This mass participation ski event is a winter tradition in Thunder Bay, and the ample snow we received this year provided the perfect conditions for a day of skiing, snow, and fun.

Jean E. Pendziwol has always been a forager. As a child, she remembers plucking ripe blueberries and raspberries in the wild and gathering springtime fiddleheads with her mother. 

It’s fitting, then, that the Thunder Bay-based author’s latest book celebrates the act of foraging.

This month, we are proud to feature Warmwood Home Studio, whose newfound love for furniture flips provided a much-needed personal creative outlet.

From the oil sands of Fort McMurray to executive boardrooms at Amazon and Google, Glory Jewitt’s recently released memoir, In Pursuit of Glory, follows her story. Despite a career spanning two countries and carrying her through countless others along the way, Jewitt insists she is still a “Thunder Bay girl.”

A gallery of photos showcasing the highlights from this years Voyageur Winter Carnival at Thunder Bay’s famous Fort William Historical Park. This year was packed with excitement for all ages. Take a close look at maple taffy making, musket firing, the artisan market, live entertainment and more!

February is here and love is in the air. Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to celebrate our romantic relationships, whether that be with tried-and-true classics like chocolates and flowers or through something novel like a new, adventurous experience.

Showshoeing, skating, arts and crafts—people of all ages will find something to love at this year’s Winter FunDays. The popular (and free) city-run event returns to Marina Park this winter, running from 2 to 4 pm on Sundays from January 4 until March 15.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year—Santa Claus is coming to town and the Thunder Bay 50/50 grand prize is expected to surpass last year’s total and change lives.

November 19 marked the start of Delta’s Winter Wonderland, a festival running through February 28 that promises to paint the Waterfront in happy colours during the darkest months of the year. At the centre of it all is a 25-foot Christmas tree standing across from the Sleeping Giant.

Walking through the doors of the market, there’s a homey, eclectic vibe that pulls you in to explore—the warm glow of string lights, patterned rugs, and each corner taking you to different moments in time with their curated inventory. Co-owners Allison Modin and Marley Guinta say their intention with the business is to create a Thunder Bay spin on Kensington Market in Toronto. 

“I was looking at one of the first illustrations I ever did for The Walleye and I noticed the date on it: 2015. I realized, ‘Oh man, it’s going to be 10 years!’ That felt huge,” says Hotson. Wanting to commemorate this milestone, he first thought of an exhibition showcasing illustrations from throughout the years and then, discussing with the magazine’s staff, the idea for Field Notes for Translating Ghosts: A Decade of Quiet Conversations—a collection of illustrations he’s done for The Beat—was born.

The City of Thunder Bay Arts & Heritage Awards made their return last night onstage at Magnus Theatre, where nominees and the public were invited to honour the artistic talent, dedication, and achievements across artistic disciplines.

And it couldn’t be a more appropriate time to reflect. On October 16, 1985—40 years ago—the TBCA opened its doors, unlocking a world of potential for the region. To commemorate this milestone anniversary, the TBCA hosted a special event to launch their 40th season that paid homage to its roots.

Did you know the city’s drag roots trace all the way to the iconic Parliament House Resort in Orlando?

Hear ye, hear ye! This October 11 and 12, all fair ladies and lords are called to wander through the gates of Thunder Bay’s first ever Renaissance faire at the Murillo Fairgrounds from 10 am to 7 pm each day. The event is hosted by the Oliver Agricultural Society and a team of volunteers, and fairgoers are encouraged to don their best medieval capes, crowns, and chainmail for the most mystical of weekends. 

It’s official, the fall season is here in all of its pumpkin-spiced, red-leaved, and crisp-aired glory. Whether you’re ready for all things autumn or need a little help letting go of summer, we’ve compiled nine ways to help you celebrate the season. 

If you’ve walked the downtown strip on Red River Road at all in the past couple of weeks, you would have certainly noticed the newly refurbished exterior of the King’s Block building thanks to the freshly exposed original facade and sophisticated black paint with gold accents. You probably also noticed that brand new sign on the right side of the building for Bloom Bar + Lounge, now open and ready to party. 

Since that first issue, The Walleye has published nearly 200 issues shining a light on all the remarkable people who make Thunder Bay a special place to live. In honour of this milestone anniversary, we’re turning the spotlight on 15 longtime contributors whose voices, passion, and creativity have played an integral role in shaping the magazine.

Ever since it began in 2010, Culture Days has attracted millions of people every year to celebrate all things arts and culture at free performances, workshops, and markets across Canada. Each province and territory has its own kick-off event and this year, Thunder Bay has been chosen to get Ontario’s party started.

The XCM Canadian Championships took over Kinsmen Park once again this past weekend for back to back days of cross country marathon madness thanks to hosts Blacksheep Mountain Bike Club.