The Minutes

This week’s Minutes episode recaps the Finance and Administration Standing Committee meeting and Special Session of City Council, highlighting key decisions, discussions, and updates that impact our community.

Later in the episode, host Amy Stasiewicz is joined by Matt Miedema, Director of Engineering and Facilities with the City of Thunder Bay, to take a closer look at some of the City's major 2026 construction and infrastructure projects. Learn how these investments are helping maintain critical infrastructure, improve services, and support Thunder Bay's future growth.

In Part 2 of this special The Minutes series, Aaron Ward, Senior Project Manager with the City of Thunder Bay, takes a closer look at the Central Avenue Development Lands project, a key action item within the City's Smart Growth Action Plan. Learn about the infrastructure and servicing work required to prepare the site for future development, what's happening now, and how this project supports Thunder Bay's long-term growth by creating new opportunities for housing, investment, and economic development.

Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with Jillian Fazio, Land Use Planner with the City of Thunder Bay, for Part 1 of a two-part series on the Central Avenue Development Lands Project.

Learn why this area was identified for future growth, how community feedback helped shape the vision, and what's next as planning moves forward for this significant housing and infrastructure initiative.

Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with Crystal DePeuter, Election Coordinator, to answer frequently asked questions about the upcoming Municipal Election. Learn about voting options, key dates, and the information you need to be ready when voting opens.

Online voting and advance polls begins October 19 and Election Day is October 26.

For election information, voter resources, candidate profiles and everything you need to make your voting plan, visit: www.tbayvotes.ca

Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with Louisa Costanzo, Manager of Community Safety & Well-Being for the City of Thunder Bay, to discuss the 2026-2030 Community Safety & Well-Being Plan, the key concerns and priorities being heard from community members, and the collaborative work underway to help build a safer and inclusive city.

In this episode of The Minutes, host Amy Stasiewicz recaps the key highlights from the September 15 City Council meeting. Kieran McMonagle, the City of Thunder Bay’s Manager of Indigenous Relations, joins the podcast to discuss the City’s Truth and Reconciliation efforts, the role of Indigenous Relations, and opportunities for the future.

Host Amy Stasiewicz recaps the key highlights and decisions from the recent Quality of Life and Finance & Administration Standing Committee meetings. David Binch, Traffic Technologist with the City of Thunder Bay, joins the Minutes to discuss traffic studies, transportation planning, and the recent River Terrace parking review. Learn how traffic and parking decisions are made and the role data plays in shaping safe, efficient transportation throughout our community.

Roads, housing, services, and infrastructure all play a role in building a thriving city.

In Part 2, Minutes host Amy Stasiewicz continues the conversation with Matt Pearson, Senior Advisor of Growth, exploring how Thunder Bay's Smart Growth Action Plan is supporting development and bringing partners together to create opportunities for current and future residents.

Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with Matt Pearson, Senior Advisor of Growth, to discuss the importance of Thunder Bay's Smart Growth Action Plan and the people, organizations, and partnerships helping shape the city's future. Stay tuned for Part 2 of the interview next week.

Host Amy Stasiewicz recaps key updates from the August 11 City Council meeting.

We also continue our conversation with Robert Wark, Division Chief of Administration and Community Emergency Management Coordinator with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue. In Part 2, he shares how the City of Thunder Bay plans for emergencies, coordinates response efforts, and works to keep residents safe. He also discusses the importance of personal emergency preparedness, including having an emergency kit ready and a plan in place before an emergency occurs.

With recent wildfires affecting communities across Northern Ontario, this timely conversation highlights the shared responsibility between individuals, families, and emergency responders in building a resilient community.