📬 Hello, Thunder Bay!
Hope you’re keeping warm and doing okay after the busy start to January. I pulled together a quick, neighbourly recap of what mattered most around town this week, plus a simple list of things to do from Friday to Sunday so you can make weekend plans without overthinking it. Grab something cozy and scroll down for the highlights and what’s on.
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📢 What Happened This Week: T-Bay News Recap
🎉 T-Bay Weekend Event Roundup
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📢 What Happened This Week (Jan 5–8, 2026)
🚜 City snow crews are pushing through the cleanup
City crews kept snow removal moving after the overnight snowfall, and the latest update says sidewalk clearing was expected to finish by end of day with residential sidewalks and trails targeted by Thursday.
🚨 Tow truck operator facing charges
Thunder Bay Police say a suspended tow truck operator has been charged, and the release walks through what happened.
♻️ Recycling depot talks still not settled
The City says recycling depot negotiations are still ongoing, but they are staying optimistic about getting an agreement finalized.
🏗️ New community hub moves ahead at committee
A proposed community hub just moved a step forward at committee, and the next decision points are now lined up.
🚓 Weekly police call numbers are in
Thunder Bay Police shared their latest weekly call totals, giving a clear snapshot of what kept officers busiest.
⚖️ Sentencing in a Thunder Bay murder case
A Thunder Bay murder case from 2022 is back in focus after sentencing was handed down at the courthouse.
🧯 Foul smell reports investigated
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue and Enbridge Gas checked into multiple reports of a foul smell, and they shared what they found.
🚢 Coast Guard icebreaker is clearing the way in the harbour
The Canadian Coast Guard ship Vincent Massey has started icebreaking in Thunder Bay to help open up a path for vessels.
🎭 Events Today and This Weekend (Jan 9-11, 2026)
High-Energy & Live Entertainment
🤼 17th Anniversary Tour of CWE Wrestling | Fri, Jan 9 • 7:00 PM | Moose Hall Thunder Bay
Grab your crew and go enjoy a loud, fun night of live wrestling close to home.
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🎭 Cambrian Players Improv | Sat, Jan 10 • 7:30 PM | Cambrian Players Theatre
Expect big laughs and totally unexpected moments as the improv crew kicks off 2026.
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🎻 CONSORTIUM Aurora Borealis Concert | Sat, Jan 10 • 7:30 PM | St. Paul’s United Church
Treat yourself to a beautiful winter concert night with classic and romantic string quintets.
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Family-Friendly & All Ages
🏐 Thunderwolves vs RMC | Fri, Jan 9 • 6:00 PM | LU Fieldhouse
Catch the Thunderwolves at home for a fun Friday night game at the Fieldhouse.
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🏐 Thunderwolves vs RMC | Sat, Jan 10 • 6:00 PM | LU Fieldhouse
If you missed Friday, you have another chance to cheer them on Saturday at the Fieldhouse.
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Nightlife, Bars & Restaurants
😂 Forks and Giggles Comedy Night | Fri, Jan 9 • 8:00 PM | Forks South Sports Lounge
Dinner and a comedy show is a pretty solid Friday night combo in TBay.
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🎤 The Gin Tonics LIVE | Fri, Jan 9 • 9:00 PM | The Foundry
Head to The Foundry for live music and a lively late night vibe.
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😂 Forks and Giggles Comedy Night | Sat, Jan 10 • 7:00 PM | Forks South Sports Lounge
Make Saturday a little lighter with a comedy night out at Forks South.
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Cozy & Feel-Good
🎨 En Plein Air - Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Fri, Jan 9 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
Pop in for a cozy daytime wander through Silver Islet inspired art at the museum.
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🎨 En Plein Air - Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Sat, Jan 10 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
This is an easy Saturday plan when you want something calm, local, and indoors.
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🎨 En Plein Air - Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Sun, Jan 11 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
Swing by for a relaxed Sunday arts stop and reset for the week ahead.
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⚠️ 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.