City Hall (Staff Photo)
City officials have some answers in terms of what’s accessible during the stay-at-home order.
Manager Norm Gale says many services will continue but changes will be made to reduce the need for people to leave their homes to access services.
âWe continue to review the Provincial Orders in full, and are making adjustments on the specific impacts to municipal services, amenities and facilities where required,â adds Gale.
In-person services will only be offered where they are legislatively required or in extenuating circumstances. Appointments will still be offered virtually or over the phone whenever possible. Appointment bookings for service at other City facilities such as City Hall and Victoriaville Civic Centre remain available, with specific instructions in the Cityâs A-Z Directory.
Most city facilities to remain closed during lockdown
Outdoor rinks, including at Prince Arthur s Landing, will remain open.
Jan 8, 2021 4:06 PM By: Leith Dunick
A weightlifter lifts weights on Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020 at the Thunder Bay Canada Games Complex. (Leith Dunick, tbnewswatch.com)
THUNDER BAY – The extension of the provincially mandated lockdown in Northern Ontario means city-run facilities will remain closed for at least two more weeks.
The City of Thunder Bay on Friday announced all indoor and outdoor sports and recreation fitness activities are affected.
“The province has announced an extension of the provincial lockdown until, at the earliest, Jan. 23,” said Mayor Bill Mauro, in a release issued to local media.
City of Thunder Bay prepares for temporary closures as province enters lockdown
The City of Thunder Bay is preparing to temporarily close a number of facilities as the province enters lockdown on Boxing Day.
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Posted: Dec 21, 2020 5:26 PM ET | Last Updated: December 21, 2020
The City of Thunder Bay will close several facilities during the provincial lockdown, which begins on Boxing Day.(Matt Prokopchuk/CBC)
The City of Thunder Bay is preparing to temporarily close a number of facilities as the province enters lockdown on Boxing Day.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced Monday all of Ontario will go into lockdown to limit further spread of COVID-19.
Many city recreation facilities will shut down for the province’s two-week lockdown.
Starting on Boxing Day, the city is shutting down the Canada Games Complex, Churchill Pool, arenas, and community centres.
The 55 Plus Centre and West Arthur older adult centres will be closed but will still provide take-out food for seniors.
The closure also affects the Kinsmen Youth Centre, Baggage Building Arts Centre, and Water Garden Pavilion.
The skating rink at Prince Arthur’s Landing will remain open.
Algoma and Grace Remus municipal Child Care Centres will remain open to accommodate preschool clients. Child Care management staff are seeking confirmation of access to space in Woodcrest and Ogden schools and will communicate with parents and families directly as soon as possible.
City of Thunder Bay Preps for COVID-19 Lockdown
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Thunder Bay – COVID-19 Update – The mandated lockdown by Ontario has officials with the City of Thunder Bay preparing to shut down facilities.
Thunder Bay City Administration is preparing for temporary facility closures as of December 26, 2020 for 14 days.
“We need everyone to stay home to the extent possible, except for essential requirements to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Thunder Bay. Holiday gatherings and a potential surge are a concern across the Province. I implore everyone to gather only with your household and avoid travel unless absolutely essential. We must also remember our local businesses and restaurants – please shop local and get take-out to support our small business.”