Thunder Bay District

Thunder Bay District spans over 103,719 square kilometers of land in Northwestern Ontario, featuring numerous lakes, forests, and varied terrain at 220 meters elevation.

The district originated in 1871 when provincial authorities divided the western portion of Algoma District, establishing Thunder Bay as the administrative center of the region.

The district includes multiple First Nations communities, including Animbiigoo Zaagi'igan Anishinaabek and Fort William First Nation, maintaining their traditions and governance systems.

The region contains both urban and rural areas, with Thunder Bay city serving as the primary hub for education, healthcare, and government services for 146,048 residents.

The district maintains 93.5 percent of its territory as unorganized land, creating vast spaces for nature preservation and outdoor activities throughout the Canadian Shield.

Location: Ontario

Inception: 1871

Capital city: Thunder Bay

Elevation above the sea: 220 m

Shares border with: Kenora District, Alger County

GPS coordinates: 50.00000,-88.00000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:02