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Thunder Bay Digest
October 28, 2024 • Estimated Reading Time: 6 minutes
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Thunder Bay Digest
News
City is Finally Tackling Encampments
We’ve all seen the tents. Stacked up alongside each other on Simpson St., and near the Marina by the tracks.
It’s not a situation unique to Thunder Bay that’s for sure. And now it appears City Council is actually trying to do something about it, borrowing a model that has worked in other cities.
It’s a 10-step plan, with the focus being on creating a temporary village where up to 100 people can have access to hygiene faculties and on-site support.
This is a very tricky, and touchy, subject among Thunder Bay-ers. So while the jury is out on if this will work, at least Council is doing something about it…?
Community
18th Annual Coats for Kids Kicks Off
Here’s a story that will make you feel warm and fuzzy (see what I did there…).
For the 18th year in a row, the Ontario English Catholic Teacher's Association is doing its coat for kids clothing drive.
Many of us are very fortunate to not have to worry about what our kids will wear to stay warm this winter. But sadly, there are so many families without that luxury.
So if you’ve got some old gear collecting dust at the back or bottom of a closet, be a good human and donate that stuff.
Items can be dropped off until Nov 7 at any Catholic board school in the city, or, at their board office on Victoria Ave.
Do it. You’ll feel better. And if it’s your thing, I’m sure Jesus will look fondly on you for it.
Crime
More Effing Drugs…
Another day, another drug bust in this city.
Anyone else getting sick of this aspect of our town?
Thunder Bay police, in partnership with OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau, arrested 6 people on drugs and gun charges.
It just feels like every time one head is cut off, another 6 pop up in its place. Thanks to our police service and provincial partners, for continuing to fight this issue.
But we really need to tackle the source of the issue, not just the symptom.
Sports
Thunderwolves Swept
Just like the Maple Leafs, it wasn’t a good weekend for the Lakehead Thunderwolves Men’s hockey team.
Despite outshooting the Toronto Metropolitan University team, the Wolves were still swept this weekend.
I guess someone from Toronto has to win every now and then…
Things to do This Week
Events In and Around the City
Derek Seguin - Life of Leisure Tour
Comedy Event
November 2 - 7:30pm - Community Auditorium
Tickets
Waggin Whisky - Whisky Tasting Paired with Food
19+ event
November 2 - 7:00pm - West Thunder Community Centre
More Info
Tuesday Trivia @ Lakhead Beer Co.
Trivia night in the tap room - Max team size of 6 - Prizes for the winning team
Free Event
October 29 - 7:00pm
Disney Adventure
TBSO event around the magic of Disney music
November 1 - 7:30pm
Tickets
Home of the Week
1490 Paquette Rd
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3 + 2 bedroom
3 bathrooms
1,651 sq ft
$1,399,000
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Until next time,
Thunder Bay Digest
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