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09/30/2026

On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Survivors, their families and communities, and remember the children who never returned home.

Take time today to learn about the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools, listen to Indigenous voices, and reflect on how you can contribute to reconciliation.

Keep the learning going beyond September 30.

Learn more: https://ow.ly/wO6s50ZSJ5F

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is observed September 30. The day honours First Nations, Inuit and Métis Survivors and their families and communities and ensures that public commemoration of the tragic and painful history of residential schools is a vital component of the reconciliati...

06/03/2026

The City's Accessibility Advisory Committee will raise the flag to recognize National AccessAbility Week on Friday, June 5 in McGillivray Square (City Hall) at 10:30 am.

AccessAbility Week is from May 31 - June 6

Learn more about Accessibility in Thunder Bay at: www.thunderbay.ca/accessibility

06/02/2026

It’s AccessAbility Week!

Did you know the City of Thunder Bay offers a Garbage Cart Set-Out Service for residents who are physically unable to move their carts to and from the curb and don’t have assistance?

Learn more about eligibility and apply here:
https://www.thunderbay.ca/en/city-services/garbage-collection.aspx (*Application for Garbage Cart Set-Out Service)

Have questions? Contact Municipal Accessibility Specialist - Kayla Scully:
[email protected]
(807) 625-2240

Explore more accessibility supports at www.thunderbay.ca/accessibility

06/02/2026

AccessAbility Week is May 31 - June 6!

Did you know the Boulevard playground is designed to be inclusive and accessible for everyone? ♿

There’s also an accessible pathway connecting the playground to Boulevard Lake’s beach, making it easier for all to enjoy! ☀

Every day this week we will highlight accessibility around the City of Thunder Bay - stay tuned!

Learn more about accessibility in Thunder Bay at: www.thunderbay.ca/accessibility

06/02/2026

🔎Collect All Three “Accessibility Matters” Stickers 🔍 FREE for everyone!

It's National AccessAbility Week! Join the fun by collecting all three stickers to celebrate accessibility and inclusion in Kenora! ‍🌟 Once you have all three, show off your support by sticking them on your water bottle, laptop, or anywhere that can spread the message!

Collect all three winning designs at:
• The Muse - Lake of the woods Museum, 300 Main Street South, and Douglas Family Art Centre, 224 Main Street South
• Moncrief Construction Sports Centre, 18 Mike Richards Way
• Lake of the Woods Discovery Centre, 931 Lakeview Drive

🎨The “Accessibility Matters” Sticker Design Contest is proudly supported by the City’s Accessibility Advisory Committee.

The Muse - Lake of the Woods Museum and Douglas Family Art Centre
City Of Kenora Recreation
Tourism Kenora

06/01/2026

Do you have a project idea that could help raise awareness of the importance of accessibility and disability inclusion in different sectors, workplaces and communities across Canada?

If you do, then now is the perfect time to apply for funding through the Accessible Canada Fund.

The deadline to apply is July 28 at 3 pm EDT: https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/services/funding/accessible-grants-accessability-week.html

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Two people are greeting each other with a clasped handshake: one person uses a prosthetic leg and the other is seated in a wheelchair. The text reads, “National Accessibility Week, May 31 to June 6, 2026” and “Together, let’s build a more accessible and inclusive Canada.” The visual ends with the Canada Wordmark.

06/01/2026