply, but some U.S.-origin purchases can face a 15%, 25% or 50% surtax when Canadians return home
THUNDER BAY — Some Canadians will cross the border for shopping during the Thanksgiving long weekend, which runs from October 10 to 12, 2026.
The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) says new counter-tariffs apply to ce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cross-border-thanksgiving-shopping-what-canadian-travellers-need-to-know-about-new-us-goods-tariffs/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cross-border-thanksgiving-shopping-what-canadian-travellers-need-to-know-about-new-us-goods-tariffs/ Greer says senior-level discussions remain open, but no new U.S. tariff action was announced
OTTAWA/WASHINGTON — U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said October 8 that Washington is “holding fast” to its position in trade discussions with Canada.
Greer said senior-level contacts between the two countries continue and t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/us-holds-firm-in-canada-trade-talks-as-tariff-uncertainty-continues/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/us-holds-firm-in-canada-trade-talks-as-tariff-uncertainty-continues/ October 10, 2026 — Indigenous rights, community safety, housing and land stewardship lead this roundup from Northern Ontario, across Canada and around the world.
THUNDER BAY — First Nations organizations, including Nishnawbe Aski Nation, are calling on Ottawa to withdraw its proposed Building Canada Strong Act, warning that faster project approvals could undermine t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-news-for-october-10-first-nations-challenge-ottawas-project-bill-naps-plans-growth-and-water-housing-and-land-rights-remain-priorities/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-news-for-october-10-first-nations-challenge-ottawas-project-bill-naps-plans-growth-and-water-housing-and-land-rights-remain-priorities/ Intervening in a suspected theft can lead to assault charges, unlawful confinement allegations and a civil lawsuit if the response crosses legal limits
THUNDER BAY — Grabbing a suspected shoplifter, blocking their escape or chasing them down can put the person intervening on the wrong side of the law. Canada permits citizen&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shoplifting-and-citizens-arrest-legal-risks-for-thunder-bay-residents/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shoplifting-and-citizens-arrest-legal-risks-for-thunder-bay-residents/ Mesothelioma remains rare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 2,669 new malignant mesothelioma cases in the United States in 2022. Most cases have a connecti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-a-mesothelioma-lawyer-does-for-asbestos-victims/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 13:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-a-mesothelioma-lawyer-does-for-asbestos-victims/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-expect-this-weekend-at-the-thunder-bay-medieval-faire-at-the-hymers-fairgrounds/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-expect-this-weekend-at-the-thunder-bay-medieval-faire-at-the-hymers-fairgrounds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ai-photos-are-making-it-harder-to-know-what-youre-booking-on-airbnb-heres-what-to-look-out-for/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ai-photos-are-making-it-harder-to-know-what-youre-booking-on-airbnb-heres-what-to-look-out-for/ Local employment held steady in the latest three-month average, while federal rail investment offers a manufacturing opportunity
THUNDER BAY — Canada lost 68,000 jobs in September, Statistics Canada reported on October 9, 2026. In Thunder Bay, the latest figures offer a more complicated picture: the unemployment rate declined, but the estimated number of people working held steady. www150.statcan.gc.ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-lost-68000-jobs-in-september-thunder-bays-lower-unemployment-rate-reflects-a-smaller-workforce/Sat, 10 Oct 2026 00:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-lost-68000-jobs-in-september-thunder-bays-lower-unemployment-rate-reflects-a-smaller-workforce/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-provincial-funding-for-northwestern-ontario-innovation-centres-boreal-springboard-program/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 21:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-provincial-funding-for-northwestern-ontario-innovation-centres-boreal-springboard-program/ THUNDER BAY — Friday, October 9, 2026 — International diplomacy, household affordability and public safety are shaping the news as Northwestern Ontario heads into Thanksgiving weekend.
For NetNewsLedger NewsHawks, today’s briefing connects the major international and Canadian developmen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-morning-brief-the-news-to-know-for-october-9-2026/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 20:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-morning-brief-the-news-to-know-for-october-9-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-organizations-prepare-free-thanksgiving-meals-amid-rising-food-costs/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-organizations-prepare-free-thanksgiving-meals-amid-rising-food-costs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-aldo-ruberto-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-aldo-ruberto-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/library-workers-in-thunder-bay-ont-consider-striking-ahead-of-8m-branch-renovation/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/library-workers-in-thunder-bay-ont-consider-striking-ahead-of-8m-branch-renovation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lakehead-university-students-pack-pub-to-learn-about-mayoral-candidates-in-thunder-bay-ont/Fri, 09 Oct 2026 00:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lakehead-university-students-pack-pub-to-learn-about-mayoral-candidates-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-housing-homelessness-plan-for-thunder-bay-ont-district-focuses-on-diverse-needs/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 19:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-housing-homelessness-plan-for-thunder-bay-ont-district-focuses-on-diverse-needs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/updated-lockdowns-lifted-at-2-education-centres-in-thunder-bay-separate-police-presence-continues/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/updated-lockdowns-lifted-at-2-education-centres-in-thunder-bay-separate-police-presence-continues/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-presence-prompts-lockdowns-at-2-education-centres-in-thunder-bay-ont/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-presence-prompts-lockdowns-at-2-education-centres-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-south-side-business-association-in-thunder-bay-ont-is-hopeful-about-the-future/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-south-side-business-association-in-thunder-bay-ont-is-hopeful-about-the-future/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-volker-kromm-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Thu, 08 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-volker-kromm-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dryden-ont-councillor-absolutely-still-running-despite-court-order-to-pay-city-17k/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dryden-ont-councillor-absolutely-still-running-despite-court-order-to-pay-city-17k/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-community-auditorium-is-now-the-auditorium/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 18:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-community-auditorium-is-now-the-auditorium/ Yet, there are likely pockets in your day when you could have fun, but you might spend them mindlessly scrolling Instagram or zonking out in front of the TV.
If this sounds like you, or you’re looking for ways to maximize your leisure time, here are a handful of ten-minute entertainment escapes that can fit into any bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ten-minute-escapes-entertainment-that-fits-into-any-schedule/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ten-minute-escapes-entertainment-that-fits-into-any-schedule/ Police say officers encountered a suspect attempting to access a locked vehicle on Machar Avenue.
THUNDER BAY — A 25-year-old Thunder Bay man faces five charges following a September 18 encounter with officers patrolling the Machar Avenue area.
In an October 7 media release, Thunder Bay Police Service said Primary Response Unit officers saw an individual attempting to gain access to a locked vehicle.
Police allege t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-man-faces-weapons-and-stolen-property-charges-following-foot-pursuit/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-man-faces-weapons-and-stolen-property-charges-following-foot-pursuit/ THUNDER BAY — Thanksgiving shopping is driving this week’s grocery specials, with 88-cent two-pound bags of carrots and onions, frozen turkey at $2.19 a pound, ham under $2 a pound, lean ground pork at $2.22 a pound and Ontario turnip at 49 cents a pound among the better values available to Thunder Bay households.
NetNewsLedger reviewed the new flyer cycle Wednesday, Oct. 7. Giant Tiger&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-oct-7-13-thanksgiving-bargains-stock-up-buys-and-budget-recipes/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-oct-7-13-thanksgiving-bargains-stock-up-buys-and-budget-recipes/ THUNDER BAY — Families looking for help managing children’s screen time have a new resource from Apple and the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Released September 29, “Building Healthy Digital Habits: A Guide for Families” combines the academy’s advice with Apple’s parental controls. It walks parents through creating]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-and-pediatricians-release-guide-to-help-families-build-healthy-digital-habits/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-and-pediatricians-release-guide-to-help-families-build-healthy-digital-habits/ Gold, Copper, Uranium and Battery Minerals Lead the RockHawks Mining Briefing
Thunder Bay – Mining News – Mining markets are being driven by two stories this week: exploration results that may expand future resources, and projects moving from plans into construction or processing. Across Australia, Brazil and Africa, companies are reporting high-grade drill intervals. In Canada, the most important development is closer to home: Generation Min]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawks-mining-news-update-for-october-7-2026/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawks-mining-news-update-for-october-7-2026/ Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Residents across Northwestern Ontario should prepare for a changeable three-day stretch from Wednesday, October 7, through Friday, October 9. Environment and Climate Change Canada is calling for showers, a risk of thunderstorms in several districts, and west to northwest winds that may gust to 40 or 50 km/h.
The far north will be cooler, with some communities near the freezing mark overnight.
The strongest wind]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-strong-winds-showers-and-cooler-air/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-strong-winds-showers-and-cooler-air/ NetNewsLedger | Wednesday, October 7, 2026
THUNDER BAY — Deadly attacks in Ukraine, renewed debate over Canadian unity and global economic uncertainty lead Wednesday’s headlines. Closer to home, Northwestern Ontario is pursuing forestry investment, First Nations-owned renewable energy and business development, while Thunder Bay police warn fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-morning-briefing-the-stories-to-know-for-october-7-2026/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-morning-briefing-the-stories-to-know-for-october-7-2026/ THUNDER BAY — Gusty winds and possible afternoon thunderstorms lead the three-day outlook. Western Lake Superior’s latest retrieved marine bulletin carries a strong-wind warning.
At 5 a.m. Wednesday, Thunder Bay Airport reported clear skies and 7.5°C, with west-southwest winds at 9 km/h.Day
Thunder Bay forecast
High
Overnight low
Wednesday, October 7
Clouds increasing; 40% chance of afternoon showers and a thunderstorm risk. Wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-gusty-wednesday-shower-chances-through-friday/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-gusty-wednesday-shower-chances-through-friday/ NetNewsLedger Analysis | October 7, 2026
THUNDER BAY — It is fair to hold Thunder Bay City Council and administration accountable for their decisions on homelessness, public spaces and community safety. There are documented delays and legitimate questions about whether the city is delivering results quickly enough.
However, the evidence reviewed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-city-hall-to-blame-for-thunder-bays-crime-addiction-and-homelessness-crises/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-city-hall-to-blame-for-thunder-bays-crime-addiction-and-homelessness-crises/ NetNewsLedger’s European briefing examines the major developments shaping the EU, from emergency fuel reserves to preparations for new member countries.
THUNDER BAY — Energy security, rising government borrowing costs and pressure for tougher trade protections are among the leading stories facing the European Union on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
European officials are also confronting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/eu-news-for-october-7-2026-emergency-fuel-talks-french-debt-concerns-china-trade-tensions-black-sea-shipping-attacks-and-enlargement-plans/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 11:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/eu-news-for-october-7-2026-emergency-fuel-talks-french-debt-concerns-china-trade-tensions-black-sea-shipping-attacks-and-enlargement-plans/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-thunder-bays-temporary-shelter-village-allows-drug-use-in-its-housing-units/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-thunder-bays-temporary-shelter-village-allows-drug-use-in-its-housing-units/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-trevor-giertuga-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Wed, 07 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-trevor-giertuga-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weapons-call-in-thunder-bay-ont-concluded-students-told-to-take-alternative-route-home/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weapons-call-in-thunder-bay-ont-concluded-students-told-to-take-alternative-route-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-police-officers-in-thunder-bay-ont-area-charged-with-fraud-breach-of-trust/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 16:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-police-officers-in-thunder-bay-ont-area-charged-with-fraud-breach-of-trust/ NetNewsLedger Analysis | October 6, 2026
THUNDER BAY — Residents asking mayoral candidates to spend more time discussing jobs, investment and new businesses are raising a fair concern. Thunder Bay cannot build its future entirely around managing emergencies.
However, public safety, homelessness and economic development are closely connected.
Unsafe streets can discourage customers. Housing shortages ca]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/compare-thunder-bay-mayoral-candidates-on-safety-homelessness-business-growth-and-the-citys-reputation/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 14:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/compare-thunder-bay-mayoral-candidates-on-safety-homelessness-business-growth-and-the-citys-reputation/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – Thunder Bay and surrounding communities are starting Tuesday on a cool and damp note, but temperatures will climb sharply through the day. The city is headed for a much warmer-than-normal high near 21°C before cooler and more unsettled weather arrives Wednesday and Thursd]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-6-2026-thunder-bay-and-area-three-day-weather-forecast-mild-tuesday-showers-return-midweek/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-6-2026-thunder-bay-and-area-three-day-weather-forecast-mild-tuesday-showers-return-midweek/ THUNDER BAY – MINING DESK – Tuesday, October 6, 2026 – Early construction at the Marathon copper-palladium project, fresh copper drilling in Canada’s North and progress on Quebec lithium transportation plans are among the developments NetNewsLedger RockHawks should follow today.
Internationally, the announcement feed points]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawks-mining-update-marathon-construction-canadian-copper-and-global-exploration-lead-october-6-briefing/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawks-mining-update-marathon-construction-canadian-copper-and-global-exploration-lead-october-6-briefing/ This report uses the latest available Environment and Climate Change Canada forecasts checked ear]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-windy-tuesday-showers-and-storm-risk-wednesday/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-windy-tuesday-showers-and-storm-risk-wednesday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/favourite-games-across-the-generations/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/favourite-games-across-the-generations/ Data Coverage: The Real Cost of Canadian Markets
Most]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-compare-charting-platforms-for-canadian-investors-a-practical-guide/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-compare-charting-platforms-for-canadian-investors-a-practical-guide/ A trip through Carlsbad Village can involve pedestrians, cyclists, restaurants, businesses and visitors navigating relatively compact streets. Travel farther east or south, and drivers encounter wider arterial roads, larger intersections and routes connecting residential communities with Interstate 5 and employment centers.
Understanding these differences is an important part of understandi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-carlsbad-village-to-la-costa-understanding-traffic-safety-across-carlsbads-neighborhoods/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-carlsbad-village-to-la-costa-understanding-traffic-safety-across-carlsbads-neighborhoods/ The live casino is organised by game type rather than presented as a single long catalogue. Visitors can browse roulette, blackjack, poker, baccarat and game shows, as well as view the full live casino selection. This makes it]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winari-highlights-its-live-casino-for-eligible-canadian-players/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 12:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winari-highlights-its-live-casino-for-eligible-canadian-players/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-peter-diedrich-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Tue, 06 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-peter-diedrich-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/ Police allege the men switched seats before both were arrested outside a local business
NIPIGON – REGIONAL NEWS – Two Alberta men face impaired operation charges after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a traffic complaint outside a Nipigon business on October 3, 2026.
Shortly after 5 p.m., Nipigon OPP officers received a report of a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-alberta-men-face-impaired-driving-charges-after-nipigon-traffic-complaint/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-alberta-men-face-impaired-driving-charges-after-nipigon-traffic-complaint/ Police allege pickup truck reached speeds of 170 to 180 km/h before driver was arrested in Jellicoe
NIPIGON – REGIONAL NEWS – A 55-year-old Jellicoe man faces eight charges after allegedly failing to stop for police during two encounters on Highway 11 on October 2, 2026.
Members of the Nipigon and Greenstone Ontario Provincial Police detachments w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jellicoe-man-faces-eight-charges-after-allegedly-failing-to-stop-for-opp-on-highway-11/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jellicoe-man-faces-eight-charges-after-allegedly-failing-to-stop-for-opp-on-highway-11/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-moe-comuzzi-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/meet-moe-comuzzi-thunder-bay-ont-mayoral-candidate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lakehead-universitys-updated-nursing-lab-in-thunder-bay-ont-has-advanced-simulation-technology-mannikins/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lakehead-universitys-updated-nursing-lab-in-thunder-bay-ont-has-advanced-simulation-technology-mannikins/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS ANALYSIS — Six months after Avi Lewis became federal New Democratic Party leader, the party has shown that it can recover support in selected ridings. What it has not yet demonstrated is a sustained national comeback—or that rebuilding outside Parliament is delivering enough to justify keeping its leader away from the Commons.
Polling presents a mixed picture. Two Toronto b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/avi-lewiss-ndp-shows-uneven-gains-do-polls-by-elections-and-his-delay-seeking-a-seat-signal-trouble/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 02:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/avi-lewiss-ndp-shows-uneven-gains-do-polls-by-elections-and-his-delay-seeking-a-seat-signal-trouble/ FORT WORTH, Texas – The Texas Rattlers delivered another dominant performance at Dickies Arena, defeating the Arizona Ridge Riders 267.40-87.15 on Sunday to close out PBR Teams: Rattler Days presented by Germania Insurance.
The victory improved the Rattlers to 13-2 all-time at home on the Dickies Arena dirt. Texas finished the weekend with a 2-1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/texas-rattlers-rule-home-dirt-as-pbr-teams-standings-tighten-in-fort-worth/Mon, 05 Oct 2026 02:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/texas-rattlers-rule-home-dirt-as-pbr-teams-standings-tighten-in-fort-worth/ International: Strait of Hormuz remains a major energy risk
Iran says the Strait of Hormuz will not reopen until conditions in a developing understanding negotiated through Islamabad are met. Iranian parliament speaker and lead negotiator Mohammad Baqer Qalib]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-briefing-the-news-you-need-to-know-for-sunday-october-4-2026/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/newshawks-briefing-the-news-you-need-to-know-for-sunday-october-4-2026/ THUNDER BAY — WEATHER — Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026: Thunder Bay faces a windy Sunday before sunshine returns Monday and temperatures climb Tuesday. On western Lake Superior, a strong wind warning is in effect, with northwest winds forecast at 25 knots today and tonight.
Thunder Bay: Three-Day Forecast for Oct. 4–6
Sunday, Oct. 4: Clouds and Gusty Northwest Winds
Expect ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-gusty-sunday-chilly-night-and-a-warmer-tuesday/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 13:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-gusty-sunday-chilly-night-and-a-warmer-tuesday/ FORT WORTH, Texas — Hang on to your hats, rodeo fans! The Austin Gamblers rolled into the hometown Rattlers’ arena and walked away with the bragging rights Saturday, while Jess Lockwood delivered a ride that put an exclamation point on a wild night of PBR Teams action.
Austin downed Texas 265.20–87.85 at Dickies Arena on Oct. 3, earning its fourth consecutive victory. Meanwhile, the first-place Misso]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/austin-beats-texas-missouri-extends-its-lead-and-jess-lockwood-scores-9390-at-pbr-rattler-days/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/austin-beats-texas-missouri-extends-its-lead-and-jess-lockwood-scores-9390-at-pbr-rattler-days/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sunday, October 4, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is in for a windy and changeable Sunday. Northwest winds will gust to 50 km/h in many communities, while scattered showers remain possible through the afternoon.
Conditions will improve quickly Monday, with sunshine across most western districts after overnight fog clea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-sunday-winds-monday-sunshine-and-a-warmer-tuesday/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 12:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-sunday-winds-monday-sunshine-and-a-warmer-tuesday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-manitoba-time-change-could-create-an-island-of-central-time-in-northwestern-ontario/Sun, 04 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-manitoba-time-change-could-create-an-island-of-central-time-in-northwestern-ontario/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to 1,096 calls for service between Sept. 20 and 26, 2026, including 72 motor vehicle collisions, 45 intimate partner violence calls and 45 calls under the Mental Health Act.
The weekly total was close to a July reporting period covered by NetNewsLedger, although the mix of incidents changed. Collision, mental health and weapons calls were h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-logged-1096-calls-sept-2026-2026/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-logged-1096-calls-sept-2026-2026/ THUNDER BAY — Federal Conservatives are pressing Prime Minister Mark Carney to make resolving the trade dispute with the United States his top priority, as new American import bans add pressure on Canadian businesses.
The latest economic figures offer a mixed assessment of the Liberal government’s response: Canada recorded stronger growth and expanding overseas exports through t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/conservatives-demand-a-us-trade-deal-is-carneys-economic-strategy-working/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/conservatives-demand-a-us-trade-deal-is-carneys-economic-strategy-working/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario New Democrats are demanding accountability for the province’s preparations for the devastating 2026 wildfire season. Available evidence supports serious questions about staffing and readiness, but it does not establish that government decisions caused the destruction or that every loss could have been prevented.
Thunder Bay—Superior North MPP Lise Vaugeois renewe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-wildfire-preparedness-under-scrutiny/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-wildfire-preparedness-under-scrutiny/ Daniel Keeping’s 90.25-point ride delivers a hometown victory, while Missouri stays on top and Jose Vitor Leme keeps rolling
FORT WORTH, Texas — Pull those hats down tight, bull-riding fans! Daniel Keeping gave the hometown crowd something to holler about Friday night, turning in a 90.25-point ride aboard Fury to push the Texas Rattlers past the Oklahoma Wildcatters at Dickies Arena.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/keeping-brings-the-thunder-as-texas-rattlers-strike-at-rattler-days/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/keeping-brings-the-thunder-as-texas-rattlers-strike-at-rattler-days/ Beverly Street will be closed between Newton Street and the eastern Darwin Crescent intersection. The closure is expected to be in place for approximately four weeks.
During this time, a detour will be in place for vehicles and pedestrians via Newton Street and Darwin Crescent. Motorists are reminded to drive slowly and use caution around]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/section-of-beverly-street-to-close-on-october-5-2026-for-tbaytel-multiplex-work/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/section-of-beverly-street-to-close-on-october-5-2026-for-tbaytel-multiplex-work/ THUNDER BAY — Eight wildland fires were declared out in Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region on October 2, with no new fires confirmed by the evening update.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 17 active fires across the region as of 5:30 p.m. CDT Friday. Seven were under control and 10 were being observed.
No Active Fires Listed as Out of Control
The remaining fires were classified as follows:Fire statu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/eight-northwest-district-ontario-wildfires-declared-out-october-2-17-remain-active/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/eight-northwest-district-ontario-wildfires-declared-out-october-2-17-remain-active/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/protesters-in-thunder-bay-ont-say-bill-c-39-gives-minister-power-to-end-strikes/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/protesters-in-thunder-bay-ont-say-bill-c-39-gives-minister-power-to-end-strikes/ Ten names were certified for the October 26 ballot, although Shane Judge has ended his active campaign, however it was too late to have his name removed.
While many are writing and endorsing candidates, at NetNewsLedger since 2007 it has remained our policy not to endorse candidates. During that time, it has been very interesting at times, we hav]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-mayors-race-2026-comparing-the-candidates-experience-strengths-and-risks/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 03:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-mayors-race-2026-comparing-the-candidates-experience-strengths-and-risks/ October 2, 2026 – Thunder Bay, ON — Thunder Bay’s mayoral candidates will take the stage at Lakehead University on Wednesday, October 7, as the Lakehead University Student Union (LUSU) hosts a public forum on the decisions, priorities, and trade-offs that will shape the city’s next four years.
The LUSU Thunder Bay Mayoral Candidates Forum will bring cand]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mayoral-candidates-take-the-stage-at-lakehead/Sat, 03 Oct 2026 02:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mayoral-candidates-take-the-stage-at-lakehead/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-westfort-ward-candidates/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-westfort-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/orphaned-bear-cubs-recover-after-rescue-near-west-loon-lake-in-shuniah-ont/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/orphaned-bear-cubs-recover-after-rescue-near-west-loon-lake-in-shuniah-ont/ THUNDER BAY — Recovery from alcohol addiction is possible. Effective treatment can include medication, counselling, peer support and practical changes to daily life. The right combination depends on the person’s health, drinking history, home environment and goals.
For people in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario, the first step can be a conversation with a family doctor, nurse pr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/overcoming-alcohol-addiction-what-works-how-to-get-help-and-how-to-stay-sober/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/overcoming-alcohol-addiction-what-works-how-to-get-help-and-how-to-stay-sober/ Addictive substances can lead to a cycle of short-term euphoria followed by long-lasting negative effects. 
Addiction begins with the search for easy pleasure without understanding the consequences. By the time a person realizes that something is wrong with their brain, they are already addicted. Recovering from this type of addiction requires a diligent approach to phys]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brain-chemistry-and-substance-addiction/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brain-chemistry-and-substance-addiction/ THUNDER BAY – NEWS – The City of Thunder Bay had 759 disclosure records on Ontario’s 2025 Sunshine List, representing almost $104 million in salary paid to municipal employees who received at least $100,000 during the year.
That is a high number for a city of Thunder Bay’s size. Among a group of comparable Ontario municipalities, Thunder Bay had the largest number of municipal Sunshine List records per]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-sunshine-list-is-large-for-its-size-but-the-numbers-need-context/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-sunshine-list-is-large-for-its-size-but-the-numbers-need-context/ THUNDER BAY – MINING NEWS – Friday, October 2, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario has the week’s most important Canadian mining development: Generation Mining says crews have started early construction at its Marathon copper-palladium project.
That milestone moves Marathon beyond financing announce]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawk-mining-news-marathon-construction-begins-as-global-miners-chase-copper-gold-and-rare-earths/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rockhawk-mining-news-marathon-construction-begins-as-global-miners-chase-copper-gold-and-rare-earths/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Friday, October 2, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario heads into the first weekend of October with classic fall weather: cool mornings, daytime highs generally in the low-to-mid teens, and intermittent showers.
Thunder Bay should see improving conditions later Friday before clouds return Saturday. Farther west, Kenora and Fort France]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-2-2026-northwestern-ontario-weekend-weather-clouds-showers-and-cool-autumn-nights/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/october-2-2026-northwestern-ontario-weekend-weather-clouds-showers-and-cool-autumn-nights/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-red-river-ward-candidates/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-red-river-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-opens-temporary-shelter-village-for-unhoused-people/Fri, 02 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-opens-temporary-shelter-village-for-unhoused-people/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-offering-multiple-ways-to-cast-ballots-in-2026-municipal-election/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-offering-multiple-ways-to-cast-ballots-in-2026-municipal-election/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/non-member-beneficiaries-of-robinson-huron-treaty-settlement-have-mixed-views-over-compensation-amount/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/non-member-beneficiaries-of-robinson-huron-treaty-settlement-have-mixed-views-over-compensation-amount/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-northwood-ward-candidates/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-northwood-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-neebing-ward-candidates/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-neebing-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-charities-and-non-profits-prepare-to-restart-overnight-shelter-programs-in-thunder-bay-ont-2/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-charities-and-non-profits-prepare-to-restart-overnight-shelter-programs-in-thunder-bay-ont-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-charities-and-non-profits-prepare-to-restart-overnight-shelter-programs-in-thunder-bay-ont/Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-charities-and-non-profits-prepare-to-restart-overnight-shelter-programs-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadas-indigenous-services-minister-shuts-down-denialism-as-thunder-bay-marks-orange-shirt-day/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 23:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadas-indigenous-services-minister-shuts-down-denialism-as-thunder-bay-marks-orange-shirt-day/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-2026-cbc-news-special/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-2026-cbc-news-special/ OTTAWA – BUSINESS AND TRADE – September 30, 2026 – The United States has escalated its trade dispute with Canada by replacing 50% tariffs on certain Canadian products with outright import bans.
The new restrictions took effect at 12:01 a.m. Eastern time on September 29, 2026. They cover selected Canadia]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trump-escalates-canada-trade-dispute-with-import-bans-on-alcohol-dairy-and-vehicles/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 14:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trump-escalates-canada-trade-dispute-with-import-bans-on-alcohol-dairy-and-vehicles/ THUNDER BAY – NEWS DESK – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Across Northwestern Ontario, residents are being asked to remember the children who never returned home from residential schools, honour survivors and listen to Indigenous voices about the work that remains.
Beyond that essential national ob]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-30-newshawks-briefing-reconciliation-global-conflict-trade-pressure-and-northern-development/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-30-newshawks-briefing-reconciliation-global-conflict-trade-pressure-and-northern-development/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – September 30, 2026 – Thunder Bay will see a warm start to the three-day forecast, followed by stronger west winds and a cooler finish. Wednesday will bring morning drizzle and fog patches before clearing. Thursday will be sunny but windy, while Friday is expected to be sunny and cooler.
Environment and Climate Change]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-warm-wednesday-strong-winds-thursday-and-sunshine-friday/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-warm-wednesday-strong-winds-thursday-and-sunshine-friday/ THUNDER BAY – INDIGENOUS NEWS – Wednesday, September 30, 2026 – Across Northwestern Ontario, people are wearing orange today to honour residential school Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the lasting harm carried by families and communities.
September 30 is both Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The two obser]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/orange-shirt-day-2026-remembering-the-children-and-continuing-the-work-of-reconciliation/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/orange-shirt-day-2026-remembering-the-children-and-continuing-the-work-of-reconciliation/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – September 30, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario will see a sharp change over the next three days. Wednesday starts mild, with temperatures reaching the high teens and low 20s. A west wind will then strengthen Thursday, with gusts of 40 to 50 km/h in many communities. Friday looks cooler and quieter, with a mix of sun and cloud.
The forecast includes fog]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-warm-wednesday-strong-winds-thursday-and-a-cooler-friday/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-warm-wednesday-strong-winds-thursday-and-a-cooler-friday/ Thunder Bay – Civic Politics – Tuesday evening’s McKellar Ward debate at The Outset on Simpson Street was a powerful reminder of what makes our community resilient. I want to extend my sinceregratitude to the Simpson Street Mainline Business Association for stepping up, hosting this forum, and giving our local business community and residents the platform theydeserve.
I also want to commend my fellow candidates, Marco Cupelli and Donnalee Morettin, for being th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-tony-di-paolo-showing-up-for-simpson-street-moving-from-talk-to-action-in-mckellar-ward/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-tony-di-paolo-showing-up-for-simpson-street-moving-from-talk-to-action-in-mckellar-ward/ THUNDER BAY — Turkey at $1.74 a pound, Ontario carrots working out to 50 cents a pound, pork loin under $3 a pound, $1.49 grapes and broccoli, 99-cent stuffing and several inexpensive fall vegetables give Thunder Bay shoppers plenty to work with as October begins.
NetNewsLedger reviewed the flyer changeover Wednesday, Sept. 30. Giant Tiger’s new flyer begins Wednesday and runs through Tuesday, O]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-oct-1-7-turkey-pork-produce-pantry-buys-and-budget-recipes/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-oct-1-7-turkey-pork-produce-pantry-buys-and-budget-recipes/ In the Chapleau area, ground-penetrating radar, drones and dogs trained to smell human remains have been used at two former school sites.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/were-going-to-find-you-residential-schools-foundation-located-in-northern-ontario-raising-search-hopes/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/were-going-to-find-you-residential-schools-foundation-located-in-northern-ontario-raising-search-hopes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/3-best-sites-to-buy-google-reviews-in-the-usa/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/3-best-sites-to-buy-google-reviews-in-the-usa/ You may not be able to shield your children from social media forever. However, as their parent o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-time-to-get-your-kids-off-social-media-and-heres-how-to-do-it/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-time-to-get-your-kids-off-social-media-and-heres-how-to-do-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-students-celebrate-fall-harvest-during-truth-and-reconciliation-week/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-students-celebrate-fall-harvest-during-truth-and-reconciliation-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/special-program-in-northwestern-ontario-lends-regalia-for-powwows-spreading-positivity/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/special-program-in-northwestern-ontario-lends-regalia-for-powwows-spreading-positivity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/artist-from-northwestern-ontario-creates-huge-ywg-airport-sign-for-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/artist-from-northwestern-ontario-creates-huge-ywg-airport-sign-for-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/ THUNDER BAY – OPINION – If a serious collision closes Highway 11 or Highway 17 in Northern Ontario, the problem is not measured only by the number of vehicles waiting behind the barricade.
Food, fuel, mail, medicine, mine supplies, forestry products and other freight can be d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opinion-twin-carefully-but-do-not-undervalue-canadas-northern-lifeline/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 01:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opinion-twin-carefully-but-do-not-undervalue-canadas-northern-lifeline/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/truck-drivers-local-leaders-welcome-upgrades-to-highway-1117-in-northwestern-ontario/Wed, 30 Sep 2026 00:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/truck-drivers-local-leaders-welcome-upgrades-to-highway-1117-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-begins-on-new-terrace-bay-ont-ambulance-base-serving-north-shore-communities/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 20:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-begins-on-new-terrace-bay-ont-ambulance-base-serving-north-shore-communities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-top-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-mckellar-ward-candidates/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-top-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-mckellar-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-mcintyre-ward-candidates/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-mcintyre-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/students-at-thunder-bays-all-indigenous-high-school-reflect-on-every-child-matters-movement/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/students-at-thunder-bays-all-indigenous-high-school-reflect-on-every-child-matters-movement/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prescribing-safer-supply-drugs-helps-people-with-addictions-but-also-pits-some-doctors-against-each-other/Tue, 29 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prescribing-safer-supply-drugs-helps-people-with-addictions-but-also-pits-some-doctors-against-each-other/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-current-river-ward-candidates/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-the-election-issues-and-priorities-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-current-river-ward-candidates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-at-large-candidates-share-reasons-for-running-issues-top-priorities/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-at-large-candidates-share-reasons-for-running-issues-top-priorities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/speed-over-species-what-experts-are-saying-about-ottawas-new-major-projects-bill/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/speed-over-species-what-experts-are-saying-about-ottawas-new-major-projects-bill/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-in-northern-ontario-want-tighter-safer-supply-rules-to-keep-prescription-opioids-off-streets/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-in-northern-ontario-want-tighter-safer-supply-rules-to-keep-prescription-opioids-off-streets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-indigenous-led-search-unit-for-missing-persons-in-northern-ontario/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-indigenous-led-search-unit-for-missing-persons-in-northern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/critics-accuse-carney-government-of-proposing-sacrifice-zones-for-the-environment/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/critics-accuse-carney-government-of-proposing-sacrifice-zones-for-the-environment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/alcohol-is-canadas-biggest-drug-problem-so-why-arent-people-getting-help/Mon, 28 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/alcohol-is-canadas-biggest-drug-problem-so-why-arent-people-getting-help/ VERMILION BAY, ON – REGIONAL CRIME REPORT – A 15-year-old Vermilion Bay resident is facing impaired-driving charges following a single-vehicle collision on Highway 609.
Members of the Dryden Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police responded at approximately 2:00 p.m. on September 26, 2026, after a caller reported seeing a vehicle in the ditch.
During the investigation, officers determined that the driver had]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/15-year-old-faces-impaired-driving-charges/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/15-year-old-faces-impaired-driving-charges/ THUNDER BAY – ANALYSIS – September 27, 2026 – Ask whether Thunder Bay has a drinking problem and the answer depends on what is being measured.
There is no reliable public database showing exactly how many litres of alcohol are consumed by the average resident of Thunder Bay or any other Ontario city. Statistics Canada publishes alcohol sales per person for Ontario, but not for individual municipalities. Alco]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/does-thunder-bay-have-a-drinking-problem/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/does-thunder-bay-have-a-drinking-problem/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sunday, September 27, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario will see a mild Sunday with showers or drizzle ending in many areas, followed by a cooler and unsettled start to the week. Monday brings more showers, while Tuesday remains cloudy or showery in several communities.
Travellers should watch for wet roads, fog patches and changing visibility. Remote communities near Hudson Ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-will-see-mild-sunday-conditions-cooler-showers-monday-and-a-showery-tuesday/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-will-see-mild-sunday-conditions-cooler-showers-monday-and-a-showery-tuesday/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sunday, September 27, 2026 – Patchy fog may slow the morning drive in Thunder Bay before visibility improves. The city then faces a cloudy Sunday with a few possible showers, followed by a brighter and mild Monday. A more organized period of rain is expected Tuesday.
Conditions on Western Lake S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-morning-fog-and-spotty-showers-before-a-sunny-monday/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-morning-fog-and-spotty-showers-before-a-sunny-monday/ Baseball scouts don’t often agree unanimously on a single prospect, but this year, one Canadian farm system standout has generated something close to consensus among evaluators across the industry. Currently working through the upper levels of the minor leagues, this player has posted numbers consistent enough across multiple stops to convince even historically skeptical scouts that a major league call-up is now simply a matter of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-canadian-prospect-everyone-expects-in-mlb/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 13:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-canadian-prospect-everyone-expects-in-mlb/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-in-northern-ontario-rally-around-neskantaga-amid-ongoing-evacuation/Sun, 27 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-in-northern-ontario-rally-around-neskantaga-amid-ongoing-evacuation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-needs-leaders-willing-to-tell-the-truth/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 16:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-needs-leaders-willing-to-tell-the-truth/ THUNDER BAY – ANALYSIS – Addiction, homelessness and property crime are now part of the same daily conversation for many Thunder Bay residents and business owners. Shoplifting, vehicle break-ins, discarded needles, panhandling and encampments along public trails and waterways have created a sense that the city is losing control o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-addiction-and-homelessness-crisis-is-the-city-on-the-right-path/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-addiction-and-homelessness-crisis-is-the-city-on-the-right-path/ What does a wallet actually store?
A wallet stores a private key and the software]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crypto-wallet-security-for-people-who-are-not-technical/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 14:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crypto-wallet-security-for-people-who-are-not-technical/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Saturday, September 26, 2026 – Thunder Bay begins the weekend with fog and cool temperatures, but the mist should lift through the morning. Mainly cloudy skies and a high of 18 C are expected Saturday.
Sunday brings a chance of showers, while Monday is forecast to turn sunny. Western Lake Superior remains under a quiet marine pattern, with no warning in effect, winds at]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-september-26-28-forecast-includes-morning-fog-cloudy-skies-sunday-showers-and-a-sunny-monday/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-september-26-28-forecast-includes-morning-fog-cloudy-skies-sunday-showers-and-a-sunny-monday/ Conditions should improve from west to east Sunday, although showers or drizzle may linger through the morning. Monday will be cooler across the west, while Atikokan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-winds-and-weekend-rain-move-across-the-west/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-winds-and-weekend-rain-move-across-the-west/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-canadas-wastewater-reveals-about-drug-use-in-8-cities/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-canadas-wastewater-reveals-about-drug-use-in-8-cities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-tv-meteorologists-want-to-talk-about-climate-change-not-everyone-wants-to-hear-it/Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-tv-meteorologists-want-to-talk-about-climate-change-not-everyone-wants-to-hear-it/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/public-high-school-teachers-in-ontario-to-vote-on-strike-in-november/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/public-high-school-teachers-in-ontario-to-vote-on-strike-in-november/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/traffic-tips-for-keeping-kids-safe-around-thunder-bay-ont-schools/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/traffic-tips-for-keeping-kids-safe-around-thunder-bay-ont-schools/ By David Bruno  |  Opinion  |  September 2026
THUNDER BAY – Technology – When a social media company recommends a harmful post, or an AI chatbot recognizes a dangerous exchange, responsibility cannot rest entirely with the person looking at the screen. The company designed]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/who-will-make-online-safety-more-than-a-promise/Fri, 25 Sep 2026 01:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/who-will-make-online-safety-more-than-a-promise/ Thunder Bay — NEWS — Ontario is investing more than $3.4 million through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation to help 12 manufacturing companies expand, buy equipment and improve their operations.
The province says the projects are expected to create approximately 80 jobs while increasing production capacity and reducing dependence on outside suppliers.
For Thunder Bay and Northwestern Onta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-34m-in-12-northern-ontario-manufacturers-supporting-about-80-new-jobs/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-34m-in-12-northern-ontario-manufacturers-supporting-about-80-new-jobs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-constable-from-remote-lac-seul-on-unique-police-exchange-in-uae/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-constable-from-remote-lac-seul-on-unique-police-exchange-in-uae/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-know-if-a-broker-is-safe-before-you-start-trading/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-know-if-a-broker-is-safe-before-you-start-trading/ KENORA — REGIONAL CRIME NEWS — A 21-year-old Kenora resident is facing drug trafficking and weapons-related charges following an Ontario Provincial Police investigation that resulted in the seizure of suspected crack cocaine, a pellet gun, a large hunting knife and other items police allege are associated with drug trafficking.
Kenora OPP say Payton Roy, 21, was arrested Wednesday, Sept.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-seize-suspected-crack-cocaine-weapons-and-trafficking-materials-in-a-drug-investigation/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-seize-suspected-crack-cocaine-weapons-and-trafficking-materials-in-a-drug-investigation/ Increasingly, the competition is for brands.
Omaha Productions, the media company founded by Peyton Manning and Jamie Horowitz, has quietly built a significant business in the space through Omaha Brand Studio, working with companies including Macy’s, FanDuel, Nestlé, U.S. Bank, Natio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jamie-horowitz-and-peyton-mannings-omaha-productions-branded-strategy-bring-people-together/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 20:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jamie-horowitz-and-peyton-mannings-omaha-productions-branded-strategy-bring-people-together/ THUNDER BAY — LOCAL CRIME NEWS — Thunder Bay Police are warning local businesses and food vendors about unauthorized sponsorship requests being sent by someone falsely claiming to represent the Thunder Bay North Stars hockey team.
Police say the Thunder Bay North Stars reported that an unknown person or persons have been contacting members of the public and potential vendors about sp]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-warn-of-unauthorized-north-stars-sponsorship-scam-targeting-local-businesses/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-warn-of-unauthorized-north-stars-sponsorship-scam-targeting-local-businesses/ THUNDER BAY — NATIONAL NEWS — Ontario is preparing a major overhaul of entry-level commercial truck driver training, including a new standardized curriculum of more than 103 hours and proposed instruction specifically addressing northern, rural and remote driving.
The changes could have particular significance across Northwestern Ontario, where Highway 11 and Highway 17 carry heavy c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-plans-new-103-hour-truck-driver-training-standard-with-northern-highway-safety-focus/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-plans-new-103-hour-truck-driver-training-standard-with-northern-highway-safety-focus/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS — Thunder Bay Fire Rescue responded late Wednesday night to a residential structure fire on Marks Street North, bringing multiple crews to the scene after smoke was seen coming from the home.
The fire was reported at approximately 11:55 p.m. on Sept. 23. No civilian or firefighter injuries were reported.
Rapid Interior Attack Brings Fire Under Control
The first]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-contains-marks-street-north-house-fire-no-injuries-reported/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-contains-marks-street-north-house-fire-no-injuries-reported/ NEW YORK CITY – NATIONAL POLITICAL NEWS – Canada will invest $82 million over five years to expand ocean monitoring as part of a new international effort aimed at strengthening weather forecasting, maritime safety and climate research.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and European Commission President Ursula von der Ley]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-commits-82-million-as-oceaneye-alliance-secures-339-million-for-global-ocean-monitoring/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-commits-82-million-as-oceaneye-alliance-secures-339-million-for-global-ocean-monitoring/ WASHINGTON / Thunder Bay – NEWS ANALYSIS – September 24, 2026 – A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to immediately restore White House press credentials to CNN, MS NOW and Politico, delivering an important but temporary victory for the three news organizations.
US District J]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/judge-temporarily-blocks-trumps-white-house-ban-on-cnn-ms-now-and-politico/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/judge-temporarily-blocks-trumps-white-house-ban-on-cnn-ms-now-and-politico/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lsquowe-shouldnt-have-to-begrsquo-says-chief-of-first-nation-facing-decades-of-mercury-poisoning-in-ontario/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lsquowe-shouldnt-have-to-begrsquo-says-chief-of-first-nation-facing-decades-of-mercury-poisoning-in-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-pets-are-waiting-for-their-furever-homes/Thu, 24 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-pets-are-waiting-for-their-furever-homes/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/92-year-old-dies-in-fire-at-fort-frances-seniors-building-ontario-and-police-investigate/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/92-year-old-dies-in-fire-at-fort-frances-seniors-building-ontario-and-police-investigate/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/court-date-reset-for-ex-thunder-bay-ont-police-chief-due-to-health-issues-faces-obstruction-charges/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/court-date-reset-for-ex-thunder-bay-ont-police-chief-due-to-health-issues-faces-obstruction-charges/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/one-of-canadas-longest-running-music-festivals-in-danger-of-ending-say-organizers/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/one-of-canadas-longest-running-music-festivals-in-danger-of-ending-say-organizers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-these-former-ontario-municipal-staffers-want-you-to-think-about-before-you-vote/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 11:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-these-former-ontario-municipal-staffers-want-you-to-think-about-before-you-vote/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/surgical-services-unit-in-kenora-ont-hospital-hoped-to-reopen-in-december-after-may-flood/Wed, 23 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/surgical-services-unit-in-kenora-ont-hospital-hoped-to-reopen-in-december-after-may-flood/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/amnesty-international-canada-echoes-first-nation-calls-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-wildfire-response/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 19:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/amnesty-international-canada-echoes-first-nation-calls-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-wildfire-response/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-vet-team-to-provide-pet-care-during-future-evacuations-and-emergencies-in-northwestern-ontario/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-vet-team-to-provide-pet-care-during-future-evacuations-and-emergencies-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-issues-notice-about-nuclear-waste-repository-as-possible-national-interest-project/Tue, 22 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-issues-notice-about-nuclear-waste-repository-as-possible-national-interest-project/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-dental-implants-are-a-long-term-solution-for-tooth-loss/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-dental-implants-are-a-long-term-solution-for-tooth-loss/ Firefighters arriving at the scene found smoke coming from the building’s front door. A second alarm was initiated, bringing additional crews and equipment to the incident.
All occupants were confirmed to be safely outside the building. Firefighters then carried out an aggressive interior attack and quickly e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-extinguishes-wiley-street-structural-fire/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-extinguishes-wiley-street-structural-fire/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Monday, September 21, 2026 – Thunder Bay is starting the week with near-freezing temperatures, patchy fog and a frost advisory. The next three days should turn brighter and milder, with sunshine and afternoon highs of 16 to 17°C.
Heading into the studio this morning light gloves would have been nice. It isn&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-frosty-start-sunny-days-and-a-cautious-lake-superior-outlook/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-frosty-start-sunny-days-and-a-cautious-lake-superior-outlook/ The company says it has assembled an approximately C$1.3-billion construction financing package. Ontario has also agreed to a non-binding term sheet for up to C$11 million through the province’s Critical Minerals Processing Fun]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-news-update-generation-mining-moves-marathon-toward-construction-as-critical-minerals-race-accelerates/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-news-update-generation-mining-moves-marathon-toward-construction-as-critical-minerals-race-accelerates/ The Notes were issued pursuant to an indentur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-announces-redemption-of-its-outstanding-475-convertible-senior-notes-due-october-2028/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-announces-redemption-of-its-outstanding-475-convertible-senior-notes-due-october-2028/ THUNDER BAY — WEATHER DESK — A powerful El Niño is strengthening in the Pacific Ocean, and it could shape the winter weather pattern across Northwestern and Northern Ontario.
The most likely message for residents is not that winter will disappear. It is that the season may begin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/strong-el-nio-could-bring-a-milder-more-erratic-winter-to-northwestern-ontario/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/strong-el-nio-could-bring-a-milder-more-erratic-winter-to-northwestern-ontario/ Environment and Climate Change Canada has frost advisories in effect for several inland districts early Monday. Residents should protect sensitive plants, while drivers should be ready for changing visibility in fog and possible slippery spots where frost]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-21-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-frost-and-fog-give-way-to-sunny-warmer-days/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-21-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-frost-and-fog-give-way-to-sunny-warmer-days/ Those advantages explain why already-qualified teams cannot ease through the final schedule. Clubs below them are fighting for survival at the same time. The 2026 postseason picture is therefore being shaped at bot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-the-2026-mlb-postseason-picture-is-taking-shape/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-the-2026-mlb-postseason-picture-is-taking-shape/ The Basics Of Bitcoin Casino Accounts
At a high level, a bitcoin casino is simply an online gambling site tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/understanding-how-bitcoin-casinos-operate-for-canadian-players/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/understanding-how-bitcoin-casinos-operate-for-canadian-players/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rental-rules-in-ontario-change-today-heres-what-tenants-and-landlords-need-to-know/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rental-rules-in-ontario-change-today-heres-what-tenants-and-landlords-need-to-know/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/embattled-seniors-apartment-building-in-thunder-bay-ont-gets-new-owners/Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/embattled-seniors-apartment-building-in-thunder-bay-ont-gets-new-owners/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sunday, September 20, 2026 – A damp and cloudy start will give way to clearing skies in Thunder Bay this afternoon. The city will reach 17°C, but a north wind will make the day feel cooler near Lake Superior.
Monday and Tuesday are expected to be su]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-clouds-clear-sunday-as-lake-superior-strong-wind-warning-continues/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-clouds-clear-sunday-as-lake-superior-strong-wind-warning-continues/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Sunday, September 20, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is moving into a quieter stretch of early-autumn weather. Fog, patchy frost and a few areas of drizzle are the main concerns early Sunday, but most communities will become sunny or partly sunny as the morning progresses.
Monday and Tuesday are expected to be mainly sunny and warmer across the region. The coldest]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-september-20-22-weather-forecast/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-september-20-22-weather-forecast/ THUNDER BAY – CIVIC POLITICS – Thunder Bay’s 2022 – 2026 City Council took office on November 15, 2022, facing an unusually difficult list of problems: high inflation, a police governance crisis, a shortage of housing, visible homelessness, an opioid emergency, aging infrastructure, and two do]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-city-council-2022-2026-progress-made-problems-deepened-and-opportunities-missed/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-city-council-2022-2026-progress-made-problems-deepened-and-opportunities-missed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mps-are-heading-back-to-parliament-hill-heres-what-to-watch-this-sitting/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mps-are-heading-back-to-parliament-hill-heres-what-to-watch-this-sitting/ THUNDER BAY – NEWS – The Pentagon has released another collection of records about unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAP – the official term for reports commonly called UFO sightings.
The files deserve serious attention. Unidentified objects can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-pentagons-new-ufo-files-what-the-latest-evidence-shows-and-what-it-does-not/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-pentagons-new-ufo-files-what-the-latest-evidence-shows-and-what-it-does-not/ THUNDER BAY – ANALYSIS – The assassination of United States President John Fitzgerald Kennedy remains one of the most examined crimes in history.
President Kennedy was shot in Dealey Plaza in Dallas, Texas, at about 12:30 p.m. Central Time on November 22, 1]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jfk-assassination-files-what-the-evidence-says-happened-in-dallas/Sun, 20 Sep 2026 01:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jfk-assassination-files-what-the-evidence-says-happened-in-dallas/ The bigger weather concern will be on Lake Superior, where Environment Canada has a strong wind warning in effect. Offshore winds are forecast to increase from light conditions Saturday to northeast 20 knots Sunday morning.
For residents staying on land, the three-day outlo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-three-day-forecast-mild-saturday-cooler-sunday-and-monday-as-lake-superior-winds-build/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-three-day-forecast-mild-saturday-cooler-sunday-and-monday-as-lake-superior-winds-build/ THUNDER BAY – MINING NEWS – For more than a decade, the Ring of Fire has been described as a once-in-a-generation econom]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ring-of-fire-reality-check-vast-mineral-potential-real-progress-and-major-work-still-ahead/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ring-of-fire-reality-check-vast-mineral-potential-real-progress-and-major-work-still-ahead/ The Missouri Thunder cowboy delivered his 14th consecutive qualified ride Friday night at PBR Teams: Cowboy Days, setting a new league record while helping Missouri defeat the Austin Gamblers 262.30-176.25 at First Horizon Coliseum.
And when the dust settled in Greensboro, the standings remained t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rossetto-makes-pbr-teams-history-as-missouri-thunder-roll-to-15th-win-in-greensboro/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rossetto-makes-pbr-teams-history-as-missouri-thunder-roll-to-15th-win-in-greensboro/ MARATHON — MINING NEWS — A major copper-palladium project on the north shore of Lake Superior has moved another step toward construction, with Ontario backing Generation Mining’s planned mineral-processing complex near Marathon.
The province announced Sept. 18 that it will provide up to $11 million through Ontario’s Critical Minerals Processing Fund toward eligible costs assoc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-backs-generation-minings-410m-marathon-copper-palladium-plant-with-up-to-11m-in-financing/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-backs-generation-minings-410m-marathon-copper-palladium-plant-with-up-to-11m-in-financing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/terrance-bradford-tampa-fl-discusses-why-documentation-and-record-keeping-matter-in-construction-projects/Sat, 19 Sep 2026 13:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/terrance-bradford-tampa-fl-discusses-why-documentation-and-record-keeping-matter-in-construction-projects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-government-files-3rd-court-challenge-in-first-nations-child-welfare-complaint/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 22:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-government-files-3rd-court-challenge-in-first-nations-child-welfare-complaint/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/time-zones-in-canada-are-getting-complicated-these-maps-lay-them-out/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/time-zones-in-canada-are-getting-complicated-these-maps-lay-them-out/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/norval-morrisseau-masterwork-not-seen-for-40-years-unveiled-at-thunder-bay-art-gallery/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 20:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/norval-morrisseau-masterwork-not-seen-for-40-years-unveiled-at-thunder-bay-art-gallery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-announces-11m-for-generation-mining-project-in-northwestern-ontario/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-announces-11m-for-generation-mining-project-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rare-norval-morrisseau-masterpiece-unveiled-in-thunder-bay-ont/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rare-norval-morrisseau-masterpiece-unveiled-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-announces-25-million-for-forestry-projects-in-northwest/Fri, 18 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-announces-25-million-for-forestry-projects-in-northwest/ HAGI, a disability advocacy group which runsthe city’s popular TV Bingo, held a roundtable discussion at the Castlegreen Community Centre on Wednesday for the city’s mayoral candidates. Here are some of the key issues the group wants to see considered in the upcoming election.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/accessibility-advocates-call-on-future-thunder-bay-ont-mayor-to-improve-housing-transit/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/accessibility-advocates-call-on-future-thunder-bay-ont-mayor-to-improve-housing-transit/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-year-after-2-siblings-drowned-in-dryden-ont-these-grandparents-keep-fighting-for-school-swim-lessons/Thu, 17 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-year-after-2-siblings-drowned-in-dryden-ont-these-grandparents-keep-fighting-for-school-swim-lessons/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-sees-4-drug-alerts-issued-in-less-than-a-week-after-overdose-surge/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-sees-4-drug-alerts-issued-in-less-than-a-week-after-overdose-surge/ Apple’s latest operating systems bring a more conversational Siri, new family-safety tools and promised speed improvements—but many AI features require newer hardware, and some cloud-based tools face daily limits
THUNDER BAY — TECH NEWS — September 16, 2026 — Apple has released iOS 27, iPadOS 27, macOS 27, watchOS 27, visionOS 27 and tvOS 27, beginning one of the company&rsq]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-releases-ios-27-macos-27-and-other-major-updates-with-siri-ai/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 15:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-releases-ios-27-macos-27-and-other-major-updates-with-siri-ai/ NetNewsLedger reviewed the new flyer cycle Wednesday, Sept. 16. Giant Tiger’s sale begins Wednesday, while FreshCo, Safeway, Walmart, Metro and Real Canadian Superstore move to their new flyers Thursday,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/flyer-frenzy-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-this-week-199-potatoes-222-pork-and-fall-harvest-bargains/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 14:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/flyer-frenzy-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-this-week-199-potatoes-222-pork-and-fall-harvest-bargains/ A proposed Canada–European Union partnership leads Wednesday’s news, while the Iran war, attacks in Ukraine, Northern Ontario highway demands and Thunder Bay public-safety updates all carry direct implications for readers.
THUNDER BAY — NEWS — Wednesday, September 16, 2026 — Canada’s worsening]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-16-newshawk-briefing-canada-turns-to-europe-as-tariffs-and-global-conflict-raise-costs/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-16-newshawk-briefing-canada-turns-to-europe-as-tariffs-and-global-conflict-raise-costs/ A reliable work vehicle can play a huge role in keeping a business moving, whether you use it to visit clients, carry equipment, make deliveries, or simply get from one job to the next. The right vehicle does much more than provide transportati]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-your-work-vehicle-can-be-one-of-your-most-important-business-assets/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-your-work-vehicle-can-be-one-of-your-most-important-business-assets/ THUNDER BAY — WEATHER — Wednesday, September 16, 2026 — Thunder Bay will enjoy a mild mix of sun and cloud Wednesday before showers become possible overnight.
Thursday remains mild, but northwest winds will increase and could gust to 40 km/h. Friday will be cooler and cloudy.
Western Lake Superior’s earlier strong-wind warning has ended. Open-lake wave]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-mild-wednesday-gusty-thursday-and-a-cooler-friday/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-mild-wednesday-gusty-thursday-and-a-cooler-friday/ KENORA — WEATHER — Wednesday, September 16, 2026 — Northwestern Ontario can expect a generally quiet Wednesday, with sunshine in the Rainy River District and varying amounts of cloud elsewhere.
Showers will move into several communities tonight before conditions gradually improve Thursday afternoon. Gusty northwest winds may develop Thursday, particularly from Sioux Lookout eastward.
A yellow fro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-16-northwestern-ontario-weather-cool-start-showers-tonight-and-brisk-thursday-winds/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-16-northwestern-ontario-weather-cool-start-showers-tonight-and-brisk-thursday-winds/ The western and central Far North should begin warming by Friday. Communities along the Hudson Bay and James Bay coasts will remain cooler, with daytime temperatures generally between 9°C and 14°C.
No Environment and Climate Change Canada weather alerts were post]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-communities-three-day-weather-forecast-for-september-1618-2026/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-communities-three-day-weather-forecast-for-september-1618-2026/ THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – No new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region by the evening of Monday, September 15, 2026.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 30 active wildland fires across the region as of 6:00 p.m. CDT.
The active fires were classified as:Four fires being held;
Five fires under control; and
Twenty-one fires being observed.A fire classified as being held i]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-wildland-fires-were-confirmed-in-northwestern-ontario-on-september-15/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-wildland-fires-were-confirmed-in-northwestern-ontario-on-september-15/ There is a number sitting next to Ceno’s new album that, at first glance, doesn’t make much sense.
$420,750.
The album isn’t platinum.
It isn’t gold.
It hasn’t debuted at Number One.
It hasn’t debuted anywhere.
It hasn’t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/something-strange-is-happening-around-cenos-new-album-titled-the-album/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 12:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/something-strange-is-happening-around-cenos-new-album-titled-the-album/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-enjoy-online-betting-safely-and-entertainingly/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 11:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-enjoy-online-betting-safely-and-entertainingly/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-cities-remind-public-about-not-tossing-harmful-items-into-garbage-carts/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-cities-remind-public-about-not-tossing-harmful-items-into-garbage-carts/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-wanted-it-to-end-seniors-prom-brings-together-long-term-care-residents-brock-university-students/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-wanted-it-to-end-seniors-prom-brings-together-long-term-care-residents-brock-university-students/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-closer-look-at-the-hidden-world-of-mushrooms/Wed, 16 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-closer-look-at-the-hidden-world-of-mushrooms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/chief-says-canada-blocking-effort-to-take-back-control-of-child-and-family-services/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/chief-says-canada-blocking-effort-to-take-back-control-of-child-and-family-services/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/substance-from-toronto-linked-to-surge-of-drug-poisonings-in-kenora-ont-area/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/substance-from-toronto-linked-to-surge-of-drug-poisonings-in-kenora-ont-area/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-officials-warn-region-vulnerable-to-rising-hiv-rates/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-officials-warn-region-vulnerable-to-rising-hiv-rates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/it-really-does-help-says-client-of-thunder-bay-ont-hart-hub-as-new-location-opens/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/it-really-does-help-says-client-of-thunder-bay-ont-hart-hub-as-new-location-opens/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadian-agri-food-industry-gets-1b-federal-funding-boost-for-domestic-production-projects/Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canadian-agri-food-industry-gets-1b-federal-funding-boost-for-domestic-production-projects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-music-festival-apologizes-after-rapper-flo-rida-uses-alcohol-props-at-thunder-bay-sober-event/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 22:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-music-festival-apologizes-after-rapper-flo-rida-uses-alcohol-props-at-thunder-bay-sober-event/ THUNDER BAY — CONSTRUCTION NEWS — Thunder Bay’s waterfront festival grounds are heading toward a major construction season in 2027, with published plans calling for a shutdown of the event area while the City reshapes the space for larger performances and more flexible use.
For residents, concertgoers and waterfront businesses, the trade-off is significant: disruption du]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-marina-park-festival-area-renewal-calls-for-a-2027-shutdown/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-marina-park-festival-area-renewal-calls-for-a-2027-shutdown/ THUNDER BAY — REGIONAL NEWS — September 14, 2026 — Northern Ontario’s two major municipal associations are calling for a jointly funded federal-provincial plan to upgrade Highways 11 and 17 to four lanes, renewing a debate that NetNewsLedger has followed for more than a decade.
For Northern residents, the issue is about safer travel and dependable connections. For bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fonom-and-noma-seek-a-joint-federal-provincial-plan-to-four-lane-highways-11-and-17/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fonom-and-noma-seek-a-joint-federal-provincial-plan-to-four-lane-highways-11-and-17/ Following Flo Rida’s appearance at the September 12 waterfront festival, organisers issued an apology, acknowledged harm and promised to put their core values at the forefront of future artist selections.
The response offers a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-apologises-after-flo-rida-performance-reaffirms-indigenous-youth-mission/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-apologises-after-flo-rida-performance-reaffirms-indigenous-youth-mission/ THUNDER BAY — WEATHER — Monday, September 14, 2026 — Thunder Bay’s next three days bring sunshine, overnight showers and a windy Tuesday before sunny skies return Wednesday.
This September 14–16 outlook is based on Environment Canada’s forecasts issued at 5:30 a.m. EDT September 14.
Monday, September 14: Sunshine Before Overnight Showers
Monday starts sunny, with a mix of sun and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-september-1416-weather-forecast/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-september-1416-weather-forecast/ NetNewsLedger Weather Desk — Monday, September 14, 2026 — Northwestern Ontario faces a change from Monday sunshine to showers tonight and strong west winds Tuesday. Wednesday brings improving skies in southern and eastern areas.
Forecast period: September 14–16, 2026. Based on Environment Canada’s regional bulletins issued at 5:30 a.m. EDT September 14.
Monday, September 14: C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-14-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-focus/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-14-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-focus/ Why Tanzanian Officials Flew Across the Ocean
The primary objective of the visit was to strengthen responsible gambling practices in Tanzania. The regula]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tanzanias-gaming-regulator-undergoes-responsible-gambling-training-in-toronto/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tanzanias-gaming-regulator-undergoes-responsible-gambling-training-in-toronto/ NetNewsLedger Weather Desk — Monday, September 14, 2026 — Monday sunshine gives way to rain and gusty winds Tuesday across Northern Ontario’s remote communities. Cooler weather follows Wednesday.
Forecast period: September 14–16, 2026. Based on Environment Canada’s bulletins issued at 5:30 a.m. EDT September 14.
Monday, September 14: Brighter Inland, Clouds Bu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-1416-northern-ontario-three-day-weather/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-1416-northern-ontario-three-day-weather/ Thunder Bay – Civic Election 2026 – Public safety is one of the top issues residents are talking about, and I understand why. People want to feel safe in their homes, in their neighbourhoods, downtown, in our parks and when they are out in the community.But before talking about solutions, I think it is important to understand the different roles involved.As an At-Large Councillor, Council does not direct police operations or oversee the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-kasey-etreni-at-large-public-safety/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 12:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-kasey-etreni-at-large-public-safety/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-based-two-spirit-organization-celebrates-1st-year-in-thunder-bay-ont/Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-based-two-spirit-organization-celebrates-1st-year-in-thunder-bay-ont/ The Missouri Thunder and Nashville Stampede both came away with victories to improve to 13-6, leaving the two clubs tied for the best record in the league. Missouri owns the top spot through the standings tiebreaker, thanks to a league-leading aggregate points total of 4,075.2.
And if ther]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/missouri-thunder-and-nashville-stampede-stay-deadlocked-atop-pbr-teams-after-wild-saturday-in-anaheim/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 15:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/missouri-thunder-and-nashville-stampede-stay-deadlocked-atop-pbr-teams-after-wild-saturday-in-anaheim/ I am Patrick Cully, and as a stay-at-home dad who has spent years successfully fighting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-patrick-cully-at-large-candidate-public-safety/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-patrick-cully-at-large-candidate-public-safety/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS — Northwestern Ontario residents are heading into Sunday with several major stories that could affect everything from fuel and grocery prices to mining investment, transportation and Thunder Bay’s municipal election.
Internationally, new attacks affecting oil transportation in the Middle East are keeping energy markets on edge. Nation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-13-newshawk-watch-energy-tariffs-mining-first-nations-infrastructure-and-thunder-bay-safety/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-13-newshawk-watch-energy-tariffs-mining-first-nations-infrastructure-and-thunder-bay-safety/ Thunder Bay – CIVIC ELECTION – 2026 – When I consider an issue, I break it down in a couple of ways. What are the urgent issues that require a rapid response, and what are the urgent issues that will take a longer-term response, and what are the nice-to-have or preferred outcomes that have an immediate or longer- term timeline.On issues related to violent crime and drug trafficking, we have a growing urgent issue that requires a rapid response, and my belief]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-julie-colquhoun-public-safety/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-julie-colquhoun-public-safety/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-wake-the-giant-music-festival-shares-stories-of-culture-healing/Sun, 13 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-wake-the-giant-music-festival-shares-stories-of-culture-healing/ Saturday will be the warmest day of the three-day forecast. Cooler air arrives Sunday, while the chance of showers continues into Monday.
The weather is looking good for the Wake the Giant festival at Marina Park as well as other events including the Downtown Throwdown along Red River Road in the Waterfront Distr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-windy-weekend-with-showers-possible-through-monday/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-windy-weekend-with-showers-possible-through-monday/ Monday will bring a significant change. Rain is expected to spread across much of the Kenora, Rainy River, Dryden, Sioux Lookout, Red Lake and Highway 17 areas. Wet roads and reduced visibility could make Monday afternoon and evening travel more difficult.
The coldest overnight te]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cool-weekend-across-northwestern-ontario-before-widespread-rain-arrives-monday/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cool-weekend-across-northwestern-ontario-before-widespread-rain-arrives-monday/ Thunder Bay – Civic Politics – I want people to feel comfortable walking in their neighbourhoods, waiting for a bus, going to work, and letting their children spend time in public spaces. Too many people in Thunder Bay do not feel that way today.
I do not have a slogan that will solve violent crime, homelessness, addiction, and mental-health crises. These issues are deeply connected, and no councillor can fix them alone. What I can of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-jamie-nichols-candidate-for-councillor-at-large-public-safety/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-jamie-nichols-candidate-for-councillor-at-large-public-safety/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-mark-bentz-at-large-candidate-public-safety/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-mark-bentz-at-large-candidate-public-safety/ The roughest conditions are expected near Hudson Bay and James Bay, where wind and rain could affect local travel and aviation schedules. Western communities will remain cool through Sunday before another area of rain approaches Monday afternoon.
Temperatures should]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cool-windy-weekend-across-northern-ontario-fly-in-communities/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cool-windy-weekend-across-northern-ontario-fly-in-communities/ Public safety must be a priority. Residents should feel safe in their homes and neighbourhoods, businesses should feel confident operating here, and vulnerable people should be able to access the help they need.
My approach would focus on three areas: effective policing and enforcement, better treatment and supports, and prevention through stronger, more connected communities.
Thunder Bay Police need appropriate staffing, training, techno]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-moe-comuzzi-public-safety-must-be-a-priority/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/candidates-ledger-moe-comuzzi-public-safety-must-be-a-priority/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/i-still-get-triggered-lakehead-university-recognizes-indian-residential-school-survivors/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/i-still-get-triggered-lakehead-university-recognizes-indian-residential-school-survivors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bears-caribou-and-other-animals-are-messing-with-this-researchers-equipment-and-hes-got-photos-to-prove-it/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bears-caribou-and-other-animals-are-messing-with-this-researchers-equipment-and-hes-got-photos-to-prove-it/ THUNDER BAY — INDIGENOUS NEWS — Wake the Giant may look like a major outdoor music festival, but its purpose reaches well beyond the stage at Thunder Bay’s waterfront.
The project began with a serious question: How could Thunder Bay become safer and more welcoming for Indigenous students who leave remote First Nations to attend high school in the city?
Wh]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-how-a-thunder-bay-welcome-grew-into-an-8000-person-movement/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wake-the-giant-how-a-thunder-bay-welcome-grew-into-an-8000-person-movement/ ARMSTRONG — REGIONAL CRIME NEWS — Two Thunder Bay residents are facing drug-trafficking charges after Ontario Provincial Police stopped a pickup truck in Armstrong and allegedly found suspected cocaine, crack cocaine and fentanyl.
Armstrong OPP say the investigation began shortly before 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 10, after officers received a complaint about suspicious people in a blue pi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-thunder-bay-residents-face-cocaine-and-fentanyl-trafficking-charges-after-an-armstrong-traffic-stop/Sat, 12 Sep 2026 00:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-thunder-bay-residents-face-cocaine-and-fentanyl-trafficking-charges-after-an-armstrong-traffic-stop/ Rather than just placing a wager, users are effectively trading on the probability of an outcome, with market prices adjusting as new information becomes available.
Those in favor of them argue that prediction markets can aggregate knowledge from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-could-prediction-markets-affect-canadas-economy/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-could-prediction-markets-affect-canadas-economy/ The Google Play Store features thousands of choices, but the quality varies wildly. Finding the right balance depends on what you want — whether that is an offline experience for travel,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-best-android-survival-games-to-play-right-now/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-best-android-survival-games-to-play-right-now/ The good news is that this isn’t just a dream anymore. Regulatory pathways set up by the Reserve Bank of India now make it possible for regular people to invest in US stocks from I]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-every-indian-investor-dreams-of-owning-apple-google-amp-tesla/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-every-indian-investor-dreams-of-owning-apple-google-amp-tesla/ Travel insurance deserves a place in that planning because an unexpected event can affect more than one part of the trip. Understanding what a policy includes before you leave helps both partners travel with greater clarity and enjoy the honeymoon with fewer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-newlyweds-should-know-about-travel-insurance-before-an-international-honeymoon/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-newlyweds-should-know-about-travel-insurance-before-an-international-honeymoon/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Friday, September 11, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario gets one more burst of summer-like warmth Friday before a cold front brings showers, possible thunderstorms and a dramatic temperature drop for the weekend.
Fort Frances reaches 26°C Friday, while Kenora, Dryden and Sioux Lookout climb to around 25°C and Armstrong reaches 27°C. By Saturday, many communities will be 10°C or more cooler, with hig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-11-13-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-11-13-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Friday, September 11, 2026 – A warm but unsettled Friday is underway across Northern Ontario’s remote fly-in communities, with showers and isolated thunderstorms possible before a sharp change arrives Saturday.
Saturday brings the most significant aviation concern of the three-day period. Cooler air spreads south while northwest and west winds gust as high as 60 km/h around]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-11-13-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-11-13-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast/ Canadian mining companies dominate the TSX30, gold holds above US$4,300, and exploration programs near Thunder Bay and Red Lake report new mineralized intersections.
THUNDER BAY — MINING NEWS — September 11, 2026 — Mining markets ended the week with sharp commodity-price swings, new drilling results and continued concern about tariffs, permitting and project costs.
Copper produced the biggest ma]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/netnewsledger-rockhawks-mining-update-copper-whipsaws-as-northern-ontario-drilling-delivers-fresh-results/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/netnewsledger-rockhawks-mining-update-copper-whipsaws-as-northern-ontario-drilling-delivers-fresh-results/ Small gaps in an oral care routine can become bigger problems when they are overlooked for too long. Flossing, preventive dental appointments, and knowing how restorative or cosme]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/your-dental-routine-might-be-missing-these-important-steps/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/your-dental-routine-might-be-missing-these-important-steps/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario-says-it-has-spent-16m-on-private-security-to-fight-drug-trafficking/Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario-says-it-has-spent-16m-on-private-security-to-fight-drug-trafficking/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/businesses-in-thunder-bay-ont-relying-on-american-goods-prepare-for-more-tariffs/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/businesses-in-thunder-bay-ont-relying-on-american-goods-prepare-for-more-tariffs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/call-for-fire-champion-in-each-first-nation-as-ontario-fire-marshal-investigates-fatal-grassy-narrows-blaze/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/call-for-fire-champion-in-each-first-nation-as-ontario-fire-marshal-investigates-fatal-grassy-narrows-blaze/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-expands-eligibility-for-tariff-support-funding-to-protect-businesses-workers-ford/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-expands-eligibility-for-tariff-support-funding-to-protect-businesses-workers-ford/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-police-rcmp-launch-joint-marine-unit-to-patrol-lake-superior-area/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-police-rcmp-launch-joint-marine-unit-to-patrol-lake-superior-area/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-murals-more-colour-new-funding-for-thunder-bay-ont-artists/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-murals-more-colour-new-funding-for-thunder-bay-ont-artists/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/buffalo-bills-to-celebrate-o-canada-at-home-opener-amid-more-trump-threats-during-trade-war/Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/buffalo-bills-to-celebrate-o-canada-at-home-opener-amid-more-trump-threats-during-trade-war/ THUNDER BAY – NEWS – The Canada – United States trade dispute has moved into a more dangerous phase.
Canadian counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of U.S.-origin goods took effect at 12:01 a.m. on Tues]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-9-newshawk-update-canada-us-tariff-war-escalates-as-consumers-and-businesses-brace-for-higher-costs/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-9-newshawk-update-canada-us-tariff-war-escalates-as-consumers-and-businesses-brace-for-higher-costs/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Wednesday, September 9, 2026 – Thunder Bay is in for a windy Wednesday before conditions improve significantly Thursday. Friday turns warmer, but another chance of showers develops.
On Western Lake Superior, strong west-to-northwest winds and waves near 2 metres make Wednesday the roughest boating day of the three. Winds ease Thursday before turning]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Wednesday, September 9, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is getting a definite taste of fall Wednesday as northwest winds, scattered showers and cooler temperatures spread across the region.
The change is short-lived. Sunshine and much warmer temperatures return Thursday, with highs climbing into the low 20s. Friday stays warm, but anot]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Wednesday, September 9, 2026 – Remote fly-in communities across Northern Ontario face another unsettled day Wednesday as showers and strong northwest winds wrap around the departing weather system.
Conditions gradually improve Thursday, especially across inland communities. Friday then turns considerably warmer from Neskantaga an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-fly-in-weather-for-september-9-11-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cambria-hotel-could-boost-thunder-bay-getaways/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cambria-hotel-could-boost-thunder-bay-getaways/ Game Selection and Software Certification
A varied game library is important, but the source of the software matters even more. Original games run on provider servers, which prevents the casino from changing their algorithms. A reliable pl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/5-key-criteria-for-choosing-an-online-casino-in-canada-what-to-check-before-registering/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/5-key-criteria-for-choosing-an-online-casino-in-canada-what-to-check-before-registering/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-police-wrap-up-downtown-safety-pilot-program-promise-more-patrols/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-police-wrap-up-downtown-safety-pilot-program-promise-more-patrols/ Thunder Bay — TECH NEWS — Apple is preparing for what could be its most important iPhone presentation in years, with the company widely expected to unveil its first foldable smartphone during its September 2026 product event.
Apple has officially confirmed that its “Surprise and shine” event will begin Wednesday, September 9, at 10 a.m. Pacific T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-september-2026-event-preview-foldable-iphone-expected-to-lead-major-product-launch/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-september-2026-event-preview-foldable-iphone-expected-to-lead-major-product-launch/ No new fires were confirmed on September 8 as one fire was declared out
THUNDER BAY — WILDFIRE UPDATE — No new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region by the evening of Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
There were 55 active wildland fires across Northwestern Ontario as of the 5:15 p.m. CDT update from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services.Five fires were being held
Thirteen fires were under contr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-wildfire-update-for-september-8-2026/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-wildfire-update-for-september-8-2026/ WAWA — WILDFIRE UPDATE — No new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northeast Fire Region on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.
As of the 5:55 p.m. EDT update from Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services, eight wildland fires remained active across the region.Two fires were under control
Six fires were being observed
No fires were listed as not under control or being heldA fire classified as unde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-wildfire-update-no-new-fires-confirmed-eight-remain-active/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 02:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-wildfire-update-no-new-fires-confirmed-eight-remain-active/ That pattern is worth keeping in mind whenever the provi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-keeps-getting-the-rules-while-the-jobs-stay-south/Wed, 09 Sep 2026 01:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-keeps-getting-the-rules-while-the-jobs-stay-south/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grassy-narrows-first-nation-house-fire-leaves-3-dead-ontario-fire-marshal-investigating/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 19:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grassy-narrows-first-nation-house-fire-leaves-3-dead-ontario-fire-marshal-investigating/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-different-is-osap-funding-this-year-in-the-wake-of-provincial-grant-cuts-returning-students-weigh-in/Tue, 08 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-different-is-osap-funding-this-year-in-the-wake-of-provincial-grant-cuts-returning-students-weigh-in/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-liberal-leadership-race-enters-new-phase/Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-liberal-leadership-race-enters-new-phase/ For Northwestern Ontario readers, the most immediate issues include possible travel disruptions from changing weather, new forest fires, Monday holiday closures and the long-term effect of Ottawa’s $4.7-billion passenger rail investment on Thunder Bay.
This briefing reflects information]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sunday-newshawk-ukraine-diplomacy-iran-escalation-canadian-tariffs-and-northern-ontario-priorities/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sunday-newshawk-ukraine-diplomacy-iran-escalation-canadian-tariffs-and-northern-ontario-priorities/ WABASEEMOONG FIRST NATION — REGIONAL CRIME NEWS — More than three decades after 19-year-old Evaline “Evaleen” Cameron was found dead in Wabaseemoong First Nation, Ontario Provincial Police are renewing their appeal for information and offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for her death.
Cameron was reported mi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-offer-a-50000-reward-for-information-in-the-1995-death-of-evaleen-cameron/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-offer-a-50000-reward-for-information-in-the-1995-death-of-evaleen-cameron/ LAKE NIPIGON RESERVE — REGIONAL NEWS — Animbiigoo Zaagi’igan Anishinaabek and the Greenstone Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are formalizing a new partnership aimed at strengthening community safety, communication and respectful working relationships as the First Nation continues developing Lake Nipigon Reserve.
The two organizations will sign a Memorandum of Understanding on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aza-and-greenstone-opp-sign-a-new-agreement-focused-on-safety-trust-and-reconciliation/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aza-and-greenstone-opp-sign-a-new-agreement-focused-on-safety-trust-and-reconciliation/ Thunder Bay – TRAVEL WEATHER – Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Travellers heading east from Winnipeg through Northwestern Ontario and along the Lake Superior corridor toward Sault Ste. Marie and Sudbury face sharply different weather conditions depending on where they are on the route.
The western end of the trip—from Winnipeg thro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/travellers-weather-report-for-winnipeg-to-sudbury-september-6-8-2026/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/travellers-weather-report-for-winnipeg-to-sudbury-september-6-8-2026/ THUNDER BAY Weather Desk – WEATHER – Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario’s final days of the Labour Day weekend are turning increasingly unsettled, with warm and humid air Sunday giving way to thunderstorms, gusty winds and widespread showers.
Sunday will still feel like summer in many communities. Highs range from]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-6-8-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast-thunderstorms-sunday-wet-labour-day-and-more-showers-tuesday/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-6-8-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast-thunderstorms-sunday-wet-labour-day-and-more-showers-tuesday/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Sunday, September 6, 2026 – Thunder Bay gets one more pleasant late-summer day Sunday before conditions become increasingly unsettled for Labour Day Monday and Tuesday.
Environment Canada is forecasting a sunny 23°C Sunday, followed by clouds, showers and a thunderstorm risk overnight. Labour Day Monday cools to 21°C with a 40 percent]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-6-8-2026/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-6-8-2026/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Sunday, September 6, 2026 – A strong weather transition is underway across Ontario’s Far North, bringing rain, thunderstorms and strengthening northeast winds to several remote fly-in communities Sunday b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-6-8-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast-sunday-storms-give-way-to-a-cooler-monday-before-rain-returns-tuesday/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-6-8-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast-sunday-storms-give-way-to-a-cooler-monday-before-rain-returns-tuesday/ Sorrento Realty Group, led by founder and CEO Raphael Toledano, who is also known as Rafi Toledano, has sold Avani North, a 325-unit multifamily community in Tucson, Arizona, for $31.5 million to Tower 16 Capital Partners, marking another milestone in the company’s disciplined portfolio strategy.
Located at 2660 N.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/raphael-toledanos-sorrento-realty-group-sells-325-unit-tucson-community-for-315m/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/raphael-toledanos-sorrento-realty-group-sells-325-unit-tucson-community-for-315m/ Many invest heavily in product development, advertising, and promotions, yet only a small number remain in people’s minds years later.
It is rarely because their products were better. More often, it is because they failed to create something worth remembering.
Think about a brand you have not seen in years but could still recognize instantly. You can picture its logo, remember how it made you feel, or e]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/most-brands-are-forgotten-within-a-few-years-a-style-built-one-that-continued-living-in-peoples-minds-long-after-it-left-the-market/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/most-brands-are-forgotten-within-a-few-years-a-style-built-one-that-continued-living-in-peoples-minds-long-after-it-left-the-market/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-general-surgeon-getting-set-to-compete-in-ultramarathon-in-italy/Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-general-surgeon-getting-set-to-compete-in-ultramarathon-in-italy/ THUNDER BAY – BUSINESS – Labour Day falls on Monday, September 7, 2026, and it will bring widespread retail and public-service closures across Northwestern Ontario.
Most businesses will follow their usual Saturday and Sunday schedules on September 5 and 6. Monday is the day to plan around. Ontario lists Labour Day as a retail business holiday,]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/labour-day-weekend-2026-what-is-open-and-closed-in-thunder-bay-kenora-and-dryden/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/labour-day-weekend-2026-what-is-open-and-closed-in-thunder-bay-kenora-and-dryden/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/1-person-dead-another-in-custody-after-shooting-in-remote-first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 14:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/1-person-dead-another-in-custody-after-shooting-in-remote-first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-great-lakes-sturgeon-may-be-400-years-old-scientists-are-rethinking-how-to-save-them/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-great-lakes-sturgeon-may-be-400-years-old-scientists-are-rethinking-how-to-save-them/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/homelessness-encampments-top-issue-for-northwestern-ontario-voters-cbc-survey-says/Sat, 05 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/homelessness-encampments-top-issue-for-northwestern-ontario-voters-cbc-survey-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pm-says-more-can-be-done-to-address-increasingly-severe-wildfire-seasons/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pm-says-more-can-be-done-to-address-increasingly-severe-wildfire-seasons/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prime-minister-bryan-adams-dishing-over-doughnuts-in-thunder-bay/Fri, 04 Sep 2026 01:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prime-minister-bryan-adams-dishing-over-doughnuts-in-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-announce-47b-for-new-via-rail-cars-to-be-built-in-ontario-quebec/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-announce-47b-for-new-via-rail-cars-to-be-built-in-ontario-quebec/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-announce-47b-for-new-via-rail-cars-to-be-built-in-ontario-qubec/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-announce-47b-for-new-via-rail-cars-to-be-built-in-ontario-qubec/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-announces-47b-to-build-rail-cars-in-canada-instead-of-us/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 19:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-announces-47b-to-build-rail-cars-in-canada-instead-of-us/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-takes-questions-after-via-rail-train-car-announcement-in-thunder-bay-ont/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-takes-questions-after-via-rail-train-car-announcement-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-announces-investment-to-make-and-maintain-train-cars-for-via-rail/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carney-announces-investment-to-make-and-maintain-train-cars-for-via-rail/ The province says the projects are expected to create six jobs, protect more than 320 existing positions and support more than 600 indirect jobs connected to harvesting, transportation, mill ope]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-173-million-in-northern-forestry-projects-as-sector-faces-us-trade-pressure/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-173-million-in-northern-forestry-projects-as-sector-faces-us-trade-pressure/ When customer information remains within individual teams, however, it’s harder to make the most of it. Thankfully, artificial intellig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-ai-can-help-businesses-connect-sales-marketing-and-customer-data/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-ai-can-help-businesses-connect-sales-marketing-and-customer-data/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prime-minister-mark-carney-expected-to-make-infrastructure-announcement-in-thunder-bay/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:53:16 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/prime-minister-mark-carney-expected-to-make-infrastructure-announcement-in-thunder-bay/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS — The Iran war remains the top international story Thursday, Sept. 3, with civilian casualties rising and oil holding near US$95 a barrel.
In Canada, the Bank of Canada has shifted the interest-rate outlook. It held its benchmark rate at 2.25 per cent Wednesday but warned that further increases may be needed if energy-driven inflation persists.
Across]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-3-news-iran-war-bank-of-canada-rate-risk-ring-of-fire-roads-and-thunder-bay-visit-from-prime-minister-carney/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sept-3-news-iran-war-bank-of-canada-rate-risk-ring-of-fire-roads-and-thunder-bay-visit-from-prime-minister-carney/ THUNDER BAY — Chicken leg quarters for less than $2 a pound, 24-cent corn, 97-cent potatoes and carrots, sub-$5 cheese and several inexpensive canned and pantry staples make this a useful week for Thunder Bay shoppers trying to rebuild the freezer and pantry as well as getting ready for the Labour Day weekend.
The strongest advertised values are spread across several stores. Real Canadian Superstor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/food-flyer-frenzy-finding-the-best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/food-flyer-frenzy-finding-the-best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals/ GERALDTON — REGIONAL NEWS — Two people have been charged following separate police searches in Geraldton that investigators say resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, oxycodone pills, cash and items associated with drug trafficking.
Police executed search warrants Monday, Aug. 31, at residences in the 200 block of Holm Avenue, the 200 block of 4th Avenue and the 700 block of 1s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-arrested-as-police-seize-suspected-cocaine-oxycodone-and-cash-in-geraldton-searches/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-arrested-as-police-seize-suspected-cocaine-oxycodone-and-cash-in-geraldton-searches/ THUNDER BAY — MINING — Mining markets enter September with a familiar theme taking on greater urgency: the world needs more metals, but producing and processing them is becoming increasingly difficult.
Copper remains central to electrification, artificial intelligence infrastructure and power-grid expansion.
Zinc markets are showing signs of acute supply tightness. Gold remains historically strong]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-update-copper-zinc-and-critical-minerals-tighten-as-ring-of-fire-construction-and-global-drilling-accelerates/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-update-copper-zinc-and-critical-minerals-tighten-as-ring-of-fire-construction-and-global-drilling-accelerates/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thursday, September 3, 2026 – Thunder Bay is heading into a generally quiet three-day stretch, with a mix of sun and cloud today, more cloud Friday, and another mild day Saturday.
Temperatures remain above seasonal normals through the period, with highs of 24°C today, 22°C Friday and 24°C Saturday. Western Lake Superior is also looking unusually calm for early September, with light winds today]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-3-5-2026-a-mix-of-sun-and-cloud-thursday-cloudy-friday-and-saturday-with-highs-of-22c-to-24c/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-september-3-5-2026-a-mix-of-sun-and-cloud-thursday-cloudy-friday-and-saturday-with-highs-of-22c-to-24c/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Thursday, September 3, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is heading into an unusually warm first weekend of September, with afternoon temperatures climbing into the mid-to-upper 20s fr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-3-5-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast-summer-like-heat-builds-into-saturday/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-3-5-2026-northwestern-ontario-forecast-summer-like-heat-builds-into-saturday/ FAR NORTH ONTARIO – WEATHER – Thursday, September 3, 2026 – Conditions are improving across Ontario’s Far North fly-in communities today, with morning cloud and isolated drizzle giving way to brighter skie]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-3-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast-sunshine-builds-before-a-very-warm-saturday/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/september-3-2026-far-north-ontario-fly-in-forecast-sunshine-builds-before-a-very-warm-saturday/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WILDFIRE UPDATE – September 2, 2026 – Two new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northwest Fire Region by Wednesday evening, bringing the regional active fire count to 58.
Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reports both new fires are currently classified as not under control.
Two New Fires Confirmed
Kenora 35 (KEN035) is located north of Glorious]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfire-update-for-september-2-2026-two-new-fires-were-confirmed-near-miller-lake-and-detour-lake/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfire-update-for-september-2-2026-two-new-fires-were-confirmed-near-miller-lake-and-detour-lake/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/debut-novel-earns-award-nomination-for-northwestern-ontario-author/Thu, 03 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/debut-novel-earns-award-nomination-for-northwestern-ontario-author/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/work-starts-on-2nd-road-to-ring-of-fire-mineral-deposit-in-northwest-ontario/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 21:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/work-starts-on-2nd-road-to-ring-of-fire-mineral-deposit-in-northwest-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/strengthening-indigenous-food-sovereignty-in-northwestern-ontario/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/strengthening-indigenous-food-sovereignty-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nations-lack-of-health-care-infrastructure-forces-evacuation-of-dozens-to-toronto/Wed, 02 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nations-lack-of-health-care-infrastructure-forces-evacuation-of-dozens-to-toronto/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-scientists-confirmed-the-paint-by-numbers-norval-morrisseau-fraud-ring/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-scientists-confirmed-the-paint-by-numbers-norval-morrisseau-fraud-ring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/long-term-residents-at-historic-kenricia-hotel-in-kenora-ont-must-move-out-this-fall/Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/long-term-residents-at-historic-kenricia-hotel-in-kenora-ont-must-move-out-this-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/former-ontario-youth-advocate-calls-for-investigation-of-childrens-aid-society-in-sudbury-manitoulin/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 23:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/former-ontario-youth-advocate-calls-for-investigation-of-childrens-aid-society-in-sudbury-manitoulin/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/barbara-kentners-family-first-nation-leaders-protest-mans-parole-called-miscarriage-of-justice/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 22:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/barbara-kentners-family-first-nation-leaders-protest-mans-parole-called-miscarriage-of-justice/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-filmmaker-captures-canada-day-concert-in-kosovo/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-filmmaker-captures-canada-day-concert-in-kosovo/ A Milestone Built on Growth
District Lending has gr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/district-lending-named-one-of-the-fastest-growing-mortgage-brokers-in-the-country/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/district-lending-named-one-of-the-fastest-growing-mortgage-brokers-in-the-country/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Monday, August 31, 2026 – Ontario’s Far North starts the week with unusually mild late-August weather across many fly-in communities. Neskantaga, Marten Falls/Ogoki Post, KI/Big Trout Lake and Summer Beaver will reach the low to mid-20s Monday, while Fort Severn and Peawanuck warm into the up]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-31-2026-far-north-ontario-three-day-forecast-warm-monday-showers-spread-tuesday-mixed-conditions-wednesday/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-31-2026-far-north-ontario-three-day-forecast-warm-monday-showers-spread-tuesday-mixed-conditions-wednesday/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WILDFIRE UPDATE – August 30, 2026 – Two new wildfires have been confirmed in Northwestern Ontario, including one near Sioux Narrows and another inside Blue Lake Provincial Park, as the Northwest Fire Region continues to manage 59 active fires.
Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services issued the u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/breaking-new-wildfires-reported-near-sioux-narrows-and-blue-lake-provincial-park-as-59-fires-burn-across-northwest/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/breaking-new-wildfires-reported-near-sioux-narrows-and-blue-lake-provincial-park-as-59-fires-burn-across-northwest/ Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported that, as of 6:20 p.m. EDT, 2 fires are under controland 15 are being observed.
No New Fires Reported Sunday
AFFES says there were no new wildland fires confirmed in the Northeast Region on August 30.
The active fire c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeastern-ontario-wildfire-update-17-fires-remain-active-no-new-fires-confirmed/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 14:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeastern-ontario-wildfire-update-17-fires-remain-active-no-new-fires-confirmed/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Monday, August 31, 2026 – Northwestern Ontario is closing out August with showers and thunderstorms moving across much of the region. Rainfall totals of 10 to 20 millimetres are possible in several communities before precipitation tapers later Monday.
A wind shift follows the rain. Tuesday will bring widespread west winds gusting to 5]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-for-august-31-to-september-2-2026/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-for-august-31-to-september-2-2026/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Monday, August 31, 2026 – Thunder Bay closes out August with a wet and unsettled Monday morning. Showers, mist and a risk of thunderstorms will dominate the first half of the day before steadier rain ends this afternoon. Conditions improve considerably tonight and Tuesday.
This morning while it feels warm, there is a mist in the ai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-31-2026-thunder-bay-weather-morning-rain-and-thunderstorms-strong-wind-warning-on-western-lake-superior/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-31-2026-thunder-bay-weather-morning-rain-and-thunderstorms-strong-wind-warning-on-western-lake-superior/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-31/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-31/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/got-a-minute-tell-us-the-single-biggest-issue-facing-thunder-bay-area-right-now/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/got-a-minute-tell-us-the-single-biggest-issue-facing-thunder-bay-area-right-now/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/communities-and-agencies-celebrate-delisting-of-nipigon-bay-as-an-area-of-concern/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/communities-and-agencies-celebrate-delisting-of-nipigon-bay-as-an-area-of-concern/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/temporary-shelter-village-in-thunder-bay-ont-prepares-to-welcome-first-residents/Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/temporary-shelter-village-in-thunder-bay-ont-prepares-to-welcome-first-residents/ A significant police presence remained in the community Sunday as investigators worked to determine what happened.
Police Say Shooting Happened at Community Residence
Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Constance Lake First Nation Det]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/stay-indoors-advisory-lifted-as-police-continue-constance-lake-first-nation-shooting-investigation/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/stay-indoors-advisory-lifted-as-police-continue-constance-lake-first-nation-shooting-investigation/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS — The catastrophic glacier collapse and flooding along the Nepal-China border has become one of the world’s biggest developing humanitarian disasters on Sunday, Aug. 30, while Russia’s intensified attacks on Ukraine and the continuing Iran war keep geopolitical and energy risks elevated.
For NetNewsLedger readers, the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-30-news-himalayan-disaster-ukraine-tariffs-wildfires-and-thunder-bay-headlines/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 15:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-30-news-himalayan-disaster-ukraine-tariffs-wildfires-and-thunder-bay-headlines/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Thunder Bay starts the final Sunday of August under mostly cloudy skies, with a cool east wind developing and a daytime high near 20°C. The weather turns more unsettled tonight and Monday as showers and thunderstorms move through the area.
Tuesday brings a significant improvement, with a mix of sun and cloud and a high of 26&de]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-august-30-to-september-1-2026/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-august-30-to-september-1-2026/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Sunday, August 30, 2026 – Warm and humid late-summer weather continues across Northwestern Ontario today, but an approaching weather system will bring showers and thunderstorms into much of the region tonight and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-30-2026-northwestern-ontario-three-day-weather-warm-sunday-showers-and-thunderstorms-monday-improving-tuesday/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-30-2026-northwestern-ontario-three-day-weather-warm-sunday-showers-and-thunderstorms-monday-improving-tuesday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/owners-of-thunder-bays-iconic-fireweed-crafts-reflect-on-four-decades-in-business/Sun, 30 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/owners-of-thunder-bays-iconic-fireweed-crafts-reflect-on-four-decades-in-business/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tire-recycling-backlog-a-source-of-concern-for-thunder-bay-based-business/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tire-recycling-backlog-a-source-of-concern-for-thunder-bay-based-business/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-indigenous-businesses-are-trying-to-avoid-us-markets-amid-trade-war/Sat, 29 Aug 2026 00:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-indigenous-businesses-are-trying-to-avoid-us-markets-amid-trade-war/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mole-mobile-brings-free-skin-cancer-screening-on-the-road/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mole-mobile-brings-free-skin-cancer-screening-on-the-road/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/musicians-join-forces-for-wildfire-relief/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/musicians-join-forces-for-wildfire-relief/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/junior-hockey-players-in-ohl-whl-can-seek-compensation-for-alleged-abuse-court-says/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/junior-hockey-players-in-ohl-whl-can-seek-compensation-for-alleged-abuse-court-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-28/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-28/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-spend-more-than-600k-on-artificial-intelligence-projects-in-northern-ontario/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-spend-more-than-600k-on-artificial-intelligence-projects-in-northern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bus-drivers-crossing-guards-ready-for-new-school-year/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bus-drivers-crossing-guards-ready-for-new-school-year/ THUNDER BAY — POLITICAL ANALYSIS — United States President Donald Trump’s ability to dominate attention has been one of the defining characteristics of his political career. He rarely allows criticism to pass unanswered, frequently confronts reporters directly and uses Truth Social to respond to opponents without the filter of traditional presidential communications.
That]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/political-analysis-is-donald-trumps-need-to-fight-back-becoming-his-own-worst-enemy/Fri, 28 Aug 2026 02:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/political-analysis-is-donald-trumps-need-to-fight-back-becoming-his-own-worst-enemy/ Below are five conversation starters that work in almost any setting, from parties to first dates to random chats with someone new online.
Why First Words Matter So Much
Psychologists have long pointed out tha]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-5-conversation-starters-that-actually-work/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 19:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-5-conversation-starters-that-actually-work/ THUNDER BAY — SPORTS — LADIES AND GENTLEMEN … wrestling fans of Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario … get ready!
The lights are coming up, the bell is getting ready to ring and Great North Wrestling is storming into Fort William Gardens on Saturday, Aug. 29, for a night built around one of the biggest hometown wrestling moments Thunder Bay has seen in years.
And in the m]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/vampiro-faces-chris-masters-in-his-canadian-farewell-as-great-north-wrestling-hits-thunder-bay-saturday/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 18:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/vampiro-faces-chris-masters-in-his-canadian-farewell-as-great-north-wrestling-hits-thunder-bay-saturday/ THUNDER BAY — LOCAL NEWS — A Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit investigation that began after a report involving alleged attempts to access child sexual abuse and exploitation material through the Bing search engine has resulted in charges against a 40-year-old Thunder Bay resident.
Police say the investigation began in February 2026. A south-side residence was searched in July, resulting]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-cyber-crime-investigation-leads-to-csaem-charges/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-cyber-crime-investigation-leads-to-csaem-charges/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/chapmans-ice-cream-pledges-no-price-increase-as-ontario-company-shifts-away-from-us-suppliers/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 15:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/chapmans-ice-cream-pledges-no-price-increase-as-ontario-company-shifts-away-from-us-suppliers/ THUNDER BAY — ANALYSIS — For almost two years, Donald Trump has dominated the North American political news cycle, first as the Republican candidate promising peace and lower prices, and then as the returning U.S. president pursuing an extraordinarily aggressive agenda at home and abroad.
The contrast between some of Trump’s most memorable campaign promises and the situation on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trumps-second-presidency-under-the-microscope-war-prices-tariffs-epstein-and-accountability/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/trumps-second-presidency-under-the-microscope-war-prices-tariffs-epstein-and-accountability/ THUNDER BAY — TECH NEWS — Apple has unveiled a new generation of its Mac mini desktop computer, introducing models powered by the new M6 chip and the higher-performance M5 Pro, with the company placing a major emphasis on artificial intelligence, faster local processing and always-on computing.
The new Mac mini is available for pre-order in Canada and is scheduled to reach customers and retailer]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-unveils-m6-and-m5-pro-mac-mini-models-focused-on-local-ai-performance-and-faster-connectivity/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/apple-unveils-m6-and-m5-pro-mac-mini-models-focused-on-local-ai-performance-and-faster-connectivity/ In winter, boots bring in snow, road salt and grit.
During the spring thaw, that becomes mud and dirty water.
Pet owners add another layer, with wet paws, fur and the debris that comes back indoors after even a short walk.
NetNewsLedger has repeatedly covered the realities of pet ownership through Thunder Bay winters, including the need to wipe snow, ice and road salt from paws after outdoor tri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-smart-floor-care-technology-is-changing-cleaning-in-northern-ontario-homes/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-smart-floor-care-technology-is-changing-cleaning-in-northern-ontario-homes/ THUNDER BAY — MINING NEWS — Copper prices approaching record territory, a renewed international race to secure critical-mineral supply, new Ontario support for domestic cobalt refining and accelerating infrastructure work toward the Ring of Fire are among the mining stories to watch Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026.
For Northwestern Ontario, the most consequential developments are increasingly tangibl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-news-for-august-27-2026-copper-critical-minerals-and-northwestern-ontario-drilling-in-focus/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mining-news-for-august-27-2026-copper-critical-minerals-and-northwestern-ontario-drilling-in-focus/ THUNDER BAY — NEWS — The escalating Canada-U.S. trade dispute remains the story with the greatest direct economic consequences for Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario on Thursday, Aug. 27, while a deadly Himalayan flood disaster, another major Russian attack on Ukraine and continuing instability involving Iran are driving the international file.
Closer to home, Ring of Fire road con]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-27-news-canada-us-tariffs-nepal-flooding-ukraine-ring-of-fire-and-thunder-bay-updates/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-27-news-canada-us-tariffs-nepal-flooding-ukraine-ring-of-fire-and-thunder-bay-updates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-27/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-27/ That gives you a good starting point. Attendance and attention are important, but a market line tells you the competitive state of a campai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-the-odds-say-about-the-toronto-tempo-wnba-season/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 12:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-the-odds-say-about-the-toronto-tempo-wnba-season/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-with-the-highest-opioid-related-death-rate-in-ontario-honours-lives-lost-to-overdose/Thu, 27 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-with-the-highest-opioid-related-death-rate-in-ontario-honours-lives-lost-to-overdose/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-in-northern-ontario-set-to-open-indigenous-evacuation-shelter-this-spring/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-in-northern-ontario-set-to-open-indigenous-evacuation-shelter-this-spring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-sports-hall-of-fame-to-welcome-43rd-class-of-inductees/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-sports-hall-of-fame-to-welcome-43rd-class-of-inductees/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-26/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-26/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/several-reasons-behind-drop-in-municipal-election-candidates-in-recent-years-mayors-say/Wed, 26 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/several-reasons-behind-drop-in-municipal-election-candidates-in-recent-years-mayors-say/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-businesses-communities-brace-for-canada-us-trade-war/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-businesses-communities-brace-for-canada-us-trade-war/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/engine-failure-prompts-emergency-highway-plane-landing-northeast-of-thunder-bay-ont/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/engine-failure-prompts-emergency-highway-plane-landing-northeast-of-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-leaders-educators-in-northwestern-ontario-remember-norma-kejick/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-leaders-educators-in-northwestern-ontario-remember-norma-kejick/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-25/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-25/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-community-partners-release-welcome-guide-for-the-citys-newcomers/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-community-partners-release-welcome-guide-for-the-citys-newcomers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-50-united-states-tariffs-on-some-canadian-goods-cause-frustration-for-thunder-bay-business/Tue, 25 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-50-united-states-tariffs-on-some-canadian-goods-cause-frustration-for-thunder-bay-business/ THUNDER BAY — The breakdown in Canada-U.S. trade negotiations is the story with the most immediate economic implications for Northwestern Ontario on Monday, Aug. 24, while escalating U.S.-Iran tensions are keeping energy markets and the Strait of Hormuz under close watch.
Internationally, Ukraine is marking Independence Day as its war with Russia continues, while the World Health Organization is warning that an Ebo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-24-2026-canada-us-tariffs-iran-tensions-wildfires-and-thunder-bay-election-lead-the-news/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:52:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aug-24-2026-canada-us-tariffs-iran-tensions-wildfires-and-thunder-bay-election-lead-the-news/ Why Exclu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-comprehensive-car-insurance-does-not-cover-the-full-exclusions-list/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-comprehensive-car-insurance-does-not-cover-the-full-exclusions-list/ WASHINGTON — The FBI has launched a new initiative aimed at generating leads in unresolved homicides, kidnappings and missing-person cases involving Indigenous people in U.S. Indian country, combining larger rewards with an interactive map designed to make cases easier for the public to find.
Announced Aug. 18, 2026, by FBI Director Kash Patel, Voices Not Forgotten establishes rewards of u]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/international-fbi-launches-voices-not-forgotten-to-boost-rewards-in-unsolved-indigenous-cases/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/international-fbi-launches-voices-not-forgotten-to-boost-rewards-in-unsolved-indigenous-cases/ Starting With the Mitochondria
Every cell in your body contains mitochondria, tiny structures often described as the cell’s power p]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-red-light-affects-skin-at-the-cellular-level-explained-simply/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-red-light-affects-skin-at-the-cellular-level-explained-simply/ Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Thunder Bay is starting Monday with a crisp, clear late-August morning before temperatures climb into the low 20s under sunny skies. Fog patches around the area will dissipate this morning, leaving excellent conditions for most outdoor activities.
For boaters, anglers and sailors, the Western Lake Superior marine forecast is also relatively fa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-august-24-2026-sunny-with-a-high-of-23c-and-a-cool-9c/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-august-24-2026-sunny-with-a-high-of-23c-and-a-cool-9c/ Thunder Bay = Weather Desk – A warm late-August Monday is underway across Ontario’s Far North, with sunshine dominating from Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug/Big Trout Lake and Sachigo Lake through Marten Falls/Ogoki Post and north to Wasaho Cree Nation/Fort Severn.
Afternoon temperatures will reach 24°C to 26°C, well above]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-24-2026-far-north-ontario-weather-sunny-and-unseasonably-warm-before-showers-return/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-24-2026-far-north-ontario-weather-sunny-and-unseasonably-warm-before-showers-return/ The significant change comes tonight. A 60 percent chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms develops across most of the region f]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-24-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-start-gives-way-to-clouds-showers-and-thunderstorms/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-24-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-start-gives-way-to-clouds-showers-and-thunderstorms/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-24/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-24/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/waverley-library-branch-in-thunder-bay-ont-to-close-this-fall-for-major-renovations/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/waverley-library-branch-in-thunder-bay-ont-to-close-this-fall-for-major-renovations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-city-speedway-race-night-with-selena-owen-34/Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-city-speedway-race-night-with-selena-owen-34/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/before-the-last-shift-ends/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 21:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/before-the-last-shift-ends/ AUSTIN, Texas — Hang onto your hats, folks — the Missouri Thunder is officially on a tear.
Missouri rode four of its five bulls Saturday night at the Moody Center, piling up 353.45 points to knock off the league-leading Nashville Stampede 353.45-263.7 during the second night of PBR Teams’ Gambler Days presented by Tecovas.
That makes five straight victories for the Thunder, who improved to 8]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/missouri-thunder-wins-its-fifth-straight-as-pbr-teams-action-heats-up-in-austin/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/missouri-thunder-wins-its-fifth-straight-as-pbr-teams-action-heats-up-in-austin/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario fire officials reported no new wildland fires in the Northwest Fire Region by Saturday evening, but crews continue to manage 63 active fires across Northwestern Ontario, including several very large fires in the Rinker Lake and Atikokan areas.
The largest remains Thunder Bay 36, now estimated at more than 301,000 hectares and still classified as not under control. While recen]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfire-update-63-active-fires-rinker-lake-complex-remains-major-focus/Sun, 23 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfire-update-63-active-fires-rinker-lake-complex-remains-major-focus/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-businesses-brace-for-tariffs-after-us-canada-trade-talks-collapse/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 20:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-businesses-brace-for-tariffs-after-us-canada-trade-talks-collapse/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-leaders-meet-with-provincial-ministers-at-annual-amo-conference/Sat, 22 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-leaders-meet-with-provincial-ministers-at-annual-amo-conference/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-whos-filed-nomination-papers-for-the-2026-municipal-election-in-thunder-bay-ont/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 22:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-whos-filed-nomination-papers-for-the-2026-municipal-election-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-21/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-21/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/food-security-program-in-thunder-bay-ont-celebrates-100000th-box-of-fresh-produce/Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/food-security-program-in-thunder-bay-ont-celebrates-100000th-box-of-fresh-produce/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/amid-2nd-evacuation-this-summer-neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-ontario-feds-to-act/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/amid-2nd-evacuation-this-summer-neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-ontario-feds-to-act/ THUNDER BAY — For a growing number of Thunder Bay residents and business owners, homelessness is no longer viewed only as a housing or social-services issue. It has become intertwined with concerns about property theft, shoplifting, discarded needles and garbage, open drug and alcohol use, aggressive behaviour, panhandling, encampments along waterways and whether people feel comfortable using t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-homelessness-and-public-safety-crisis-what-can-actually-be-done/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-homelessness-and-public-safety-crisis-what-can-actually-be-done/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wsib-cuts-more-than-200-jobs-across-northern-ontario/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wsib-cuts-more-than-200-jobs-across-northern-ontario/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service has added a dedicated ballistics laboratory to its Forensic Identification Unit, giving investigators the ability to conduct firearms testing and recover ballistic evidence locally.
Police say the new facility is designed to improve the speed and efficiency of firearms-related investigations by reducing reliance on outside testing locations and giving trained forensic o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-add-ballistics-lab-to-forensic-identification-unit/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-add-ballistics-lab-to-forensic-identification-unit/ OTTAWA — The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association says it is leaving the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference with a major infrastructure funding commitment, progress on transportation and planning reform, and stronger ties with provincial and federal decision-makers.
NOMA, which represents 37 member municipalities, says the most significant outcome was a $1-billion infrastruc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/noma-leaves-amo-2026-with-a-1-billion-infrastructure-win-and-progress-on-key-northern-priorities/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/noma-leaves-amo-2026-with-a-1-billion-infrastructure-win-and-progress-on-key-northern-priorities/ THUNDER BAY — Brayden Bushby, convicted of manslaughter in the death of Barbara Kentner after throwing a trailer hitch at her from a moving vehicle in Thunder Bay, has been granted full parole, a decision Nishnawbe Aski Nation and Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation are condemning as a profound failure of justice.
The Parole Board of Canada granted Bushby full parole effective Aug. 13, 2026. The deci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brayden-bushby-granted-full-parole-in-barbara-kentner-case-drawing-anger-from-first-nations-leaders/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brayden-bushby-granted-full-parole-in-barbara-kentner-case-drawing-anger-from-first-nations-leaders/ SPRINGFIELD, Man. — The PGA TOUR Americas season resumes Thursday at the Manitoba Open, with five events remaining and a crowded points race determining which players will earn Korn Ferry Tour membership for 2027.
The Aug. 20-23 tournament will be played at Elmhurst Golf & Country Club in Springfield, Man., marking the first time the Donald Ross-designed course has hosted the Manitoba Open since 1999.
The]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/manitoba-open-begins-at-elmhurst-as-pga-tour-americas-players-chase-korn-ferry-tour-spots/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/manitoba-open-begins-at-elmhurst-as-pga-tour-americas-players-chase-korn-ferry-tour-spots/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-20/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-20/ NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO — Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services is reporting one new wildland fire in the Northeast Fire Region as of the evening of Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026.
There are now 42 active wildland fires across the Northeast Region. Most are being observed, while one new North Bay-area fire remains not under control.
For residents and travellers across Northern Ontario, changing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2026-northeast-district-wildfire-update-42-active-fires-new-north-bay-fire-reported/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2026-northeast-district-wildfire-update-42-active-fires-new-north-bay-fire-reported/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-unveil-new-ballistics-lab/Thu, 20 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-unveil-new-ballistics-lab/ Thunder Bay – NEWS – A Thunder Bay Police Service Major Crime Unit investigation has resulted in charges.
On August 15, 2026, officers with the Primary Response Unit attended a business on Dawson Road in response to reports of an assault.
A search of the area led to an injured individual being located and transported to a local hospital for treatment.
The Major Crime Unit became involved in the investigation.
On August]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dawson-road-stabbing-results-in-two-charged-with-manslaughter/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 23:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dawson-road-stabbing-results-in-two-charged-with-manslaughter/ Throughout more than 30 years in finance and organizational leadership, Lisa Doverspike has found that organizational success depends on far more than the quality of a few executive decisions. While leaders are responsible for many of an organization’s most significant choices, their broader responsibility is shaping an environment where sound judgment is exercised consistently at every level.
Orga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lisa-doverspike-on-shaping-the-conditions-that-support-sound-judgment/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lisa-doverspike-on-shaping-the-conditions-that-support-sound-judgment/ Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brian-baldari-of-resilexec-coaching-opens-five-complimentary-program-seats-for-leaders-whose-advancement-stalled-after-a-restructuring/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/brian-baldari-of-resilexec-coaching-opens-five-complimentary-program-seats-for-leaders-whose-advancement-stalled-after-a-restructuring/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-know-as-burn-bans-evacuation-orders-are-set-to-be-lifted-in-northern-ontario/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-know-as-burn-bans-evacuation-orders-are-set-to-be-lifted-in-northern-ontario/ I was born James Ralph Mauro on 17 December 1960 at St. Joe’s Hospital to James and Doreen Mauro (Siciliano) of Crown St. in Thunder Bay. Welcoming me home were my older siblings Richard, Jamie Ann & Bill.
The home was small but full of love and while I was only]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-last-post-james-cheech-mauro/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-last-post-james-cheech-mauro/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-19/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-19/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shes-our-hero-dog-honoured-after-protecting-nipigon-ont-family-from-black-bear-last-fall/Wed, 19 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shes-our-hero-dog-honoured-after-protecting-nipigon-ont-family-from-black-bear-last-fall/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/man-convicted-in-womans-2017-trailer-hitch-death-in-thunder-bay-ont-granted-full-parole/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/man-convicted-in-womans-2017-trailer-hitch-death-in-thunder-bay-ont-granted-full-parole/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/man-convicted-in-2017-trailer-hitch-death-in-thunder-bay-ont-granted-full-parole/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 20:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/man-convicted-in-2017-trailer-hitch-death-in-thunder-bay-ont-granted-full-parole/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-18/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-18/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-northwestern-ontario-wait-to-hear-if-they-can-go-home-with-lots-of-prep-work-ahead/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-northwestern-ontario-wait-to-hear-if-they-can-go-home-with-lots-of-prep-work-ahead/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-city-council-enters-lame-duck-period-next-week-ahead-of-fall-election/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-city-council-enters-lame-duck-period-next-week-ahead-of-fall-election/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-in-northwestern-ontario-microburst-at-manitobas-caddy-lake-in-july-confirmed/Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-in-northwestern-ontario-microburst-at-manitobas-caddy-lake-in-july-confirmed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-17/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-17/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-tap-dancer-takes-her-talent-to-prague/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-tap-dancer-takes-her-talent-to-prague/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-health-unit-takes-owner-of-seniors-apartment-to-court/Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-health-unit-takes-owner-of-seniors-apartment-to-court/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-16/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 16:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-16/ THUNDER BAY, Ont. — A 26-year-old Thunder Bay man has been charged with assault with a weapon following a police investigation into a reported stabbing at a Cumberland Street-area business earlier this month.
Thunder Bay Police Service says the victim was taken to hospital with injuries described as non-life-threatening. The accused later turned himself in to police and has since been released from custody pending a fut]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-26-year-old-man-after-a-reported-stabbing-near-cumberland-street/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-26-year-old-man-after-a-reported-stabbing-near-cumberland-street/ WEBEQUIE FIRST NATION, Ont. — Two Webequie First Nation residents are facing drug-trafficking charges after Nishnawbe Aski Police Service officers searched a home and seized suspected crack cocaine, cash and items police say were consistent with drug trafficking.
The arrests stem from a July investigation into suspected drug trafficking in the community. Police have not disclosed the quantity or estima]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-after-crack-cocaine-seized-in-webequie-first-nation/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-after-crack-cocaine-seized-in-webequie-first-nation/ THUNDER BAY, Ont. — Northwestern Ontario municipal leaders are in Ottawa as the 2026 Association of Municipalities of Ontario conference opens Sunday, Aug. 16, with highways, housing, forestry, workforce shortages and critical minerals among the region’s major advocacy priorities.
The Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association says its delegation will use the Aug. 16-19 conference to press provincial ministers, federal]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/noma-takes-highway-housing-forestry-workforce-and-mining-priorities-to-amo-2026-in-ottawa/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/noma-takes-highway-housing-forestry-workforce-and-mining-priorities-to-amo-2026-in-ottawa/ EABAMETOONG FIRST NATION, Ont. — Two people, including a 17-year-old, have been charged with attempted murder following a serious assault in Eabametoong First Nation that left a woman with injuries police believe were life-threatening.
The Nishnawbe Aski Police Service says officers were called Thursday, Aug. 13, after an adult woman was brought to the community nursing station with injuries consis]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-serious-assault-in-eabametoong-first-nation/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-with-attempted-murder-after-serious-assault-in-eabametoong-first-nation/ Africa is one of the clearest beneficiaries of this]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-return-of-long-haul-luxury-travel-why-africa-is-back-on-the-bucket-list/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 15:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-return-of-long-haul-luxury-travel-why-africa-is-back-on-the-bucket-list/ For many long-term crypto holders, spending digital assets has always involved a difficult decision.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/coinrabbit-and-bitrefill-partner-to-make-crypto-more-usable-without-selling-assets/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 14:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/coinrabbit-and-bitrefill-partner-to-make-crypto-more-usable-without-selling-assets/ THUNDER BAY — New Ontario bail measures take effect Monday, Aug. 17, requiring full payment of certain financial security amounts ordered in connection with an accused person’s release, while giving the province stronger tools to recover forfeited bail money.
The Ford government says the changes are intended to improve compliance and accountability for people released on bail. The measures will apply across]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-new-bail-security-rules-take-effect-aug-17-as-civil-liberties-groups-plan-a-court-challenge/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-new-bail-security-rules-take-effect-aug-17-as-civil-liberties-groups-plan-a-court-challenge/ THUNDER BAY — A Thunder Bay Police Service drug-trafficking investigation has resulted in three arrests and the seizure of more than 700 grams of suspected cocaine, more than 56 grams of suspected fentanyl and a handgun.
Police estimate the street value of the suspected drugs at more than $100,000. The investigation is significant for Thunder Bay because it involves both alleged high-volume drug traf]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seize-suspected-cocaine-fentanyl-and-a-handgun-in-ray-boulevard-drug-probe/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seize-suspected-cocaine-fentanyl-and-a-handgun-in-ray-boulevard-drug-probe/ THUNDER BAY — No new wildland fires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario by the evening of Saturday, Aug. 15, but 85 fires remained active across the Northwest Fire Region, including seven classified as not under control.
Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported cooler conditions and the possibility of rain across major fire-affected areas, helping crews working on the massive Rinker Lake Complex and the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/85-wildfires-remain-active-in-northwest-ontario-as-crews-make-progress-on-major-fire-complexes/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/85-wildfires-remain-active-in-northwest-ontario-as-crews-make-progress-on-major-fire-complexes/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario fire officials confirmed eight new wildland fires in the Northeast Fire Region on Saturday, Aug. 15, with three of the new fires listed as not under control by the evening update.
As of 7:15 p.m. EDT, there were 47 active wildland fires across the Northeast Region. Four were not under control, two were being held, three were under control and 38 were being observed, according to Ontario’s Aviation, Fores]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-ontario-wildfire-update-eight-new-fires-confirmed-three-not-under-control/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 12:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-ontario-wildfire-update-eight-new-fires-confirmed-three-not-under-control/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-businesses-urge-local-support-amid-construction/Sun, 16 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-businesses-urge-local-support-amid-construction/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-15/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 17:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-15/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-ontario-farm-uses-bees-for-relaxation-therapy-is-it-a-buzzkill-for-stress/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-ontario-farm-uses-bees-for-relaxation-therapy-is-it-a-buzzkill-for-stress/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-communites-work-to-contain-invasive-plant-as-it-spreads/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-communites-work-to-contain-invasive-plant-as-it-spreads/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/considering-climate-change-impacts-and-solutions-around-thunder-bay/Sat, 15 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/considering-climate-change-impacts-and-solutions-around-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fairs-festivals-and-fundraisers-many-things-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-from-aug-15-16/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fairs-festivals-and-fundraisers-many-things-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-from-aug-15-16/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-than-800-people-remain-displaced-by-wildfires-in-northwestern-ontario/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 19:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-than-800-people-remain-displaced-by-wildfires-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-14/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-14/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-have-hired-security-to-deal-with-drug-traffickers/Fri, 14 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-have-hired-security-to-deal-with-drug-traffickers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/krista-scharf-to-join-team-despins-as-skip-for-2026-to-2027-season/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 21:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/krista-scharf-to-join-team-despins-as-skip-for-2026-to-2027-season/ TORONTO — Ontario has changed eligibility rules for its two main social assistance programs, immediately excluding people who are not legally authorized to remain in Canada and people in Canada on a temporary basis, including many students, workers, visitors and tourists.
The Ford government says the changes to Ontario Works and the Ontario Disability Support Program are intended to protect publ]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-changes-ow-and-odsp-eligibility-rules-for-temporary-residents-and-people-without-legal-status/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-changes-ow-and-odsp-eligibility-rules-for-temporary-residents-and-people-without-legal-status/ When a business sends an agreement for approval, using pdfFiller’s e-signature tool can keep signing inside]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-keep-e-signed-business-documents-secure-from-sending-to-storage/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-keep-e-signed-business-documents-secure-from-sending-to-storage/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay is heading into a pleasant stretch of mid-August weather from Thursday through Saturday, with daytime temperatures staying in the low to mid-20s. Thursday and Friday will offer the warmest and sunniest conditions, while Saturday brings a little more cloud and a cooler high of 23°C.
For boaters, anglers and sailors, Western Lake Superior]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-forecast-for-august-13-15-2026-including-western-lake-superior-marine-weather/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-forecast-for-august-13-15-2026-including-western-lake-superior-marine-weather/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – A pleasant late-summer Thursday is shaping up across Northwestern Ontario, with sunshine and daytime temperatures in the low to mid-20s from Kenora and Fort Frances eastward through Dryden, Sioux Lookout and Nipigon.
Friday remains warm and generally dry, but the weather pattern changes Friday nig]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-13-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-and-warm-through-friday-showers-return-saturday/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-13-2026-northwestern-ontario-weather-sunny-and-warm-through-friday-showers-return-saturday/ NORTHERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Communities across Ontario’s Far North are waking up to a cool, damp and generally cloudy Thursday morning. The August 13 forecast includes scattered showers and an afternoon thunderstorm risk for several inland communities, while Fort Severn and Attawapiskat will remai]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-13-2026-far-northern-ontario-weather-thunderstorm-risk-today-warmer-friday-before-clouds-return/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-13-2026-far-northern-ontario-weather-thunderstorm-risk-today-warmer-friday-before-clouds-return/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-13/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-13/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-residents-rally-to-halt-loss-of-green-space-as-city-eyes-hundreds-of-housing-units/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-residents-rally-to-halt-loss-of-green-space-as-city-eyes-hundreds-of-housing-units/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dragons-of-hope-breast-cancer-survivors-from-thunder-bay-take-their-paddles-to-france/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dragons-of-hope-breast-cancer-survivors-from-thunder-bay-take-their-paddles-to-france/ THUNDER BAY — A Thunder Bay Police Service drug trafficking investigation has resulted in charges against a 44-year-old Thunder Bay man after officers searched a Limbrick Street residence and seized suspected methamphetamine, cocaine and fentanyl.
Police estimate the street value of the suspected drugs at approximately $36,500 and say information provided by members of the community played an important role in advancing the investigation.
Search Warrant Execu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-lay-drug-trafficking-charges-after-limbrick-street-raid/Thu, 13 Aug 2026 03:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-lay-drug-trafficking-charges-after-limbrick-street-raid/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cheese-gravy-and-the-stanley-cup-thunder-bay-restaurant-owner-recounts-visit-from-jordan-staal/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cheese-gravy-and-the-stanley-cup-thunder-bay-restaurant-owner-recounts-visit-from-jordan-staal/ In more recent times, the sensation-monetizing business model of the American broadcast industry is morphing Trudeau’s even-tempered beast toward playing the role of a body in Virgil&rsquo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-canada-and-canadians-should-toss-mainstream-americans-a-liberty-lifeline/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-canada-and-canadians-should-toss-mainstream-americans-a-liberty-lifeline/ THUNDER BAY — Canada–U.S. tariff negotiations, Northwestern Ontario’s continuing wildfire emergency and renewed disruption to Middle East shipping are leading the news agenda Wednesday, Aug. 12.
For NetNewsLedger readers, the connections are immediate. The Aug. 19 U.S. tariff deadline could affect export-dependent northern industries, rising oil prices can feed into trucking and aviat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-12-2026-the-top-international-national-regional-and-thunder-bay-news-to-know/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-12-2026-the-top-international-national-regional-and-thunder-bay-news-to-know/ Beginners therefore need more than a record of how often they were right. The following five metrics reveal whether a strategy’s profits, losses and overall risk are sustainable.
Average Win-to-Loss Ratio
Average win shows how much your profitable trades typically earn, while]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/5-trading-metrics-every-beginner-should-track-beyond-win-rate/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/5-trading-metrics-every-beginner-should-track-beyond-win-rate/ THUNDER BAY — Five new wildland fires were confirmed across Northwestern Ontario by early Tuesday evening, Aug. 11, as firefighters continued suppression work on major incidents in the Rinker Lake and Atikokan areas.
Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services report 110 active wildland fires in the Northwest Fire Region as of 6 p.m. CDT. Eleven were not under control, while evacuation orders an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/five-new-fires-bring-northwestern-ontario-to-110-active-wildfires-as-major-complexes-remain-uncontrolled/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/five-new-fires-bring-northwestern-ontario-to-110-active-wildfires-as-major-complexes-remain-uncontrolled/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-12/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-12/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shortage-of-hotel-rooms-during-wildfire-season-creates-challenges-for-medical-travellers-to-thunder-bay/Wed, 12 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shortage-of-hotel-rooms-during-wildfire-season-creates-challenges-for-medical-travellers-to-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-ministers-provide-update-as-northern-ontario-wildfires-burn/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 16:25:22 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-ministers-provide-update-as-northern-ontario-wildfires-burn/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-11/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-11/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-is-too-far-gone-thunder-bay-ont-woman-in-alcohol-addiction-recovery-calls-for-more-resources/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-is-too-far-gone-thunder-bay-ont-woman-in-alcohol-addiction-recovery-calls-for-more-resources/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-tornado-severe-thunderstorm-warning-system-will-help-cut-down-on-alert-fatigue/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-tornado-severe-thunderstorm-warning-system-will-help-cut-down-on-alert-fatigue/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/environment-canadas-updated-tornado-severe-thunderstorm-warning-system-aims-to-target-specific-areas/Tue, 11 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/environment-canadas-updated-tornado-severe-thunderstorm-warning-system-aims-to-target-specific-areas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-8-homicides-so-far-this-year-isolated-incidents-deputy-police-chief/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 20:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-8-homicides-so-far-this-year-isolated-incidents-deputy-police-chief/ Prepare for Administrative Delays
Registering with the Ministry of Interior, opening a bank account, and setti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-challenges-should-you-expect-when-moving-to-israel/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 15:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-challenges-should-you-expect-when-moving-to-israel/ THUNDER BAY — Canada-U.S. trade negotiations, uncertainty over reopening the Strait of Hormuz and an intense wildfire season at home and across Canada are driving the news agenda on Monday, Aug. 10.
For Northwestern Ontario, these are not distant stories. The tariff dispute could affect forestry, mining, manufacturing and cross-border transportation; developments in the Middle East can move fuel and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-10-2026-the-top-news-netnewsledger-readers-need-to-know/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-10-2026-the-top-news-netnewsledger-readers-need-to-know/ SUNRISE, Fla. — PBR TEAMS — Ladies and gentlemen, hang onto your hats — the Nashville Stampede are on one serious ride.
Nashville rolled through Freedom Days in Sunrise, Fla., with a perfect 3-0 weekend and stretched its winning streak to seven straight games Sunday, Aug. 9, tightening its grip on first place in the PBR Teams standings.
The Stampede improved to 7-1 on the season after overpowering the]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nashville-stampede-win-seventh-straight-as-pbr-teams-standings-tighten-after-freedom-days/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nashville-stampede-win-seventh-straight-as-pbr-teams-standings-tighten-after-freedom-days/ THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – Northwestern Ontario entered Aug. 10 with 112 active wildland fires after three new fires were confirmed Sunday, while hundreds of firefighters and support personnel continue working on some of the largest fires in the region.
According to Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services update issued at 6 p.m. CDT on Aug. 9, 12 fires w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/112-active-fires-across-northwestern-ontario-as-major-complexes-remain-uncontrolled/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/112-active-fires-across-northwestern-ontario-as-major-complexes-remain-uncontrolled/ THUNDER BAY — A 32-year-old Thunder Bay resident is facing assault and obstruction charges following a July 31 incident in the Donald Street East area.
Thunder Bay Police Service says one person suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment. The case remains before the courts, and the allegations have not been proven.
Police Locate Suspect Following Area Search
Officers with the T]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-resident-charged-following-donald-street-east-assault-investigation/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-resident-charged-following-donald-street-east-assault-investigation/ At tonybet, the action sequence should be checked in the game information]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/split-aces-in-blackjack-why-does-one-extra-card-often-end-each-hand/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/split-aces-in-blackjack-why-does-one-extra-card-often-end-each-hand/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-10/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-10/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/years-long-cockroach-infestation-prompts-sudbury-ont-tenant-to-petition-others-to-have-building-fumigated/Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/years-long-cockroach-infestation-prompts-sudbury-ont-tenant-to-petition-others-to-have-building-fumigated/ THUNDER BAY — A 43-year-old Thunder Bay man has been remanded into custody after a Thunder Bay Police Service investigation that began with a reported theft in the Pine Street area.
Police say members of the Primary Response Unit were dispatched to the area on July 26 after receiving a call for service. The person police were seeking had left before officers arrived, but a search of the surrou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-investigation-leads-to-robbery-forcible-entry-and-other-charges/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-investigation-leads-to-robbery-forcible-entry-and-other-charges/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-9/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 15:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-9/ So I didn’t really have time to overthink tools or workflows. 
I just needed something that could get me from idea to a usable brand identity as quickly as possible.
That’s when I ended up with two option]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/zawavs-looka-which-ai-logo-amp-branding-tool-is-best-for-small-businesses/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/zawavs-looka-which-ai-logo-amp-branding-tool-is-best-for-small-businesses/ This piece breaks down why that multi-platform pattern actually matters.
Why One Award Rarely Tells the Full St]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-multiple-industry-platforms-recognize-tekrevol-for-mobile-app-development/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-multiple-industry-platforms-recognize-tekrevol-for-mobile-app-development/ SUNRISE, Fla. — Folks, Nashville is on a roll, and right now nobody in PBR Teams has been able to throw the Stampede off stride.
The Nashville Stampede ran its winning streak to six straight Saturday night at Amerant Bank Arena, riding three bulls and putting away the Texas Rattlers 259.45-89.15 on Night 2 of the 2026 PBR Teams Freedom Days.
Meanwhile, the hometown Florida Freedom gave their fans a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nashville-stampede-keeps-bucking-six-straight-wins-as-pbr-teams-thunder-through-florida/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 14:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nashville-stampede-keeps-bucking-six-straight-wins-as-pbr-teams-thunder-through-florida/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-three-thunder-bay-based-artists-are-thinking-about-land-and-climate-change/Sun, 09 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-three-thunder-bay-based-artists-are-thinking-about-land-and-climate-change/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-8/Sat, 08 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-8/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tennyson-king-talks-new-album-learning-new-instruments-and-reconnecting-with-culture/Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tennyson-king-talks-new-album-learning-new-instruments-and-reconnecting-with-culture/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/giant-colon-exhibit-aims-to-bring-awareness-to-colon-cancer-prevention-and-screening-measures/Sat, 08 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/giant-colon-exhibit-aims-to-bring-awareness-to-colon-cancer-prevention-and-screening-measures/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kiashke-zaaging-anishinaabek-vehemently-opposes-ontario-ending-wildfire-implementation-evacuation-orders/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 23:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kiashke-zaaging-anishinaabek-vehemently-opposes-ontario-ending-wildfire-implementation-evacuation-orders/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/6-charged-300k-in-illicit-drugs-seized-during-thunder-bay-police-investigation/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/6-charged-300k-in-illicit-drugs-seized-during-thunder-bay-police-investigation/ Environment Canada is forecasting highs of 24°C Friday and Saturday before temperatures ease slightly to 23°C Sunday. Saturday will turn breezier, while Sunday currently offers the most promising evening weather for the CLE’s closing-night entertainment a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-thunder-bay-weekend-weather-brings-shower-risk-as-cle-entertainment-takes-centre-stage/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-thunder-bay-weekend-weather-brings-shower-risk-as-cle-entertainment-takes-centre-stage/ NORTHWESTERN ONTARIO – WEATHER – Northwestern Ontario is settling into a cooler and more unsettled pattern for Friday through Sunday. Kenora, Red Lake, Dryden, Vermilion Bay, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout and Armstrong will all see daytime temperatures generally between 19°C and 23°C, with recurring chances for showers.
Saturday appears]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-cooler-breezy-and-unsettled-weekend-ahead-for-northwestern-ontario/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-cooler-breezy-and-unsettled-weekend-ahead-for-northwestern-ontario/ FAR NORTH ONTARIO – WEATHER – An unsettled weather pattern will dominate much of Far North Ontario through the weekend, bringing showers, occasional thunderstorms and gusty west winds from Sandy Lake eastward through Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Neskantaga, Marten Falls/Ogoki Post and Attawapiskat.
Friday and Saturday carry the greatest thunde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-showers-gusty-west-winds-and-thunderstorm-risk-across-far-north-ontario/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-7-2026-showers-gusty-west-winds-and-thunderstorm-risk-across-far-north-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-7/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-aug-7/ This article is designed to simplify that decision. It will help you understand
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➔ When a lower price is ju]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-a-low-hair-patch-price-in-delhi-a-red-flag-how-to-read-quality-signals/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-a-low-hair-patch-price-in-delhi-a-red-flag-how-to-read-quality-signals/ Why Pledged Loans]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/interest-rates-tenure-and-safety-what-to-check-before-pledging-assets/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 11:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/interest-rates-tenure-and-safety-what-to-check-before-pledging-assets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-month-long-field-hospital-expands-basic-veterinary-care-in-thunder-bay-ont-and-surrounding-areas/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-month-long-field-hospital-expands-basic-veterinary-care-in-thunder-bay-ont-and-surrounding-areas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jordan-staal-brings-stanley-cup-to-thunder-bay-this-weekend/Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/jordan-staal-brings-stanley-cup-to-thunder-bay-this-weekend/ For generations, our ancestors carefully maintained these forests through stewardship practices that promoted balance and resilience. Current provincial laws and policies have restricted our ways, limiting our ability to care for]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/statement-on-wildfires-in-northern-ontario-by-chief-russell-wesley-cat-lake-first-nation/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/statement-on-wildfires-in-northern-ontario-by-chief-russell-wesley-cat-lake-first-nation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sewage-leak-forces-another-evacuation-of-neskantaga-first-nation/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 18:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sewage-leak-forces-another-evacuation-of-neskantaga-first-nation/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to 1,081 calls for service from July 19 to 25, including reports involving unwanted persons, motor vehicle collisions, intimate partner violence and assaults.
The service’s Communications Centre handled 5,034 telephone calls during the seven-day period. Of those, 2,127 were made directly to 911, representing about 42 per cent of all calls received.
Unwa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-responded-to-1081-calls-for-service-from-july-19-to-25/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-responded-to-1081-calls-for-service-from-july-19-to-25/ THUNDER BAY — Diplomatic efforts surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, attacks on civilians in Ukraine, major Canadian housing and trade developments and Northwestern Ontario’s continuing wildfire emergency lead the news early Thursday.
Locally, residents are watching the unresolved situation at Vickers Manor, expanding First Nations participation in Thunder Bay’s hospitality sector a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-news-netnewsledger-readers-need-to-know-for-thursday-aug-6/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-news-netnewsledger-readers-need-to-know-for-thursday-aug-6/ As of 6:16 p.m. CDT, there were 114 active wildland fires across the region. Of those fires, 17 were not under control, 10 were being held, three were under control and 84 were being observed.
A Restricted Fire Zone remains in effect across the Northwest Region and a small]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-wildfire-report-114-active-fires-three-new-starts-confirmed/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-wildfire-report-114-active-fires-three-new-starts-confirmed/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Thunder Bay is heading into three busy days at the Canadian Lakehead Exhibition with warm temperatures, periods of sunshine and several chances for showers. Thursday offers the best overall weather for the midway, while Friday and Saturday carry a greater risk of passing rain.
The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition runs from noon until midnight t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-6-2026-sunshine-gusty-winds-and-shower-chances-for-thunder-bays-cle-weekend/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/august-6-2026-sunshine-gusty-winds-and-shower-chances-for-thunder-bays-cle-weekend/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-6/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-aug-6/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfires-accounted-for-highest-area-burned-in-recent-history-says-uk-study-of-canadian-weather/Thu, 06 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfires-accounted-for-highest-area-burned-in-recent-history-says-uk-study-of-canadian-weather/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-5/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-aug-5/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-first-nation-in-ontario-cautions-against-premature-optimism-over-wildfire-threats/Wed, 05 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-first-nation-in-ontario-cautions-against-premature-optimism-over-wildfire-threats/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/special-thunder-bay-ont-city-council-meeting-about-vickers-manor-cancelled/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 21:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/special-thunder-bay-ont-city-council-meeting-about-vickers-manor-cancelled/ KENORA — Showers, mainly cloudy skies and gusty west winds will affect much of Northwestern Ontario on Tuesday, Aug. 4. Conditions improve Wednesday as temperatures rise, although showers could return to parts of the region by Thursday.
The forecast matters for motorists, boaters, aviation services and outdoor workers, with Tuesday’s gusts reaching 40 to 50 km/h in several communities. All forecas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-tuesday-gives-way-to-warmer-sunshine/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-weather-gusty-tuesday-gives-way-to-warmer-sunshine/ THUNDER BAY – Thunder Bay begins Tuesday with mostly cloudy skies, strong west-northwest winds and a chance of additional showers. Conditions are expected to improve Tuesday evening, followed by sunshine and seasonable temperatures through Thursday.
At 8:34 a.m. EDT Tuesday, Aug. 4, the temperature at Thunder Bay Airport was 16.8 C. The humidity was 84 per cent, with west-northwest winds at 24 km/h and gusts reaching 47 km/h]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-sees-gusty-winds-and-showers-tuesday-before-sunshine-returns-wednesday-and-thursday/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-sees-gusty-winds-and-showers-tuesday-before-sunshine-returns-wednesday-and-thursday/ Known for her unique musical style, engaging stage presence, and passion for connecting with audiences, Stephenie Levanto brings an unforgettable evening of original music and live performa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-performer-stephenie-levanto-announces-special-live-performance-at-the-paramount-theatre/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/local-performer-stephenie-levanto-announces-special-live-performance-at-the-paramount-theatre/ Unsettled weather will affect several northern communities Tuesday, Aug. 4, with showers, gusty winds and isolated thunderstorms possible. Conditions generally improve Wednesday before rain chances return in some areas Thursday. The changing weather may affect flights, boat travel and outdoor work across the region.
Three-Day Northern Ontario Forecast
Sachigo Lake
Tuesday: Cloudy and breezy with a couple of]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/showers-gusty-winds-open-three-day-weather-outlook-for-ontarios-far-north/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/showers-gusty-winds-open-three-day-weather-outlook-for-ontarios-far-north/ HDFC ERGO highlights that health cover should not remain fixed while life circumstances change. A regular review can help policyholders understand whether the sum insured, benefits and conditions still]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hdfc-ergo-highlights-the-importance-of-reviewing-health-cover-regularly/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hdfc-ergo-highlights-the-importance-of-reviewing-health-cover-regularly/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-shani-brooks-defines-success-beyond-winning-cases/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-shani-brooks-defines-success-beyond-winning-cases/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-4/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-aug-4/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/copper-wire-theft-spiking-nationally-and-across-northeastern-ontario-but-not-in-sudbury/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/copper-wire-theft-spiking-nationally-and-across-northeastern-ontario-but-not-in-sudbury/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-families-seek-accountability-as-tenants-at-seniors-building-urged-to-leave/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-families-seek-accountability-as-tenants-at-seniors-building-urged-to-leave/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/when-good-people-wont-run-thunder-bays-thin-ballot-is-a-warning/Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/when-good-people-wont-run-thunder-bays-thin-ballot-is-a-warning/ THUNDER BAY — Municipal offices, government service counters, libraries, banks and the city landfill are among the services closed for the Civic Holiday on Monday, Aug. 3, while transit, some recreation facilities, shopping centres and many private businesses remain open.
Ontario’s Civic Holiday is widely observed, but it is not one of the province’s nine statutory public holidays under the Employment Standards Act.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-civic-holiday-guide-to-transit-shopping-recreation-mail-and-government-closures/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-civic-holiday-guide-to-transit-shopping-recreation-mail-and-government-closures/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 45 active wildland fires in the Northeast Fire Region as of 7 p.m. EDT on Sunday, Aug. 2.
Two new fires were confirmed during the day, including one near Lady Evelyn Lake that remained not under control. A 700-hectare fire in the Cochrane sector also continued to be monitored.
The Northeast Region report is]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-report-45-active-fires-in-northeast-region/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-report-45-active-fires-in-northeast-region/ Kenora Ontario Provincial Police said officers initially stopped the rider after observing alleged Highway Traffic Act offences. During the investigation, officers determined the man was impaired, according to police.
Rider Arrested Following Traffic Stop
The man was arrested and charged with impaired operation of a c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-charge-e-bike-rider-with-impaired-operation/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 21:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-charge-e-bike-rider-with-impaired-operation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-annual-south-core-roar-a-success-say-thunder-bay-ont-event-organizers/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-annual-south-core-roar-a-success-say-thunder-bay-ont-event-organizers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-3/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 16:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-aug-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-a-paramedic-i-responded-to-countless-overdoses-then-my-best-friend-died-from-one/Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-a-paramedic-i-responded-to-countless-overdoses-then-my-best-friend-died-from-one/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-2/Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-aug-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-residents-celebrate-the-waverley-librarys-75th-birthday/Sun, 02 Aug 2026 00:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-residents-celebrate-the-waverley-librarys-75th-birthday/ THUNDER BAY — A months-long investigation into the death of a man on Regent Street has resulted in a second-degree murder charge against a 65-year-old Thunder Bay man.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers arrested Anthony Frizzell at the Thunder Bay Jail on Thursday, July 30. Police announced the charge the following day.
The investigation began after officers responded to a 911 call concerning a sudden death on]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-65-year-old-man-with-second-degree-murder-after-a-regent-street-death/Sat, 01 Aug 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-65-year-old-man-with-second-degree-murder-after-a-regent-street-death/ THUNDER BAY — Sixteen new wildland fires were confirmed across Northwestern Ontario by the evening of Friday, July 31, while provincial, national and international crews continued suppression work on several large fire complexes.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 128 active fires in the Northwest Region as of 7:10 p.m. CDT. Thirty-three were not under control, seven were being]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-16-new-fires-confirmed-as-128-remain-active/Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-16-new-fires-confirmed-as-128-remain-active/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-1/Sat, 01 Aug 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-aug-1/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/things-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-on-the-august-long-weekend-aug-1-3/Sat, 01 Aug 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/things-to-do-in-thunder-bay-ont-on-the-august-long-weekend-aug-1-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aboriginal-to-indigenous-leaders-advocates-reflect-on-decades-of-state-linguistic-changes/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 19:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/aboriginal-to-indigenous-leaders-advocates-reflect-on-decades-of-state-linguistic-changes/ Officers with the Primary Response Unit responded to a call for service regarding an assault in the Cumming Street area on the evening of July 18, 2026, around 11:00 PM.
On scene a deceased individual was located.
As the investigation progressed, further information emerged which led to the withdrawal of all 2nd Degree Murder charges.
The decease]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/murder-charges-withdrawn-in-cummings-street-incident/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/murder-charges-withdrawn-in-cummings-street-incident/ The most urgent concern is in Sachigo Lake, where Environment Canada issued a yellow severe thunderstorm warning early this morning. Sandy Lake remains under a yellow heat warning. Residents should continue checking official alerts because thunderstorm warnings can be issue]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-first-nation-weather-forecast-for-sachigo-lake-sandy-lake-neskantaga-marten-fallsogoki-and-kibig-trout-lake/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-first-nation-weather-forecast-for-sachigo-lake-sandy-lake-neskantaga-marten-fallsogoki-and-kibig-trout-lake/ Most small teams end up weighing the same three options: build everything manually, use a generic prompt-to-video tool, or use a w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-ai-ad-generator-for-shopify-skincare-sellers-testing-tiktok-ugc-variations/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-ai-ad-generator-for-shopify-skincare-sellers-testing-tiktok-ugc-variations/ (MARATHON, ON) – Marathon Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating a single motor vehicle collision involving a motorcycle on Highway 17.
On July 30th, 2026, shortly before 2:00 p.m. ET Marathon OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 17 at the Steel River Bridge approximately 25km east of Terrace Bay. As a result of the collision a 31-year-old male from British Columbia was transported to hospital and is in critica]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/marathon-opp-investigating-motorcycle-collision/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/marathon-opp-investigating-motorcycle-collision/ The weekend will begin noticeably cooler before sunshine and warmer temperatures return Sunday and Monday.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 9:00 a.m. EDT at the Thunder Bay observation station, the tempe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-31-2026-thunder-bay-faces-a-hot-humid-friday-with-afternoon-thunderstorm-risk/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-31-2026-thunder-bay-faces-a-hot-humid-friday-with-afternoon-thunderstorm-risk/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – A northwesterly flow is bringing less humid air into many western communities, although daytime temperatures will still reach the middle to upper 20s. Environment Canada has heat warnings in effect Friday for the Kenora–Grassy Narrows–Whitedog, Dryden–Vermilion Bay and Armstrong–Auden–Wabakimi Park regions.
Th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-31-2026-sunshine-heat-warnings-and-a-warm-long-weekend-across-northwestern-ontario/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-31-2026-sunshine-heat-warnings-and-a-warm-long-weekend-across-northwestern-ontario/ NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO – Six new wildland fires have been confirmed in the Northeast Fire Region since the previous evening’s update, including five detected Thursday, July 30.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 45 active fires across the region as of 6 p.m. EDT. Nine were not under control, two were being held, one was under control and 33 were being observed.
The update comes as provincial officials re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-new-sudbury-area-fires-bring-the-northeast-region-total-to-45-active-wildland-fires/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-new-sudbury-area-fires-bring-the-northeast-region-total-to-45-active-wildland-fires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pawnbet-casino-and-french-roulette-call-bets-on-the-racetrack-layout/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 15:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/pawnbet-casino-and-french-roulette-call-bets-on-the-racetrack-layout/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-youth-athletes-faced-tragedy-and-loss-james-smith-cree-nation-offered-them-sports-as-a-lifeline/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-youth-athletes-faced-tragedy-and-loss-james-smith-cree-nation-offered-them-sports-as-a-lifeline/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-july-31/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-july-31/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-residents-advised-to-be-cautious-this-august-long-weekend/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-residents-advised-to-be-cautious-this-august-long-weekend/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-as-ontario-defends-wildfire-response/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-as-ontario-defends-wildfire-response/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/data-centre-proposal-in-sault-ste-marie-ont-met-with-opposition/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/data-centre-proposal-in-sault-ste-marie-ont-met-with-opposition/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/could-your-home-survive-a-wildfire-how-to-firesmart-your-property/Fri, 31 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/could-your-home-survive-a-wildfire-how-to-firesmart-your-property/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-official-costco-applies-for-building-permit-for-new-thunder-bay-ont-store/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-official-costco-applies-for-building-permit-for-new-thunder-bay-ont-store/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-first-nations-leaders-criticize-provinces-wildfire-response/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 22:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-first-nations-leaders-criticize-provinces-wildfire-response/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-leaders-ontario-ndp-leader-respond-on-wildfires-call-for-public-inquiry/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-leaders-ontario-ndp-leader-respond-on-wildfires-call-for-public-inquiry/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-leaders-ontario-ndp-leader-respond-on-wildfires/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-leaders-ontario-ndp-leader-respond-on-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-warnings-heat-warnings-issued-in-northwestern-ontario/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-warnings-heat-warnings-issued-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-warnings-heat-warnings-in-northwestern-ontario/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-warnings-heat-warnings-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-july-30/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-july-30/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-provincial-police-ensures-residents-that-officers-are-patrolling-evacuated-northern-communities/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-provincial-police-ensures-residents-that-officers-are-patrolling-evacuated-northern-communities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-provincial-police-assures-residents-that-officers-are-patrolling-evacuated-northern-communities/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-provincial-police-assures-residents-that-officers-are-patrolling-evacuated-northern-communities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-hotel-to-be-built-at-thunder-bay-ont-airport-will-be-90-first-nations-owned/Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-hotel-to-be-built-at-thunder-bay-ont-airport-will-be-90-first-nations-owned/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-health-care-partners-urge-safe-disposal-of-medication-drug-equipment/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-ont-health-care-partners-urge-safe-disposal-of-medication-drug-equipment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/albertas-ryan-lindsay-is-in-it-for-the-long-haul/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/albertas-ryan-lindsay-is-in-it-for-the-long-haul/ The pair were last seen on Monday, July 27, 2026, near 1 Valhalla Inn Road. Police have not released information about their possible destination.
Description of Laura Waboose
Laura Waboose is described as five feet five inches tall and weighing approximately 200 pounds. She has medium-length, straight black hair.
She was last seen wearin]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seek-missing-woman-and-four-month-old-child/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seek-missing-woman-and-four-month-old-child/ THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – Eleven new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region by the evening of Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
With heat warnings and alerts in effect for much of the Northwest, it is going to assist ramping up the wildland fires. Winds will likely be a factor.
As of 6:21 p.m. CDT, Avi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-district-wildland-fire-update-11-new-fires-confirmed-122-active-across-the-region/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-district-wildland-fire-update-11-new-fires-confirmed-122-active-across-the-region/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-july-29/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-july-29/ NORTHEASTERN ONTARIO – WILDFIRE UPDATE – No new wildland fires were confirmed in Ontario’s Northeast Fire Region on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
As of 6:00 p.m. EDT, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported 35 active wildland fires across the region.
Of those fires:Two are being held
One is under control
32 are being observedNo fires were listed as not under control in the provincial update.
Reg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-wildland-fires-were-reported-in-ontarios-northeast-region-on-july-28-2026-with-35-active-fires/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-wildland-fires-were-reported-in-ontarios-northeast-region-on-july-28-2026-with-35-active-fires/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay is starting Wednesday with cool, damp conditions before temperatures climb into the upper 20s this afternoon.
A mix of sun and cloud is expected today, with scattered showers and a risk of thunderstorms developing later. Similar warm and unsettled weather will continue Thursday before a cooler, wetter day arrives Fri]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-29-2026-thunder-bay-faces-afternoon-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-29-2026-thunder-bay-faces-afternoon-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/ KENORA – WEATHER – Northwestern Ontario is entering another hot and humid day, with yellow heat warnings in effect for Kenora, Dryden and Vermilion Bay, Fort Frances, Sioux Lookout and Red Lake.
Temperatures will reach 30°C or 31°C in most communities today. Humidex values between 36 and 38 will make conditions feel even hotter, while scattered showers and thunderstorms may develop through ton]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/yellow-heat-warnings-cover-kenora-dryden-vermilion-bay-fort-frances-sioux-lookout-and-red-lake/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/yellow-heat-warnings-cover-kenora-dryden-vermilion-bay-fort-frances-sioux-lookout-and-red-lake/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK – Northern Ontario First Nations will experience warm and increasingly humid weather through Friday, with daytime temperatures generally reaching 27°C to 30°C.
Thunderstorms are possible around Sachigo Lake, Bearskin Lake, Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug and Sandy Lake today or tonight. Neskantaga faces its greatest thunderstorm risk Thursday, when the Hum]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-warning-is-in-effect-for-sandy-lake-as-sachigo-lake-neskantaga-ki-and-bearskin-lake-face-warm-weather-showers-and-thunderstorm-risks/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-warning-is-in-effect-for-sandy-lake-as-sachigo-lake-neskantaga-ki-and-bearskin-lake-face-warm-weather-showers-and-thunderstorm-risks/ Consider the implications of cryptocurrency integration in wagering activities. With low]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/exploring-towerbet-for-crypto-gambling-enthusiasts-and-players/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/exploring-towerbet-for-crypto-gambling-enthusiasts-and-players/ This is especially true for industrial networks. Their switches often sit untouched for years inside a cabinet nobody cares to open unless something breaks. Brands dealing in a Cisco industrial Ethernet switch portfolio don&r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lifecycle-planning-across-an-industrial-switch-portfolio-when-to-replace-vs-when-to-repair/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lifecycle-planning-across-an-industrial-switch-portfolio-when-to-replace-vs-when-to-repair/ Gary McGaghey has spent much of his career operating in this kind of environment. With senior]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/gary-mcgaghey-on-building-scalable-finance-functions-in-international-businesses/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 12:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/gary-mcgaghey-on-building-scalable-finance-functions-in-international-businesses/ TOKYO – Yanmar Holdings Co., Ltd. and Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. have signed a letter of intent to explore collaboration in the compact construction equipment business.
The agreement, signed July 23 and announced July 28, could eventually combine Yanmar’s compact equipment expertise with Hitachi Construction Machinery’s global sales, service and manufacturing network. For contractors, municipalities, mines]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/yanmar-and-hitachi-construction-machinery-explore-compact-equipment-partnership/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 11:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/yanmar-and-hitachi-construction-machinery-explore-compact-equipment-partnership/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/physical-donations-for-wildfire-evacuees-no-longer-accepted-in-thunder-bay-ont/Wed, 29 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/physical-donations-for-wildfire-evacuees-no-longer-accepted-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-program-on-the-verge-of-collapse-union/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-program-on-the-verge-of-collapse-union/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-big-difference-small-fire-departments-in-area-of-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-get-new-equipment/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-big-difference-small-fire-departments-in-area-of-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-get-new-equipment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sleeping-giant-brewing-company-brews-to-keep-flowing/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 22:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sleeping-giant-brewing-company-brews-to-keep-flowing/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-july-28/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-july-28/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/public-meeting-in-neebing-draws-residents-to-discussion-of-wildfire-safety-and-property-concerns/Tue, 28 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/public-meeting-in-neebing-draws-residents-to-discussion-of-wildfire-safety-and-property-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/globalmedic-distributes-fire-skids-to-help-fight-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-2/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/globalmedic-distributes-fire-skids-to-help-fight-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/globalmedic-distributes-fire-skids-to-help-fight-northwestern-ontario-wildfires/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/globalmedic-distributes-fire-skids-to-help-fight-northwestern-ontario-wildfires/ THUNDER BAY — Taking children to a playground, walking a dog or following one of Thunder Bay’s creek-side pathways should not require a constant scan for broken bottles and discarded syringes.
It also should not mean being on guard, especially with younger children to avoid intoxicated people.
Yet many residents describe doing exactly that.
Smashed alcohol bottles, open drinking and visible]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/walking-should-not-require-radar-a-practical-plan-for-safer-thunder-bay-public-spaces/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 14:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/walking-should-not-require-radar-a-practical-plan-for-safer-thunder-bay-public-spaces/ Thunder Bay – Weather – Thunder Bay begins Monday under damp and foggy conditions, with a yellow fog advisory in effect for the city and nearby areas along the Lake Superior shoreline. Light rain, complete humidity saturation and reduced visibility are creating a grey start to the day.
Environment Canada reports that dense fog moving inland from Lake Superior may produce near-]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-27-2026-fog-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk-for-thunder-bay/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:47:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-27-2026-fog-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk-for-thunder-bay/ The short version: keeping heat in and keeping smoke out are not the same job. Northern housing was optimized for the first one.
Why does smoke get into a house that handles minus 40 just fine?
Because insulation an]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winter-cold-summer-smoke-rethinking-cold-climate-home-renovation-in-the-north/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 12:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winter-cold-summer-smoke-rethinking-cold-climate-home-renovation-in-the-north/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-july-27-2/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-july-27-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-july-27/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-monday-july-27/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-province-to-communicate-better-amid-wildfire-emergency-2/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-province-to-communicate-better-amid-wildfire-emergency-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-province-to-communicate-better-amid-wildfire-emergency/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-calls-on-province-to-communicate-better-amid-wildfire-emergency/ 7:21 PM EDT Sunday 26 July 2026
Impact Level: Moderate
Forecast Confidence: HighAt 7:20 PM EDT, Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a severe thunderstorm capable of producing strong wind gusts, loonie to ping pong ball size hail and heavy rain.
Location: Over McCluskeys Corners Motion: Moving east at 50 km/h Hazards: Wind: strong (up to 90 km/h) Hail: loonie to ping pong ball size (2.5 to 4.5 cm) Locations in the Path: Rosslyn Village McCluskeys Cor]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-watch-for-thunder-bay-721-pm-edt/Mon, 27 Jul 2026 01:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-thunderstorm-watch-for-thunder-bay-721-pm-edt/ THUNDER BAY — Northwestern Ontario’s wildfire emergency remains the most important regional story Sunday as 130 fires continue burning, evacuation measures remain in place and crews from Ontario and Alberta work on several major fire complexes.
Nationally, Canada is preparing for another escalation in its trade dispute with the United States. Internationally, the Iran war has expanded toward the Red]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-news-for-july-26-2026-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-us-tariffs-and-widening-iran-war-lead-the-day/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 16:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-news-for-july-26-2026-northwestern-ontario-wildfires-us-tariffs-and-widening-iran-war-lead-the-day/ NIPIGON — Ontario Provincial Police have charged three motorists with stunt driving after officers allegedly recorded vehicles travelling between 147 and 173 kilometres per hour on Highway 11/17.
The three traffic stops occurred over four days near Nipigon and Schreiber. Each driver received an immediate 30-day licence suspension, while each vehicle was impounded for 14 days.
Vehicle Allegedly Recorded at 173 km/h
Police r]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nipigon-three-drivers-face-stunt-driving-charges-after-alleged-speeds-of-up-to-173-kmh/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nipigon-three-drivers-face-stunt-driving-charges-after-alleged-speeds-of-up-to-173-kmh/ Thunder Bay – NEWS – The Thunder Bay Police Service has located an escapee from the Thunder Bay Correctional Centre.
The investigation began on July 24, 2026, following a report from the Correctional Centre.
Officers located and arrested the wanted individual around 1:30 AM on July 25, 2026.
The Ontario Provincial Police assisted with the investigation.
No further information is available at this time.
The Article Update: Thunder Bay Police Service locate prisoner escapee]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/update-thunder-bay-police-service-locate-prisoner-escapee-from-local-correctional-facility/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/update-thunder-bay-police-service-locate-prisoner-escapee-from-local-correctional-facility/ THUNDER BAY — Six new wildland fires were confirmed across Northwestern Ontario by Saturday evening, while firefighters continued suppression work on major fires near Thunder Bay, Atikokan, Cat Lake First Nation and the Brightsand River area.
This morning there is smoke in the air in Thunder Bay, The sun is orange behind that smokey veil.
As of 6:17 p.m. CDT on July 25, the Northwest Fire Region had 130 acti]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-new-fires-were-confirmed-july-25-as-130-wildfires-remained-active-in-northwestern-ontario/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 14:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/six-new-fires-were-confirmed-july-25-as-130-wildfires-remained-active-in-northwestern-ontario/ Bradley grew up in Gaffney, South Carolina, in a household where ownership was the norm rather than the exception. His mother ran several hair salons. One grandfather oper]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-gaffney-to-generational-wealth-how-kamerrun-bradley-turned-financial-literacy-into-a-movement/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 13:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-gaffney-to-generational-wealth-how-kamerrun-bradley-turned-financial-literacy-into-a-movement/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-july-26/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-sunday-july-26/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails-3/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails-3/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails-2/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails/Sun, 26 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/open-and-inclusive-to-everybody-survivor-of-boulevard-lake-attack-urges-community-to-help-take-back-trails/ THUNDER BAY — Two new wildland fires were confirmed in Northwestern Ontario on Friday, July 24, as crews continued suppression and community protection work on several large fires across the region.
As of 7:20 p.m. CDT, Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services was reporting 133 active fires in the Northwest Region. Thirty were listed as not under control, five were being held, six were under control and 92 we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-reports-133-active-wildfires-as-crews-battle-major-fires-and-protect-communities/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-reports-133-active-wildfires-as-crews-battle-major-fires-and-protect-communities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-installs-new-public-art-in-north-core-2/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-installs-new-public-art-in-north-core-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-installs-new-public-art-in-north-core/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-of-thunder-bay-installs-new-public-art-in-north-core/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-july-25/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-saturday-july-25/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-program-hopes-to-help-northwestern-ontario-agri-food-businesses-grow-2/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-program-hopes-to-help-northwestern-ontario-agri-food-businesses-grow-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-program-hopes-to-help-northwestern-ontario-agri-food-businesses-grow/Sat, 25 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-program-hopes-to-help-northwestern-ontario-agri-food-businesses-grow/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At 7:00 a.m. EDT, the temperature was 12.1°C, with the dew point also at 12.1°C and humidity at 100 per cent.
Winds were light from the north at 2 km/h.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-24-2026-thunder-bay-weekend-brings-heat-showers-and-a-cooler-sunday/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-24-2026-thunder-bay-weekend-brings-heat-showers-and-a-cooler-sunday/ Thunder Bay – LIVING – Thunder Bay’s police-reported crime rate rose 18 per cent in 2025, giving statistical weight to concerns already being expressed by residents, families, seniors, young people and local businesses.
From social media posts, to many neighbourhoods in the city, the evidence of problems is quite apparent. At the base of the problem it is often addiction. Drug ad]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-crime-rose-18-per-cent-in-2025-steps-to-protect-homes-vehicles-and-personal-safety/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-crime-rose-18-per-cent-in-2025-steps-to-protect-homes-vehicles-and-personal-safety/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-july-24/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-friday-july-24/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/powwows-dancing-help-wildfire-evacuees-come-together-easing-pain-of-seeing-first-nations-burn-2/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/powwows-dancing-help-wildfire-evacuees-come-together-easing-pain-of-seeing-first-nations-burn-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/powwows-dancing-help-wildfire-evacuees-come-together-easing-pain-of-seeing-first-nations-burn/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/powwows-dancing-help-wildfire-evacuees-come-together-easing-pain-of-seeing-first-nations-burn/ WAWA – WiLDFIRE UPDATE – Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported no new wildland fires in the Northeast Fire Region on Thursday, July 23.
There were 40 active fires across the region as of 6 p.m. EDT. Two fires were not under control, two were being held, three were under control and 33 were being observed.
Although the update covers Northeastern Ontario, wildfire activity can affect]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-fires-were-reported-as-40-wildland-fires-remain-active-in-ontarios-northeast-region/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-new-fires-were-reported-as-40-wildland-fires-remain-active-in-ontarios-northeast-region/ NIPIGON — A 22-year-old Nipigon man faces a Criminal Code refusal charge and several provincial traffic allegations after Ontario Provincial Police located a dirt bike during an early-morning investigation.
Police allege the motorcycle was travelling without lights at a high rate of speed on Highway 11/17. The incident raises significant safety concerns because an unlit vehicle can be difficult for motorists to see]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nipigon-man-faces-refusal-and-traffic-charges-after-an-unlit-dirt-bike-was-located-near-highway-1117/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 01:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nipigon-man-faces-refusal-and-traffic-charges-after-an-unlit-dirt-bike-was-located-near-highway-1117/ For live betting platforms, reacting to these moments quickly is essential. Odds already move after goals, cards, substitutions and periods of pressure, but the process still depends on data travelling between stadiums, provide]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/edge-computing-and-live-betting-the-future-of-real-time-predictions/Fri, 24 Jul 2026 00:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/edge-computing-and-live-betting-the-future-of-real-time-predictions/ WINDSOR — Police and border agencies have seized nearly 1.7 tonnes of suspected illegal drugs valued at more than $139 million following a cross-border and interprovincial investigation involving several Ontario communities.
The investigation, known as Project Bay, resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine and opium, along with 17 firearms, cash, jewellery, electronic devices a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/project-bay-seizes-nearly-17-tonnes-of-drugs-and-17-firearms-in-ontario/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 22:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/project-bay-seizes-nearly-17-tonnes-of-drugs-and-17-firearms-in-ontario/ THUNDER BAY — Two men have been remanded into custody following a Thunder Bay Police Service drug-trafficking investigation that led to the seizure of suspected cocaine, oxycodone and more than $5,000 in Canadian currency.
Police searched a residence in the Cameron Street and May Street North area on July 22.A 22-year-old Toronto man and a 49-year-old Thunder Bay man were arrested inside the home.
Speciali]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-men-face-trafficking-charges-after-thunder-bay-police-seized-suspected-drugs-and-cash/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 21:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-men-face-trafficking-charges-after-thunder-bay-police-seized-suspected-drugs-and-cash/ THUNDER BAY — A 23-year-old Shuniah resident faces two Criminal Code charges following a Thunder Bay Police Service investigation into an alleged weapons incident on the city’s north side.
Police say a person suffered minor injuries during the July 12 incident near Howe Street and Cumberland Street North.
The accused was arrested after officers searched the surrounding area and was later released from custody with a futur]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-shuniah-resident-after-an-alleged-weapons-incident-on-cumberland-st-n/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-charge-a-shuniah-resident-after-an-alleged-weapons-incident-on-cumberland-st-n/ SHEBANDOWAN — The Shebandowan Fire Department says the immediate threat from Fort Frances 14 has eased after several days of cool, damp weather, but the large wildfire west of the community remains not under control.
The fire has shown little significant growth for about three days. However, officials caution that deep-burning hotspots in muskeg and other organic ground could continue smouldering for months and be]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shebandowan-fire-officials-say-the-immediate-risk-from-for014-is-lower-but-underground-hotspots-remain/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shebandowan-fire-officials-say-the-immediate-risk-from-for014-is-lower-but-underground-hotspots-remain/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-care-providers-highlight-need-for-services-for-wildfire-evacuees-2/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-care-providers-highlight-need-for-services-for-wildfire-evacuees-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-care-providers-highlight-need-for-services-for-wildfire-evacuees/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 17:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-health-care-providers-highlight-need-for-services-for-wildfire-evacuees/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay moved sharply against the national trend in 2025, recording an 18 per cent increase in its police-reported crime rate while Canada’s overall rate declined.
For many in the city that does not come as a surprise. Crime is on the upswing, and often to many people the Thunder Bay Police are overwhelmed at times leading to longer response times.
Statistics Canada reported that the Thunder Bay c]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-crime-rate-rose-18-per-cent-in-2025-the-largest-increase-among-canadian-cmas/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 14:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-crime-rate-rose-18-per-cent-in-2025-the-largest-increase-among-canadian-cmas/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-july-23/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-thursday-july-23/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-research-finds-a-particular-tree-species-can-act-as-a-wildfire-barrier/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-research-finds-a-particular-tree-species-can-act-as-a-wildfire-barrier/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/i-woke-up-coughing-people-with-breathing-problems-in-northern-ontario-worry-about-another-smoky-summer/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/i-woke-up-coughing-people-with-breathing-problems-in-northern-ontario-worry-about-another-smoky-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-ontarios-far-north-face-uncertainty-mental-health-toll/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-ontarios-far-north-face-uncertainty-mental-health-toll/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-face-stressors-beyond-being-far-from-home-2/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-face-stressors-beyond-being-far-from-home-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-face-stressors-beyond-being-far-from-home/Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-evacuees-from-first-nations-in-northern-ontario-face-stressors-beyond-being-far-from-home/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-led-evacuation-centre-in-bc-ensures-resources-available-for-ipv-survivors-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-led-evacuation-centre-in-bc-ensures-resources-available-for-ipv-survivors-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-led-evacuation-centre-in-bc-ensures-resources-available-for-ipv-survivors/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 23:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-led-evacuation-centre-in-bc-ensures-resources-available-for-ipv-survivors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crime-rates-dropped-across-most-of-the-country-in-2025-statistics-canada-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crime-rates-dropped-across-most-of-the-country-in-2025-statistics-canada-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crime-rates-dropped-across-most-of-the-country-in-2025-statistics-canada/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/crime-rates-dropped-across-most-of-the-country-in-2025-statistics-canada/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-emergency-ministers-interview-cut-short-after-wildfire-response-questions-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-emergency-ministers-interview-cut-short-after-wildfire-response-questions-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-emergency-ministers-interview-cut-short-after-wildfire-response-questions/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-emergency-ministers-interview-cut-short-after-wildfire-response-questions/ Comparably, an employee review platform owned by ZoomInfo, selects its winners entirely from anonymous employee feedback. Ratings are collected over a 12-month period from employees at tens of thous]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/risepoint-receives-four-comparably-best-places-to-work-awards-for-2026/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/risepoint-receives-four-comparably-best-places-to-work-awards-for-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-modern-homeowners-guide-to-energy-systems-that-save-money-and-improve-daily-living/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-modern-homeowners-guide-to-energy-systems-that-save-money-and-improve-daily-living/ THUNDER BAY — Twelve new wildland fires were confirmed across Northwestern Ontario by the evening of July 21, bringing the number of active fires in the Northwest Fire Region to 146.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported that 53 fires were not under control as of 7:36 p.m. CDT. Five fires were being held, seven were under control and 81 were being observed.
Several of the new fires]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-12-new-fires-confirmed-as-146-burn-across-region/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-12-new-fires-confirmed-as-146-burn-across-region/ IGNACE — An 18-year-old Toronto resident faces drug-trafficking and proceeds-of-crime charges following an Ontario Provincial Police investigation in Ignace.
Police allege officers arrested the accused at a Highway 17 business Monday afternoon and seized suspected cocaine, Canadian currency and items associated with drug trafficking.
Arrest Made at Highway 17 Business
The investigation was led by]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-resident-charged-following-ignace-drug-trafficking-investigation/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-resident-charged-following-ignace-drug-trafficking-investigation/ The Air Quality Health Index is currently at Low-Risk conditions throughout the day, increasing to Moderate Risk tonight and into tomorrow.  With improved air quality conditions, all City facilities, outdoor program]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-city-services-operating-normally-as-air-quality-improves/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-city-services-operating-normally-as-air-quality-improves/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-july-22/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-wednesday-july-22/ WAWA – Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reported no new wildland fires in the Northeast Fire Region on Tuesday, July 21.
There were 41 active fires across the region as of 6 p.m. EDT. Four fires were not under control, five were under control and 32 were being observed.
The update is important for communities around Lake Superior, including travellers using Highway 17 and re]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-district-no-new-fires-were-confirmed-july-21-while-41-remain-active/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northeast-district-no-new-fires-were-confirmed-july-21-while-41-remain-active/ OTTAWA — The Forest Products Association of Canada is warning that a proposed expansion of American tariffs could place additional pressure on forest-sector workers, businesses and communities across Canada.
The dispute matters directly in Northwestern Ontario, where forestry supports mills, harvesting operations, trucking companies, rail traffic, maintenance contractors and Indigenous-owned businesses.
Ontario]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fpac-warns-new-us-tariffs-could-threaten-forestry-jobs-across-northwestern-ontario/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fpac-warns-new-us-tariffs-could-threaten-forestry-jobs-across-northwestern-ontario/ Milstein is an Israeli-American “Strategic Venture Philanthropist]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-adam-milstein-funds-the-research-front-of-the-fight-against-antisemitism/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-adam-milstein-funds-the-research-front-of-the-fight-against-antisemitism/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-choose-between-dental-implants-and-dentures-and-make-the-decision-that-is-right-for-you/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-choose-between-dental-implants-and-dentures-and-make-the-decision-that-is-right-for-you/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/donations-pour-in-for-wildfire-evacuees-in-thunder-bay-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/donations-pour-in-for-wildfire-evacuees-in-thunder-bay-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/donations-pour-in-for-wildfire-evacuees-in-thunder-bay/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/donations-pour-in-for-wildfire-evacuees-in-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tkemluacuteps-te-secweacutepemc-chief-says-probe-into-possible-unmarked-graves-continues-with-no-end-in-sight-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tkemluacuteps-te-secweacutepemc-chief-says-probe-into-possible-unmarked-graves-continues-with-no-end-in-sight-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tkemluacuteps-te-secweacutepemc-chief-says-probe-into-possible-unmarked-graves-continues-with-no-end-in-sight/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tkemluacuteps-te-secweacutepemc-chief-says-probe-into-possible-unmarked-graves-continues-with-no-end-in-sight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-governments-wildfire-response-2/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-governments-wildfire-response-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-governments-wildfire-response/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nation-chiefs-call-for-public-inquiry-into-ontario-governments-wildfire-response/ THUNDER BAY — First Nations leaders from across Northwestern Ontario used a joint news conference Tuesday to challenge Premier Doug Ford’s account of the provincial wildfire response, saying communities have faced delayed warnings, gaps in co-ordination and uncertainty over evacuation and recovery support.
The July 21 news conference brought together representatives from Kiashke Zaaging Anishi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-leaders-challenge-ontarios-response-to-northwestern-ontario-wildfires/Wed, 22 Jul 2026 01:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-leaders-challenge-ontarios-response-to-northwestern-ontario-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-and-the-likelihood-of-property-damage-in-thunder-bay-ont-2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-and-the-likelihood-of-property-damage-in-thunder-bay-ont-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-and-the-likelihood-of-property-damage-in-thunder-bay-ont/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-reduce-wildfire-risk-and-the-likelihood-of-property-damage-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/upsala-residents-returning-home-after-voluntary-evacuation-2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/upsala-residents-returning-home-after-voluntary-evacuation-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/upsala-residents-returning-home-after-voluntary-evacuation/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/upsala-residents-returning-home-after-voluntary-evacuation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response-in-ontario/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:58:25 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response-in-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-july-21/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-northwestern-ontarios-forest-fires-tuesday-july-21/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-community-support-fund-doubles-fundraising-goal-after-raising-25k-in-days-2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-community-support-fund-doubles-fundraising-goal-after-raising-25k-in-days-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-community-support-fund-doubles-fundraising-goal-after-raising-25k-in-days/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfire-community-support-fund-doubles-fundraising-goal-after-raising-25k-in-days/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/we-were-surrounded-by-fires-paddler-recounts-escape-from-northern-ontario-wildfires/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/we-were-surrounded-by-fires-paddler-recounts-escape-from-northern-ontario-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-veterinary-clinic-set-up-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-animals-affected-by-wildfires-2/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-veterinary-clinic-set-up-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-animals-affected-by-wildfires-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-veterinary-clinic-set-up-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-animals-affected-by-wildfires/Tue, 21 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-veterinary-clinic-set-up-in-thunder-bay-ont-for-animals-affected-by-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-vet-clinic-supports-animals-in-thunder-bay-amid-wildfire-evacuations/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/mobile-vet-clinic-supports-animals-in-thunder-bay-amid-wildfire-evacuations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-firefighting-system-falling-apart-from-mismanagement-union-representative/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 18:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-firefighting-system-falling-apart-from-mismanagement-union-representative/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-takes-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-wildfires-evacuations/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-takes-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-wildfires-evacuations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-moving-quickly-ford-provides-update-on-northern-ontario-wildfires-evacuations/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 16:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-moving-quickly-ford-provides-update-on-northern-ontario-wildfires-evacuations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-to-take-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-wildfires-evacuations/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 15:59:37 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-to-take-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-wildfires-evacuations/ A visible police presence is expected in the Cumming Street area.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers responded to a call for service in the area on the evening of July 18, 2026.
The investigation remains ongoing.
No further information is available at this time.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
The Article Thunder Bay Police Maintain Presence in Cummings Street]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-maintain-presence-in-cummings-street-area/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-maintain-presence-in-cummings-street-area/ THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – Thirteen new wildland fires were discovered across Northwestern Ontario by late Sunday, with major fires near Thunder Bay and Atikokan continuing to demand extensive crews, equipment and emergency-management resources.Three of the newly discovered fires had been extinguished by the time Ontario’s Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services issued its 9:10 p.m. C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-reports-146-active-wildfires-as-crews-battle-major-fires-and-evacuations-continue/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-ontario-reports-146-active-wildfires-as-crews-battle-major-fires-and-evacuations-continue/ Severe Thunderstorm Watch
Thunder Bay is under a yellow severe thunderstorm watch.
Thunderstorms may produce sudden heavy rainfall, frequent lightning and strong wind gusts. The rapidly strengthening west wind could also make travel difficult, particularly for high-profile vehicles and anyone using area lakes.
Residents should secure lightweight out]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-20-2026-severe-thunderstorm-watch-strong-winds-and-wildfire-smoke-for-thunder-bay/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-20-2026-severe-thunderstorm-watch-strong-winds-and-wildfire-smoke-for-thunder-bay/ Much of the community has been destroyed. Homes, personal belongings, and vital community infrastructure have been lost.
The lands that hold the graves of anc]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whitewater-first-nation-statement-from-chief-pauline-drake/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whitewater-first-nation-statement-from-chief-pauline-drake/ DRYDEN, KENORA, RED LAKE and FORT FRANCES — Northwestern Ontario is heading into a windy and unsettled Monday as a low-pressure system pulls cooler air across the region.
Showers and thunderstorms remain possible today, while strengthening west and northwest winds could produce gusts of 60 to 70 km/h. Haze and local wildfire smoke may also reduce visibility.
Tuesday w]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-20-2026-strong-winds-thunderstorm-risk-and-wildfire-haze-across-northwestern-ontario/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-20-2026-strong-winds-thunderstorm-risk-and-wildfire-haze-across-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/micro-deposits-shape-a-new-era-of-accessibility-in-new-zealand-online-casinos/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/micro-deposits-shape-a-new-era-of-accessibility-in-new-zealand-online-casinos/ Happyjokers casino operates as an online entertainment platform wi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-streaming-platforms-are-changing-celebrity-culture/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-streaming-platforms-are-changing-celebrity-culture/ What the registration actually is
Any business dealing in virtual currency — exchanging it or transferring it — must register with FINTRAC as a Money Services Business before it start]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-runs-one-of-the-worlds-most-accessible-crypto-registrations/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-runs-one-of-the-worlds-most-accessible-crypto-registrations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-the-northwestern-ontario-forest-fires-monday-july-20/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-the-northwestern-ontario-forest-fires-monday-july-20/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-the-forest-fires-burning-across-northwestern-ontario/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 13:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-the-latest-on-the-forest-fires-burning-across-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-animal-welfare-groups-unite-to-provide-emergency-housing-for-displaced-northwest-pets/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-animal-welfare-groups-unite-to-provide-emergency-housing-for-displaced-northwest-pets/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2nd-first-nations-community-in-ontario-ravaged-by-wildfire-in-less-than-a-week/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2nd-first-nations-community-in-ontario-ravaged-by-wildfire-in-less-than-a-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2nd-first-nation-community-in-ontario-ravaged-by-wildfire-in-less-than-a-week/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2nd-first-nation-community-in-ontario-ravaged-by-wildfire-in-less-than-a-week/ Impact Level: High
Forecast Confidence: High
At 10:27 PM EST (11:27 p.m. EDT), Environment Canada meteorologists are tracking a dangerous thunderstorm capable of producing damaging wind gusts, up to quarter size hail and heavy rain. Utility outages are likely.
Significant damage to buildings and/or trees is likely. Take immediate cover if a thunderstorm approaches.
If outside, protect yourself from flying debris and hail. Emerg]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/1127-pm-edt-thunder-bay-severe-thunderstorm-watch-in-effect/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 05:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/1127-pm-edt-thunder-bay-severe-thunderstorm-watch-in-effect/ THUNDER BAY – WILDFIRE UPDATE – Ontario confirmed three new wildland fires in the Northeast Fire Region on Sunday, bringing the region’s active fire total to 46 as of 7:50 p.m. EDT on July 19.
FireRanger crews are also reporting progress on Wawa 17, a fire burning near Pic Mobert First Nation and White Lake. The fire did not grow over the weekend despite strong winds, according to Ontario&rs]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-update-46-active-fires-in-northeast-as-crews-make-progress-on-wawa-17/Mon, 20 Jul 2026 03:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-wildfire-update-46-active-fires-in-northeast-as-crews-make-progress-on-wawa-17/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response-in-northwestern-ontario/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:39:11 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontarios-latest-on-wildfires-139-now-actively-burning-across-the-region/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 22:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontarios-latest-on-wildfires-139-now-actively-burning-across-the-region/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/air-quality-expected-to-improve-for-thunder-bay-but-worsen-for-surrounding-areas-this-week/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/air-quality-expected-to-improve-for-thunder-bay-but-worsen-for-surrounding-areas-this-week/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/leaders-of-first-nations-hit-by-ontario-wildfires-speak-out-about-way-climate-crises-are-handled/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/leaders-of-first-nations-hit-by-ontario-wildfires-speak-out-about-way-climate-crises-are-handled/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hundreds-of-eabametoong-first-nation-members-evacuated-as-northern-ontario-wildfire-tally-grows/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 19:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hundreds-of-eabametoong-first-nation-members-evacuated-as-northern-ontario-wildfire-tally-grows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-came-ontario-lodge-owners-say-they-were-left-to-fight-wildfire-alone/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 18:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nobody-came-ontario-lodge-owners-say-they-were-left-to-fight-wildfire-alone/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ford-says-us-politicians-criticizing-canadian-wildfire-response-have-a-very-short-memory/Sun, 19 Jul 2026 00:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ford-says-us-politicians-criticizing-canadian-wildfire-response-have-a-very-short-memory/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ford-calls-us-wildfire-threats-unacceptable/Sat, 18 Jul 2026 20:54:00 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15:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/conditions-for-wildland-firefighters-extremely-challenging-in-northwestern-ontario-union-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/conditions-for-wildland-firefighters-extremely-challenging-in-northwestern-ontario-union/Sat, 18 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/conditions-for-wildland-firefighters-extremely-challenging-in-northwestern-ontario-union/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-know-about-preparing-go-bags-and-emergency-kits/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-to-know-about-preparing-go-bags-and-emergency-kits/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/government-says-its-investigating-cns-actions-after-rail-crew-surrounded-by-wildfire/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 21:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/government-says-its-investigating-cns-actions-after-rail-crew-surrounded-by-wildfire/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-is-preparing-as-much-as-possible-for-wildfire-evacuees-mayor-tells-cbcs-ontario-today/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 20:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-is-preparing-as-much-as-possible-for-wildfire-evacuees-mayor-tells-cbcs-ontario-today/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarians-react-to-provinces-response-to-ongoing-wildfires/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarians-react-to-provinces-response-to-ongoing-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfires-latest-evacuation-order-issued-for-area-near-lac-des-mille-lacs/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-wildfires-latest-evacuation-order-issued-for-area-near-lac-des-mille-lacs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-provides-update-as-northern-ontario-faces-severe-wildfires/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-provides-update-as-northern-ontario-faces-severe-wildfires/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-ministers-expected-to-take-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-severe-wildfires/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/doug-ford-ministers-expected-to-take-questions-as-northern-ontario-faces-severe-wildfires/ THUNDER BAY — An evacuation order has been issued for an area threatened by Fort Frances 14 and other active wildfires, with everyone inside the designated zone directed to leave immediately.
This order was issued at 07:00 AM EDT today.
The Thunder Bay–Ignace fire management district issued the order as changing conditions and increased fire behaviour continue to pose a threat in the Lac des Mille Lacs and Upsala area.
Fort F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-ordered-near-fort-frances-14-as-the-55106-hectare-wildfire-remains-uncontrolled/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 15:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-ordered-near-fort-frances-14-as-the-55106-hectare-wildfire-remains-uncontrolled/ THUNDER BAY — Northwestern Ontario’s wildfire emergency remains the leading story for NetNewsLedger readers Friday, with communities evacuated, major transportation routes vulnerable and Thunder Bay serving as a regional reception centre.
Nationally, attention is turning to the federal response to the fires, First Nations emergency demands and renewed uncertainty surrounding Can]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-17-2026-news-to-watch-wildfires-evacuations-trade-tensions-and-escalating-global-conflict/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-17-2026-news-to-watch-wildfires-evacuations-trade-tensions-and-escalating-global-conflict/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-pain-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore-at-any-age/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-pain-symptoms-you-should-never-ignore-at-any-age/ OTTAWA — First Nations chiefs from across Canada have passed an emergency resolution opposing any attempt by Alberta to separate from Canada without the participation and consent of affected First Nations.
The resolution, approved during the Assembly of First Nations Annual General Assembly on July 16, states that a province cannot unilaterally alter or extinguish Treaty rights or chan]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/afn-chiefs-pass-emergency-resolution-opposing-alberta-separation/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/afn-chiefs-pass-emergency-resolution-opposing-alberta-separation/ GREENSTONE — Wildland fire officials are warning drone operators to stay away from active fires after an unauthorized drone was reportedly flown over Nipigon 38 and Nipigon 39.
The Greenstone Fire Management Headquarters said video recorded in the restricted airspace was posted online and included information identifying where and how the footage was captured.
No charges or enforcement action were announced in the information releas]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/unauthorized-drone-flight-over-nipigon-wildfires-prompts-an-urgent-aviation-safety-warning/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/unauthorized-drone-flight-over-nipigon-wildfires-prompts-an-urgent-aviation-safety-warning/ KENORA — A 43-year-old Kenora man has been charged with aggravated assault and robbery after an incident that Ontario Provincial Police say left another person with serious injuries.
Police said the alleged robbery occurred Friday, July 10. Officers with the Kenora OPP detachment received the report the following day and arrested a suspect on Wednesday, July 15.
Accused Remanded in Custody Following Court Appearance
Christopher Jack, 43]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-charge-a-43-year-old-man-after-a-reported-robbery-left-one-person-seriously-injured/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-charge-a-43-year-old-man-after-a-reported-robbery-left-one-person-seriously-injured/ THUNDER BAY — The Matawa Chiefs Council has declared a state of emergency and is calling on the governments of Canada and Ontario to immediately strengthen their response to the escalating wildfire situation across northern Ontario.
The Chiefs say extreme heat and new fires developing across the region are placing residents of Matawa’s nine remote and road-access First Nations at growing ris]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/matawa-chiefs-declare-state-of-emergency-demand-immediate-wildfire-response/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/matawa-chiefs-declare-state-of-emergency-demand-immediate-wildfire-response/ Thunder Bay begins Friday under widespread wildfire smoke, reduced visibility and an Orange Air Quality Warning. Showers may briefly improve conditions during the day, but very poor air quality is expected to continue through much of the weekend.
Environment Canada reports that wildfire smoke from northwestern Ontario is affecting the city. Every]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-17-2026-thunder-bay-weather-recipe-includes-wildfire-smoke-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-17-2026-thunder-bay-weather-recipe-includes-wildfire-smoke-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-subscription-models-are-transforming-traditional-b2b-services-in-2026/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 12:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-subscription-models-are-transforming-traditional-b2b-services-in-2026/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-residents-come-together-to-support-wildfire-evacuees-with-toy-drive-donation-drop-offs/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-residents-come-together-to-support-wildfire-evacuees-with-toy-drive-donation-drop-offs/ THUNDER BAY — Northwestern Ontario had 129 active wildland fires as of the latest provincial update, including 62 fires listed as not under control.
Five new fires were reported in the Northwest Fire Region, while major incidents near Wabakimi Provincial Park, Lac des Mille Lacs, Atikokan and several First Nations continued to threaten communities, transportation routes and critical infrastructure.
A Restricted F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-reports-129-active-wildfires-evacuation-orders-highway-closures-and-extreme-fire-danger/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 03:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-reports-129-active-wildfires-evacuation-orders-highway-closures-and-extreme-fire-danger/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response/Fri, 17 Jul 2026 02:33:34 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/get-the-latest-on-the-wildfire-response/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-calls-for-support-for-first-nation-in-ontario-after-wildfire/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 22:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-calls-for-support-for-first-nation-in-ontario-after-wildfire/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/good-news-and-bad-news-what-thunder-bay-ont-can-expect-related-to-air-quality-over-next-36-hours/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 21:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/good-news-and-bad-news-what-thunder-bay-ont-can-expect-related-to-air-quality-over-next-36-hours/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-what-one-emergency-management-official-wants-every-thunder-bay-resident-to-know-this-wildfire-season/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heres-what-one-emergency-management-official-wants-every-thunder-bay-resident-to-know-this-wildfire-season/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuees-photos-show-raging-wildfire-that-forced-evacuation-in-northwestern-ontario/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuees-photos-show-raging-wildfire-that-forced-evacuation-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/members-of-first-nation-destroyed-by-northwestern-ontario-wildfire-helped-each-other-escape-by-boat/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/members-of-first-nation-destroyed-by-northwestern-ontario-wildfire-helped-each-other-escape-by-boat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-asks-for-federal-help-as-northern-communities-prepare-for-possible-wildfire-evacuations/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-asks-for-federal-help-as-northern-communities-prepare-for-possible-wildfire-evacuations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ford-defends-ontario-emergency-firefighting-budget-as-province-asks-ottawa-to-help-with-evacuations/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ford-defends-ontario-emergency-firefighting-budget-as-province-asks-ottawa-to-help-with-evacuations/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-northern-ontario-communities-prepare-for-possible-wildfire-evacuations-province-asks-ottawa-for-help/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/as-northern-ontario-communities-prepare-for-possible-wildfire-evacuations-province-asks-ottawa-for-help/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fast-moving-fires-destroy-homes-in-northern-ontario-as-crews-fight-flames/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fast-moving-fires-destroy-homes-in-northern-ontario-as-crews-fight-flames/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/forest-fires-in-northwestern-ontario-what-to-know/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/forest-fires-in-northwestern-ontario-what-to-know/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/giant-dinosaurs-oversized-sausages-are-canadas-roadside-attractions-worth-keeping-around/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/giant-dinosaurs-oversized-sausages-are-canadas-roadside-attractions-worth-keeping-around/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-train-crew-surrounded-by-flames-as-wildfires-sweep-northern-ontario/Thu, 16 Jul 2026 03:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-train-crew-surrounded-by-flames-as-wildfires-sweep-northern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-showing-train-car-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-showing-train-car-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-of-train-car-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-of-train-car-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-of-train-cab-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cn-workers-in-viral-video-of-train-cab-surrounded-by-wildfire-flames-got-out-safely-railway-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-calls-for-criminalization-of-residential-school-denialism/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-calls-for-criminalization-of-residential-school-denialism/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/train-crew-escapes-one-of-the-many-wildfires-burning-in-ontario/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/train-crew-escapes-one-of-the-many-wildfires-burning-in-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-vote-to-oppose-carney-governments-proposed-major-projects-reforms/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-vote-to-oppose-carney-governments-proposed-major-projects-reforms/ THUNDER BAY — Over the past days, seeing images of wildfires in Collins, Armstrong and Whitesand, as well as the thick smoke in the air, the power of nature over human activity is very apparent. Wildfires can cause enormous damage and disrupt lives.
Being prepared for any kind of emergency is simply smart home and family leadership.
With railways cutting through our city, the potential of a dangerous derailment is possi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-wildfire-evacuation-plan-emergency-kit-advice-and-steps-residents-should-take-now/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bays-wildfire-evacuation-plan-emergency-kit-advice-and-steps-residents-should-take-now/ THUNDER BAY – Northwestern Ontario recorded 26 new wildland fires by late Tuesday as emergency officials focused available resources on protecting communities, critical infrastructure and transportation routes.
As of 9:18 p.m. CDT on July 14, the Northwest Fire Region had 148 active fires. Sixty-nine were not under control, seven were being held, five were under control and 67 were]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-148-active-fires-evacuations-and-highway-closures/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-wildfire-update-148-active-fires-evacuations-and-highway-closures/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At 6:00 AM CDT, Kenora and Lake of the Woods reported mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of 20.7°C.
The dew point was 14.4°C, with humidity at 67 percent, making t]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-15-2026-kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-focus-warm-mainly-cloudy-and-breezy-by-afternoon/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-15-2026-kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-focus-warm-mainly-cloudy-and-breezy-by-afternoon/ The heat event is expected to end this evening as a cooler, less humid air mass moves into the region. However, wildfire smoke may continue to affect air quality into Thursday for some areas.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At 7:00 AM EDT, Thunder B]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-15-2026-thunder-bay-weather-update-smoke-heat-and-poor-air-quality-continue-before-cooler-air-arrives/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-15-2026-thunder-bay-weather-update-smoke-heat-and-poor-air-quality-continue-before-cooler-air-arrives/ For businesses, this is a proven way to link customers to their product, and for users, it’s a legal opportunity to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-casinos-offer-a-loyalty-program-what-players-need-to-know/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-casinos-offer-a-loyalty-program-what-players-need-to-know/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/accommodations-filling-up-as-wildfires-spur-more-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 04:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/accommodations-filling-up-as-wildfires-spur-more-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/optimizing-research-outcomes-the-critical-role-of-peptide-mixing-tools/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 03:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/optimizing-research-outcomes-the-critical-role-of-peptide-mixing-tools/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-clean-home-advantage-making-everyday-life-feel-easier/Wed, 15 Jul 2026 02:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-clean-home-advantage-making-everyday-life-feel-easier/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay is providing shelter for residents displaced by wildfires in Armstrong, Whitesand First Nation and Collins First Nation as emergency conditions intensify across Northwestern Ontario.
The City of Thunder Bay says there is no immediate wildfire threat to the city. However, nearby fires, widespread smoke, extreme heat and rapidly changing evacuation orders mean residents should remain in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-hosts-wildfire-evacuees-as-regional-fires-smoke-and-extreme-heat-intensify/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 23:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-hosts-wildfire-evacuees-as-regional-fires-smoke-and-extreme-heat-intensify/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-cause-multiple-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario-during-extreme-heat/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 21:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-cause-multiple-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario-during-extreme-heat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuees-from-armstrong-whitesand-and-collins-first-nations-in-thunder-bay-following-wildfire-evacuations/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 18:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuees-from-armstrong-whitesand-and-collins-first-nations-in-thunder-bay-following-wildfire-evacuations/ THUNDER BAY — Renewed U.S.-Iran fighting, threats to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, escalating attacks in Ukraine and deadly European wildfires are leading international news Tuesday.
In Canada, attention is focused on Wednesday’s Bank of Canada interest-rate decision, the continuing Toronto festival shooting investigation, wildfire smoke and extreme heat, an Air Canada labour agreement and major bail reforms taking eff]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-14-news-iran-fighting-european-fires-bank-of-canada-toronto-shooting-and-heat/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-14-news-iran-fighting-european-fires-bank-of-canada-toronto-shooting-and-heat/ Devices such as smartphones, tablets, laptops, and televisions have become even more essential to get through the day. From checking the weather on a mobile app to ordering groceries, booking taxis, and getting entertainment fixes, the vast majority of everyday chores and activities]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-arena-to-app-how-ontarios-sports-culture-is-moving-online/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:51:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-arena-to-app-how-ontarios-sports-culture-is-moving-online/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-can-have-adverse-effect-on-people-taking-certain-medications-street-drugs/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-can-have-adverse-effect-on-people-taking-certain-medications-street-drugs/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-prompt-multiple-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario-amid-extreme-heat/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-prompt-multiple-evacuations-in-northwestern-ontario-amid-extreme-heat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunderbird-raptor-rescue-cares-for-several-orphan-swan-cygnets-from-across-the-region/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunderbird-raptor-rescue-cares-for-several-orphan-swan-cygnets-from-across-the-region/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-leaders-accuse-liberals-of-playing-politics-with-drinking-water-bill/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-leaders-accuse-liberals-of-playing-politics-with-drinking-water-bill/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-gathers-for-summer-assembly-amid-concerns-about-water-bill-major-projects/Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/assembly-of-first-nations-gathers-for-summer-assembly-amid-concerns-about-water-bill-major-projects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-wave-brings-temperatures-of-nearly-40-c-to-thunder-bay-on-monday/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-wave-brings-temperatures-of-nearly-40-c-to-thunder-bay-on-monday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hot-enough-for-ya-heat-wave-grips-thunder-bay/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 20:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hot-enough-for-ya-heat-wave-grips-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lithium-processing-research-in-northwestern-ontario-gets-260k-funding-injection-from-the-province/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lithium-processing-research-in-northwestern-ontario-gets-260k-funding-injection-from-the-province/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-one-woman-is-savouring-the-beautiful-game-through-her-world-cup-of-foods/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-one-woman-is-savouring-the-beautiful-game-through-her-world-cup-of-foods/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-partnership-between-federal-government-thunder-bay-aims-to-simplify-designs-for-new-housing-builds/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-partnership-between-federal-government-thunder-bay-aims-to-simplify-designs-for-new-housing-builds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/liberals-continue-court-fight-against-first-nations-drinking-water-rights-despite-new-bill/Mon, 13 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/liberals-continue-court-fight-against-first-nations-drinking-water-rights-despite-new-bill/ The defending champion Carolina Cowboys, runner-up Missouri Thunder, third-place Texas Rattlers and fourth-place Arizona Ridge Riders all opened the season with victories, joined by the Austin Gamblers in a fast-moving opening night of Professional Bull Riders team competition.
Top 2025 finishers start 2026 with win]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carolina-cowboys-texas-rattlers-austin-gamblers-arizona-ridge-riders-and-missouri-thunder-buck-out-wins-to-open-2026-pbr-teams-season/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:32:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/carolina-cowboys-texas-rattlers-austin-gamblers-arizona-ridge-riders-and-missouri-thunder-buck-out-wins-to-open-2026-pbr-teams-season/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region is reporting 81 active wildland fires as of the evening of July 11, with 11 new fires confirmed across the region.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services says 14 fires are not under control, five are being held, five are under control and 57 are being observed.
Eleven new wildland fires confirmed July 11
The new fires include several starts in the Nipigo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-81-active-fires-with-11-new-starts-confirmed-july-11/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-81-active-fires-with-11-new-starts-confirmed-july-11/ THUNDER BAY — Sunday sees some major news stories topping the list of updates. 
A deadly Toronto festival shooting, wildfire risk, cross-border trade, labour-market data, defence procurement, energy politics are among the national stories shaping Canada on Sunday, July 12, 2026.
National snapshot: Public safety, wildfires, trade and economic signals
Two dead after shooting near Toronto&rsqu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-news-summary-top-stories-for-july-12-2026/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-news-summary-top-stories-for-july-12-2026/ KENORA — Three Kenora men are facing charges after an aggravated assault investigation led police to execute search warrants at a Storm Bay Road residence and seize cocaine, currency, weapons and items police say are consistent with drug trafficking.
Members of the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau and Community Street Crime Unit, with assistance from the Kenora OPP Detachment, made the arres]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-kenora-men-charged-after-assault-probe-leads-to-cocaine-weapons-and-cash-seizure/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-kenora-men-charged-after-assault-probe-leads-to-cocaine-weapons-and-cash-seizure/ SHUNIAH — Thunder Bay OPP are investigating a fatal collision involving multiple motorcycles on Highway 11-17 near Highway 527.
Police say officers with the Thunder Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police and emergency medical services responded to the collision at approximately 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Sault Ste. Marie woman pronounced deceased at scene
As a result of the collision, a 58-year]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-investigate-fatal-motorcycle-collision-on-highway-11-17-near-highway-527/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-investigate-fatal-motorcycle-collision-on-highway-11-17-near-highway-527/ Seniors often face dry mouth, gum disease, tooth loss, and worn enamel, frequently tied to medications or years of wear. The fixes are practical: stay hydrated, brush and floss daily with fluoride, treat gum issues early, and book regular checkups. Comfort options and caregiver support help anxious or less mobile patients keep their natural teeth healthy and working well into later life.
Introduction
Picture a grandparent in Capitol Hill who has skipped the dentist for a few years b]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dental-care-for-seniors-in-nw-calgary-common-concerns-and-how-to-address-them/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/dental-care-for-seniors-in-nw-calgary-common-concerns-and-how-to-address-them/ THUNDER BAY — The Canadian Lakehead Exhibition says its annual Family Fair is going ahead this summer, despite false online rumours claiming the event had been cancelled.The CLE Family Fair will run Aug. 5 to 9 at the CLE grounds, with gates open daily from noon to midnight.
Organizers say some posters incorrectly listed the hours as 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., but the correct schedule has been confirmed by the organi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cle-family-fair-returns-aug-5-9-in-thunder-bay-after-organizers-reject-cancellation-rumours/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/cle-family-fair-returns-aug-5-9-in-thunder-bay-after-organizers-reject-cancellation-rumours/ A truly accessible shower removes the obstacles that make bathing difficult or unsafe. That means a curbless or low entry, enough room to move or turn, sturdy grab bars, a stable seat, slip-resistant flooring, and controls that anyone can reach and operate. The best designs work for wheelchairs, walkers, and aging bodies alike, while still looking like a normal, attractive part of the bathroom rather than a clinical add-on.
Introduction
Picture helping an aging parent into the showe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-makes-a-shower-truly-accessible-a-complete-feature-checklist/Sun, 12 Jul 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-makes-a-shower-truly-accessible-a-complete-feature-checklist/ The weekend still turns hotter by Sunday, with temperatures climbing into the low 30s and humidex values reaching the mid-30s.
Today’s Weat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weekend-weather-focus-lake-superior-offers-some-relief-as-heat-builds-inland/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weekend-weather-focus-lake-superior-offers-some-relief-as-heat-builds-inland/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/here-they-are-the-winners-of-show-us-your-fish-2026/Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/here-they-are-the-winners-of-show-us-your-fish-2026/ Understanding the Lifespan of Modern Furnaces
Modern furnaces are designed to o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/benefiting-from-advances-in-furnace-technology/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 23:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/benefiting-from-advances-in-furnace-technology/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-across-country-blindsided-by-pipeline-announcements/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/first-nations-chiefs-across-country-blindsided-by-pipeline-announcements/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-investing-over-250000-to-advance-lithium-processing-in-northwestern-ontario/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 22:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-investing-over-250000-to-advance-lithium-processing-in-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grand-re-opening-of-mills-block-conservation-area-in-thunder-bay-ont/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grand-re-opening-of-mills-block-conservation-area-in-thunder-bay-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/regreening-in-sudbury-ont-has-come-at-the-expense-of-wild-blueberries/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/regreening-in-sudbury-ont-has-come-at-the-expense-of-wild-blueberries/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shelter-house-pace-offer-support-during-thunder-bay-summer-heat/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shelter-house-pace-offer-support-during-thunder-bay-summer-heat/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/afro-vibe-fest-returns-to-thunder-bay-this-weekend/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/afro-vibe-fest-returns-to-thunder-bay-this-weekend/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/after-he-returned-mistaken-24000-tax-refund-thunder-bay-mans-cra-account-was-locked-actual-tax-refunds-delayed/Fri, 10 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/after-he-returned-mistaken-24000-tax-refund-thunder-bay-mans-cra-account-was-locked-actual-tax-refunds-delayed/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-gives-nearly-710k-to-thunder-bay-to-support-housing-growth/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-government-gives-nearly-710k-to-thunder-bay-to-support-housing-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-announces-nearly-710k-to-support-housing-growth-in-thunder-bay/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 19:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-announces-nearly-710k-to-support-housing-growth-in-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/region-of-waterloos-appeal-of-encampment-decision-argues-ontario-judge-made-multiple-errors/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 18:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/region-of-waterloos-appeal-of-encampment-decision-argues-ontario-judge-made-multiple-errors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-behind-drop-in-opioid-related-deaths-rise-in-911-calls-in-ontario-researcher-gives-insight/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-behind-drop-in-opioid-related-deaths-rise-in-911-calls-in-ontario-researcher-gives-insight/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-clears-officers-of-wrongdoing-in-death-of-man-near-kenora/Thu, 09 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontarios-police-watchdog-clears-officers-of-wrongdoing-in-death-of-man-near-kenora/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-storm-in-kenora-prompts-visit-from-northern-tornadoes-project-team/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-storm-in-kenora-prompts-visit-from-northern-tornadoes-project-team/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-golfing-buddies-each-sinks-an-ace-at-same-hole-on-same-day-at-cambridge-ont-course/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-golfing-buddies-each-sinks-an-ace-at-same-hole-on-same-day-at-cambridge-ont-course/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-golfing-buddies-each-sink-an-ace-at-same-hole-on-same-day-at-cambridge-ont-course/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-golfing-buddies-each-sink-an-ace-at-same-hole-on-same-day-at-cambridge-ont-course/ There comes a time when our vehicles are old and have high mileage, though. People used to get repeated repairs on these cars, but nowadays, more are replacing them instead. These are the reasons why.
Junk Car Purchase Services Make Replacing an Older Vehicle More Practical
F]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-more-drivers-are-replacing-older-vehicles-instead-of-repairing-them/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-more-drivers-are-replacing-older-vehicles-instead-of-repairing-them/ Bigger than most sectors of th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/online-gambling-is-booming-in-ontario-here-are-the-questions-northwestern-readers-keep-asking/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/online-gambling-is-booming-in-ontario-here-are-the-questions-northwestern-readers-keep-asking/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-everyday-work-across-canada/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-artificial-intelligence-is-changing-everyday-work-across-canada/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/divka-bringing-their-folk-fatale-to-northern-ontario/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/divka-bringing-their-folk-fatale-to-northern-ontario/ Thunder Bay starts Wednesday on a mild and humid note, with mostly cloudy skies and the temperature sitting at 18.3°C at 7:00 AM EDT. The air is moist, but pressure is rising, which points toward improving conditions after the early shower risk moves through.
Today will remain mainly cloudy, with a 30 percent chance]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-8-2026-mostly-cloudy-start-with-a-chance-of-early-showers/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-8-2026-mostly-cloudy-start-with-a-chance-of-early-showers/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region is reporting 73 active wildland fires as of the early evening of July 7, with four new fires confirmed across the region.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services says 13 fires are not under control, one is being held, eight are under control and 51 are being observed.
Four new fires confirmed July 7
Four new wildland fires were confirmed in the Northwes]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-73-active-fires-with-fort-frances-14-and-quetico-fires-active/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-73-active-fires-with-fort-frances-14-and-quetico-fires-active/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At 7:00 AM CDT, the temperature was 17.1°C. The dew point was 12.8°C, with humidity at 75 percent, making the morning feel comfortable rather than muggy.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-8-2026-vermilion-bay-and-dryden-weather-focus-sunny-warm-and-very-high-uv/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-8-2026-vermilion-bay-and-dryden-weather-focus-sunny-warm-and-very-high-uv/ Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region begin Wednesday with a mild, mostly cloudy morning, but sunshine is expected to take over through the day. At 6:00 AM CDT, the temperature was 15.2°C, with humidity at 88 percent and light north winds. While the barometric pressure is falling, today’s forecast remains bright and warm, with a high near 26°C.
Today’s Weather Overv]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-for-july-8-2026-mostly-cloudy-and-15c-early-becoming-sunny-with-a-high-of-26c/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-for-july-8-2026-mostly-cloudy-and-15c-early-becoming-sunny-with-a-high-of-26c/ This 2026 ranking compares 10 well-regarded clinics so you]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-orthodontists-in-montreal-top-10-clinics-for-2026/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-orthodontists-in-montreal-top-10-clinics-for-2026/ However, the local hills and street layouts can introduce unexpected expenses. A single accident or a broken frame can instantly turn a cheap daily ride into a massive financial burden. Here’s what you should know abou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-hidden-costs-of-commuting-on-two-wheels-in-northern-california/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:23:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-hidden-costs-of-commuting-on-two-wheels-in-northern-california/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/risepoint-named-a-2026-best-place-to-work-for-career-growth/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 13:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/risepoint-named-a-2026-best-place-to-work-for-career-growth/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/midcontinent-terminal-welcomes-first-ocean-going-vessel-after-partial-removal-of-iron-ore-dock-trestle/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/midcontinent-terminal-welcomes-first-ocean-going-vessel-after-partial-removal-of-iron-ore-dock-trestle/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/perfect-day-for-a-teddy-bears-picnic/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/perfect-day-for-a-teddy-bears-picnic/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hundreds-of-wildfire-evacuees-in-toronto-to-return-home-to-kasabonika-lake-first-nation/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hundreds-of-wildfire-evacuees-in-toronto-to-return-home-to-kasabonika-lake-first-nation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-heavy-rainfall-in-kenora-ont-area-causes-widespread-flooding-and-property-damage-2/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-heavy-rainfall-in-kenora-ont-area-causes-widespread-flooding-and-property-damage-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-heavy-rainfall-in-kenora-ont-area-causes-widespread-flooding-and-property-damage/Wed, 08 Jul 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-heavy-rainfall-in-kenora-ont-area-causes-widespread-flooding-and-property-damage/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-delay-for-science-norths-planned-thunder-bay-science-centre/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-delay-for-science-norths-planned-thunder-bay-science-centre/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inmate-death-at-thunder-bay-jail-under-multiple-investigations-province-says/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inmate-death-at-thunder-bay-jail-under-multiple-investigations-province-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inmate-death-at-thunder-bay-jail-under-multiple-investigations-ontario-says/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/inmate-death-at-thunder-bay-jail-under-multiple-investigations-ontario-says/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/summer-nights-at-the-fair-canadian-lakehead-exhibition-returns-to-thunder-bay-in-august/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/summer-nights-at-the-fair-canadian-lakehead-exhibition-returns-to-thunder-bay-in-august/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/daily-run-for-kenora-ont-resident-turns-into-magical-dash-with-a-doe-and-fawn/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/daily-run-for-kenora-ont-resident-turns-into-magical-dash-with-a-doe-and-fawn/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/red-tornado-warning-issued-for-parts-of-northwestern-ontario/Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/red-tornado-warning-issued-for-parts-of-northwestern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/red-tornado-warning-issued-for-kenora-area/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/red-tornado-warning-issued-for-kenora-area/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bear-cub-with-head-caught-in-a-jug-gets-released-by-police-officer/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bear-cub-with-head-caught-in-a-jug-gets-released-by-police-officer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-thunderstorm-watches-issued-as-over-70-wildfires-burn-in-northwestern-ontario/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 19:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-thunderstorm-watches-issued-as-over-70-wildfires-burn-in-northwestern-ontario/ THUNDER BAY — A Canada Day assault near Villa Street and Cumberland Street North has again forced Thunder Bay to confront a question the city has faced for years: are anti-racism commitments changing daily life for people who experience hate, or are they mainly creating reports, committees and statements after harm is already done?
Thunder Bay Police say officers responded just after 12:45 p.m. on July 1 to reports]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/racism-and-reputation-are-holding-thunder-bay-back-facing-both-is-essential-to-the-citys-future/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 16:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/racism-and-reputation-are-holding-thunder-bay-back-facing-both-is-essential-to-the-citys-future/ FORT FRANCES — Scheduled passenger air service returns to Fort Frances today as Thunder Bay-based North Star Air begins flights linking the Rainy River District with Thunder Bay.
The new route launches today, Monday, July 6, with three weekly flights between Fort Frances and Thunder Bay, restoring an important regional transportation connection for residents, businesses, students, medical travellers, Indigenous communities]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/north-star-air-begins-fort-francesthunder-bay-flights-restoring-regional-air-service/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/north-star-air-begins-fort-francesthunder-bay-flights-restoring-regional-air-service/ KENORA — Kenora OPP are urging cottage owners and visitors to take fire safety seriously after officers responded to two recent cottage fires on Coney Island and Scotty’s Island.
Police say the start of cottage season brings more people back to seasonal properties, increasing the risk of fires, especially in remote or island locations where access challenges can delay emergency response.
Island and remote properties]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-urge-cottage-fire-safety-after-fires-on-coney-island-and-scottys-island/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-urge-cottage-fire-safety-after-fires-on-coney-island-and-scottys-island/ KENORA — Ontario Provincial Police are asking for public assistance as they investigate a copper wire theft that damaged communication lines near the rail tracks in the area of 600 Transmitter Road.
Kenora OPP say Bell Canada workers discovered the damage on June 19, 2026, after receiving a service disruption alert earlier that morning.
Cutting tool found lodged in cable
Police say Bell workers attended the a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-seek-tips-after-copper-wire-theft-damages-lines-near-transmitter-road/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:53:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-opp-seek-tips-after-copper-wire-theft-damages-lines-near-transmitter-road/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region is reporting 76 active wildland fires as of the early evening of July 5, with five new fires confirmed across the region.
Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services says 16 fires are not under control, two are being held, nine are under control and 49 are being observed. Two fires were called out over the past 24 hours.
Five new fires confirmed July 5
Five]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-76-active-fires-including-new-starts-near-kakabeka-falls-and-slate-falls/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwest-fire-region-reports-76-active-fires-including-new-starts-near-kakabeka-falls-and-slate-falls/ THUNDER BAY — Climate News – Global emissions from biomass burning during the first half of 2026 were the lowest recorded for the period in the 24-year Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service fire-emissions dataset.
The finding offers a positive global snapshot, but Copernicus warns the trend could change quickly. Fire activity increased sharply in North America and Eurasia in late June, in]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/copernicus-reports-lowest-first-half-global-biomass-burning-emissions-since-2003/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/copernicus-reports-lowest-first-half-global-biomass-burning-emissions-since-2003/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Fire Rescue responded to two major structural fires on Sunday, July 5, with second alarms called at both scenes after crews reported heavy smoke and visible flames.
No injuries were reported in either fire.
Coppin Road home heavily damaged
The first fire was reported at about 9:30 a.m. at a residence on Coppin Road.
Fire crews responding to the call could see a large plume of black smoke from Hi]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-responded-to-two-major-structural-fires-sunday-with-no-injuries-reported/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 14:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-fire-rescue-responded-to-two-major-structural-fires-sunday-with-no-injuries-reported/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/our-kids-count-reaches-fundraising-goal-for-building-block-capital-campaign/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/our-kids-count-reaches-fundraising-goal-for-building-block-capital-campaign/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/veterinary-tranquillizer-in-more-than-70-per-cent-of-recent-thunder-bay-ont-drug-samples/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/veterinary-tranquillizer-in-more-than-70-per-cent-of-recent-thunder-bay-ont-drug-samples/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/veterinary-tranquillizer-in-more-than-70-of-recent-thunder-bay-ont-drug-samples/Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/veterinary-tranquillizer-in-more-than-70-of-recent-thunder-bay-ont-drug-samples/ Vehicle Type Affects Insurance Cost
The type of car you drive gives insurers an early idea o]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-insurance-premiums-differ-for-hatchbacks-sedans-and-suvs/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-insurance-premiums-differ-for-hatchbacks-sedans-and-suvs/ The update, issued at 18:24 CDT, confirms three new wildland fires in the region.
Of the 74 active fires, 17 are not under control, four are being held, eight are under control, and 45 are being observed.
Three New Fires Confirmed July 4
Nipigon 25 — NIP025Nipigon 25 is located on a peninsula at the south en]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-4-2026-wildland-fire-update-74-active-fires-reported-in-northwest-region/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-4-2026-wildland-fire-update-74-active-fires-reported-in-northwest-region/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service is investigating a Canada Day assault that may have been racially motivated.
Police say they are aware of social media posts and comments about the incident.
Assault reported near Villa and Cumberland
Officers with the Primary Response Unit were called to the Villa Street and Cumberland Street North area just after 12:45 p.m. on July 1, 2026, following reports that an assault was taking place.
Poli]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-are-investigating-a-canada-day-assault-near-villa-street-and-cumberland-street-north/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 13:17:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-are-investigating-a-canada-day-assault-near-villa-street-and-cumberland-street-north/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-regional-health-sciences-centre-now-performing-simple-retinal-detachment-repair-surgeries/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-regional-health-sciences-centre-now-performing-simple-retinal-detachment-repair-surgeries/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/overdose-calls-to-paramedics-on-the-rise-in-several-ontario-cities-cbc-analysis-shows/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/overdose-calls-to-paramedics-on-the-rise-in-several-ontario-cities-cbc-analysis-shows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-a-handful-of-doctors-are-trying-to-improve-access-to-gender-affirming-care-in-the-northwest/Sun, 05 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-a-handful-of-doctors-are-trying-to-improve-access-to-gender-affirming-care-in-the-northwest/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kashechewan-evacuees-in-niagara-falls-ont-get-apology-from-mayor-over-homelessness-comments/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 19:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kashechewan-evacuees-in-niagara-falls-ont-get-apology-from-mayor-over-homelessness-comments/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/to-swat-or-not-these-scientists-suggest-we-rethink-our-fear-toward-insects/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/to-swat-or-not-these-scientists-suggest-we-rethink-our-fear-toward-insects/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/reeling-in-the-entries-for-cbc-thunder-bays-2026-show-us-your-fish-contest/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/reeling-in-the-entries-for-cbc-thunder-bays-2026-show-us-your-fish-contest/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/things-to-do-in-and-around-thunder-bay-this-weekend-july-3-5/Sat, 04 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/things-to-do-in-and-around-thunder-bay-this-weekend-july-3-5/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-to-weigh-guardrails-alternatives-to-contentious-labour-code-tool-hajdu/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 20:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-to-weigh-guardrails-alternatives-to-contentious-labour-code-tool-hajdu/ Fort Frances begins Friday with a cool and very humid morning, sitting near 12°C at 6:00 AM CDT. While the observed sky condition was not reported, the forecast points to a mix of sun and cloud through the day, with a chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms this afternoon. Temperatures will climb into the mid-20s, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-3-2026-fort-frances-weather-focus-cool-damp-start-before-warmth-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-3-2026-fort-frances-weather-focus-cool-damp-start-before-warmth-showers-and-thunderstorm-risk/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
At 7:00 AM EDT, Thunder Bay was reporting mostly cloudy skies and a temperature of 16.2°C. The d]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-3-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-mainly-cloudy-warm-and-humid-before-a-sunny-stretch/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/july-3-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-mainly-cloudy-warm-and-humid-before-a-sunny-stretch/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/solidarity-walk-in-downtown-niagara-falls-ont-friday-aims-to-support-kashechewan-evacuees/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/solidarity-walk-in-downtown-niagara-falls-ont-friday-aims-to-support-kashechewan-evacuees/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/snapping-turtle-spotted-laying-eggs-at-chippewa-park/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/snapping-turtle-spotted-laying-eggs-at-chippewa-park/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-a-trap-stopping-invasive-sea-lamprey/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/its-a-trap-stopping-invasive-sea-lamprey/ THUNDER BAY — A popular summer tradition returns to one of Thunder Bay’s most historic green spaces this July, as the Coalition for Waverley Park launches the 2026 Waverley Park Summer Concert Series.
Weekly Monday Night Concerts at the Waverley Park Bandshell
The free concert series begins Monday, July 6, and continues every Monday evening through Aug. 24 at the Waverley Park bandshell. Performances begin at 6:30 p.m., weather]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/free-waverley-park-summer-concert-series-returns-july-6-with-local-thunder-bay-musicians/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/free-waverley-park-summer-concert-series-returns-july-6-with-local-thunder-bay-musicians/ Advancing a critical meta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/unlocking-the-north-caribou-terrane/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:13:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/unlocking-the-north-caribou-terrane/ The growing adoption of code obfuscation reflects the increasing need to protect application source code and compiled]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-readable-code-to-stronger-protection-understanding-code-obfuscation/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 03:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/from-readable-code-to-stronger-protection-understanding-code-obfuscation/ At the time of this update, there are 73 active wildland fires burning across the region. Of these fires, 20 are not under control, four are being held, six are under control, and 43 are being observed. Two fires were called out over the past 24 hours.
Northwest Region Fire Summary
Current active fire s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2026-northwest-district-wildfire-update-no-new-fires-confirmed-73-active-fires-across-the-region/Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:44:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2026-northwest-district-wildfire-update-no-new-fires-confirmed-73-active-fires-across-the-region/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-rated-movers-in-montreal-for-a-stress-free-move/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:57:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/top-rated-movers-in-montreal-for-a-stress-free-move/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nearly-600-wildfire-evacuees-from-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-staying-in-toronto/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:16:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nearly-600-wildfire-evacuees-from-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-staying-in-toronto/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nearly-600-wildfire-evacuees-from-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-in-toronto/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 22:04:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nearly-600-wildfire-evacuees-from-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-in-toronto/ THUNDER BAY — The best grocery value in Thunder Bay this week is in summer produce, pork, basic pantry items, bread, rice, frozen meal helpers and select local-food options. Shoppers should watch membership pricing, app-only offers and quantity limits, and should confirm shelf tags before checkout because some flyers are regional.
Best deals to build the week around
The strongest week-long plan is simpl]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-july-2-8-meat-produce-pantry-and-local-market-savings/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-grocery-deals-july-2-8-meat-produce-pantry-and-local-market-savings/ THUNDER BAY — Aviation, Forest Fire and Emergency Services reports 76 active wildland fires in Ontario’s Northwest Fire Region as of the evening of July 1, 2026.
The July 1 update, issued at 18:25 CDT, confirms four new fires by early evening, along with two additional fires that were confirmed late on June 30 after the previous report.
Of the 76 active fires, 31 are not under control, two are being held, five are unde]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-reports-76-active-wildland-fires-in-the-northwest-fire-region-as-of-july-1-2026-with-new-fires-near-pickle-lake-armstrong-webequie-atikokan/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 13:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-reports-76-active-wildland-fires-in-the-northwest-fire-region-as-of-july-1-2026-with-new-fires-near-pickle-lake-armstrong-webequie-atikokan/ THUNDER BAY — A Thunder Bay man is facing impaired and dangerous driving charges after Ontario Provincial Police received multiple 911 calls about a vehicle in a construction zone south of the Thunder Bay airport.
Thunder Bay OPP say the calls came in on June 24, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m. The reports involved a possible impaired driver on Highway 61, in the active construction zone.
Police stop vehicle aft]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-charge-a-48-year-old-man-with-impaired-and-dangerous-driving-after-multiple-911-calls/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 12:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-charge-a-48-year-old-man-with-impaired-and-dangerous-driving-after-multiple-911-calls/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-pushed-ahead-with-strong-mayor-powers-expansion-despite-predominantly-negative-feedback/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-pushed-ahead-with-strong-mayor-powers-expansion-despite-predominantly-negative-feedback/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/39m-in-federal-funds-to-support-repairs-to-aging-northern-ontario-facilities/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/39m-in-federal-funds-to-support-repairs-to-aging-northern-ontario-facilities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/39-m-in-federal-funds-to-support-repairs-to-aging-northern-ontario-facilities/Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/39-m-in-federal-funds-to-support-repairs-to-aging-northern-ontario-facilities/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-multiculturalism-a-plus-it-is-in-canada-helping-boost-its-identity-new-report-indicates/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/is-multiculturalism-a-plus-it-is-in-canada-helping-boost-its-identity-new-report-indicates/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-on-for-canada-day-2026-in-thunder-bay/Wed, 01 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/whats-on-for-canada-day-2026-in-thunder-bay/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-warnings-in-effect-for-thunder-bay-parts-of-northwestern-ontario/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 16:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/heat-warnings-in-effect-for-thunder-bay-parts-of-northwestern-ontario/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 7:08 AM EDT, Thunder Bay wa]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-30-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-yellow-heat-warning-begins-as-june-ends-hot-and-humid/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-30-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-yellow-heat-warning-begins-as-june-ends-hot-and-humid/ THUNDER BAY — The City of Thunder Bay is supporting emergency evacuation efforts for Kasabonika Lake First Nation as active wildfires in the region affect air quality, visibility and community safety.
At the request of emergency management partners, Thunder Bay International Airport is serving as a hub for evacuation operations, helping move approximately 450 community members onward to Toronto.
Thunder Bay airport ser]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-supports-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-wildfire-evacuation-through-airport-hub/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-supports-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-wildfire-evacuation-through-airport-hub/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK – Thunder Bay is about to shift from a long, slow spring and a hesitant start to summer into the first major heat event of the season. It may not feel especially hot right now, but the weather service says hotter and more humid air is on the way as June closes and July begins.
A moderate-impact heat event is expected to begin Tuesday and continue throu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-june-ends-with-heat-wave-as-july-opens-hot-and-humid/Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:08:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-june-ends-with-heat-wave-as-july-opens-hot-and-humid/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-effort-continues-in-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-ont/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-effort-continues-in-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-continues-for-members-of-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-ont/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 23:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/evacuation-continues-for-members-of-kasabonika-lake-first-nation-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-weather-forecast-for-northwestern-ontario/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 22:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/severe-weather-forecast-for-northwestern-ontario/ THUNDER BAY — Nishnawbe Aski Nation Grand Chief Alvin Fiddler is calling for compassion and respect for Kashechewan First Nation evacuees who have been housed in Niagara Falls for months after a critical infrastructure failure forced them from their homes.
Fiddler’s statement follows comments made during a Niagara Falls council discussion on an unhoused action plan that, according to NAN and Kashechewan First Nation]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nan-urges-compassion-for-kashechewan-evacuees-displaced-in-niagara-falls/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nan-urges-compassion-for-kashechewan-evacuees-displaced-in-niagara-falls/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK ALERT – Monday, June 29, 2026 — The City of Thunder Bay is under a Yellow Watch – Severe Thunderstorm, with Environment Canada reporting a high impact level and moderate forecast confidence. Conditions are favourable for severe thunderstorms this evening and overnight, with risks including damaging winds, large hail, heavy rain, and possible utility outages.
There are To]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weather-desk-alert-yellow-severe-thunderstorm-watch-issued-for-thunder-bay/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weather-desk-alert-yellow-severe-thunderstorm-watch-issued-for-thunder-bay/ Fort Frances – Emo – Rainy River are under an Orange Watch – Tornado for Monday, June 29, 2026. The alert carries a high impact level and high forecast confidence, with conditions favourable for severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes.
At 11:00 AM CDT, Fort Frances was already warm and humid at 21.7°C, with a humidex of 28. Pressure was falling at 100.7 kPa, and southeast winds]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weather-alert-tornado-watch-in-effect-for-fort-frances-emo-rainy-river-and-atikokan/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:49:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/weather-alert-tornado-watch-in-effect-for-fort-frances-emo-rainy-river-and-atikokan/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER DESK – Dryden and Vermilion Bay are under an Orange Alert for a Tornado Watch this Monday, as conditions become favourable for severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes, damaging winds, large hail, and torrential rain.
As of late morning, the region is already warm and humid, with temperatures near 24°C and a humidex of 30. The atmos]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-watch-in-effect-for-dryden-and-vermilion-bay-region/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/tornado-watch-in-effect-for-dryden-and-vermilion-bay-region/ THUNDER BAY — A Thunder Bay Police Service investigation has led to the seizure of a revolver-style handgun, more than 1.5 kilograms of suspected fentanyl and more than $5,000 in cash.
Police say officers with the Primary Response Unit were called to a business on Memorial Avenue on June 23, 2026, after receiving a call for service involving an individual who may have been in possession of a firearm.
Suspect]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seize-suspected-fentanyl-firearm-and-cash-after-memorial-avenue-call/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:29:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-seize-suspected-fentanyl-firearm-and-cash-after-memorial-avenue-call/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police Service is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 33-year-old Leanne Barkman.
Police say Barkman is described as an Indigenous woman, standing five-foot-four and weighing about 160 pounds. She has shoulder-length straight brown hair with blonde highlights and brown eyes.
Police release clothing description
Barkman is known to usually wear black sunglasses.
She was last seen wea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-ask-for-help-locating-missing-33-year-old-leanne-barkman/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 15:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-ask-for-help-locating-missing-33-year-old-leanne-barkman/ Thunder Bay – I am unlikely to make many friends in the policing world with this article, and I stopped caring long ago about the opinions of management or those of union leadership. But it will not stop me from recognizing the work many of them do, work that is often taken for granted and should never be.
We have been fed a narrative about this city’s police service that should be unacceptable, yet those in a position to challenge it, largely remain silent. The things s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/racist-acts-or-serious-acts-of-bravery/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 14:46:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/racist-acts-or-serious-acts-of-bravery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-research-suggests-invasive-spotted-lanternfly-may-be-able-to-survive-canadian-winters/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-research-suggests-invasive-spotted-lanternfly-may-be-able-to-survive-canadian-winters/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-service-extends-foot-patrol-pilot-program-to-address-downtown-safety-concerns/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-service-extends-foot-patrol-pilot-program-to-address-downtown-safety-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/over-1-in-5-people-in-these-northwestern-ontario-communities-face-food-insecurity/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/over-1-in-5-people-in-these-northwestern-ontario-communities-face-food-insecurity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-than-1-in-5-people-in-these-northwestern-ontario-communities-face-food-insecurity/Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/more-than-1-in-5-people-in-these-northwestern-ontario-communities-face-food-insecurity/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-prompt-first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario-to-order-vulnerable-residents-to-leave/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 22:09:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/wildfires-prompt-first-nation-in-northwestern-ontario-to-order-vulnerable-residents-to-leave/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/changes-are-coming-to-auto-insurance-policies-in-ontario-heres-what-you-need-to-know/Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/changes-are-coming-to-auto-insurance-policies-in-ontario-heres-what-you-need-to-know/ THUNDER BAY — Ring the bell, Thunder Bay. Hannibal and Great North Wrestling are coming back, and the spotlight is set to shine on a homegrown wrestling legend.
Great North Wrestling will return to Fort William Gardens on Saturday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m., with a card headlined by what organizers are billing as Vampiro’s Canadian retirement match against former WWE star Chris Masters.
Vampiro set for final Canadian match in his]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/great-north-wrestling-returns-to-thunder-bay-with-vampiros-final-canadian-match/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/great-north-wrestling-returns-to-thunder-bay-with-vampiros-final-canadian-match/ ROCHESTER, Minn. — The Thunder Bay Border Cats came out swinging Friday night, jumped all over the Rochester Honkers early and rode a huge offensive start to a 15-7 win at Mayo Field.
Thunder Bay built a commanding 12-0 lead after three innings and never looked back, improving to 15-16 on the season. Rochester dropped to 17-14.
Hadley sets the tone with first-inning homer
Ayden Hadley of Sacramento State University got the part]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-border-cats-hot-bats-blast-rochester-honkers-15-7/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-border-cats-hot-bats-blast-rochester-honkers-15-7/ THUNDER BAY — Two Thunder Bay residents are facing aggravated assault charges following a Thunder Bay Police Service Primary Response Unit investigation into an incident in the Bay Street area.
Police say officers were called to the area on June 24, 2026, after receiving a report of an assault. When officers arrived, they located an injured male, who was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Two suspects arrested af]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-thunder-bay-residents-charged-with-aggravated-assault-after-bay-street-incident/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:07:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-thunder-bay-residents-charged-with-aggravated-assault-after-bay-street-incident/ THUNDER BAY — A Northern Ontario miner has struck gold in more ways than one.Robert Precious had just finished an underground shift at Agnico Eagle’s Macassa gold mine in Kirkland Lake late Friday afternoon when he learned he had won the June Thunder Bay 50/50 grand prize — a record-breaking $2,529,382.
Life-changing win for New Liskeard family
Precious, a father of four from New Liskeard, was unsure at first whet]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-liskeard-miner-wins-record-252m-thunder-bay-5050-june-jackpot/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:59:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/new-liskeard-miner-wins-record-252m-thunder-bay-5050-june-jackpot/ ORILLIA — The Ontario Provincial Police are urging residents and visitors to drive sober, stay alert and buckle up as Canada Day week brings heavier traffic to highways, waterways and trails across the province.
The OPP says 164 people have died in collisions on OPP-patrolled roads so far this year, with speeding, impairment by alcohol or drugs, distracted driving and failure to wear a seatbelt continuing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-urge-safe-driving-boating-and-off-road-choices-during-canada-day-week/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-urge-safe-driving-boating-and-off-road-choices-during-canada-day-week/ THUNDER BAY — Thunder Bay Police are asking residents to take a more active role in preventing and reporting property crime, including theft, vandalism, yard theft and bike theft.
Police say timely reporting helps officers identify trends, recover stolen property and build more accurate crime statistics for neighbourhoods across the city. While posting about a theft on social media can alert neighbours, police]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-urge-residents-to-report-theft-vandalism-and-bike-theft/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-urge-residents-to-report-theft-vandalism-and-bike-theft/ GREATER TORONTO AREA — Ontario Provincial Police say an OPP-led guns and gangs investigation has resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine and prescription opioids with an estimated street value of $4.7 million.
The Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team, working with Halton Regional Police and other police services, says four people are facing drug trafficking-related charges after search warr]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-led-investigation-seizes-47m-in-suspected-drugs-including-46-kg-of-cocaine/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opp-led-investigation-seizes-47m-in-suspected-drugs-including-46-kg-of-cocaine/ TORONTO — Gavin McKenna is taking his blue-and-white colours to one of hockey’s biggest stages.
The Toronto Maple Leafs selected the Whitehorse-born winger with the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL Draft on Friday night in Buffalo, giving the Original Six franchise a new cornerstone talent after a difficult season and major front-office changes.
Justin Bieber announces Toronto’s top pick
The selection was announced by C]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-maple-leafs-select-whitehorse-winger-gavin-mckenna-first-overall-in-nhl-draft/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/toronto-maple-leafs-select-whitehorse-winger-gavin-mckenna-first-overall-in-nhl-draft/ WINNIPEG — The Winnipeg Police Service says it has increased enforcement and outreach in neighbourhoods seeing higher levels of open drug use and drug trafficking in public spaces.
Police say the strategy is being driven by community concerns over safety, public disorder and the visible impact of addiction in affected neighbourhoods. The service says its focus is on disrupting people who profit from addiction]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winnipeg-police-increase-enforcement-and-outreach-over-open-drug-use-in-public-spaces/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/winnipeg-police-increase-enforcement-and-outreach-over-open-drug-use-in-public-spaces/ Nicholas Mirisis has officially been elected as Chapter Forum Officer, with his new leadership term beginning July 1 following the election held on June 23. The election marks an important leadership milestone and reflects growing recognition of Mirisis’ contributions to executive leadership, professional development, and collaborative problem-solving within the business community.
The Chapter Forum Officer position carries significant responsibility in supporting member enga]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nicholas-mirisis-officially-elected-chapter-forum-officer-expanding-his-leadership-role-within-the-executive-community/Sat, 27 Jun 2026 00:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/nicholas-mirisis-officially-elected-chapter-forum-officer-expanding-his-leadership-role-within-the-executive-community/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-set-to-start-on-first-road-to-ontarios-ring-of-fire-mineral-deposit/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 17:45:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/construction-set-to-start-on-first-road-to-ontarios-ring-of-fire-mineral-deposit/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-leaders-react-to-possible-fast-tracking-of-nuclear-waste-repository/Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-leaders-react-to-possible-fast-tracking-of-nuclear-waste-repository/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/east-end-businesses-react-to-upcoming-closing-of-pacific-avenue-overpass/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 19:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/east-end-businesses-react-to-upcoming-closing-of-pacific-avenue-overpass/ KENORA – WEATHER – Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region are off to a milder start this Thursday compared with some of the chillier mornings earlier in the week. At 7:00 AM CDT, Kenora Airport reported 16.2°C under partly cloudy skies. The day ahead brings a mix of sun and cloud, but showers may develop this afternoon, along with a risk of thunderstorms.
Toda]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-for-june-25-2026-partly-cloudy-and-16c-early-high-24c/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-for-june-25-2026-partly-cloudy-and-16c-early-high-24c/ FORT FRANCES – WEATHER – Fort Frances begins Thursday with a very cool and damp early morning. The temperature at 6:00 AM CDT was 6.8°C, with humidity at 100 percent, light winds, and rising pressure. While the morning begins on the chilly side, the day will warm quickly, with sunshine giving way to mixed skies and a chance of afternoon showers.
Today’s Wea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fort-frances-weather-for-june-25-2026-chilly-7c-start-with-fog-patches-warming-to-24c/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/fort-frances-weather-for-june-25-2026-chilly-7c-start-with-fog-patches-warming-to-24c/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay begins Thursday with a chilly early-summer feel. The morning started near 7°C, and at 7:00 AM EDT, the temperature at Thunder Bay Airport was still only 8.7°C under mainly sunny skies.
While the day starts bright and calm, clouds will build, and the forecast includes a chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms this afterno]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-25-2026-chilly-79c-morning-start-mainly-sunny-early-high-21c/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-25-2026-chilly-79c-morning-start-mainly-sunny-early-high-21c/ THUNDER BAY — With grocery prices still putting pressure on household budgets, this week’s local flyers offer some useful stock-up opportunities on chicken, pork, pasta, summer produce, cooking oil and barbecue staples.
Statistics Canada reported food purchased from stores was up 4.3 per cent year over year in May, while transportation costs were up nine per cent — a reminder that the best grocery trip is often the one]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-june-25-july-1-meat-produce-pantry-and-local-food-savings/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:35:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/best-thunder-bay-grocery-deals-june-25-july-1-meat-produce-pantry-and-local-food-savings/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-small-canadian-cities-are-adopting-smart-technology-faster-than-ever/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:19:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/why-small-canadian-cities-are-adopting-smart-technology-faster-than-ever/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-mega-greatest-catch-bonus-buy-compares-to-big-bass-bonanza/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-mega-greatest-catch-bonus-buy-compares-to-big-bass-bonanza/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lake-of-the-woods-museum-in-kenora-ont-to-remain-open-during-upgrades-this-summer/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lake-of-the-woods-museum-in-kenora-ont-to-remain-open-during-upgrades-this-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/multimedia-exhibit-in-thunder-bay-ont-honours-indigenous-sixties-scoop-survivors/Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/multimedia-exhibit-in-thunder-bay-ont-honours-indigenous-sixties-scoop-survivors/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opg-hosts-thunder-bay-watch-party-with-fans-cheering-on-canada-in-world-cup-match-against-switzerland/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opg-hosts-thunder-bay-watch-party-with-fans-cheering-on-canada-in-world-cup-match-against-switzerland/ ATIKOKAN, Ont. — Two people are facing criminal charges after Ontario Provincial Police say officers found an identity document that did not belong to either of them during an investigation connected to a bail violation and warrant matter.
The Atikokan OPP detachment, assisted by the Rainy River District detachment’s Offender Management and Apprehension Program, was helping OPP in Thunder Bay on June 23 with a bail violat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-in-atikokan-after-opp-identity-document-and-bail-investigation/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-charged-in-atikokan-after-opp-identity-document-and-bail-investigation/ DRYDEN, Ont. — Three people are facing drug trafficking-related charges after an Ontario Provincial Police investigation led to a traffic stop on Highway 17 east of Dryden.
The Dryden OPP Community Street Crime Unit led the investigation, with assistance from the Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team, the OPP North West Region Emergency Response Team and members of the Dryden OPP detachment.
Traffic Stop Conducted E]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-people-charged-after-opp-drug-trafficking-investigation/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 23:03:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-people-charged-after-opp-drug-trafficking-investigation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opg-hosts-thunder-bay-watch-party-as-canada-faces-switzerland-in-world-cup/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 22:55:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/opg-hosts-thunder-bay-watch-party-as-canada-faces-switzerland-in-world-cup/ Canadian drivers visiting the U.S. may face additional challenges after an accident. Medical billing practices, insurance requirements, and fault standards often]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-your-rights-after-a-car-crash-in-the-us/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 20:30:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/what-are-your-rights-after-a-car-crash-in-the-us/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-push-to-have-3-northern-projects-fast-tracked-under-building-canada-act/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 16:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/feds-push-to-have-3-northern-projects-fast-tracked-under-building-canada-act/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER DESK – Thunder Bay starts Wednesday under mostly cloudy skies, with mild and damp conditions at the airport. The temperature is near 11°C, humidity is high, and pressure is falling, pointing to an unsettled weather pattern for the day.
Showers are likely at times, and there is a risk of thunderstorms through the afternoon and again this evening.
Today’s Weathe]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-24-2026-mostly-cloudy-and-11c-early/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 14:18:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-24-2026-mostly-cloudy-and-11c-early/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-air-carriers-first-nation-leaders-call-for-upgrades-at-remote-airports/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northern-ontario-air-carriers-first-nation-leaders-call-for-upgrades-at-remote-airports/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grassy-narrows-first-nation-demands-carney-apology-amid-60-year-mercury-crisis/Wed, 24 Jun 2026 01:54:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grassy-narrows-first-nation-demands-carney-apology-amid-60-year-mercury-crisis/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bright-fireball-in-sault-ste-marie-ont-skies-shocked-and-amazed-onlookers/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 23:01:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bright-fireball-in-sault-ste-marie-ont-skies-shocked-and-amazed-onlookers/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/provincial-police-continue-to-investigate-vandalism-at-dryden-ont-cemetery/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 20:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/provincial-police-continue-to-investigate-vandalism-at-dryden-ont-cemetery/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-swimmer-heads-to-national-trials-in-montral/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-swimmer-heads-to-national-trials-in-montral/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/coroners-jury-examining-kenora-ont-inmates-death-delivers-32-recommendations-many-heard-before/Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/coroners-jury-examining-kenora-ont-inmates-death-delivers-32-recommendations-many-heard-before/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-has-unveiled-mandatory-changes-for-schools-starting-this-fall-heres-what-you-need-to-know/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:39:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-has-unveiled-mandatory-changes-for-schools-starting-this-fall-heres-what-you-need-to-know/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/super-el-nio-could-bring-warmer-summer-to-thunder-bay-and-northwestern-ontario-expert-warns/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/super-el-nio-could-bring-warmer-summer-to-thunder-bay-and-northwestern-ontario-expert-warns/ Police presence expected on Thunder Bay’s north end
THUNDER BAY – NEWS – A visible police presence is expected in the Lanark Crescent area.
Thunder Bay Police Service officers were dispatched to the area around 12:45 AM on June 22, 2026, in response to a call for service.
No further information is available at this time.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
The Article Police presence expected on Thunder Bay’s north end by James Murray first appea]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-presence-expected-on-thunder-bays-north-end/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/police-presence-expected-on-thunder-bays-north-end/ Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) have become a popular way for individuals to invest in mutual funds. SIPs contributed an average of close to Rs 30,000 crore each month in FY25-26, up from  average of Rs 16,000 per month in FY23-24. (Source: AMFI)
SIPs have become popular due to their simplicity. They allow you to contribute a fixed amount at regular intervals, helping to build wealth over time with discipline. However, simply investing through SIPs is not enough, aligning th]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-do-sip-planning-for-short-term-vs-long-term-goals/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-do-sip-planning-for-short-term-vs-long-term-goals/ THUNDER BAY — For the second game in a row, Mother Nature stepped into the batter’s box at Port Arthur Stadium.
This time, the Thunder Bay Border Cats could not rally through the weather, as Sunday’s Father’s Day matchup against the Duluth Huskies was called because of rain in the bottom of the sixth inning.
Duluth took the decision 11-6 before a strong holiday crowd of 2,012 fans, ending Thunder Ba]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rain-wins-the-late-innings-as-border-cats-fall-11-6-to-duluth/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:22:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rain-wins-the-late-innings-as-border-cats-fall-11-6-to-duluth/ THUNDER BAY – POLITICS – Election season is upon us and the city is preparing to elect a new Mayor and at least several new members of Council.
One of the criticisms that I have often made is the lack of real knowledge of candidates and how often, name recognition appears more important than a policy position regarding whatever issues/challenges that this community may face.
Now, I do not present myself as a journalist. I am simply a columnist with opinions, but James Mu]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/voting-for-mayorcandidates-biographyplatform-moe-comuzzi/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/voting-for-mayorcandidates-biographyplatform-moe-comuzzi/ Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Kenora and the Lake of the Woods region begin Monday with a cool, calm, and partly cloudy start. The early morning temperature is sitting near 11°C, with light easterly winds and rising pressure, setting up a fairly pleasant day across cottage country, lake communities, and]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-22-2026-kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-focus-cool-calm-start-before-a-mixed-sky-monday/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-22-2026-kenora-and-lake-of-the-woods-weather-focus-cool-calm-start-before-a-mixed-sky-monday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-publishes-2025-sustainability-report/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:27:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/equinox-gold-publishes-2025-sustainability-report/ Thunder Bay – Weather Desk – Thunder Bay begins Monday with a crisp early-summer chill at 6°C, mainly sunny skies, and calm, fresh air over the city.
The day will warm nicely, with a mix of sun and cloud expected and a high near 21°C. The UV index will reach 7, or high, so sunshine breaks will still require proper sun protection.
Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 6:00 AM EDT]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-22-2026-mainly-sunny-and-6c-early-warming-to-21c-with-mixed-skies/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:24:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weather-for-june-22-2026-mainly-sunny-and-6c-early-warming-to-21c-with-mixed-skies/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/provincial-park-staff-rescue-in-distress-beaver-trapped-in-bridge-in-kakabeka-falls-ont/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/provincial-park-staff-rescue-in-distress-beaver-trapped-in-bridge-in-kakabeka-falls-ont/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-ont-hospital-refers-patients-to-manitoba-regional-sites-due-to-building-flood/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/kenora-ont-hospital-refers-patients-to-manitoba-regional-sites-due-to-building-flood/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-white-nationalist-group-visiting-canadian-locations-is-trying-to-normalize-extremism-says-a-former-neo-nazi/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-white-nationalist-group-visiting-canadian-locations-is-trying-to-normalize-extremism-says-a-former-neo-nazi/ On June 19, 2026, members of the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Offender Management and Apprehension Program (OMAP) began an investigation into an individual believed to be breaching court-ordered release conditions.
As a result of the investigation, police seized a quantity of suspected contro]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lake-helen-first-nation-man-faces-drug-trafficking-firearms-and-release-order-charges/Mon, 22 Jun 2026 01:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/lake-helen-first-nation-man-faces-drug-trafficking-firearms-and-release-order-charges/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 7:00 AM EDT, Thunder Bay is sitting at 11.1°C under partly cloudy skies. The air is nearly saturated, wit]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-21-2026-thunder-bays-national-indigenous-peoples-day-weather-brings-cool-air-clouds-and-shower-risk/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-21-2026-thunder-bays-national-indigenous-peoples-day-weather-brings-cool-air-clouds-and-shower-risk/ THUNDER BAY — The Thunder Bay Border Cats made the fans wait through a 91-minute lightning and rain delay Saturday night at Port Arthur Stadium. Then they made the wait worth every minute.
Trailing the Duluth Huskies 5-2 in the bottom of the eighth inning, the Cats erupted for five runs and roared back for a 7-5 win, pushing their record over .500 at 14-13 and improving their home mark to a sparkling 12-3.
Crites Delivers the Big S]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-rally-for-five-in-the-eighth-to-stun-duluth-7-5-at-port-arthur-stadium/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-rally-for-five-in-the-eighth-to-stun-duluth-7-5-at-port-arthur-stadium/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/geraldton-ont-hospital-hires-indigenous-care-co-ordinator-to-help-bridge-health-care-gaps/Sun, 21 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/geraldton-ont-hospital-hires-indigenous-care-co-ordinator-to-help-bridge-health-care-gaps/ THUNDER BAY — The Thunder Bay Border Cats are turning Port Arthur Stadium into a tough place for visiting clubs to breathe.
The Cats made it nine wins in their last 10 home games Friday night, grinding out a 7-6 victory over the Waterloo Bucks before 905 fans. With the win, Thunder Bay took three of four from Waterloo and pulled its record back to .500 at 13-13.
Fisher’s Eighth-Inning Bloop Sends Cats Home Happy
With the g]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-edge-waterloo-7-6-winning-nine-of-their-last-10-at-port-arthur-stadium/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:41:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-edge-waterloo-7-6-winning-nine-of-their-last-10-at-port-arthur-stadium/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – Thunder Bay starts this Saturday under mostly cloudy skies with a damp, cool feel in the air. As of 7:00 AM EDT, the temperature is 10.5°C, with humidity sitting high at 92 percent and a light southwest wind at 8 km/h. The barometric pressure is 101.2 kPa and falling, pointing]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-20-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-showers-cool-air-and-a-thunderstorm-risk/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-20-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-showers-cool-air-and-a-thunderstorm-risk/ The latest update from police, issued at 5:25 a.m., states that residents should remain inside their homes and that the public should avoid the area.
Members of the James Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shelter-in-place-remains-in-effect-in-constance-lake-first-nation/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/shelter-in-place-remains-in-effect-in-constance-lake-first-nation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-thunder-bay-company-is-flying-high-with-the-growth-of-its-helicopter-fleet/Sat, 20 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/a-thunder-bay-company-is-flying-high-with-the-growth-of-its-helicopter-fleet/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-presents-plans-for-re-routing-expanding-highway-1117-from-harbour-expressway-to-kakabeka/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 23:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/province-presents-plans-for-re-routing-expanding-highway-1117-from-harbour-expressway-to-kakabeka/ FIFA Estimations
Ahead of the 2026 World Cup, FIFA estimated Canada would enjoy up to $3.8 billion in “positive economic output” thanks to hosting the tournament. Not only is Canada set to]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-the-world-cup-is-impacting-canada/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:26:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-the-world-cup-is-impacting-canada/ Thunder Bay – WEATHER – Thunder Bay begins Friday with a crisp but bright morning, as mainly sunny skies and rising pressure bring a calmer start to the day. Temperatures are cool near 7°C, but conditions will warm steadily, with cloud cover expected to increase late this morning.
Today’s Weather Overview]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-19-2026-thunder-bay-weather-outlook-sunny-start-before-clouds-build-later-today/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-19-2026-thunder-bay-weather-outlook-sunny-start-before-clouds-build-later-today/ THUNDER BAY — The Thunder Bay Border Cats are making Port Arthur Stadium a tough place for visiting clubs to steal a win.
The Cats bounced back in the nightcap Thursday, taking down the Waterloo Bucks 9-5 to earn a split of their day-night doubleheader and notch their eighth win in their last nine home games.
Thunder Bay, now 12-13 on the season, dropped the opener in front of a lively School Day crowd of 2,425 before finding]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-beat-waterloo-9-5-winning-for-the-eighth-time-in-nine-home-games/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:21:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-beat-waterloo-9-5-winning-for-the-eighth-time-in-nine-home-games/ CALGARY — Two people who were wanted on Canada-wide warrants in connection with an Alberta financial crime investigation have been arrested in Ontario and returned to Alberta.
The RCMP Federal Policing Northwest Region’s Integrated Market Enforcement Team in Calgary says the arrests were made in Algonquin Highlands, Ont., with support from the Ontario Provincial Police.
The case involves allegations that n]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-fugitives-arrested-in-ontario-in-alberta-5m-investor-fraud-investigation/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 12:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/two-fugitives-arrested-in-ontario-in-alberta-5m-investor-fraud-investigation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-hamlet-launches-campaign-over-community-hall-ownership/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/northwestern-ontario-hamlet-launches-campaign-over-community-hall-ownership/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-questions-bill-c-37-as-ottawa-promises-action-on-decades-long-drinking-water-crisis/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/neskantaga-first-nation-questions-bill-c-37-as-ottawa-promises-action-on-decades-long-drinking-water-crisis/ OTTAWA — Canada’s federal bail and sentencing reform legislation is now law after Bill C-14, the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act, received Royal Assent on June 15.
The changes, which largely come into force July 15, will make bail harder to obtain in specified cases involving repeat violent offending, organized crime, home invasion, auto theft, human trafficking and extortion.
For Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario, the legislat]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bail-reform-is-now-law-as-bill-c-14-targets-repeat-violent-offenders-and-tougher-sentencing/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/bail-reform-is-now-law-as-bill-c-14-targets-repeat-violent-offenders-and-tougher-sentencing/ WINNIPEG — A 52-year-old Ontario man has been charged after police investigating a homicide in the Township of Greater Madawaska uncovered information about an alleged threat to a downtown Winnipeg business.
The case spans Ontario and Manitoba and underscores the importance of cross-provincial policing when public safety threats move across jurisdictional lines.
OPP say homicide investigation led police to Winnipeg
Onta]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-homicide-probe-leads-to-winnipeg-arrest-threat-charges-and-first-degree-murder-charge/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:38:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-homicide-probe-leads-to-winnipeg-arrest-threat-charges-and-first-degree-murder-charge/ FORT FRANCES — Three Fort Frances-area residents are facing drug-related charges after police executed a search warrant at an Osborne Street apartment on June 17.
Ontario Provincial Police say officers seized suspected fentanyl and cocaine, currency and trafficking-related property with an estimated combined street value of $42,000.
The case is part of continuing police enforcement aimed at drug trafficking in the Rainy River]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-charged-after-opp-seize-suspected-fentanyl-and-cocaine-in-fort-frances-drug-bust/Fri, 19 Jun 2026 02:33:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/three-charged-after-opp-seize-suspected-fentanyl-and-cocaine-in-fort-frances-drug-bust/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-compares-new-thunder-bay-ont-jail-to-four-seasons-hotel-after-latest-inmate-inquest/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 21:48:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-compares-new-thunder-bay-ont-jail-to-four-seasons-hotel-after-latest-inmate-inquest/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-art-gallery-pauses-construction-of-new-75m-waterfront-building/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 17:58:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-art-gallery-pauses-construction-of-new-75m-waterfront-building/ Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nation say they’ve authorized the project, but only if First Mining Gold meets 35 negotiated terms.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-first-nations-say-theyve-completed-ontarios-first-anishinaabe-led-impact-assessment/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/these-first-nations-say-theyve-completed-ontarios-first-anishinaabe-led-impact-assessment/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/step-back-in-time-thunder-bays-history-on-foot/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/step-back-in-time-thunder-bays-history-on-foot/ Cat Lake First Nation and Lac Seul First Nation say they’ve authorized the project, but only if First Mining Gold meets 35 negotiated terms.]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-first-nations-say-ontarios-1st-anishinaabe-led-impact-assessment-is-done-possibly-allowing-mining-project/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/2-first-nations-say-ontarios-1st-anishinaabe-led-impact-assessment-is-done-possibly-allowing-mining-project/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/uncollected-used-tires-a-widespread-provincial-issue-according-to-dealers-association/Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:05:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/uncollected-used-tires-a-widespread-provincial-issue-according-to-dealers-association/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 8:00 AM EDT at Thunder Bay Airport, the temperature is 8.0°C, with a dew point of 7.3°C, making the morning feel cool a]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-17-2026-thunder-bay-starts-cool-and-cloudy-with-showers-possible/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-17-2026-thunder-bay-starts-cool-and-cloudy-with-showers-possible/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-place-for-hate-or-divisiveness-politicians-condemn-white-nationalist-groups-visit-to-northern-ontario-2/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-place-for-hate-or-divisiveness-politicians-condemn-white-nationalist-groups-visit-to-northern-ontario-2/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-place-for-hate-or-divisiveness-politicians-condemn-white-nationalist-groups-visit-to-northern-ontario/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/no-place-for-hate-or-divisiveness-politicians-condemn-white-nationalist-groups-visit-to-northern-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grand-council-treaty-3-ramps-up-zebra-mussel-monitoring-as-invasive-species-threat-grows/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/grand-council-treaty-3-ramps-up-zebra-mussel-monitoring-as-invasive-species-threat-grows/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-28m-in-thunder-bay-and-marathon-ports-to-boost-northern-trade/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-invests-28m-in-thunder-bay-and-marathon-ports-to-boost-northern-trade/ THUNDER BAY — Premier Doug Ford visited the Port Arthur Health Centre in Thunder Bay today to highlight provincial funding aimed at connecting more residents to family doctors, nurse practitioners and primary care teams.
The province says the clinic has received $958,500 through Ontario’s $3.4-billion Primary Care Action Plan and has already signed up more than 8,000 patients since August 2025 — nearly three times]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-highlights-thunder-bay-primary-care-funding-as-clinic-connects-more-than-8000-patients/Wed, 17 Jun 2026 00:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-highlights-thunder-bay-primary-care-funding-as-clinic-connects-more-than-8000-patients/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-language-interpreter-at-queens-park-remembered-for-tireless-advocacy/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 21:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/indigenous-language-interpreter-at-queens-park-remembered-for-tireless-advocacy/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/keewaytinook-okimakanak-ehealth-launches-specialized-retinal-screening-program-for-remote-first-nations/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/keewaytinook-okimakanak-ehealth-launches-specialized-retinal-screening-program-for-remote-first-nations/ THUNDER BAY — Ontario is investing more than $2.8 million in port infrastructure in Thunder Bay and Marathon as part of a broader push to strengthen domestic supply chains, expand east-west trade corridors and reduce reliance on U.S. markets.
Funding targets Thunder Bay and Marathon port facilities
The province announced June 16 that it is providing $2,804,955 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corpo]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-ontario-invests-28m-in-thunder-bay-and-marathon-port-upgrades-to-boost-trade/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 20:34:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/premier-doug-ford-ontario-invests-28m-in-thunder-bay-and-marathon-port-upgrades-to-boost-trade/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/liberal-government-tables-first-nations-clean-drinking-water-legislation/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 17:15:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/liberal-government-tables-first-nations-clean-drinking-water-legislation/ THUNDER BAY — Mining has long been one of Northern Ontario’s economic foundations. In 2026, with gold, silver, copper and critical minerals attracting global attention, the question for Ontario is no longer whether mining matters. It is whether the province can turn mineral wealth into long-term jobs, Indigenous partnerships, processing capacity, infrastructure and regional prosperity.
Preci]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-maximize-mining-opportunities-in-ontario/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:06:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-to-maximize-mining-opportunities-in-ontario/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-igaming-is-becoming-part-of-the-digital-entertainment-industry/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-igaming-is-becoming-part-of-the-digital-entertainment-industry/ The good news: the forecast improves later in the week. After a cloudy and unsettled Tuesday, Wednesday brings a mix of sun and cloud, Thursday carries another shower chance, and Friday looks l]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-16-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-cool-cloudy-and-damp-before-a-brighter-friday/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:11:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-16-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-cool-cloudy-and-damp-before-a-brighter-friday/ In supply chains, healthcare, and manufacturing, automating data capture has become essential. Research shows manual entry causes operational friction, human error, and costly delays. To address this, organizations are adopting high-density 2D barcodes to securely encode critical information.
Extracting encoded data and routing it directly into database fields transform]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-strategic-guide-to-automating-data-extraction-from-data-matrix-barcodes-into-database-fields/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/the-strategic-guide-to-automating-data-extraction-from-data-matrix-barcodes-into-database-fields/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ea-automatic-introduces-data-driven-automated-trading-solutions-focused-on-risk-management/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 13:36:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ea-automatic-introduces-data-driven-automated-trading-solutions-focused-on-risk-management/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-administration-updating-council-on-dealing-with-emerald-ash-borer-infestation/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/city-administration-updating-council-on-dealing-with-emerald-ash-borer-infestation/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-chief-responds-to-missing-persons-concerns/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-police-chief-responds-to-missing-persons-concerns/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-canadians-are-crowdfunding-their-way-through-the-cost-of-living-crisis/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/some-canadians-are-crowdfunding-their-way-through-the-cost-of-living-crisis/ The decision matters across Northwestern Ontario because it reinforces that small municipalities, like larger public bodies, remain bound by Ontario’s Human Rights Code when providing public s]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-divisional-court-dismisses-emo-judicial-review-in-borderland-pride-case/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 01:02:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ontario-divisional-court-dismisses-emo-judicial-review-in-borderland-pride-case/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sister-of-5-children-killed-in-elmira-ont-area-crash-details-unimaginable-reality-of-loss/Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:28:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sister-of-5-children-killed-in-elmira-ont-area-crash-details-unimaginable-reality-of-loss/ Thunder Bay / RAITH – National News — A Brampton man is facing four counts of attempted murder and numerous other charges after Ontario Provincial Police say a van fled from officers on Highway 11-17 west of Thunder Bay and later struck three police vehicles during an arrest near Raith.
Police Say Van Failed To Stop On Highway 11-17
Thunder Bay OPP and officers from the Shabaqua satellite detachment we]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-lay-attempted-murder-charges-after-highway-11-17-arrest-near-raith/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 23:42:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-opp-lay-attempted-murder-charges-after-highway-11-17-arrest-near-raith/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-councillors-to-get-update-on-proposed-waterfront-trail-extension-on-tuesday/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 11:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-councillors-to-get-update-on-proposed-waterfront-trail-extension-on-tuesday/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/scheduled-flights-between-fort-frances-ont-and-thunder-bay-to-return-this-summer/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/scheduled-flights-between-fort-frances-ont-and-thunder-bay-to-return-this-summer/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ring-rescue-device-featured-on-the-pitt-now-used-at-thunder-bay-hospital/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ring-rescue-device-featured-on-the-pitt-now-used-at-thunder-bay-hospital/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rural-ontario-communities-reeling-with-grief-after-crash-that-killed-5-children/Mon, 15 Jun 2026 01:37:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/rural-ontario-communities-reeling-with-grief-after-crash-that-killed-5-children/ Today’s Weather Overview
Current Conditions
As of 7:00 AM EDT Sunday, June 14, 2026, Thunder Bay is reporting mostly cloudy skies with a temperature of 9.2°C. The dew point is 4.9]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-14-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-cool-start-breezy-northwest-winds-and-a-few-showers-possible/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:56:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/june-14-2026-thunder-bay-weather-focus-cool-start-breezy-northwest-winds-and-a-few-showers-possible/ As a result, many transportation and logistics companies are turning to ex]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-transportation-consultants-help-improve-operational-performance/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 13:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/how-transportation-consultants-help-improve-operational-performance/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/forestry-consortium-first-nation-family-heading-to-listening-circle-amid-more-possible-ontario-court-action/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/forestry-consortium-first-nation-family-heading-to-listening-circle-amid-more-possible-ontario-court-action/ First let me go off on a little sarcastic rant. For many articles, I have covered off the issue of police being the number one target of the public. Pick a societal challenge and you can be sure police are to blame.
You must commend our local police organization for ensuring that every]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-protecting-rabbits-not-people/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:14:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/canada-protecting-rabbits-not-people/ THUNDER BAY – WEATHER – It is the weekend, and a little “Liquid Sunshine” should not dampen the day. Thunder Bay is waking up to light rain showers and cool June temperatures, but there is still plenty to see and do outdoors, especially at Thunder Bay Mining Day at Marina Park, where families can explore hands-on mining displays, activities, exhibits, and the importance of min]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weekend-weather-forecast-for-june-1315-2026-light-rain-showers-gusty-west-winds/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 14:10:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/thunder-bay-weekend-weather-forecast-for-june-1315-2026-light-rain-showers-gusty-west-winds/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-mobile-walk-in-clinic-in-thunder-bay-ont-aims-to-make-health-care-less-intimidating/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/this-mobile-walk-in-clinic-in-thunder-bay-ont-aims-to-make-health-care-less-intimidating/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/female-and-non-binary-youth-learn-firefighting-skills-as-camp-molly-returns-for-second-year/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/female-and-non-binary-youth-learn-firefighting-skills-as-camp-molly-returns-for-second-year/ THUNDER BAY — The St. Cloud Rox came into Port Arthur Stadium sitting atop the Northwoods League and perhaps thinking the Thunder Bay Border Cats were due for a declawing. Not at the old ballpark on Friday night.
For the second night in a row, the Cats had the louder bats, the sharper finish and the home crowd behind them, knocking off St. Cloud 10-5 before heading out on a short road trip. The win followed Thursday’s 13]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-beat-league-leading-st-cloud-rox-10-5-to-sweep-two-game-series/Sat, 13 Jun 2026 04:20:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/border-cats-beat-league-leading-st-cloud-rox-10-5-to-sweep-two-game-series/https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hamiltonburlington-spca-brings-much-needed-care-to-pet-owners-in-northwestern-ontarios-veterinary-desert/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:43:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/hamiltonburlington-spca-brings-much-needed-care-to-pet-owners-in-northwestern-ontarios-veterinary-desert/ IGNACE — Two Ignace residents are facing drug and firearms-related charges after Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant at a West Street residence in the Township of Ignace.
Ontario Provincial Police say the warrant was carried out just after 4 p.m. CDT on June 9, 2026.
The investigation resulted in the seizure of suspected methamphetamine, cocaine, crack cocaine, prescription medication, psilocybin and evidence police]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ignace-residents-face-drug-and-firearms-charges-after-opp-search-warrant-on-west-street/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 17:12:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/ignace-residents-face-drug-and-firearms-charges-after-opp-search-warrant-on-west-street/ THUNDER BAY — Politics – The 2026 municipal election campaign is already underway, and candidates seeking a seat around Thunder Bay’s council table have a narrow window to define who they are, what they stand for and how they would govern.
Election day is Monday, Oct. 26. Nominations opened May 1 and close at 2 p.m. on Aug. 21. The City Clerk will certify candidates by Aug. 24, and the new term of cou]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/so-you-want-to-run-for-thunder-bay-city-council/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:50:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/so-you-want-to-run-for-thunder-bay-city-council/ THUNDER BAY – LEGAL — When you filled out the 2026 Census, did you feel that this year’s questions were far more personal than in past years?
An Alberta couple has filed a challenge to what they feel are the deeply intrusive nature of the 2026 Census.
A constitutional challenge filed in Federal Court is raising questions about how far Ottawa can go in requiring Canadians to disclose personal informatio]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/constitutional-challenge-targets-mandatory-personal-questions-in-canadas-2026-census/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:40:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/constitutional-challenge-targets-mandatory-personal-questions-in-canadas-2026-census/ THUNDER BAY — Kiiwetinoong MPP Sol Mamakwa is renewing his call for Ontario to permanently close the aging Thunder Bay District Jail, saying the facility has failed inmates, families, staff and Indigenous communities for too long.
The call comes as the inquest into the 2020 death of Kevin Mamakwa, 27, of Kingfisher Lake First Nation, concluded in Thunder Bay this week. Kevin Mamakwa died on June 2, 2020, while in custody]]>https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sol-mamakwa-renews-call-to-permanently-close-thunder-bay-district-jail-after-inquest/Fri, 12 Jun 2026 16:31:00 +0200https://www.newslocker.com/en-ca/region/thunder-bay/sol-mamakwa-renews-call-to-permanently-close-thunder-bay-district-jail-after-inquest/