Fourth Annual Northwest Climate Gathering: October 17, 2026
Active Transportation in Thunder Bay will be the focus of this year’s Gathering. Come help us all get around the city in ways that are good for us and the environment.
Bringing Thunder Bay and Region Together for Tomorrow
The Northwest Climate Gathering welcomes everyone in the region working towards a more sustainable, inclusive and joyous tomorrow. Our key event is held in the fall, but through-out the year we gather community to support initiatives and build positive relationships with one another. We are a grassroots ad-hoc ensemble of like-minded volunteers and we welcome you!
We collaborated with the City and Lakehead University’s Sustainability Office to host an Earth Day Gathering at The Thunder Bay Conservatory. Beautiful space, great turnout (225 people), lots of activities and conversations.
The annual Gathering has included an Artist in Residence program the last two years (2024 and 2025). Stop by the Thunder Bay Art Gallery before April 29th to see the works of Keira Essex and Tim Tait.
Join our email list for twice-monthly round-ups of Climate Actions in the Region worth your support and attention by emailing: NWClimateGathering@gmail.com. Or just email us with your news, questions and offers.
Check out our Youth Resource Library for information and resources to support your Climate Action and answer your Climate Futures questions.
Come to a Stone Soup Gathering held once or twice a month at Lunan Hall (in St Paul’s United Church 349 Waverley St) from 6-8:30 with a potluck, ice breakers, and time to connect over games and conversations both facilitated and spontaneous. Join the email list for upcoming dates. Bring your whole family, a neighbour – all are welcome!
April 30 – Thursday
May 5 – Tuesday
May 21 – Thursday
June 18 – Thursday
June 30 – Tuesday
Listen to Something Different This Way Comes hosted by Heather McLeod (a Gathering volunteer) on CILU Radio 102.7 FM Mondays at 6 pm for news of Climate Action in the Region
Testimonials
“Such an inspiring event with fresh ideas for moving forward as the climate changes around us.”
Lucie LaVoie
“What an exciting opportunity the first Northwest Climate Gathering was for us to meet a diverse group of like minded people and learn about ways to become involved in climate action in Thunder Bay. We learned so much from everyone that we spoke with and the presenters that we listened to. The workshop sessions during the weekend were very helpful in defining our new role in climate advocacy. Can’t wait for the next gathering.”
Marg Woods
“Attending and speaking at the premier Northwest Climate Gathering last year was a deeply fulfilling experience for me. I was particularly enthused to be surrounded by a group of like-minded individuals, all passionate about creating meaningful and selfless contributions to their communities. The opportunity to share the stage with Richard Wong to speak on the critical topic of ‘Engaging Successfully with Government & Corporations’ resonated with my commitment to fostering collaboration and shaping sustainability thinking within corporate and community systems. Events like this are vital for creating the consensus needed to drive sustainable development, and I look forward to building on these foundations for the benefit of the region.”
Bekeme Masade-Olowola
“I was asked by Shelby how I keep going after all the ups and downs on the active Transportation file. I credited my supporters and specifically the Northwest climate people and named you and Heather for keeping me going!”
Ken Shields
“This gathering filled my cup and re-instilled hope. It’s a perfect event to showcase the great community growing around local climate action, and an even more perfect opportunity to get involved.”
Michaela Bohunicky
Media Coverage
Keira Essex/Kevin Brooks: Northwest Climate Gathering: Hope and Action 2023
CBC
Madi Dyk/Summer Stevenson: ‘Northwest Climate Gathering: Hope and Action 2023’
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Northwest Climate Gathering in Thunder Bay, Ont. brings forward urgent calls to action
CBC
Hope and Action in Thunder Bay with the Northwest Climate Gathering
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Northwest Climate Gathering: Hope and Action 2023
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