It’s all here RELOCATION GUIDE
Contents Welcome to North Bay Welcome to North Bay – it’s all here Message from the Mayor Welcome Services
About North Bay Distances to Major Centres Demographics Climate North Bay Waterfront Housing Regional Communities
Services Education Post-Secondary Education School Boards Private Institutions Child Resources Employment Transportation Health Care Animal Care Services Social & Family Services Community Services Professional Services Senior Services Literacy & Language Services Settlement Services Utilities Communication Services
Recreation & Leisure Leisure Guide Arts, Culture & Heritage Natural Amenities Community Involvement
Welcome to North Bay Welcome to North Bay – it’s all here North Bay is a vibrant community nestled between
The natural environment lends the perfect setting for
Lake Nipissing and Trout Lake. With approximately
all-season recreational activities and special events,
54,000 residents, North Bay is the perfect location to
including a multitude of outdoor pursuits, arts, and
live, learn, work and play.
entertainment.
North Bay offers the best of both worlds in urban and
North Bay is a spectacular city to raise a family,
rural living. Lakefront properties or country settings
advance a career, pursue an education, settle into
are available within minutes of the active downtown
retirement and live a happy, healthy lifestyle.
core. The local economy offers employment in various professions, industries and trades, offering the perfect
Welcome to North Bay – it’s all here.
balance of work and family life. Residents can take advantage of state-of-the-art
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health care, specialty family services, retirement facilities, places of worship and cultural associations, accessible transportation, technological-infrastructure
As you navigate this guide online
and more.
at www.investinnorthbay.ca you
Multi-level educational opportunities include English
can click on the italicized text and
and French language curriculums for both elementary
web addresses to visit resources.
and high school, along with excellent college, university, and technical training institutions.
WELCOME
Message from the Mayor North Bay is truly unique. Large enough to establish
people. A multitude of services, and programs are
that “big city” feel of diversity, culture, and excitement.
available to assist residents with a variety of needs
North Bay also offers residents the safe, welcoming
and goals. Outdoor adventurists, artisans, hobbyists,
warmth found only in a caring community.
sports fans—there are activities, groups, services and opportunities that cater to any enthusiast.
Our community members share a common trait—a strong sense of pride in our region. From events and
I welcome you to experience all the city has to
festivals to groups and services, community spirit
offer and to find out first-hand why North Bay is a
flourishes in North Bay. It is an area that is as diverse as
community like no other.
it is inclusive. Mayor Al McDonald The well-being of our community is due, in part, to the health of our economy, our environment, and our
Welcome Services North Bay offers several programs for newcomers to
The North Bay & District Multicultural Centre will
get involved in the community. By volunteering and
provide program information and resources for
participating in programs, newcomers can quickly
anyone new to North Bay.
feel connected, build professional networks, make social connections, and learn more about North Bay.
For more information contact:
The Connector Program is a way for newcomers
North Bay & District Multicultural Centre
to get in touch with business owners, operators,
Phone: 705.495.8931
manager, volunteers, and community leaders based
Toll Free: 877.495.8931
on their interests and goals.
www.nbdmc.ca www.northbayimmigration.ca
WELCOME
About North Bay Located as the gateway between northern and
success of annual events and initiatives. Festivals,
southern Ontario, North Bay is a friendly community
attractions, and a wide range of special event
with an ideal environment for working, living, and
activities complement the natural attractions of the
raising a family. North Bay is located three hours north
area, creating a vibrant and active place to live.
of Canada’s largest city, Toronto, and three and a half
North Bay boasts a healthy environment, with boreal
hours west of the nation’s capital, Ottawa.
forests, spring-fed water, and clean air, as well as safe, friendly, well-planned neighbourhoods. Coming home
The city is situated between Lake Nipissing and Trout
is a true pleasure in North Bay.
Lake and offers lakefront property in both urban and rural settings. The short distance between home and
North Bay’s residents enjoy the comforts of a safe
work allows residents more time to enjoy the wealth of
environment. With a new state-of-the-art Regional
parkland and leisure facilities available in the area.
Health Centre and world-class post-secondary institutions, North Bay continues to provide the
North Bay residents are engaged in community
infrastructure and services to support community
development. This dedication is evident in the number
growth.
of volunteer hours and support given to ensure the
Distances to Major Centres
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Chicago
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Travel distances to major Canadian centres from North Bay include:
Kilometres
Miles
Driving Time
Sudbury
125
78
1.5 hours
Toronto
345
214
3 hours
Hamilton
394
245
4 hours
Ottawa
357
222
3.5 hours
Montreal
555
345
5.5 hours
London
500
311
5 hours
North Bay is a day’s drive from many large U.S. centres. There are six different border crossings available to reach destinations such as Buffalo, Detroit, New York City, Boston, and Chicago. Travel distances to major U.S. centres from North Bay include:
Kilometres
Miles
Driving Time
Buffalo
490
306
5 hours
Detroit
683
427
7 hours
New York City
770
478
8 hours
Boston
1041
651
10 hours
Chicago
1144
715
11 hours
Demographics North Bay has a population of 54,000. The regional
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trading area representing people within the districts of Nipissing and Parry Sound, Timmins, Temiskaming
New residents in Ontario who
Shores and Cobalt contains a population of
have a valid driver’s licence
approximately 112,000.
from another province, state or
The North Bay Census Agglomeration includes the City of North Bay, East Ferris Township, Bonfield
country, can use it for up to 60
Township, and the Municipality of Callander. The total
days after moving to Ontario.
population for North Bay Census Agglomeration 2011 Census of Population was more than 64,000.
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Climate North Bay’s four-season climate provides the perfect opportunity for outdoor enthusiasts. The following table highlights seasonal average temperatures for North Bay based on a sampling period covering 30 years. Data provided by The Weather Network.
Winter
Spring
Summer
Fall September -
December – March
April – June
July – August
Average
9 ºC/ 15 ºF
10 ºC/50 ºF
18 ºC/65 ºF
6 ºC/43 ºF
Average High
5 ºC/41 ºF
15 ºC/59 ºF
23 ºC/74 ºF
10 ºC/50 ºF
Average Low
-14 ºC/6.8 ºF
5 ºC/41 ºF
13 ºC/55 ºF
2 ºC/36 ºF
November
North Bay Waterfront North Bay is well known for its magnificent waterfront, an area that has become the flagship attraction of the community. Adjacent to the downtown core,
• A.C.T. Playground • The Kate Pace Way – a paved multiuse non-motorized route that runs along the shoreline
pedestrians are connected to the waterfront through an underpass walkway. With sandy beaches, walking paths surrounded by beautiful gardens, warm and shallow waters, ample
The waterfront developments continue to progress as a result of a committed group of community volunteers known as Community Waterfront Friends.
fishing and boating opportunities, snowmobiling,
For more information about this group and the future
picture perfect sunsets, and an endless variety of
waterfront plans, please visit:
seasonal activities, the waterfront is the spot to be. www.waterfrontfriends.org North Bay’s Waterfront is located on the shores of Lake Nipissing, adjacent to King’s Landing (Government Dock) home port for the Chief Commanda II tour watercraft, and includes: • Abundant walkways and parking • An arboretum of plants, trees, and ornamental grass • Marina featuring 250 boat slips adjacent to the picnic & band shelters • Plenty of beaches for swimming • Heritage Mini-Train and Heritage Carousels
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Housing North Bay is made up of seven areas including, Thibeault Terrace, Airport Hill, Graniteville, Pinewood, Birchaven, Central and Ferris. Each area offers unique attributes and a variety of residential, commercial and natural amenities.
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ABOUT NORTH BAY
Average House Prices The overall housing market has been firming up due to improving sales activity and a muted rise in new listings. The following provides an overview of average housing prices in North Bay in 2011.
$385,000
Senior Executive
$300,000
Executive Detached Two-Storey
$285,000
Luxury Condominium Apartment Detatched Bungalow
$245,000
Standard Two-Storey
$240,000 $170,000
Standard Condominium Apartment Standard Townhouse
$130,000 Source: Royal Lepage House Price Survey
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Buying With affordable houses, condominiums, executive homes, waterfront properties, heritage homes, and build-to-suit vacant land, North Bay offers endless ownership opportunities. For more information about the housing market contact: North Bay Real Estate Board Phone: 705.472.6812 www.nbreb.com
To view current property listings visit: www.mls.ca
www.northbayhomes4sale.com
www.homesacrosscanada.com
www.northbayhomebuilders.com
www.propertyguys.com
www.northbay.kijiji.ca
www.northbayclassifieds.com/real_estate_sales.asp
www.youronlineagents.com/northbay
www.baytoday.ca/content/classifieds
www.propertysold.ca/homesforsale.php
www.nugget.classifiedextra.ca
www.openrealestate.ca/ontario
Renting Renting a house or an apartment is a viable option with the availability of affordable accommodations
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for singles, couples and families. Many of North Bay’s
North Bay was home to
can serve as a comfortable intermediary place to
Ontario’s 22nd Premier, the
hotels also offer long-term, negotiable options that stay during the house-hunting stage. Furthermore, Nipissing University and Canadore College have
Honourable Michael D.
residences available for rent in the summer months.
Harris, Former Premier of
To view rental listings visit:
Ontario, MPP Nipissing.
www.northbayclassifieds.com/rentals_display.asp www.baytoday.ca/content/classifieds www.northbay.kijiji.ca www.donkiz-ca.com
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Regional Communities There are a number of smaller municipalities with francophone services, established commercial districts and varying housing options within a short drive of North Bay.
Callander
landscape encompasses the true essence of life in West Nipissing. West Nipissing real estate includes
Callander is a quaint municipality located 10 minutes south of North Bay. Situated on the south shore of Lake Nipissing, Callander Bay’s sandy beaches and
houses by the river, lake, country homes, downtown apartments, vacant lots for new builds, assisted living, newly built subdivisions and retirement condos.
picturesque sunsets provide a perfect backdrop for the downtown core. With a population of 3,864, Callander boasts a solid mix of rural and urban housing ranging
www.westnipissingouest.ca
from lakeside single-family dwellings, golf course
Temagami
community homes to town homes along the lake.
Located in the District of Nipissing, the Municipality
www.mycallander.ca
of Temagami, situated on beautiful Lake Temagami, is 65 kilometers north of North Bay on the Highway
Mattawa Voyageur Country
11 corridor. With a population of 820, Temagami offers endless opportunities for the outdoor
The communities of Mattawa, Bonfield, PapineauCameron, Mattawan and Calvin are neighbouring municipalities in Northeastern Ontario at the confluence of the Mattawa and Ottawa Rivers. The
enthusiasts. Affordable housing in rural and lakeside settings coupled with recreational activities such as canoeing, backcountry hiking, camping, fishing, and snowmobiling provides a perfect blend.
region is home to over 6,000 residents and is located along Highway 17 Trans-Canada highway, east of
www.temagami.ca
North Bay. With a blend of rural and urban living, the area provides affordable housing options to suit a range of needs. www.mattawavoyageurcountry.com
Powassan
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Powassan is the heart of good living surrounded by
North Bay is located
natural tranquility offering a quiet, rural lifestyle. With a population of 3,378, Powassan is twenty minutes south
adjacent to the
of North Bay. Housing options in Powassan range from
Nipissing First Nations
rural estates, hobby farms, and affordable rural building lots to subdivisions, houses in town and apartment living.
Reserve which is the
www.powassan.net
headquarters of the Union of Ontario Indians.
West Nipissing West Nipissing is a vibrant community nestled between the cities of Sudbury and North Bay. With a population of 14,149 people, French is prominent throughout the area. Affordable housing, rural and lakeside living and tremendous natural beauty wrapped in a northern
ABOUT NORTH BAY
ABOUT NORTH BAY
Services Education North Bay is the proud home of Nipissing University and Canadore College, several private colleges, training institutions, vocational schools, and four school boards. With a wide range of educational institutions and programs, students have the opportunity to begin learning in junior kindergarten and complete their studies with a masters degree, without ever leaving North Bay.
Post-Secondary Education Several post-secondary institutions are located in North Bay and offer part-time and full-time programs. The scope of programs offered range from arts, sciences, humanities, technology, and business; to apprenticeships, adult learning¸ English as a second language, and more.
Nipissing University
Canadore College
Nipissing University has a reputation for excellence in
Canadore College has three easily accessible North Bay
teacher education, arts, science, and professional
campuses, which include the Aerospace Centre located
programs. Students will find themselves in a high quality
at Jack Garland Airport, the technical/trades campus at
academic environment that is student-focused and
Commerce Court, and the arts and science campus at
based on personal teaching practices, innovative
the Education Centre. The Education Centre, co-located
approaches to learning, and a growing research culture.
with Nipissing University, resides on a pristine 700 acre/283 hectares site on the escarpment. Canadore College
For more information contact:
offers small classes focusing on key academic sectors.
Phone: 705.474.3450 www.nipissingu.ca
For more information contact: Phone: 705.474.7600 www.canadorec.on.ca
Collège Boréal–West Nipissing Campus The only French-language college in Northern Ontario, Collège Boréal offers the large Francophone population of Ontario a chance to further their education in their first language. It offers a wide range of programs, services, and products which prepare students to integrate into a bilingual labour market. The college also offers French as a Second Language courses to meet the needs of the English speaking population. Nipissing University and Canadore College residences
For more information contact:
offer apartment style living with no more than two
Phone: 705.753.5420
people sharing the bathroom facilities.
www.borealc.on.ca
SERVICES
School Boards North Bay is home to four school boards that include Public, Catholic, English, and French Boards.
English Public School Board For more information contact: Near North District School Board Phone: 705.472.8170 www.nearnorthschools.ca
English Catholic School Board For more information contact: Nipissing Parry-Sound Catholic School Board
CTS Canadian Career College
Phone: 705.472.1201 www.npsc.ca
CTS Canadian Career College offers accelerated, practical programs leading to specific careers in areas such as health, business, technology, and law.
French Public School Board For more information contact:
For more information contact:
Conseil Scolaire Public du Nord-Est de l’Ontario
Phone: 705.495.1200
Phone: 705.472.3443
www.ctsccc.com
www.csdne.edu.on.ca
Contact North Contact North’s access Centre is co-located
French Catholic School Board For more information contact:
within Canadore College-Commerce Court and
Conseil Scolaire Catholique Franco-Nord
offers distance education technologies such as
Phone: 705.472.1702
audioconferencing, videoconferencing, web
www.franco-nord.edu.on.ca
conferencing, computer workstations and high-speed Internet allowing students to connect to their programs
Private Institutions
and courses. North Bay has several private educational institutions. For more information contact: Phone: 705.474.7226 www.contactnorth.ca
This includes: Montessori Learning Centre Phone: 705.495.1173 www.northbaymontessori.ca
Modern College of Hairstyling and Esthetics
Kumon of North Bay
Modern College of Hairstyling & Esthetics is a registered
www.kumon.ca/north-bay
Phone: 705.474.5132
private career college that has been educating the beauty industry since 1955.
Oxford Learning North Bay Phone: 705.472.0972
For more information contact:
www.oxfordlearning.com
Phone: 705.474.1490 www.modernhes.com SERVICES
Child Resources North Bay offers a variety of child care services that are available in both French and English. A complete listing of child care and resource programs is available at the District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board. Phone: 705.474.2151 www.dnssab.on.ca
Nipissing Best Start
Child Care Subsidy
The goal of the Best Start program is to ensure that
Ontario Works can provide assistance with Children
children in Ontario develop the skills they need to
Services and the Child Care Fee Subsidy Program.
achieve success in school. Best Start focuses on early learning and child care services, as well as healthy development during a child’s first years. For information on these free programs for children and families:
For telephone applications: Phone: 705.474.1923
Ontario Early Years Centres Ontario Early Years Centres are places where parents
Phone: 705.474.2151 ext. 3346
Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Bay Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Bay is a non-profit
and caregivers can participate in a range of programs and activities with their children. For more information contact:
volunteer organization committed to fostering the
Phone: 705.474.8910 ext. 28
optimal development of children and youth through
www.communitylivingnorthbay.org
one-to-one mentoring services and growth-based
www.ontarioearlyyears.ca
programs. For more information please contact: Phone: 705.474.3041 www.bigbrothersbigsistersnorthbay.org
SERVICES
Employment To assist individuals in finding employment, North Bay offers several helpful resource centres:
YES! Employment Services Inc. Yes! is a North Bay employment agency dedicated to
Human Resources Development Canada - Job Bank
helping individuals find meaningful employment.
A federal government, Canadian-wide employment
For current listings or to speak with an agent contact: Phone: 705.476.3234
resource centre and job bank. Citizen Employment Service
www.yesnorthbay.com Service Canada
Disability Employment Opportunity Centre (DEOC)
Phone: 866.789.1297
The DEOC Employment Resource Centre is a facility
Employment Search Websites:
sponsored by Employment Ontario that focuses on
A variety of websites offer information, advice,
meeting the employment needs of people with
networking, and employment.
www.jobbank.gc.ca
disabilities in the community. www.nugget.classifiedextra.ca Phone: 705.494.4774 www.deoc.ca
www.gojobs.gov.on.ca www.northbay.kijiji.ca
Service Canada & CTS Employment Resource Centre
www.northbayjobs.ca
The North Bay Service Canada office and the CTS
www.indeed.ca
Employment Resource Centre are co-located in
www.wowjobs.ca
the Canada Place building at 107 Shirreff Avenue.
www.jobbank.gc.ca
Service Canada Centres are full service offering both information and transactional services. CTS Employment Resource Centre offers employment support to the community.
www.northbayclassifieds.com/employment.asp
www.monster.ca www.workopolis.ca www.jobisjob.ca
Service Canada Phone: 705.472.3700 www.servicecanada.gc.ca
Did you know?
CTS Employment Resource Centre
North Bay is home to
Phone: 705.474.5767
a dozen multinational
www.ctsresourcecentre.com
firms whose projects take
Canadore College Student and Employment Services
them to seven different continents.
This service offers employment opportunities, National Graduate Register, resume information, and assistance. Human Resources Department, Room C343 Phone: 705.474.7600 www.canadorec.on.ca SERVICES
Transportation North Bay is well connected to the rest of Canada and the United States through a system of highways, railways, and an airport. The Trans-Canada Highway 17, Canada’s east-west artery, passes through North Bay, and connects to the Highway 11 link to Toronto. This four-lane highway linkage allows for easy access to Southern Ontario markets. Two major bus lines provide passenger and express service to and from North Bay at a convenient central terminal.
City Transit
Ontario Northland
North Bay is serviced by public transportation, which provides an
Ontario Northland offers transportation via motor coach.
efficient way to travel within the city limits. Para-Bus vehicles are
Service includes destinations throughout Canada and the
available to serve individuals with physical challenges. North Bay
United States, with connections in Toronto, Ottawa, and
city buses run 6 a.m. to midnight from Monday to Saturday, and 8:30
Sudbury.
a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Bus stops are conveniently located all over the city and schedules are easy to retrieve online or in person at the Transit Centre. Bus passes are also available at the Transit Centre and at North Bay City Hall. For more information contact:
For more information contact: Phone: 705.472.4500 Toll Free: 800.363.7512 ext. 0
North Bay Transit Phone: 705.474.0400
Did you know?
www.city.north-bay.on.ca/cityhall/department/transit
New residents in Ontario have 30
Taxi
days before they have to register
North Bay’s taxi companies are as follows:
their vehicles and get Ontario
5-0 Taxi 705.476.5050 U-Need-A-Cab 705.497.7777
licence plates and vehicle permits.
Union Taxi 705.474.2700
SERVICES
Jack Garland Airport Just minutes from the downtown core, the municipally owned Jack Garland Airport is served by several air
scheduled flights from North Bay to Toronto’s Pearson International Airport and to Ottawa’s International Airport. In addition, regularly scheduled service is offered throughout the North.
carriers and charter operators with daily flights to Toronto and Ottawa. The passenger terminal features a single-level design, a restaurant, a security screening hold room, airline office space, ticket counter space, and unique architectural accents to please travelers from around the world. The Airport provides convenient, safe, and accessible vehicle parking at competitive rates. Mixed-use parking lots meet the needs of both long-term and short-term parking customers. Additionally, there is a covered drop-off area directly in front of the
For more information contact: Air Canada Reservations: 888.247.2262 Toll Free: 800.361.8071 www.aircanada.com Bearskin Airlines Reservations: 800.465.2327 www.bearskinairlines.com
Ministry of Transportation
terminal building, providing easy and quick access to
North Bay’s Ministry of Transportation office provides
both departure and arrival areas. Taxi and limousine
information about obtaining, and updating driver and
service is available outside the arrivals area. Car rental
vehicle licences.
agencies serve the airport, with kiosks located at the
For more information contact:
arrivals area. Ministry of Transportation For more information contact:
Phone: 705.472.7900
Phone: 705.474.3020
www.mto.gov.on.ca
www.yyb.ca
Driver and Vehicle Licence Issuing Offices
Scheduled Service
Phone: 705.495.3481
The North Bay Jack Garland Airport provides scheduled passenger services. Air Canada Jazz and Bearskin Airlines operate a number of daily
Drive Test Centre Phone: 705.472.4448 Toll Free: 888.570.6110
SERVICES
Health Care North Bay‘s medical community is comprised of specialists and general practitioners that provide patients throughout the region with the highest quality of care. North Bay practitioners range in scope and services and include physicians, dentists, massage therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, herbalists, holistic medicines, physiotherapists, rehabilitation therapists, psychotherapists, counsellors, and more.
North Bay Regional Health Centre North Bay’s state-of-the-art Regional Health Centre serves a dual role providing traditional hospital
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services coupled with advanced specialized mental health services.
Before you you submit your
The North Bay Regional Health Centre provides
application for an Ontario
compassionate, quality, patient-focused care to
Health Card you must meet the
the people of North Bay and surrounding areas. A district referral centre, the facility is truly a community
eligibility requirements and have
hospital with more than 95% of family physicians in
proper documentation. Following
North Bay actively participating in patient care.
submission, there is a three month
For more information please contact:
waiting period before you receive Phone: 705.474.7525
your Health Card.
www.nbrhc.com Please call 9-1-1 for any emergencies.
SERVICES
North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit
Walk-in Clinics
The North Bay Parry Sound District Health Unit
throughout the city. Walk-in clinics are available
administers health promotion and disease prevention
for those who do not have a family doctor or may
programs to inform the public about a variety of
require non-emergency health care outside of regular
important topics. Areas of service include healthy life-
business hours.
styles, communicable disease control immunization,
North Bay has several walk-in clinics located
The following provides a list of clinics.
health education and selected screening services. Blue Sky Medical Walk In Clinic For more information please contact:
3-2029 Cassells Street
Phone: 705.474.1400
Phone: 705.476.1413
Toll Free: 800.563.2808
* For Blue Sky Family Health clients only
www.healthunit.biz Doctor’s Clinic
Finding a Family Doctor
1950 Algonquin Avenue Suite 303 Phone: 705.472.5588
The Ontario ‘Health Care Connect’ attempts to find a doctor for Ontario families.
Near North Medical Clinic
For more information contact:
66 Josephine Street Phone: 705.495.2685
Health Care Connect Phone: 800.445.1822
Ferris Medical Clinic
www.health.gov.on.ca
5-41 Lakeshore Drive
www.health.gov.on.ca/en/ms/healthcareconnect/public
Phone: 705.495.4000 *Call for appointment
Nurse Practitioners Clinic Nurse practitioner-led clinics offer a team-based
Other Services
approach to frontline health care. Nurse practitioners
In addition to family practitioners, North Bay is serviced
are able to treat common illnesses and injuries, and
by highly talented dentists, orthodontists, periodontists,
order lab tests, X-rays and other diagnostic tests.
prosthodontists, optometrists, audiologists and midwives.
Nurse practitioners work with doctors, nurses and other
Health Card
health care providers at the clinic, and will focus on comprehensive primary care services, including managing chronic conditions, preventing disease and health promotion.
Telehealth Telehealth is available for immediate health
To obtain, renew or update health card information visit Service Ontario. Service Ontario Phone: 705.494.4130 Toll Free: 800.461.4006 www.serviceontario.ca
concerns or questions. Telehealth is a free health service providing access to registered nurses via
For more information about health care visit the
telephone, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No health
Ministry of Health and Long Term Care at:
insurance number is required and the service is
www.health.gov.on.ca.
completely confidential: For more information contact: Telehealth Phone: 866.797.0000 www.health.gov.on.ca SERVICES
Social & Family Services North Bay has a variety of organizations offering support services to community members with special needs. One Kids Place
Low Income People Involvement of Nipissing
Phone:705.476.5437
Phone: 705.472.1337
Toll Free: 866.626.9100
www.lipinipissing.com
www.onekidsplace.ca Nipissing Association for Disabled Youth (NADY) Hands TheFamilyHelpNetwork.ca
Phone: 705.476.5437 ext. 3550
Phone: 705.476.2293
www.nady.ca
Toll Free: 800.668.8555 www.handsthefamilyhelpnetwork.com
Community Living North Bay Phone: 705.476.3288
District of Nipissing Social Services Administration Board
www.communitylivingnorthbay.org
(DNSSAB) Phone: 705.474.2151 Toll Free: 877.829.5121 www.dnssab.on.ca
Community Services North Bay Public Library Phone: 705.474.4830 www.cityofnorthbay.ca/library
Emergency Services (*for all emergencies, dial 911) North Bay Fire Department/Fire Prevention Office Phone: 705.474.5662 www.cityofnorthbay.ca/fire/index.asp North Bay Police Services Phone: 705.497.5555 www.northbaypolice.on.ca North Bay & District Ambulance Service Phone: 705.474.5750 www.northbay.ambulance.ca
Animal Care Services North Bay offers a wide range of veterinarian boarding and grooming services. The North Bay and District Humane Society provides resources, tips and advice to ensure pets receive the proper care. The knowledgeable staff can provide information specific to adoption, licencing, and community support. The North Bay and District Humane Society Phone: 705.474.1251 www.northbayhumanesociety.ca
SERVICES
Professional Services In addition to professional services such as engineers, lawyers, accountants, financial institutions, and insurance companies, North Bay has many organizations that can provide support and assistance for general and business needs. Specific businesses can be located through the Community Business Directory located at www.northbaychamber.com. Please contact the following organizations listed for specific information about businesses and organizations in the community.
North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce
The North Bay Downtown Improvement Area (DIA)
North Bay & District Chamber of Commerce is a
The North Bay Downtown Improvement Area represents and
member based organization representing the voice of
supports downtown businesses through various initiatives and
business. The Tourism Information Centre located at the
promotions.
Chamber office provides access to information about the city, region and province.
For more information please contact: Phone: 705.474.7824
For more information please contact:
www.downtownnorthbay.com
Phone: 705.472.8480 Toll Free: 888.249.8998 www.northbaychamber.com
The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound Inc. The Business Centre Nipissing Parry Sound Inc. provides support to start-up and small enterprises including information concerning market research, business planning, management, marketing, technology, and financing. Co-located with
Did you know?
Economic Development, the centre works with community partners such as Community Futures
Shadflies, a species of insect that
Development Corporations (CFDC).
has been around for more than 300
For more information please contact: Phone: 705.474.0626 ext. 2528
million years, are found in fresh water
Toll Free: 800.465.1882
lakes like Lake Nipissing and arrive for
www.thebusinesscentre-nps.com
a few weeks in late June. They are an important food source for other insects, birds and fish.
SERVICES
Senior Services North Bay provides lifestyle amenities and accommodations for individuals who are seeking activities, retirement living options and nursing homes. Numerous organizations exist for those seniors seeking activities such as the North Bay Golden Age Club. For more information contact: Phone: 705.474.6520 www.northbaygoldenageclub.com
Retirement Residences The following provides a listing of available retirement
The following provides a listing of Seniors Apartments.
residences in North Bay. The Barclay House Phone: 705.476.6585 www.chartwellreit.ca Cassellholme Phone: 705.474.4250 www.cassellholme.on.ca Empire Living Centre/Terrace Suites Phone: 705.474.9555 www.empirelivingcentre.com Granite Village Phone: 705.495.7994
Corpus Christi Court Phone: 705.494.9684 Castle Arms Non Profit Seniors Apartment Phone: 705.474.4250 Gloria Gardens Phone: 705.495.2475 Ontario Northland Apartments Phone: 705.474.4279 Place St. Vincent Phone: 705.495.1478 Shibeleth Group Phone: 705.472.5222
Leisureworld Phone: 705.476.2602 www.leisureworld.ca/NorthBay.html
Place Richelieu Phone: 705.474.4566
Marina Point Retirement Living Phone: 705.474.9494 www.autumnwood.ca SERVICES
Literacy & Language Services Literacy and language services are offered through various organizations focusing on skill improvement and English as a Second Language needs.
Did you know?
North Bay Literacy Council
North Bay is culturally
The North Bay Literacy Council is a community based
diverse with more
literacy agency dedicated to helping adults improve reading, writing, spelling, math, and computer skills.
than 46 languages
For more information please contact:
spoken in the area.
Phone: 705.494.9416 www.northbayliteracycouncil.ca French as a Second Language programs are available through educational institutions. For more information contact the Near North District School Board. For more information about Education programs in North Bay visit: www.cityofnorthbay.ca/living/education
SERVICES
Settlement Services
Places of Worship North Bay has a diverse population practicing many
The following settlement services are available:
different religions.
North Bay & District Multicultural Centre
For a complete listing contact the North Bay &
The North Bay & District Multicultural Centre provides
District Multicultural Centre
immigrant support services. The volunteer mentoring
Phone: 705.495.8931
programs provide newcomers with an opportunity to
www.northbayimmigration.ca
meet community members and help them adjust to life in Canada. The organization provides information and referral services for all aspects of immigrant support including settlement assistance, job search assistance, immigration applications, Canadian citizenship preparation, and community referrals. For more information contact: North Bay & District Multicultural Centre Phone: 705.495.8931 Toll Free: 877.495.8931 www.nbdmc.ca www.northbayimmigration.ca
English for International Communication Institute (EICI)
Did you know?
EICI uses a comprehensive and innovative approach to instructing English as a second language to Mexican
North Bay is home to the
students between the ages of 13 to 19 years old.
North American Aerospace
For more information please contact:
Defence Command
Phone: 705.475.1525
(NORAD), a United States
www.eici.net
and Canada bi-national
North Bay Military Family Resource Centre (MFRC)
organization who monitors
The North Bay Military Family Resource Centre
aerospace control for North
aerospace warning and
enhances and supports the quality of life of the military
America from North Bay.
community by actively promoting individual and family well-being. Relocation support is available through the
In addition to these duties,
North Bay centre.
NORAD’s responsibilities
North Bay Military Family Resource Centre
include tracking Santa Claus.
Phone: 705.494.2011 ext. 2053 www.northbaymfrc.ca
SERVICES
Utilities Municipal water, sanitary and sewer services are
Did you know?
available to most properties within the City’s urban service boundary.
In 1931, Roy Thomson
The following companies are located in the
purchased CFCH in
community. Contact organizations directly
North Bay and began his
regarding hook-up, pricing, and for general
broadcast empire.
enquiries.
Utilities Natural Gas Union Gas Phone: 705.475.7945
Local Radio
www.uniongas.com
100.5 EZ Rock www.ezrocknorthbay.com
Electricity North Bay Hydro Distribution Limited Phone: 705.474.8100 www.northbayhydro.com
102 FM The FOX www.foxradio.ca 600 CKAT Radio www.600ckat.com
Communication Services
106.3 FM Moose FM www.moosefm.com/cfxn
North Bay is supported by media groups offering full services including print, radio, television and online.
KFM North Bay 103.5
The following provides a list of local stations and
www.cjtk.com
organizations.
Local Television
Internet/Phone/Cable
Cogeco
North Bay has various carriers who provide full
Phone: 705.472.9868
coverage service covering landlines, mobile phones
www.tvcogeco.com
and Internet connections.
Daily News
CTV North Bay Phone: 705.476.3111 www.northernontario.ctv.ca/northbay
The North Bay Nugget Phone: 705.472.3200 www.nugget.ca Bay Today.ca Phone: 705.497.9619 www.baytoday.ca
SERVICES
Recreation & Leisure A variety of recreation and leisure opportunities exist in North Bay. They include arts, culture & heritage activities, nature activities, and the City of North Bay’s community programs and services. For a complete overview of the available programs and organizations visit the Parks and Recreation Department at the City of North Bay.
Leisure Guide The North Bay Leisure Guide is a community wide
the City of North Bay’s Recreation & Leisure Services
resource for recreation programs and services. The
Department.
Leisure Guide has information about leisure news and activities, community contacts, organizations, and educational programs and lessons. A copy of the leisure guide can be found online or by contacting
Recreation and Leisure Services City of North Bay Phone: 705.474.0400, ext. 2329 www.cityofnorthbay.ca/cityhall/department/prl
Arts, Culture & Heritage Arts, Culture & Heritage are deeply rooted in North Bay. With a wide selection of galleries, museums, historic buildings and a well-known performing art centre, the community spirit is alive and well.
Capitol Centre The Capitol Centre, a 1,000 seat theatre with fly tower and orchestra pit, provides North Bay and surrounding communities with quality arts and
CBACH (Coordinating Body for Arts, Culture &
entertainment. Programming features local, national,
Heritage) is a partnership with the City of North Bay
and international talent, ranging from bluegrass and
and the local arts, culture and heritage community.
ballet to opera and rock.
CBACH is a non-profit organization representing the
For more information please contact:
groups and individuals within the sector. Phone: 705.474.4747 For more information please contact:
www.capitolcentre.org
CBACH c/o Parks, Recreation and Leisure Services Phone: 705.474.0400 ext. 2329
Did you know?
www.cbach.ca
Steve Herman, President of
Performing Arts There are a number of community theatre groups
Artists Services with Live Nation
in the area actively contributing to the arts scene.
is originally from North Bay and
North Bay is home to its own performing Symphony
works with musicians such as
Orchestra, dedicated to entertaining, enriching and educating the community through the performance of music. A complete listing of organizations and contact
Nickelback, Prince, Alicia Keys, and Ozzy Osbourne.
information is available in the community leisure guide.
RECREATION & LEISURE
Museums Dionne Quints Museum On May 28, 1934, five identical girls were born in a small country home. In the middle of the depression, this miracle, the first quintuplets to ever survive birth, brought millions of tourists to the city of North Bay. Now, over 75 years later, people still come to North Bay to experience the miracle of the Quintuplets. For more information please visit them online at www.northbaychamber.com. Dionne Quints Museum Phone: 705.472.8480 Toll Free: 888.249.8998 www.northbaychamber.com
The Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence (CFMAD) The Canadian Forces Museum of Aerospace Defence (CFMAD) is the only museum of its kind in Canada. The museum showcases Canadian contributions to the evolution of air defence. For more information please contact: CFB North Bay 22 Wing North Bay Phone: 705.494.2011 ext.2261 www.wix.com/aerospacedefence/cfmad
Galleries North Bay has many galleries that showcase the
Discovery North Bay Museum
talented work of area artists.
The Discovery North Bay Museum has been a local
For a listing of North Bay galleries visit the Arts and
voice for heritage preservation and education in the
Literature page at www.cityofnorthbay.ca.
community. Discovery North Bay provides information about the transformation of the city and the many historical buildings which date back to the early 1900s. A Heritage Tour Map can be acquired by contacting the museum. For more information please contact: Discover North Bay Museum Phone: 705.476.2323 www.heritagenorthbay.com
RECREATION & LEISURE
Natural Amenities Beaches
North Bay offers a selection of outdoor activities and natural amenities. Detailed information can be found
North Bay is situated between Lake Nipissing and
at www.northernontario.travel/multisites/northbay/
Trout Lake while surrounded by many smaller lakes throughout the City. With over 43 access areas, North
The North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority
Bay is home to a wide selection of well-groomed
(NBMCA) is dedicated to conserving, restoring,
sandy beaches. For more information about North Bay
developing, and managing renewable natural
beaches, please visit www.cityofnorthbay.ca.
resources on a watershed basis. Many of the NBMCA’s conservation areas provide recreational opportunities
Trails
such as hiking, picnicking, photography, bird watching,
With the 229 feet/70 meter escarpment, North Bay has
and canoeing, allowing the public to interact with
an excellent urban trail system for hikers, bikers, cross-
nature and the great outdoors.
country skiers, in-line skaters, and joggers. The City’s trails take many forms including paved pathways,
For more information please contact:
level walkways and nature trails. Please visit
North Bay-Mattawa Conservation Authority
www.discoveryroutes.ca for details about the trails.
Phone: 705.474.5420 www.nbmca.on.ca
RECREATION & LEISURE
Parks & Arenas
floors become available for craft shows, trade shows, concerts, fundraising events, and team sports. One
North Bay has 72 park areas including playgrounds and picnic shelters that provide places for people to relax, picnic, play, walk, blade or swim.
of North Bay’s arenas maintains ice surface in the summer months to allow for ice rentals. Visit www.cityofnorthbay.ca for more information.
The City of North Bay Parks, Recreation, and Leisure Services has soccer fields, baseball fields, and a football field which are available for community and sport organization use from June through until September each year. Additional information can be found at www.cityofnorthbay.ca. North Bay has several outdoor rinks throughout the city and three indoor arenas available for use all year round. In winter, the ice surfaces are used for
Did you know? Olympian and world champions freestyle skier Steve Omischl and alpine skier Kate Pace are both from North Bay.
skating, hockey and ringette. In the summer, the arena
RECREATION & LEISURE
Skiing/Snowboarding/Snowshoeing Cross-Country/Snowshoe There are a number of cross-country ski facilities in the area. The Education Centre on College Drive has scenic groomed trails. The North Bay Nordic Ski Club has over 40 kilometres/24 miles of marked, groomed and trackset trails with a clubhouse and snack bar open seven days a week. The club offers ski instruction, moonlight skiing, potluck suppers, and trail cookouts. Samuel de Champlain Park offers cross-country skiing through the park on groomed trails. For more information please visit: www.northbaynordic.ca www.ontarioparks.com/english/samu.html
Snowmobiling/ATV The North Bay Region is nestled in the midst of 3,400 km/2,000 miles of groomed trails. Well-marked
Downhill/Snowboard Laurentian Ski Hill has a 310 foot/ 94 meter vertical drop, with a state-of-the-art quad chair lift and snowmaking equipment. Facilities include ski,
trails lead to exciting and different locations. The trails are unsurpassed for beauty and safety. There are numerous rest stops providing everything from meals to lodging and fuel.
snowboard, terrain park, and ski patrol.
For more information please visit:
Laurentian Ski Hill
www.ontariosnearnorth.on.ca
705.494.7463 www.laurentianskihill.com
Community Involvement
Did you know?
North Bay welcomes newcomers and residents to get
Ringette was invented in
involved with community efforts. There are a number
North Bay by Sam Jacks
of groups and organizations contributing to the community. For more information about volunteering
in 1963. Jacks, the late
opportunities and how you can further get involved
Director of Parks and
please contact the organizations directly. A listing of local service clubs and organizations is available in
Recreation for the City
the Leisure Guide.
of North Bay, introduced the game to the Northern
Recreation and Leisure Services City of North Bay
Ontario Directors Municipal
Phone: 705.474.0400, ext. 2329
Recreation Association.
www.cityofnorthbay.ca/cityhall/department/prl
RECREATION & LEISURE
City of North Bay Economic Development 705.474.0400 1.800.465.1882 www.investinnorthbay.ca