Thunder Bay CEDC Board of Directors Welcomes New Member Samantha Finelli
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Samantha Finelli as its newest board member. A respected business leader with extensive experience leading large-scale operations across Northern Ontario, Samantha brings valuable expertise in strategic planning, talent development, and organizational leadership.
Thunder Bay Recognized Among Canada’s Most Affordable Places to Buy a Home
Thunder Bay has once again been recognized as one of Canada’s most affordable communities for homeownership, ranking third nationally in Royal LePage’s 2026 Most Affordable
Thunder Bay CEDC Welcomes 2026 Summer Visitor Services Team
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC)’s Tourism Thunder Bay is pleased to welcome its 2026 Summer Visitor Services Team, a group of dedicated
Thunder Bay CEDC Launches 2026 “Work Here” Campaign
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) has launched its 2026 Work Here campaign, a national marketing initiative designed to showcase Thunder Bay as
Victory II Kicks Off The 2026 Cruise Ship Season In Thunder Bay
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission’s Tourism Thunder Bay welcomes the arrival of Victory II, today at 11 am, the first ship to kick off the local 2026 cruise shipping season.
Thunder Bay CEDC Reflects on Success of 2023–2025 Strategic Action Plan at 2025 AGM
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) marked an important milestone at its 2026 Annual General Meeting, celebrating the completion of its 2023–2025 Strategic
Thunder Bay CEDC Attending CANSEC to Explore Opportunities for Local Businesses
This week, the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) will be attending CANSEC, Canada’s leading defence and security trade show, to explore new opportunities
Thunder Bay CEDC Expands Mural Funding Program with Additional Grants
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is expanding its Tourism Muralscape Initiative, with an additional $50,000 in funding available through the Tourism Development
Thunder Bay CEDC Showcases Thunder Bay as Key Destination for National Travel Media
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission, Tourism Thunder Bay, recently attended the Travel Media Association of Canada conference in Richmond, British Columbia April 29th to May 2nd.
Thunder Bay CEDC hosted Forestry Resiliency Panel at NOMA 2026
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) hosted “Building Resiliency: The Future of Northwestern Ontario’s Forests” on April 23, 2026, as part of the
Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission Attending Northern Ontario Road to Defence to Explore New Growth Opportunities
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) will be attending the Northern Ontario Road to Defence (NORD) Conference, taking place April 20–21 in North
Thunder Bay Positioned for Cruise Growth at Global Industry Showcase
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission’s Tourism Thunder Bay, part of the Cruise Port Thunder Bay collective is showcasing Thunder Bay on the global
Thunder Bay CEDC Showcases Forestry Growth Opportunities at Montréal Wood Convention 2026
This week, the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission’s (CEDC) Business Development team will attend the Montréal Wood Convention 2026, one of North America’s premier gatherings for the wood industry.
Thunder Bay CEDC Highlights Mining Leadership at NWOPA Showcase 2026
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is participating in the Northwestern Ontario Prospectors Association (NWOPA) Showcase 2026, taking place April 8–9 at the
Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission Launches Refreshed Website to Support Growth and Investment
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is pleased to announce the launch of its newly refreshed website, designed to better serve investors, site
Welcoming Communities Analysis Highlights Importance of Newcomer Retention in Thunder Bay
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission, in partnership with the City of Thunder Bay (Community Services) and the Thunder Bay Multicultural Association, has completed
Thunder Bay CEDC Celebrates Strong Presence and Success at Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is celebrating another successful year at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 (PDAC), where Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario stood out on the international mining stage.
PRESTIGE Sport Tourism Awards Finalists Include Thunder Bay Event and Community Leaders
Two local leaders and one major sporting event from Thunder Bay have been named finalists for the Sport Event Congress PRESTIGE Sport Tourism Awards.
Thunder Bay CEDC Continues to Drive Growth in Thunder Bay’s Defence Sector
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is actively supporting the growth of the city’s defence sector, helping local businesses access new opportunities in
Thunder Bay CEDC Launches Second Year of Employer-Led Rural Community Immigration Pilot Program
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is celebrating another successful year at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Convention 2026 (PDAC), where
New 2026 Thunder Bay Experience Guide Now Available
Today, Tourism Thunder Bay officially released the 2026 Thunder Bay Experience Guide, Tourism’s official visitor guide for travel to Thunder Bay. The launch was celebrated with tourism partners at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery.
Thunder Bay CEDC Marks Successful First Year of Rural Community Immigration Pilot
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is pleased to announce the successful completion of the first year of the Rural Community Immigration Pilot
Thunder Bay Now Eligible for Rural Ontario Development Program Following Local Advocacy
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC), City of Thunder Bay and Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce welcome the Ontario government’s announcement opening applications
Thunder Bay CEDC Launches “Thunder Bay Forward” — A New Strategic Plan to Drive Growth Through 2030
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the launch of Thunder Bay Forward: Building Our Growth Story,