Host Amy Stasiewicz gives a recap on what happened at City Council. Jason Sherband, Manager of Solid Waste and Recycling Services, also joins the Minutes podcast studio to share updates on the Thunder Bay recycling depots and changes coming in 2026.
Special Episode - Build Thunder Bay
2026-02-26 | 25 mins.
Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with the City’s Director of Development Services, Joel DePeuter, to talk about all things Build Thunder Bay - from the One Stop Development Shop to key updates for 2025–2026.
February 17, 2026 - Encampment Response Update
2026-02-19 | 21 mins.
Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's City Council meeting. Rilee Willianen, the City's Supervisor of Encampment Response, joins the Minutes studio to discuss the guiding criteria for designated encampment sites, the 10 part response plan and more insight into the Temporary Shelter Village.
February 10, 2026 - Infrastructure and Operations Update
2026-02-13 | 25 mins.
Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's Finance and Administration and Quality of Life Standing Committee meetings. Matthew Miedema, the City's Director of Engineering, joins the Minutes studio to chat about the City's Infrastructure and Operations department.
February 2, 2026 - Eye on the Street Program
2026-02-05 | 24 mins.
Host Amy Stasiewicz gives an update on what happened at this week's City Council meeting, including an update on the 2026 Operating Budget. Amy also has an interview with Matt Pearson, the City's Senior Advisor - Growth, to learn more about the Eye on the Street Program. Please note: the property tax impacts of the levy may change pending approval of the tax policy later in 2026.
The Minutes is a weekly exploration of Thunder Bay’s City Council meetings.Each episode features an overview of the latest meeting, plus engaging interviews with city staff and administration, providing detailed insights and perspectives beyond traditional news coverage.“The Minutes” is presented by the City of Thunder Bay and is not politically affiliated with individual councillors.
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