
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 Action Plan and highlighting three years of progress across key economic development priorities. The AGM, held annually each June, showcases the previous year’s accomplishments and performance metrics while providing an opportunity to reflect on long-term outcomes and future direction.

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

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 three-day Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA) 2026 Conference & Annual General Meeting.

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

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 Valhalla Inn in Thunder Bay.

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

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

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 (RCIP), a five-year federal economic immigration program designed to help communities attract and retain skilled workers.

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,

Thunder Bay CEDC Strengthening Local Mining Connections
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) hosted the second annual Thunder Bay Mining Connections: Reverse Expo today, an event designed to strengthen the

Thunder Bay CEDC Launches thunderbaylifestyle.ca to Showcase the City’s Quality of Life
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) is excited to announce the launch of the new Thunder Bay Lifestyle website, thunderbaylifestyle.ca.

Thunder Bay CEDC Welcomes Denise Atkinson to Board of Directors
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Atkinson to its Board of Directors.

Thunder Bay CEDC Unveils “Work Here” Campaign Highlighting City’s Quality of Life
The Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission (CEDC) has launched its new Work Here campaign—an ambitious initiative designed to attract new residents by spotlighting Thunder

Cruise Season Officially Underway in Thunder Bay
The Cruise Port Thunder Bay partnership is excited to announce the start of the 2025 cruise season, marked by the June 1st return of Viking’s