Spend less time working to live and more time living.
Opportunity Across Diverse Industries
Thunder Bay’s economy is built on strength and diversity. From technology and health sciences to education, tourism, transportation, and natural resources, our city offers meaningful career opportunities across established and emerging sectors.
A Growing Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
Innovation thrives here. With a supportive business community, access to regional markets, and strong institutional partnerships, Thunder Bay is a place where entrepreneurs can launch, scale, and succeed.
Affordable Living. Exceptional Lifestyle.
Enjoy a cost of living that allows you to get ahead—without sacrificing quality of life. Short commutes, access to nature, and a vibrant arts and culture scene make it easy to achieve the work-life balance professionals are seeking.
Job Opportunities & Key Industries
Health & Social Services
Education & Research
Manufacturing & Logistics
Tourism & Hospitality
Skilled Trades
Check out some of Thunder Bay's major employers
With an average commute time of 10 minutes, a lower cost of living and a growing economy, more workers are finding exciting careers in Thunder Bay. From electricians and plumbers, to accountants and healthcare professionals, well-paying employment opportunities are available in varied sectors.
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
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St. Joseph's Care Group
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Tbaytel
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Conederation College
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Lakehead University
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Lakehead District School Board
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Explore Jobs in Thunder Bay
Anishinabek Employment and Training Services partners with local businesses to provide training to First Nation Citizens.
NEW provides services to help businesses in Thunder Bay with hiring and training their employees. View their calendar of upcoming workshops.
YES Employment Services is a non-profit, charitable, community-based organization. They represent community services, business, and labour as well as education and training locally. YES offers workshops to assist you with all aspects of your job search.
Canada Job Bank – link – Available jobs near Thunder Bay (ON) – Search – Job Bank
Indeed – Jobs in Thunder Bay, ON (with Salaries) | Indeed Canada
Life's Better by the Lake
Many of us have realized the importance of work-life balance and a lifestyle beyond the big city. In Thunder Bay you’re never more than 10 minutes away from the lake, your workplace or home. That means less time commuting and more time for living.
Stay Connected by the Lake
In recent years, Tbaytel has worked to secure fibre networks throughout the City and are currently installing a Fibre – to-the –home network to rural Thunder Bay. With a commitment to providing the best telecommunications solutions available, residents can work, do business and stay connected to the world even from home.
Best housing prices in Ontario
Thunder Bay is among the most affordable places to live In Canada. According to the Canadian Real Estate Association, the average price for a house in Thunder Bay was $366,044 compared to the national average of $703,446 in April 2024. Thunder Bay is as good as it gets when it comes to an affordable quality of life.
THE Best of All Worlds for all ages
Surrounded by breathtaking boreal landscapes, Thunder Bay offers the perfect natural playground for families—whether it’s hiking scenic trails, biking together, camping under the stars, or sailing on Lake Superior. The city is also home to a vibrant urban centre filled with activities for all ages. Enjoy family-friendly festivals, outdoor patios, live music, and community events all summer long. With welcoming neighbourhoods, great schools, diverse dining, shopping, theatres, and recreational sports, Thunder Bay is a place where families can truly thrive.
THE FLAVOUR OF THE BAY
The city of Thunder Bay is known for hitting way above its weight class in trend-setting restaurants, craft breweries, and locally sourced products. In recent years, the city has undergone a food transformation. Local farmers and culinary innovators have given rise to a growing food scene featuring independent restaurants, bars, markets and food outlets. No matter what the season, there’s always great options.
And wait... There's More
With great connections and a superior quality of life, there’s never been a better time to move to a place with more space and greater affordability. Here, there is a strong love of local. You’ll find everything a big city can provide and more. Not to mention, Thunder Bay is home to world-class educational institutes and research centres.
