We understand that many people have been evacuated from their communities and are now in Thunder Bay, with limited information about the support available here. We also recognize that many residents in Thunder Bay and surrounding areas may be feeling worried, stressed, or overwhelmed by the wildfire situation.<\/p>\n
This guide provides information on:<\/p>\n
If you’re unsure where to start, call 211. Their staff can connect you with local services, shelters, food supports, health care, transportation, financial assistance, and other community resources available in Thunder Bay.<\/p>\n
Resources and services may change as the wildfire situation evolves. Please contact the organization directly or visit their website for the latest information.<\/p>\n
If you are in immediate danger, call 911.<\/p>\n
2-1-1<\/strong><\/p>\n If you have questions about wildfires, evacuations, community supports, or available resources:<\/p>\n Emergency Preparation:<\/strong><\/p>\n What to do in an evacuation: https:\/\/www.ontario.ca\/page\/be-prepared-emergency<\/p>\n Canadian Red Cross (Thunder Bay)<\/strong><\/p>\n 1145 Barton St Thunder Bay, 807-623-3073<\/p>\n Wildfire Information and Emergency Updates<\/strong><\/p>\n Shelter & Food Supports<\/strong><\/p>\n MURILLO FAIRGROUNDS Primary Contacts BEENDIGEN CRISIS HOME SHELTER HOUSE THUNDER BAY<\/p>\n Hot meals served daily at 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. and 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.<\/p>\n 420 George St, Thunder Bay, 807-623-8182 GRACE PLACE 235 Simpson St., Thunder Bay ELEVATE NWO DEW DROP-IN ROOTS TO HARVEST URBAN ABBY FOOD BANKS *MUST REGISTER BY CALLING 211* FOOD BANKS *NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED* Third Wednesday of the month from 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Pet Supports<\/strong> Providing supplies for pets in-need such as collars, harnesses, bowls, toys, wet and dry food, crates, and pet carriers. LIVESTOCK RELOCATION<\/strong> Alexandra Chalifoux \u2013 Thunder Bay Community Pasture: 807-629-5283 ID Clinics<\/strong><\/p>\n ROOTS TO HARVEST For status cards, contact the Federal Department of Indigenous Services Canada: (807) 343-5310<\/p>\n For passports, contact the Federal Department of Service Canada: (800) 622-6232<\/p>\n For all other provincial forms of ID such as Health Cards or Drivers License, contact Service Ontario:<\/p>\n 435 James St S., 800-267-8097<\/p>\n Mental Health & Crisis Support<\/strong> CMHA THUNDER BAY<\/p>\n\n
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\nOnsite camping at the Murrilo Fairgrounds is reserved for evacuee families only, subject to confirmation by site personnel and available capacity. Priority will be given to families with livestock sheltered on the premises.<\/p>\n
\nAlexandra Chalifoux \u2013 Thunder Bay Community Pasture: 807-629-5283
\nMike Huber \u2013 Thunder Bay Community Pasture: 519-572-0184
\nCarolyn Hughes \u2013 Oliver Agricultural Society (Murillo Fairgrounds): 807-629-8617<\/p>\n
\nProvides shelter to Indigenous women and children experiencing violence
\n807-346-4357<\/p>\n
\nshelterhouse.on.ca<\/p>\n
\nOpen Monday to Friday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m., offering air-conditioned space, meals, and services.<\/p>\n
\n807-473-3538<\/p>\n
\nDrop-in available for a meal, rest, or support Monday to Friday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon and 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
\nHot breakfast served at 10:00 a.m.
\n102-106 Cumberland Street North, Thunder Bay<\/p>\n
\nProvides a hot meal 12:30 -3:30 p.m. or a bagged lunch 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. to anyone daily.
\n292 Red River Rd, Thunder Bay, 807-346-0809
\nEmail: office@dewdropinnthunderbay.ca<\/p>\n
\nProvides home-cooked meals for Elders and seniors (60+) twice a week. Wednesdays 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. and Fridays 11:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. All are welcome to drop-in to Dining Hall on Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
\n450 Fort William Road<\/p>\n
\nLunch served Monday to Friday 12:30 p.m. and dinner served Saturday 5:30 p.m.
\n308 Red River Rd, 807-768-8923<\/p>\n
\nEvery second Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon.
\n75 Walkover Street, 807-767-3961
\nEvery second Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
\n545 North Cumberland St, 807-345-7319
\nEvery second Saturday 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
\n168 Munro Street, 807-34-3391<\/p>\n
\nSecond and Fourth Sunday of the month
\n11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
\n228 Pearl St., 807-345-6898
\nFor rural residents outside of Thunder Bay. Must show I.D. of
\neach family member.<\/p>\n
\nComnee Community Complex, 19 Holland Rd., 807-285-0836<\/p>\n
\nOntario SPCA & Humane Society Northwest Animal Centre<\/p>\n
\n1-807-475-8803
\nnorthwest@ontario.spca.ca
\nontariospca.ca<\/p>\n
\nHelping relocate and transport livestock for evacuated families. You must call prior to transporting animals or delivering supplies to a refuge location.<\/p>\n
\nMike Huber \u2013 Thunder Bay Community Pasture: 519-572-0184
\nCarolyn Hughes \u2013 Oliver Agricultural Society (Murillo Fairgrounds): 807-629-8617<\/p>\n
\nWill provide support in obtaining new ID. Some types of ID may not be eligible for this program.
\n450 Fort William Rd
\ninfo@rootscfc.org
\n807-285-0189.<\/p>\n\n
\nOntario Native Women’s Association (ONWA)
\nONWA is mobilizing support and are here to help.
\n1-800-667-0816<\/p>\n