PORT OF THUNDER BAY ANNOUNCES
PORT OF THUNDER BAY ANNOUNCES CEO RETIREMENT AND TRANSITION PLAN by Scott A. Sumner Tim Heney, CEO of Port of Thunder Bay recently announced his retirement after 32 years of working at the Port. He has made many positive contributions to making the Port self sufficient and a strong part of our economy. I sat down with Tim to discuss his career and future direction. Tim you are a local Thunder Bay person? “ I was born and raised in Thunder Bay and from Westfort - I have the bumper sticker! ... Read More

Ontario Revitalizing Community
Ontario Revitalizing Community Infrastructure in Oliver Paipoonge The Ontario government is providing more than $842,000 through the Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation (NOHFC) for two community infrastructure projects in the Municipality of Oliver Paipoonge. This investment will improve municipal and recreational infrastructure, promote tourism and enhance quality of life for northerners. “Investing in our halls, arenas and recreation centres demonstrates the government’s commitment ... Read More

Thunder City Speedway Attracts
Thunder City Speedway Attracts Crowds by Scott A. Sumner Wednesday nights there is a new activity that is attracting thousands of people in the Thunder Bay area- Thunder City Speedway. Louis Nadin is the co owner with his brother Norm who brought this beautiful facility to Thunder Bay. I asked him some questions on race night recently. Why bring this type of facility to Thunder Bay? “ We have a passion for racing and were approached originally by Richard Schutte to help him build this facility. ... Read More