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Thunder Bay is all about the kids...bring your bike!

Published Oct 22, 2008 at 7:57
The City of Thunder Bay, Ontario has seen a lot of hardship over the past few years, with over 20 000 people employed in the forestry industry having lost their jobs in the region. For a long time, people here were feeling pretty down, and a large number moved to seek employment in the Promised-land of Alberta and the West. Recently, however, things have begun to take turns for the better, as a shift from a resource based economy to a knowledge based one has resulted in many new technology and medical firms setting up shop in the area. Because of this, the City has taken on a new vision and is looking to attract younger, professional types and their children, as well as retain the youth already living here by giving them more options with regards to recreation and employment...
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