Police Week Underway Following Flag Raising at City Hall

May 11, 2026

The Thunder Bay Police Service marked the start of National Police Week alongside the City of Thunder Bay with a formal proclamation from the Mayor, declaring Police Week in Thunder Bay beginning May 11, 2026.
 
National Police Week is observed across Canada each May to recognize the dedication and service of police officers, police professionals, and volunteers who work to keep communities safe. The local proclamation serves as an opportunity to acknowledge the commitment of Thunder Bay Police Service members and the important role they play in supporting public safety and community well being.
 
“This proclamation is a meaningful way to recognize the work of our sworn and civilian members,” said Chief of Police Darcy Fleury. “Every day, our members serve the community with professionalism, care, and dedication, often in challenging circumstances. Police Week gives us an opportunity to thank them and to recognize the shared responsibility we all have in building safe and healthy communities.”
 
During Police Week, the Thunder Bay Police Service is hosting Coffee with a Cop events, providing opportunities for residents to meet local officers, ask questions, and engage in informal conversations.
 
These events are intended to foster open dialogue and strengthen relationships between police and the community.
 
The first Coffee with a Cop event is taking place on Thursday at Dolce Coffee House starting at 11:00 AM.
 
Following the proclamation, the Thunder Bay Police Service flag was raised at city hall for the week.
 
The Thunder Bay Police Service headquarters will also be illuminated red and blue during the evenings for the week.
 
The Thunder Bay Police Service thanks the Mayor and City of Thunder Bay for their continued support and for recognizing Police Week as part of National Police Week across Canada. 

Major Crime Unit investigation leads to manslaughter charges

August 19, 2026
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Thunder Bay Police Service acquires ballistics lab for Forensic Identification Unit

August 19, 2026
The Thunder Bay Police Service is pleased to announce the acquisition of a ballistics lab. The facility was developed to provide the Thunder Bay Police Service Forensic Identification (Ident) Unit with a dedicated, controlled space for firearms-related forensic work. The facility will allow trained Ident members to safely conduct test firing and recover bullets and other ballistic evidence for examination and comparison. The container was custom built locally by StrongBox Inc with ballistic safety panels which allows officers to conduct testing in the safest manner. The bullet recovery tank was purchased from Cyber National Inc out of the US which was recommended by the Ontario Centre of Forensic Sciences as one of the best options in North America and is certified to withstand shots up to .50 Caliber ammunition testing. Some of the main benefits include: • A dedicated and controlled environment for firearms testing and bullet recovery. • Improved efficiency by allowing this work to be completed locally rather than relying on outside facilities • Faster processing of firearms-related evidence and reduced delays in investigations • Improved ability to recover bullets in a condition suitable for subsequent forensic examination and comparison • Increased operational capability for the Forensic Identification Unit and support for major and firearms-related investigations The project was supported through Community Safety and Policing (CSP) grant funding, which assisted with the purchase of the bullet recovery system, and other equipment required to establish the facility.

Investigation update

August 18, 2026
TB26032479 Investigation update The Thunder Bay Police Service has updated an ongoing assault investigation to a sudden death investigation. Officers were dispatched to the area of the 1000 block of Dawson Road in the afternoon of August 15, 2026. A female was located and transported to a local hospital with injuries. The Major Crime Unit became involved in the ongoing investigation. Investigators believe there is no risk to public safety at this time. No other information is available at this time. Updates will be provided when they become available.