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Pilot project would offer free menstrual products in city facilities

 A number of other municipalities have already adopted similar programs, with city councillor Shelby Ch'ng, noting Thunder Bay should follow suit.  

Construction starts on Northwood Playfield splash pad

 The splash pad was announced as part of the 2021 city budget, said Coun. Shelby Ch'ng, who represents the Northwood ward. 

Conservatory renewal recommended

 Coun. Shelby Ch'ng, whose Northwood ward includes the conservatory, said she anticipates majority support to renew the amenity on Monday. 

City of Thunder Bay Launches Tourism App

 “The walking tour app has been an amazing highlight of the committee’s accomplishments over the past year.  It is something that can be enjoyed by both visitors and locals.  I hope you can all make time to download and use the app with your families as we head into this summer.  On behalf of the 50th Anniversary Committee and City Council, enjoy!” 

Ch'ng gives thumbs up to roundabout proposal

 Ch’ng says over time, the roundabout will save city taxpayers money.

Rainbow crosswalks installed at Bay and Algoma

 “It’s a symbol of Thunder Bay moving forward and understanding that diversity is going to be a major factor … in our community.” 

Thunder Bay 'art bus' aims to bring joy to community while showcasing diversity

 "This past year has been quite a disappointment for celebrations. It's been really difficult to organize anything we feel like we deserve. But, you know, the things that we have been able to do are actually feeling pretty good right now," said Ch'ng. 

Medicine wheel design approved for roundabout

 Coun. Shelby Ch’ng, whose Northwood ward encompasses the intersection, said it was one way the city could make good on a commitment under its Indigenous Relations and Inclusion Strategy to “collaborate on new place-making initiatives and opportunities for welcoming spaces in the city.” 

Shelby Ch'ng takes to Reddit for feedback on Thunder Bay budget

'For so long we used old tools to do new jobs'

Councillor targets payday loans

Northwood Coun. Shelby Ch'ng plans to table a resolution in council chambers later this month with the aim of requiring payday loan businesses to put up signs showing the equivalent annual interest rate for the fees they charge for loans.

Enterprising women to be honoured

 Ch’ng was awarded the first-ever Enterprising Women Alumni Award this week from the Paro Centre for Enterprising Women.