Terrace Bay Fire/Emergency Services

08/31/2026

08/30/2026

Re-opened as of 02:52am

REOPENED (2:52 a.m. EDT): Highway 17 has fully reopened east of Terrace Bay following the removal of a jackknifed transport truck. ^pia
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RÉOUVERT (2 h 52 HAE) : La réouverture de l'autoroute 17 à l'est de Terrace Bay a eu lieu après l'enlèvement d'un camion de transport qui s'était mis en portefeuille. ^pia

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HIGHWAY CLOSURE (10:35 p.m. EDT): Highway 17 is blocked in both directions approximately 25 km east of Terrace Bay, near Steel River, for a jackknifed transport truck. No injuries reported. Removal efforts underway. Updates to follow as information becomes available. ^pia
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FERMETURE D'AUTOROUTE (22 h 35 HAE) : L'autoroute 17 est bloquée dans les deux sens à environ 25 km à l'est de Terrace Bay, près de Steel River, en raison d'un camion de transport qui a fait un pliant. Aucunes blessures n'ont été signalées. Les opérations de dégagement sont en cours. Des mises à jour suivront dès que de nouvelles informations seront disponibles. ^pia

08/19/2026

** RESTRICTED FIRE ZONE REVOKED - EFFECTIVE AUGUST 20TH, 2026 AT 12:01AM - at that time, all municipal open air burning permits will be reinstated **

The Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) previously in place for the Northwest Region and a small portion of the Northeast Region will be revoked, effective Thursday, August 20 at 12:01 a.m. local time.

The Ministry of Natural Resources would like to thank Ontarians and visitors for doing their part to help prevent wildland fires and keep communities safe. Please continue to use extreme caution and follow Ontario’s Outdoor Fires Regulations when having an outdoor fire - ontario.ca/outdoorfirerules.

The province will continue to assess wildland fire hazard conditions, and an RFZ designation may be reinstated in higher risk areas if the fire hazard and fire activity warrants it.

08/04/2026

Agreement Signed for new Superior North EMS Base to be Located in Terrace Bay

August 4, 2026 – The Township of Terrace Bay and the City of Thunder Bay have entered into an agreement to support the construction of a new, modern ambulance base serving North Shore communities.

Under the agreement, the Township of Terrace Bay will construct and own a new building at 1006 Highway 17 in Terrace Bay, Ontario. The new station will be leased to the City of Thunder Bay on behalf of Superior North EMS (SNEMS).

The planned ambulance base will function as a district hub, serving the communities of Terrace Bay, Jackfish, Schreiber, Rossport, Pays Plat First Nation, and several surrounding unincorporated areas. The base will feature three drive-through ambulance bays, along with modern amenities and facilities for paramedics.

Superior North EMS, a division of the City of Thunder Bay, provides ambulance services throughout the City and District of Thunder Bay.

Contact:
Mayor Paul Malashewski, Township of Terrace Bay, 807-823-0630
Jon Hall, CAO/Clerk, Township of Terrace Bay, 807-825-3315
Shane Muir, Chief, Superior North EMS, 807-629-8884

07/30/2026

Engine One filling the water totes in the burnout box for the annual Superior Classic Car Club Dragfest! Racing take place this weekend July 31st to August 2nd! Hope to see everyone out!

07/18/2026

** Please read update from the Municipality **

📢 COMMUNITY UPDATE

The Township continues to closely monitor wildfire activity and air quality conditions in our community and across the region.

At this time, Township operations are continuing as normal, although some service adjustments have been made to help protect the health and safety of our staff and residents. These may include temporarily reduced pool hours and limitations on some outdoor work and activities when air quality conditions warrant.

The Township remains ready to implement its Emergency Management Plan if conditions require. We are maintaining communication with local stakeholders and staying informed of actions being taken by senior levels of government, which remain prepared to provide support as needed.

We encourage all residents and visitors to:
🔥 Respect the Restricted Fire Zone and all fire restrictions.
🌫️ Monitor local air quality conditions and limit outdoor activity when necessary.
📱 Stay informed by following the Township's official communication channels for updates.

The safety and well-being of our community remains our highest priority.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and cooperation as we continue to monitor conditions.

07/15/2026

CLEARED (9:00 p.m.): has reopened between Marathon and Terrace Bay, with a lane restriction at the scene of the collision until a damaged vehicle can be towed

UPDATE: (as of 7:24pm) one lane has reopened to alternating traffic. Please use caution in that area

Terrace Bay and Schreiber Fire Departments, EMS and OPP are responding to a serious motor vehicle collision on east of Terrace Bay at km marker 794. Please use caution while in the area.

07/14/2026

** ATTENTION RESIDENTS **

Due to the high to extreme fire hazard, increased wildland fire activity, the current fire load and to reduce the number of human-caused wildland fires, the Ministry of Natural Resources will be implementing a Restricted Fire Zone (RFZ) for the Northwest Region and a portion of the Northeast region, effective Wednesday, July 15 at 12:01 a.m. local time.

No open air burning, including campfires, is permitted within the boundaries of a Restricted Fire Zone.

Access the map of the RFZ boundaries and learn more about restrictions at Ontario.ca/fireupdates

06/21/2026

The ticket has been drawn! Congratulations to Marilyn Fischer on winning the draw! Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets!! Your support is greatly appreciated 👏

06/07/2026

Getting the forestry pumps and gear ready for fire season.