In Thunder Bay, where workforce attraction and retention are critical, removing this barrier would help skilled workers settle permanently, strengthen local businesses, and support a more resilient economy.
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Letter: Request for Federal Changes to Temporary Foreign Worker Program for Rural Employers to be applied to Northwestern Ontario Communities
Honourable David Piccini Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training & Skills Development Dear Minister Piccini: On March 13, 2026, the...
Letter: Buy Canadian Commitment and VIA Rail’s Fleet Procurement
Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental...
Written Submission: Study on the impact of the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) on the Canadian labour market and access to employment for local citizens.
Chair & Committee MembersStanding Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with...
2026 Annual General Meeting Information
As required by the Chamber By-laws, the agenda and information for the Chamber's AGM on February 19th is available for advance review....
2026 Ontario Budget Consultation Submission
The Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce represents nearly 800 Member companies with over 20,000 employees in the Thunder Bay area. This year’s...