📬 Hello, Thunder Bay! Happy New Year 🎉
Hope you’re starting 2026 safe and cozy. This week’s quick recap includes a 50/50 scam warning, a few key police updates, and a simple Jan 2 to 4 lineup like the Thunder Bay Museum exhibit, a Full Moon Bike Ride, public swims, and two big hockey nights at Fort William Gardens.
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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 (Dec 29, 2025 –Jan 1, 2026)
📞 Watch for 50/50 scam calls
Thunder Bay Police say scam callers are pretending to be with the TBRHSF 50/50 draw and asking people to pay a fee to claim winnings.
🚔 Visible police presence expected in the north end
You may notice extra police in the north end as Thunder Bay Police continue investigating a sudden death on Regent Street.
💊 Drug trafficking charge after major seizure
Police say a Scarborough man has been charged after a Thunder Bay drug trafficking investigation and a large seizure near Highway 11/17 and Dawson Road.
⚖️ SIU closes investigation involving a TBPS officer
The SIU says it has closed its investigation into a September incident involving a Thunder Bay Police officer, and TBPS says it will now begin an administrative review.
🚗 Charges laid after hit and run collision
Thunder Bay Police say charges have been laid after a hit and run collision at May Street North and Finlayson Street, with additional seizures made during the arrest.
🎭 Events Today and This Weekend (Jan 2-4, 2026)
Cozy & Feel-Good
🎨 En Plein Air: Silver Islet Village & Mine Art | Fri, Jan 2 - 4 • 1:00 PM | Thunder Bay Museum
Pop in for a cozy winter art stroll and take your time soaking in the Silver Islet Village and Mine pieces.
High-Energy & Live Entertainment
🚴 Full Moon Bike Ride | Sat, Jan 3 • 6:00 PM | Real Canadian Superstore Carrick St
Bundle up, bring your lights, and join the community ride starting at Superstore on Carrick.
Family-Friendly & All Ages
🏊 Public Swim | Fri, Jan 2 • 6:00 AM | Canada Games Complex
Start the day strong with a swim during the all-day public swim hours at the Complex.
🏊 Extra Holiday Public Swim | Fri, Jan 2 • 1:30 PM | Volunteer Pool
This is a simple, feel-good way to get out of the house for a relaxed afternoon swim.
🏊 Public Swim | Sat, Jan 3 • 8:00 AM | Canada Games Complex
Make it an easy weekend plan with a morning swim window that runs right through the day.
Sports
🏒 Holiday Showcase Game 1 | Fri, Jan 2 • 7:00 PM | Fort William Gardens
Grab a seat and make it a fun Friday night out at the Gardens.
🏒 Holiday Showcase Game 2 | Sat, Jan 3 • 7:00 PM | Fort William Gardens
Turn your Saturday night into a high-energy hockey outing with the showcase game at the Gardens.
⚠️ 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.