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Thunder Bay Continues to Lead in Homelessness Data Collection: 2025 Point-in-Time Count Completed

Bonnie Nov 13, 2025

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The Lakehead Social Planning Council (LSPC) has successfully completed Thunder Bay’s 2025 Point-in-Time (PiT) Count on October 9, 2025, marking another important step in the…

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Point in Time Count 2024

Empower the North Jan 29, 2025

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Homelessness in Thunder Bay is a pressing social issue, reflecting both local challenges and national trends. Thunder Bay faces unique factors that intensify the scope…

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AccessAbility Week 2024

Empower the North Aug 08, 2024

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ILRC Thunder Bay and AccessNow App Collaborate to Map Downtown Port Arthur for Greater Accessibility

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Isthmus Feeds 500 Thunder Bay Students Every Weekend

Empower the North Jul 11, 2024

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No child should have to go hungry, but it is happening everyday in Canada. Currently, about 500 children in 21 of our schools in Thunder…

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Tiny Homes Tour Showcases Students’ Skills and Community Impact

Empower the North Jun 18, 2024

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In Thunder Bay, the spirit of innovation and community collaboration shines brightly through the second annual Tiny Homes Tour, spearheaded by students from Hammarskjold High…

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Participants Gain Insight into Another Reality at Living on the Edge Event

United Way of Thunder Bay Jun 18, 2024

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Organized by the United Way of Thunder Bay and Literacy Northwest, “Living on the Edge” aimed to simulate the challenges faced by families living in…

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Advance Bill C223 for a National Framework on Basic Income

frank wilson May 15, 2024

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Honourable Members of Parliament, We implore your urgent attention and support for Bill C223 as it progresses to its second reading. As members of Poverty…

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Creating a Supportive and Inclusive Thunder Bay for Autism

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Dec 01, 2023

Tampon Tuesday 2024 in Celebration of International Women’s Day

Mar 08, 2024

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