Providing masks for those in need A new program launched by the United Way of Thunder Bay is providing free face masks to those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Social Sharing CBC News · Posted: Feb 24, 2021 7:00 AM ET | Last Updated: February 24 L-R Bonnie Krysowaty, United Way of Thunder Bay CEO Albert Brule and Sherry Scott with boxes of masks to be delivered as part of the Facing Forward program.(United Way of Thunder Bay/Provided) A new program launched by the United Way of Thunder Bay is providing free face masks to those in need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Facing Forward is a collaboration between the United Way, City of Thunder Bay, Thunder Bay Community Foundation and Thunder Bay District Health Unit.