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Northern Ontario is big.

Towering old growth forest, lush wetlands, world renowned coastal vistas, thundering white water and cascading falls, landscapes beyond compare, that's Northern Ontario. White tail deer, bald and golden eagles, lake trout and brook trout, moose and bear and all manner of wildlife can be found in our fabulous out doors, that's Northern Ontario. Four seasons of changing landscapes and colours to inspire the poet and painter, that's Northern Ontario. Fabulous five star restaurants and accommodations, interesting and unique boutiques, unrivalled attractions and festivals, casinos, horse tracks, hockey and more, that's Northern Ontario.

What is Northern Ontario like? Like no place else. So come to Northern Ontario and experience the bigness of life.



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Miles with the Giant

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 Test your limits - sign up for Miles with the Giant today!
The first-annual marathon, taking competitive and recreational runners and walkers along beautiful courses, takes place Sept. 19.
No matter your level, you’ll find an event suited for you. In addition to the full and half marathons, a 5k run and walk are also on the schedule, all starting and ending at Thunder Bay's beautiful Marina Park.
But the Miles with the Giant event is about more than...

 
Capturing fall colours

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Wildlife and beautiful breathtaking natural vistas - the area around Thunder Bay offers a lot to the photographer. Why not enhance your skills - and learn some new ones - with a weekend photography workshop?
Learn from professional photographer Barry Wojciechowski over three days during the Fall Colours Workshop at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park, offered by Lake Superior Visits.
This hands-on endeavour will teach you how to get the most out of your camera and capture...

 
Hymers Fall Fair

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For nearly 100 years, the Hymers Fall Fair has been delighting Thunder Bay families. Find out why!
The fair - happening this Labour Day Weekend, Sept. 5 and 6, at the Hymers fairgrounds, a short drive from Thunder Bay - celebrates true country living.
Rural residents will have their livestock and vegetables at the fair for friendly competition with their neighbours. Watch the judging of the best scarecrow or cheer on the participants in the nail driving...

 
A day on Bay

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No visit to Thunder Bay is complete without a trip to the Bay and Algoma neighbourhood.

One of Thunder Bay's most historic neighbourhoods, the area is also home to some truly unique shopping, friendly people, delicious dining and a fantastic atmosphere.
First, the shopping: unique arts, crafts, gifts and other items line the shelves at Fireweed and the Finnish Book Store.
As for the food, why not enjoy lunch and a coffee or fresh juice...

 
The pioneer life

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Experience life the way the pioneers did!
A visit to the Founders’ Museum and Pioneer Village, located just a short drive from Thunder Bay, should be on the to-do list of every visitor.
An authentic recreation of pioneer life is what you’ll find when you walk the main street. The blacksmith, cobbler, carpenter and printer welcome visitors into their establishments. Satisfy your curiosity about antique cars and farm equipment, or visit the classic one-room school.
Tour the farm house,...

 
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FEATURE

photo workshop

Wildlife and beautiful breathtaking natural vistas - the area around Thunder Bay offers a lot to the photographer. Why not enhance your skills - and learn some new ones - with a weekend photography workshop?
Learn from professional photographer Barry Wojciechowski over...

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VACATION IDEAS

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Lake Superior offers some of the greatest fishing on Earth. Test your angling mettle with a trip to Thunder Bay!
Fishing on Lake Superior, the largest freshwater lake in the world, is an adventure. However, by booking a charter with Archie’s Fishing...

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Revisit the past

The rich history of Northwestern Ontario is yours to discover in and around Thunder Bay.
From the adventure-filled days of the Fur Trade era, to the formative years of Port Arthur and Fort William, the Thunder Bay area offers myriad resources for...

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skater rides a rail as others eagerly await their turn

Whether you prefer your wheels to be firmly planted on the ground or a little more . . . airborne, Thunder Bay has something for you.

Fancy...

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Image courtesy of Fort William Historical Park

Relive the rich history of the Thunder Bay region with visits to our award-winning historical attractions.
A fall walk through Fort William Historical Park will give you a unique perspective on the fur trade era. See first-hand...

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The conservation areas of Thunder Bay should be on the to-do list of every birder.

You’ll find hectare after hectare of boreal forest between the Cascades and Mission Island Marsh conservation areas.

As you hike the trails through the heart of the...

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ITINERARIES TO GO

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Embark on a family-friendly adventure in Thunder Bay!
Bring the kids along to as you visit some of the all-ages attractions the region has to offer.
Tour Fort William Historical Park, the world’s largest re-created fur trading post....

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Explore Thunder Bay’s provincial parks!

Found in the heart of Northern Ontario, on the shores of Lake Superior, Thunder Bay has a lot to offer the outdoors enthusiast.

Take, for example, Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Found just outside of the city, it...

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Thunder Bay is the perfect place for a family getaway!

Take the kids to Wiggles and Giggles in the north core, the city’s largest indoor amusement park - they’ll love the ball pool, super slide, foam forest and games!

How about a...

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Stay at a luxurious country inn and spa while you enjoy authentic and organic experiences in Thunder Bay.

Tour a rural wood-fired bakery specializing in flavourful, organic whole grain bread. Visit Thunder Oak Cheese Farm, where the Schep family's award-winning gouda...

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Photo by Gord Ellis

Don't let the name fool you - ice fishing doesn't have to be cold.

With an ice hut rental from Archie's Fishing Charters, you'll be out of the cold, with a wood-burning stove (and an unlimited supply of firewood) while...

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TRAVEL ADVENTURES

seven days 2008 072Thunder Bay, hands down, is one of Canada's Best Outdoor cities.  A lively urban centre connected to its natural environment in every way.  Being on the shores of the world's largest freshwater lake and only minutes from the planet's...

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Every year, Thunder Bay's own Wilderness North Outfitters, along with a handful of other partners, does something extraordinary for an extraordinary group of visitors.

 

They partner with Project Healing Waters and Soldier On, two programs that help injured U.S. and Canadian service men and women...

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Imagine being involved in the collection of food for your own dinner in a city wide scavenger hunt of culinary delights.  Last year, an friend of mine from the tourism industry did just that and could only describe the experience as epic.

He started with an overnight aboard a floating B...

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There's no better way to experience the City's connection to the world's largest freshwater lake than with a sailing charter.

Last summer, I had a chance to join a group aboard Frodo, a 44 foot sloop, operated by SailSuperior.com sail charters in Thunder Bay for a three hour tour of the city's...

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Share your Thunder Bay experience!

Visit MyTBay.ca, and you can upload your personal stories and photographs about Thunder Bay. Tell the world what you love about this city and region, and the people that visit and call it home.

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TESTIMONIALS

Our family spent a weekend at Trowbridge Falls campground last summer.  A great campground along the river with hiking trails connecting down to Centennial Park and right into the city.  It was like being in the wilderness but so close to town.  Sitting around the campfire each night, meeting other...

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Fort William Historical ParkThe Great Rendezvous at Fort William Historical Park has to be the best!  The kids love seeing all the fur trade re-enactors participating in the event and getting them involved in things like making a canoe, dancing and beading.  Its great that they...

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One of our family favorite travel memories of Thunder Bay is breakfast at the Hoito.  There;'s nothing like strolling down on a warm summer  morning from the hotel to the Finnish district, grabbing a coffee from Calico Coffee House and waiting in line with other folks from around the world who've made...

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Sleeping Giant sunset

One summer we planned a six-month road trip across Canada. When we reached Thunder Bay we loved it so much we ended up staying for most of the summer. It truly felt like home. We continued west on our...

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