College cuts 11 programs at Confederation College
Confederation College has suspended 11 programs after reviewing enrolment trends finances and labour data. President Michelle Salo cites shifts in enrolment and federal policy effects on international recruitment. Four percent of incoming domestic students starting September 2025 will be affected while affected applicants receive options and support. The move follows a recent partnership with Seneca Polytechnic to bolster aviation and explore a regional Veterinary Technician program.
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Confederation College
Michelle Salo
Thunder Bay
Salo
Seneca Polytechnic
City council approves pay raise for Thunder Bay officials
Thunder Bay city councillors will gain 361 each this year while the mayor receives just over 1000. The 1.1 percent increase aligns with half the CPI, total mayor and council rise at 6814.27. The pay hike, included in the 2025 budget, aims to attract diverse, qualified candidates and reflect duties.
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Thunder Bay
Statistics Canada
Ortgiese
Dozens of Canadians sworn in at Thunder Bay ceremony
Sixty new Canadians took an oath at Thunder Bay’s first in person citizenship ceremony in five years. Speakers highlighted the contrast with online ceremonies during the pandemic. Immigrants from Colombia India and other places praised Canada’s safety, community, and natural beauty while sharing personal journeys to establish roots in Thunder Bay.
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Thunder Bay
Cathy Woodbeck
Laura Carolina Roa Gomez
Canada
Colombia
Resolute
Gomez
Charmish Patel
Patel
India
Toronto
Sinsan Poulose
Poulose
Ndalu seeks used water tanker with donor gift boosting goal
Ndalu seeks a second hand water tanker for the fire department as a $10,000 anonymous donation brings hope. Chief Sarah Shoemaker says the department remains about $100,000 short of target. new tankers cost over $700,000, and the village relies on fundraising in unincorporated areas. The old tanker was over 40 years old and failed safety, leaving continued need for a safer, affordable option. The report also covers an impaired driving charge in Thunder Bay and local suspects in a separate break in case, with arrests and court dates scheduled.
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Ndlalu
Notalu
Sarah Shoemaker
Ndalu
Nolalu
Carl Clutchey
The
Chronicle-Journal
Break-in Suspects Arrested After Villa Street Break-in
Thunder Bay police respond to an early February 26 alarm at a north core Villa Street business. Officers find a break in damage and stolen merchandise, leading to arrests and charges by the break and enter and robbery unit.
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Thunder Bay North Core
City Police Service
Villa Street
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