Waterfront District BIA

Welcome to The Waterfront District

SHOP. EAT. PLAY. STAY.

Vibrant. Diverse. Inclusive. Thunder Bay’s Waterfront District provides a unique opportunity to experience the North Side’s dramatic revival. With dozens of new businesses, the Waterfront District offers a wonderful variety of activities, dining and shopping options perfect for just about everyone.

Live Outside the Box!

Thunder Bay’s premier shopping area features boutiques, specialty and antique shops, children’s clothing, hair salons, tattoo parlours and much more. Put some variety into your shopping spree!

Eat

Home to some of the best dining in town, the Waterfront District offers something for every palate. From fine dining to hot dogs, pubs to gelato – the food scene is thriving in the Waterfront District!

The perfect place to get out and play, the Waterfront District is rich in art, culture, theatre and recreational activities. There’s always something happening in the Waterfront District!

We have you covered with award winning hotels, for views of the Sleeping Giant and just steps to everything the Waterfront District has to offer!

About Us

The purpose of the Waterfront District BIA is to facilitate a vibrant, diverse, mixed-use downtown area where residents and visitors collectively gather to enjoy a variety of businesses, shopping, entertainment and recreational activities in a safe, beautiful environment.

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Available Promotions

When it comes to gifts, we have you covered. There’s something for everyone in the Waterfront District.

Business Directory

The Waterfront District has 100+ businesses in the BIA. Check out where you can Shop, Eat, Play, and Stay.

Parking

The Waterfront District has 1,500 public parking spaces throughout the BIA, both on and off-street parking.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The Waterfront District BIA has many opportunities throughout the year for sponsorship.

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The Waterfront District BIA

BIA Sponsorships/Donations Guidelines & Application Form:
The Board of Management establishes funds annually for donating BIA Bucks to our members’ projects or events as well as community events that fit our criteria.  If you would like to request funding from the Waterfront District BIA, please download the Sponsorship/Donations Guidelines and the Application Form.  Requests must be received by the 21st of the month for review at the next Board meeting.

Please email your completed application to:  thewaterfrontdistrict@tbaytel.net or Click Here To apply online!

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