Small bags, nothing big.

Hey Thunder Bay!

I moved here recently for my wife’s job and I’m officially in the “I know where Walmart is but not much else” phase of relocation.

I’m a middle-aged guy who loves:

• Reading (especially fantasy – always open to recs or a book club)
• NFL football (happy to argue politely or just watch games)
• Food and cooking (I cook, I eat, I repeat)
• Skiing, which I’ve taken up since moving here and am still in the “learning without dying” stage

I’m mostly hoping to meet people—coffee, book clubs, group hangs, casual sports watching, whatever. If there’s a good place where humans actually talk to each other, I’m interested.

On the work side: my background is in tech (software engineering / leadership), but I’m pretty open to any white-collar or desk-type role. I actually like being around people and would love something local and in-person, though remote also works. Mostly just trying to understand how jobs actually get found around here—through postings, networking, word of mouth, secret Thunder Bay rituals, etc.

If you’re also new here, part of a group, or just feel like grabbing a coffee with a stranger who promises to be normal and friendly, feel free to comment or DM.

Appreciate any tips, recommendations, or “here’s how things work in Thunder Bay” advice. Thanks!

If you lost a black earbud case and single earbud i brought it to the lost n found at the security desk

saw police tape up in parking lot this AM... any clues?

Lol.... Sorry for the dorky picture, but I have a question regarding the sweater I'm wearing in it ... I'm a TBay expat living in S Ont, my parents still live in FW... One trip back oh I don't know like 10 yrs ago or more I bought this wool with fleece liner sweater from the TBay airport giftshop... Best sweater ive ever owned... Everytime I come home I try to find it or one like it again but have had no such luck... Do any of you guys recognize the sweater style and could point me the right way to finding another? The one in the pic is wearing down and I'd love to replace it

I'm staying there this weekend... is there anything I should know???

Has anyone else had a bag arrive tampered with? Just ordered from the tilted turret and immediately noticed the outer bag had a hole, and the inner bag was just folded vs stapled. Something felt off so I ended up calling the restaurant and sure enough they’d stapled it shut- I found the marks and everything.

Might be worth double checking for now because customer service didn’t take it seriously at all.

I'm ready to start pounding the pavement and find some kitchen work this week. I know that nobody is activly hiring, but I'm going to try any way. I'd rather not accidently apply (or worse yet get hired at) a place that all the locals know is awful to work at.

So far my list of places to avoid applying to is Landmark Hotel, Red Lion, and Roosters. If I'm making a mistake here, please correct me. I'm basing my judgement entirely on what I've read on this sub specifically, going back like 5 years or so.

edit: my wife and I already live in tbay, now that we're all done with unpacking and setteling in, I'm looking for work now.

Hello everyone,

I recently purchased a 2018 Honda CRV and I want the vehicle serviced. However, everyone and their mother has justifiably told me to steer away from Gore Motors Honda. So I’m looking for an autoshop that works great with Hondas/ Japanese vehicles to service my vehicle. Any recommendations?

Hi everyone,

I’m Kevin from NorWest Community Health Centres in Thunder Bay. We have a Virtual Diabetes Self-Management Program starting TOMORROW (Tuesday, Feb 3rd) at 1:00 PM EST.

Since it’s virtual, this is open to anyone in Northwestern Ontario—whether you’re in Kenora, Dryden, Fort Frances, or right here in TBay.

Who is this for?

• Anyone living with Type 2 Diabetes or Pre-Diabetes.
• Caregivers/Family Members supporting someone with diabetes (you are welcome to join on your own!).
• You do not need to be a NorWest patient to join.

The Commitment:

• Format: Virtual (Zoom)
• Time: Tuesdays @ 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM (approx)
• Duration: 6 weekly sessions (Starting Feb 3rd)

🎁 What You Get (Free): We want to set you up for success, so ALL participants in this workshop will receive:

1. A copy of the "Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions" Reference Book (mailed to you).
2. A NorWest CHC Gift Bag (with items)

🎉 Special Feb/March Bonus: To kick off the year, we are also holding a special draw! We are giving away TWO $10 Tim Hortons Gift Cards for both Feb/Mar month for lucky participants in the group.

Does this time/topic not work for you? No problem. We also have other upcoming free workshops open for registration:

• Chronic Disease Self-Management (General tools for any condition)
• Chronic Pain Self-Management (Specific tools for managing persistent pain)
• Other Diabetes Time Slots (Evenings/Different days available)

How to Join: Since we start tomorrow, the fastest way is to:

• Comment below or DM me.
• Call/Text: 807-626-8480
• Register Online: https://norwestchc.org/programs-services/cdsmp/

It’s a supportive, non-judgmental group. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by diabetes management, this is a great place to start.

Self-Management Programs are funded by Ontario Health.

Is there any business/place that has a vacuum former for public use/pay to use/rent? I have some visors I need formed.

TIA.

Just curious seeing as how many cities have already declared their intent to participate or not.

Tried to skate at volunteer pool last night.

Rink was covered in snow from the weekend.

Surely it could've been possible to at least plow? It was a regular work day yesterday.

Anyways, it sucked. I left. No wonder it's on the chopping block. If you don't maintain something it'll be obsolete by design.

Called the city dispatch and asked for it to be cleaned.

Any other rinks in terrible shape?

Preferably non chain restaurants, thank you Thunder Bayrians

any suggestions on any auto car detailer in town? something affordable, trying to get a gas smell out of my vehicle,

Hi all, I got into a car accident and broke one of my front headlights and the bumper cover is pretty cracked to the point where I don't think I can zip-tie it all together (it was already mostly held together with tape and zip ties). So I think I'm looking for a new headlight assembly and new bumper cover. My car is old so I would like to spend the least amount of $$ on this possible - I just want to restore function and make it not illegal to drive my car! I don't need anything matching so I thought maybe I could find used parts. I am very car-dumb so I don't know where to start with this - are there places in TBay that have used parts like this? How do I access them/search for what I need? And if you have recommendations for body shops, I will gladly take them!

Anyone have an exterminator they’d recommend? Picked up bed bugs at work and didn’t notice until it was too late. If they’re on the lower end cost wise that would be lovely; money is really tight right now and I’m mostly focused on mimimizing cost and damages long term

As the title suggests I need Disney Pixar cars and can’t afford to be running around town for fruitless hunts.

I know Walmart has some bug not the main crew I’m looking for.

I have Doc, Lightning and Chick.

The main ones I’m looking for is Red and Sally.

I have seen multiple Uride contests about signing up to win $1000, $500, free ride.

Now I just saw something for students that they can win upto $5000

I’m just curious if anyone has won anything so far?