📬 Happy Friday, Thunder Bay!
This week’s Buzz starts with a quick look at a few community and safety updates, including Fire Rescue activity, a snapshot of police calls for service, and an overnight traffic restriction to keep on your radar. After that, we’ve rounded up events happening today through Monday, from theatre and comedy to winter fun, a full moon ride, and a cozy museum stop.
What we’re buzzing about today:
🌆 Community & City Updates
🛟 Safety & Service Updates
🎉 Events Today and This Weekend
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📰 What Happened This Week in Thunder Bay (Jan 26–29)
🌆 Community & City Updates
🕯️ Former long-time city councillor remembered by community
Thunder Bay marked the passing of Allan Laakkonen with reflections on his service and contributions to local civic life.
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🔥 Thunder Bay Fire Rescue budget update
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue says it is projecting a 4.6 percent budget increase for 2026 as it plans to sustain complementary safety and response programs across the city.
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🌆 Thunder Bay tourism expects more visitors in 2026
City tourism officials say new attractions and funding are helping set up a busier visitor season for Thunder Bay this year.
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🛟 Safety & Service Updates
🚒 Fire crews respond to four structure fires across the city
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue says crews handled four structural fires across the city on Monday, with no injuries reported and one cause still under investigation.
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📞 Weekly snapshot of police calls for service
Thunder Bay Police report 828 calls for service from Jan. 18 to 24, including 48 motor vehicle collisions and 91 unwanted person calls.
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🚧 Highway 11/17 reopened after fatal collision investigation
The Ontario Provincial Police say Highway 11/17 is now open near Sistonens Corners after a fatal collision investigation earlier today.
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🎭 Events Today and This Weekend (Jan 30-Feb 1)
High-Energy & Live Entertainment
🎭 Heathers: The Musical | Fri, Jan 30 • 7:00 PM | The Outpost
Catch a big, high-energy musical night with local talent at The Outpost.
🎭 Heathers: The Musical | Sat, Jan 31 • 7:00 PM | The Outpost
Grab a friend and make it a Saturday night show at The Outpost.
🎭 Heathers: The Musical | Sun, Feb 1 • 7:00 PM | The Outpost
If you missed the weekend shows, this Sunday night performance is a great last chance.
Family-Friendly & All Ages
❄️ Winter FunDays | Sun, Feb 1 • 2:00 PM | Baggage Building Arts Center
Swing by for a winter afternoon that mixes outdoor fun with indoor arts and crafts.
🏁 Ice Racing at Mission Bay | Sun, Feb 1 • 12:00 PM | Thunder Bay Autosport Club
Bundle up and watch the action out on Mission Bay with racing starting at noon.
Nightlife, Bars & Restaurants
😂 Graham Kay LIVE @ Campfire Comedy | Fri, Jan 30 • 8:00 PM | Campfire Comedy
Start the weekend with a headline comedy show at Campfire Comedy.
😂 Graham Kay LIVE @ Campfire Comedy | Sat, Jan 31 • 7:00 PM | Campfire Comedy
This early Saturday show is perfect if you want laughs and still have time for a late dinner after.
😂 Graham Kay LIVE @ Campfire Comedy | Sat, Jan 31 • 10:00 PM | Campfire Comedy
Go for the late show if you want a full nightlife vibe downtown.
🚲 Full Moon Bike Ride | Sun, Feb 1 • 6:00 PM | Real Canadian Superstore Carrick St
Bring your lights and ride along with the group for a fun winter evening loop.
Cozy & Feel-Good
☕ En Plein Air - Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Fri, Jan 30 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
Pop by the Thunder Bay Museum for a cozy afternoon with these Silver Islet inspired works on display.
☕ En Plein Air - Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Sat, Jan 31 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
This is an easy, relaxed stop if you want something low key to do downtown this weekend.
⚠️ Event Reminder
Event details may change. Dates, times, and venues are subject to updates or cancellations by the organizers. Always double check the official event page before attending.
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