Thunder Bay strives to be an inclusive travel destination to people of all abilities. Get outside and enjoy barrier-free fishing or moose hunting or explore an accessible trail. In the winter, try a sit-ski or sledge hockey. Experience some of these memorable outdoor and recreational pursuits to get the most out of your Thunder Bay vacation.  

 

Wilderness Discovery Centre
Wilderness Discovery Handi-Capable Centre is a fully handicapped accessible resort situated 80 kilometers west of Thunder Bay, Ontario.

Sit-ski
Explore the wonder of winter like never before. Ski the trails at Kamview Nordic Centre using their Sit-Skis that allows you to ski using your arms from a seated position. Contact the Kamview Nordic Centre for more information at (807) 475-7081.

Canada Games Complex
Stay fit, pump iron or go for a swim. The Canada Games Complex is a unique, accessible, multi-purpose fitness and recreational facility providing access to people of all abilities.

Lakehead Regional Conservation Areas
Bird-watch, explore, snap away! Experience accessible conservation lands and explore networks of trails while viewing cascading falls and sparkling waters. Lakehead Region Conservation Areas include the Cascades Conservation Area, Mission Island Marsh and The Hazelwood Lake Nature Centre.

Thunder Bay accessible sports 
Get your sports on - Thunder Bay is where athletic-minded individuals of all abilities come to play. Experience goalball, wheelchair curling, blind curling, sledge hockey and other exciting activies. Learn more about Thunder Bay accessible sports.

Silvercity Movie Theatre
Catch a flick at Silvercity in Thunder Bay. A multi-screen movie complex that is wheel-chair accessible and offers hearing impaired assistance. Bring your Access2Entertainment Card for discounts and savings.

Thunder Bay Public Libraries
Stay connected to friends and family through Thunder Bay Public Libraries. All branches of the library are wheelchair accessible and offer free wireless service and computers with Internet access. The Waverley and Brodie locations offer accessible public work stations.  

Moose hunting
An early moose hunting season is available for people with disabilities. Apply to begin moose hunting in select Wildlife Management Units. Call: 1-866-344-4159.

Fishing
Catch that big one! McKellar Island offers a barrier-free fishing dock with quick access within the City.

 

Check out some of the Accessible Services available in Thunder Bay.

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