Thunder Bay International Airport
100 Princess Street P7E 6S2 Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Due to ongoing government travel restrictions, we are modifying our return-to-service date to March 29 https://bit.ly/3gsQ6mp

We're announcing a low risk exposure to COVID-19. WestJet flights WS 3219 Toronto to Thunder Bay - January 4, 2021 - Rows 16 to 20 and Flight Number WS 3415 To...ronto to Thunder Bay - January 5, 2021 - Rows 7 to 13. If you were on these flights and sat in these rows, please monitor yourself closely for symptoms and should symptoms develop, please isolate and contact TBDHU or your assessment centre to arrange for testing as soon as possible. Read the full media release: https://www.tbdhu.com/news/low-risk-exposure-to-covid-19-7

Please note - if you were on Air Canada/Jazz flight AC7936 from Toronto to Thunder Bay on January 7, 2021 and sat in Rows 18 to 24, you are asked to monitor you...rself carefully for symptoms, immediately self-isolate if you have even one symptom and to call the TBDHU at (807) 625-5900 or your local assessment center to arrange for testing. Read more on this low-risk exposure here: https://www.tbdhu.com/news/low-risk-exposure-to-covid-19-6

Tomorrow is Christmas eve - and for us, that means we can now track Santa's arrival to our airport, and you can too! Visit the official Santa tracker at https://www.noradsanta.org/ and track Santa with us! Wishing you all a Safe, Healthy & Happy Holiday Season

Picking up a loved one arriving into Thunder Bay over the holidays? No need to wait on the side of the road and idle. 15 minute free parking is available in our short-term parking lot. Have a safe and happy holiday season

While the Sounds of the Season may look different this year due to COVID-19, you can still help support and raise money for the RFDA Thunder Bay Regional Food Distribution Association to help those in need. Click the link below for more information

You now don't have to wait to fly out to get your favourite NOMAD meal! Couldn't be happier for our friends Nomad by Pinetree Catering for expanding the NOMAD brand! Congratulations!

Happy we could help the RFDA Thunder Bay Regional Food Distribution Association find space to allow them to put together hampers of food to feed those in need. https://www.tbnewswatch.com//rfda-finds-space-at-former-ac

The moment you've all been waiting for! The Thunder Bay CEDC is very excited to announce the launch of our BRAND NEW website and promotional video for Thunder ...Bay! We have been working very hard with Firedog Communications to revamp the gotothunderbay.ca website and Westfort Productions to create a new promotional video for Thunder Bay. With our new website and video, we want to share everything we love about one of Canada's most exciting cities. Our goal is to better promote Thunder Bay to regional, national and global markets and drive economic wellness and prosperity for many years to come. Check out our new website by visiting: https://gotothunderbay.ca/ Check out the full video below.

Media Release: Low Risk Exposure to COVID-19 at Faith City Church and on Air Canada flight AC 7915 Read the full release: https://www.tbdhu.com/news/low-risk-exposure-to-covid-19-0

During COVID-19, taking precautions is essential when you travel by . Here are steps you can follow before taking a flight

Do wear: non-surgical or homemade masks with at least two layers of fabric Do not wear: masks with an exhalation valve or vent, neck gaiters or bandanas. More here: http://ow.ly/Ebir50BFzv9

Effective immediately: we are recommending all residents avoid non-essential travel outside of Northern Ontario. Read the full media release detailing our updated travel recommendations: https://www.tbdhu.com//protecting-thunder-bay-district-tra

Do wear: non-surgical or homemade masks with at least two layers of fabric Do not wear: masks with an exhalation valve or vent, neck gaiters or bandanas. More here: http://ow.ly/Ebir50BFzv9

As of Thursday October 1, @Transport_gc will update their requirements regarding face masks in airports. Masks deemed acceptable must cover the nose and mouth (I.e. fitted disposable or cloth mask) masks that are unacceptable include bandanas, face shields and neck gaiters.

Miss our Virtual Annual General Meeting yesterday? You can access our 2019 Annual report by clicking the link here: http://www.tbairport.on.ca//TBIAAI_2019_ANNUAL_REPORT_FINA Thanks to those who attended! We hope you enjoyed our first virtual AGM. #yqt

TOMORROW IS THE DAY! Join us live on Facebook Tuesday, August 25 as we go live for our virtual Annual General Meeting. #yqt #thunderbayairport #agm

A friendly reminder that while in the Air Terminal Building, as well as on board an aircraft you must wear a mask or face covering that securely covers your nose, mouth and chin. Forgot your face mask at home? Not to worry - there are some for sale at our gift shop. Thank you for wearing a mask to help us stop the spead of COVID-19. #YQsateT

Worried about not having time to grab food at your destination or no in-flight service?? Worry no more, Nomad has you covered! Grab one of our delicious Stout Bacon BLTs or check out the other great food & snack items available here at Nomad down by Gate #1

NOMAD will be reopening tomorrow in the secure departure lounge. Hours of operation will vary depending on the last flight of the day, but they will keep an opening time of 10AM daily!

Effective Friday, July 24 all persons entering an enclosed public space, including the Air Terminal Building must wear a mask or face covering that securely covers their nose, mouth and chin. This is required by the Medical Officer of Health under the authority of the Emergency Management and Civil Protection Act (EMCPA). Signage will be placed on all entrances along with hand sanitizer dispensers. Help us minimize the spread of COVID-19. Thank you for wearing your mask.

If it’s your first time travelling in a while, you might find things look a little different at the checkpoint.

All passengers and non-passengers must wear a face covering before entering the screening checkpoint. You can use disposable or homemade masks, scarves, or bandanas. More here: https://www.catsa-acsta.gc.ca/en/covid19-response

Big news: Masks or Face Coverings will now be required for indoor public spaces effective July 24, 2020. Read the full media release: https://www.tbdhu.com//ma...sks-or-face-coverings-required-fo (Note: more supportive documents will be coming shortly - we just wanted to get this important message out quickly!)

Surprise! We're back! Starting July 1st, we'll be resuming our operations in the departure lounge of Thunder Bay Airport. Over the next week, we'll be cleaning... and sanitizing the cafe, as well implementing measures to ensure the safety and wellness of staff and customers. We'll be posting more updates as we get closer to opening. See more

The Quarantine Act is still in effect so travellers MUST, by law, self-isolate for 14 days once returning to Canada That means go straight home, no stops! A ...negative COVID-19 test does NOT mean you can discontinue self-isolation. You are still required to self-isolate until the full 14 days have passed as the virus can still be developing. Monitor your health and call if symptoms appear. For more COVID-19 travel guidance, check out https://www.tbdhu.com/travel

Do you have your camera ready? We're expecting some C-17 training exercises this evening from our friends at CFB Trenton between 18:30 and 19:30. (Be advised sometimes they make last minute changes to their plans!)... Happy plane watching!

As provinces reopen and restrictions ease, please be aware that if you're planning your summer travel, many provinces and regions still have travel restrictions in place.The below map has been colour coded to show you the travel restrictions of each province: Keep up to date with the below map by visiting our COVID Response page on our website - http://www.tbairport.on.ca/page/covid-19-tbiaa-response The map will be updated weekly*... If you're planning on travelling this summer please remember: - If you feel sick or have any symptoms, even if mild, isolate immediately and call the local health unit - Avoid crowded places and keep at least 2 meters (6 feet) from others; wear a mask when this isn't possible. - Avoid high touch surfaces and clean hands often - Limit to groups of 10 or less and visit outdoors if possible - Check travel guidance specific to your destination by visiting the provinces website or by contacting their local health authorities, *Note that travel is allowed to Manitoba if you are a resident of NWO or any Western provinces. Outside of NWO you must self-isolate for two weeks upon arrival into Manitoba*

You have probably heard that travel restrictions have loosened! This is great news for some and scary news for others. If you are feeling nervous about people t...ravelling again, try to keep in mind that you can only control your own actions and take comfort in knowing that many public health measures are still in place to keep the community safe. It is ok to travel and it is ok to stay home, but keep up good COVID-19 practices no matter what you chose to do! Learn how to stay safe while traveling: https://www.tbdhu.com/travel

Did you happen to look up today? It's always an awe inspiring feeling seeing the C17 Globemaster III up close and personal when it arrives at the airport. From 429 Wing, CFB Trenton.

If you’re thinking about travelling this summer, please know that with COVID-19 still circulating at different levels around the province, the safest options ar...e to stay in the area of your home community or to stay in the region. If you choose to travel, here are steps to keep yourself and others safe: Always practice the usual personal protective measures such as physical distancing, wearing a mask when that isn’t possible, and frequent hand hygiene. See https://www.tbdhu.com/physicaldistancing Don’t travel if you, or someone you are traveling with, have any symptoms or feel sick. Please call us and we will support you to get tested. Monitor yourself for symptoms when you travel and when you return. If you get symptoms, even if mild, isolate where you are and seek assessment and testing. Check travel advisories for destination(s) as there may be variation between provinces and communities. Visit websites of provincial governments, local health units or other authorities for the latest information. *self-isolation is no longer required upon return to NW Ontario for travel within Canada

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Due to ongoing COVID-19 travel restrictions, we are deferring our resumption of flights until July 29. As a result, seasonal service to Stephenville and Muskoka... are cancelled this summer. We’re eager to restart operations and to reunite with our team members and all of you, but everyone’s health and safety comes first. See more

On time for Thunder Bay. #OpInspiration

MONDAY: Routes and times are subject to change. Watch our Facebook or Twitter accounts for updates. #opinspiration #rcaf #cfsnowbirds

Have your eyes to the skies today at 1:45 as the snowbirds fly over Thunder Bay! https://www.tbnewswatch.com//snowbirds-expected-to-fly-ove

In light of the evolving coronavirus situation, we have made several changes at the security checkpoints: https://www.catsa-acsta.gc.ca/en/covid19-response

Missing the Therapy Dogs? Yeah, us too. https://www.tbnewswatch.com//video-therapy-dogs-make-virtu

Starting Monday, April 20 ALL air passengers are required to wear a non medical mask or face covering to cover their mouth and nose during travel. Further information can be found here: https://www.canada.ca//new-measures-introduced-for-non-med

Announced yesterday - if you're returning home from abroad and don't have credible plans to self-isolate, you will be forced to stay at a quarantine facility, s...uch as a hotel. Also - travellers returning from abroad will be required to wear a non-medical mask or face covering before they can proceed to their final destination. They will be provided with a mask if they do not have one. Read more: https://www.cbc.ca//politics/quarantine-act-no-plan-hotel-

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As we continue to navigate these unprecedented times, rest assured that airports across North America and the world - are working safely together so essential services, goods and supplies can reach the people that need them. #wondertakesflight #thunderbayairport #yqt

PSA - Reporting 5 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed by Thunder Bay District Health Unit. Read the PSA here: : https://www.tbdhu.com//psa-new-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19

North Star Air has confirmed that a member of it's staff has tested positive for COVID-19. http://www.northstarair.ca/covid-19-updates

There are now 9 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the TBay District. Read the full release here: https://www.tbdhu.com//now-nine-cases-of-covid-19-thunder-

Let's all listen to Rick. Together we can flatten the curve https://www.cbc.ca/c/rick-s-rant-social-isolation-1.5516598

Fourth confirmed case is an individual residing in Nipigon. Please be advised he was on Porter flight 222 on March 19, rows 8 through 12 travelling from Halifax to Thunder Bay. For more information, official media release from the health unit below:

Please be advised the Government of Canada has issued new COVID-19 travel restrictions for air travel within Canada. Please see the attached for more information.

EDIT: We misstated yesterday that as of March 27, anyone who travels outside of Ontario was required by law to self-isolate for 14 days. In actuality, anyone w...ho travels outside of CANADA is required by law to self-isolate for 14 days. For anyone who travels outside of Ontario, including Northwestern Ontario, we also self-isolating for 14 days. Sorry for the confusion everyone! Learn more: www.tbdhu.com/travel

Today, the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) announced that anyone travelling outside of Northwestern Ontario including travel to Toronto or Ottawa is required to self-isolate for 14 days. More information included in the link below: https://www.cbc.ca/amp/1.5512249?__twitter_impression=true

Please see the below Media Release in regards to our response to COVID-19: http://www.tbairport.on.ca//_2020_03_24_Information_about_

At end of day today, NOMAD food service inside our secure departure lounge will be closed until further notice. Passages Gift Shop also remains closed. The Market & Grill Works on the public side remains open, however operating hours have been significantly reduced. ... #COVID19 #airport #thunderbay #thunderbayairport

We have modified NOMAD cafe to serve you better while we reduce the risk of community spread. The cafe is OPEN and is now full service with limited self serve items. Our exceptional staff are well equipped to serve you while keeping you safe.

Please see the below update regarding COVID-19 and travel outside of Canada.

Please see the below Press Release regarding COVID-19 & March break travel.

**UPDATE - Please be advised that we will not be proceeding as planned. Recruitment will be delayed until the summer. Applications will be reviewed at that time. Thank you for your interest. We're hiring Airport Operations Specialists! We are currently seeking 2 3 technically skilled, adaptable, customer oriented individuals to fill the position of Airport Operations Specialist. If you are interested in seeing your career soar, apply today! ... Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their resume on Indeed no later than March 22, 2020. https://ca.indeed.com/jobs

Welcome Athletes!

For those travelling through our airport soon we’ve added some additional seating throughout our departure lounge! A mix of counter, bar and standard seating with hard tables are now in the lounge by Nomad, with lounge couch like pieces over by Gate 2. Thanks to @open_mind_interiors for working with us to come up with some new seating options #newfurniture #airport #lounge #thunderbay

Curious to learn a little bit more about the artwork installed on our glass? Check out this article: https://aptnnews.ca//new-art-work-taking-flight-at-thunde/

Be scent-sible: perfume bottles smaller than 100 ml are allowed in your carry-on, but not if they look like this (which qualifies as a replica weapon).

A huge thank you goes to our silver sponsors! As a silver level sponsor, their contributions go a long way in making the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games ...Thunder Bay 2020 possible. We appreciate your support! Thunder Bay International Airport TBXI BDO Canada Enbridge Thunder Bay Police Association Airlane Hotel & Conference Centre Fort William Curling Club Best Western Plus NorWester Hotel & Conference Centre Half-Way Motors Nissan Kamview Nordic Centre Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre Thunder Bay Secure Store Thunder Bay Grant Thornton LLP Canada @SpecialOCanada #socgames2020 #tbay #jeuxosc2020 Un grand merci à nos sponsors argentés ! En tant que sponsor de niveau argent, leurs contributions contribuent grandement à rendre possibles les Jeux olympiques spéciaux d'hiver du Canada de Thunder Bay 2020. Nous sommes reconnaissants du soutien qui nous est offert par l’entreprise!

THANK YOU THUNDER BAY (And all travellers!) We are excited to announce a donation of $105.00 to Wake The Giant through our partnership with International House ...of Tea and Thunder Bay International Airport With every purchase of the Blueberry Bergamot Tea at Nomad, we donated the sales to Wake the Giant through International House of Tea. This wouldn't be possible without you, the travellers, so thank you! You can also continue to purchase the tea anytime you come through Nomad and we will continue to donate from every tea purchased! Be sure to ask for the Blueberry Bergamot Tea next time you stop by Nomad! A delicious tea for a good cause! Thank you everyone! #WakeTheGiant #ShopLocal #Nomad Pinetree Catering

The feast may be over, but good news! You can bring grandma’s leftovers on the flight home solid food and snacks are allowed in your carry-on. #turkeytime

Coming into Thunder Bay over the holidays? Be sure to check out Nomad or The Market for some local fare

Safety is always our top priority. 194,000 Canadians are working hard this holiday season to make sure you get home to your family and loved ones. Learn about all the ways we’re improving the traveler experience at wondertakesflight.ca. #wondertakesflight #yqt #thunderbayairport #holidaytravel

Good morning - join us ALL DAY today as we raise food and funds for RFDA Thunder Bay Regional Food Distribution Association. We're collecting and broadcasting LIVE from Thunder Bay International Airport from 6:00am - 6:00pm... and parking is free! http://bit.ly/2PCByV8

Join us TOMORROW at the Thunder Bay International Airport! We're proud to host Sounds of the Season in support of the RFDA Thunder Bay Regional Food Distribution Association. YOU are making a difference by donating - see for yourself...

Come and join us! Starting at 6AM tomorrow morning

TBT Engineering participated in this year's Sounds of the Season campaign! This campaign is ran by RFDA Thunder Bay Regional Food Distribution Association and w...orks with local businesses to supply fuel and non-perishable goods for remote communities. This campaign is hosted by CBC Thunder Bay, in cooperation with Thunder Bay International Airport, Wasaya Airways, North Star Air, and Perimeter Aviation LP. Thank you to everyone who donated this year to our truck load of food! #2019SoundsoftheSeason

Happy birthday Nomad by Pinetree Catering