New accessible trail system and amenities will enhance outdoor recreation for residents and visitors to enjoy News Release | July 9th, 2026 THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is investing $320,090 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) to help the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority (LRCA) upgrade the Mills Block Conservation Area. As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario, the province is making strategic investments to help northern co

Funding rewards municipalities for progress toward housing starts News Release | July 9th, 2026 THUNDER BAY — The Ontario government is rewarding the City of Thunder Bay with $709,280 through the third round of the Building Faster Fund, which provides funding to municipalities that achieve at least 80 per cent of their provincially designated housing targets. In 2025, Thunder Bay broke ground on 243 new homes, exceeding its annual target by 10 per cent. The funding will help

New liquor licence fee rebates will help legions dedicate more resources to veterans, community programs and local charitable initiatives. News Release | July 2nd, 2026 THUNDERBAY-ATIKOKAN — The Ontario government is making it easier for Royal Canadian Legion branches in Northwestern Ontario to continue serving veterans and local communities by providing full liquor sales licence fee rebates to eligible branches applying for or renewing their liquor sales licences. The rebate