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very summer, I have a bucket list I aim to complete. High on the list is going on a canoe trip, watching a concert outside, and hiking in Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. The first time I ventured out to the Sibley Peninsula was during a hiking day trip that was offered to students living at Confederation College’s campus. As a newcomer to the city, I was amazed this incredible park was only about an hour from the city. Whether cross-country skiing or hiking, I try to make it out to the park at least once a year and it’s one of the first places I recommend to newcomers or visitors to the area. Our cover story for the August issue is all about the Sleeping Giant (Nanabijou) and the Sibley Peninsula. Bonnie Schiedel delves into the history of the area, and we present some figures about the peninsula and park; Justin Allec checks into the eco-retreat Beyond the Giant; and Betty Carpick explores Silver Islet, the community on the
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tip of the Sibley Peninsula. Plus, Tiffany Jarva talks to people about their connections to the park. With the summer season in full swing, our homebrew expert Josh Armstrong fills us in on lawnmower beers, music columnist Gord Ellis grooves to some yacht rock, and Michael Sobota shares his picks for summer movies. August also brings the Live From the Rock Folk Festival, and Kim Latimer chats with Mãmã Mihirangi from Mãmã Mihirangi and the Mãreikura, who will be performing at Red Rock. As well, Ayano Hodouchi Dempsey catches up with the cast and crew behind Badanai Theatre’s Little Shop of Horrors, which will be taking the stage this month. If you have yet to visit the Sibley Peninsula this summer, I hope our August issue motivates you to do so. And if you’ve already been, maybe it’s time to plan another trip! -Adrian Lysenko
Featured Contributor Laurie Abthorpe
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On page 64 of our July issue (Vol. 10 No. 7) in the article “A Glimpse of Northwestern Ontario Visitors,” Irina Chen’s name was misspelled and on page 67 in the article “Rosslyn Village,” the path on private property running parallel to Rosslyn Road was misidentified as public use.
Raised in Cookstown, Ontario, Laurie began her career in heritage as the heritage program coordinator for the town of Wainwright, Alberta, and became the heritage researcher at the City of Thunder Bay in the spring of 2017. Since then, Laurie has been sharing her interest in design, the arts, architecture, travel, and history while writing many of the stories featured in the architecture section of The Walleye. Check out Laurie’s story on the Thunder Bay Main Lighthouse on page 82.
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Now in its 17th year, the Live from the Rock Folk Festival is an annual tradition for many folks (see what we did there?) who love combining the beauty of the outdoors with beautiful music. The festival’s new slogan, “For the Love of Folk,” says all you need to know about this much-loved threeday festival with a super laid-back vibe that unites people and brings together a variety of music styles. This year’s lineup includes Roxanne Potvin, Sarah Beatty, Fin de Fiesta Flamenco, Tragedy Anne, and Nadjiwan. Attendees can participate in daytime workshops, song circles, early morning yoga, and late-night bonfire singalongs. Plus, there’s on site camping. Weekend passes are available online or at the gate.
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Locals know—Westfort Village is the place to go! As one of our city’s great walkable neighbourhoods, it’s also home to the Westfort Street Fair, which is the longest-running event of its kind and a summer tradition. There will be street vendors aplenty, entertainment, children’s activities, great shopping opportunities, and the friendliest atmosphere around. Catch up with neighbours and friends, pop into the Coney Island or The Sal for a bite to eat, or let yourself be tempted by fair favourites like tacos, poutine, and cotton candy. This year, thirsty patrons can partake in the beer garden. Admission is free and the event runs from 9 am to 5 pm. Wear your comfy sneaks!
Life, they say, is all about the journey. They could also say that about the XTERRA Sleeping Giant Off Road Festival. Choose your adventure! There are full and short triathlon distances, a duathlon, and short and long trail runs. Swim through pristine spring-fed Marie Louise Lake, hop on a bike and ride a predominantly single-track grassy mountain bike trail, and run over creeks, through forest canopies, and alongside breathtaking views of Lake Superior. This year there’s a new 10.6 km run, and, as always, a variety of distances and age categories offered, with 10 direct qualifying spots to the XTERRA World Championships in Maui, Hawaii. See you off road!
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tikokan has Quetico Provincial Park, Huntsville has Algonquin Provincial Park, Banff has Banff National Park, and here in Thunder Bay, on the nearby Sibley Peninsula, we have Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. Sleeping Giant boasts the tallest cliffs in Ontario, hiking and biking trails, fishing, camping, spectacular wildlife (including countless species of birds), natural geological formations, and breathtaking views. It’s no wonder that it’s our natural wonder. We might be biased in thinking it ranks up there with the other natural wonders of the world, but we’re also blessed to have a place that anchors us with its rich history and untamed beauty.
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Mine buildings at Silver Islet
A band provides entertainment at the Silver Islet General Store
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or 9,000 years, Sibley Peninsula has been a destination for northerners. How have we been spending our time there?
First peoples Archeological evidence from 7,500 BCE shows that Indigenous peoples had settlements on Sibley, although the landscape looked quite different than it does now. There was a vast sand and gravel bar on an enormous glacial lake, far above the current water levels of Lake Superior, and the continental glacier
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was only 80 km to the north. The area where the Indigenous peoples camped (now known as the Brohm Site to archeologists) was on a narrow isthmus, or land bridge—an excellent strategic point to hunt caribou migrating along the shoreline. Artefacts found at the site include spear heads, flint knives, skin scrapers used for cleaning animal pelts, and other tools made of taconite. Along the southern shores of the peninsula, there is also evidence of small, short-term encampments in
sandy bays, used for fishing, hunting, plant-gathering or shelter from a Superior storm, dating from about 2,500 BCE to the 17th century. A mid19th century British Admiralty map refers to an Ojibway winter hunting trail across the Silver Islet mining development, as well as Ojibway camps on the southern shore.
Mining A tiny island called Skull Rock at the tip of the peninsula was first prospected by Joseph Woods in 1845, but it wasn’t until 1868 that Thomas Macfarlane of the Montreal Mining Company led a small group to see if there was enough silver there to justify the recent land tax. (There certainly was: in one July afternoon they dug out multiple pure silver nuggets.) The catch: to access the rich veins of silver, the company would have to dig a nearly 400 metre-deep hole underneath the lake, requiring a variety of expensive techniques. In 1870 the claim was purchased by another company led by A. H. Sibley, and lead engineer William B. Frue devised a cheaper plan that required fewer men and resources, where a breakwater
A small private logging operation at Pass Lake, 1963
was built around the island (now renamed Silver Islet) and the total area of the tiny island increased tenfold by adding crushed rock. A second vein was discovered in 1878 and ultimately $3.2 million in silver was mined at Canada’s first major silver mine, under dangerous and difficult conditions. Roads were built as well as the miners’ homes, creating the settlement of Silver Islet. In 1884, when most of the mine’s highest quality silver had been extracted, a ship that was supposed to deliver coal used to power the water pumps needed to keep water out of the mine didn’t arrive. Lake Superior poured in and the mine closed for good.
Forestry, fishing, railroads, and agriculture In the late 1860s, logging began in order to supply the mine and Silver Islet with lumber. The roads used to haul the lumber now form the basis for the Sleeping Giant Provincial Park trail and road system. Between 1917 and 1930, large areas of white pine, eastern white cedar and white spruce were cut down for lumber, and spruce
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▲ Silver Islet dock ▼ Canoeing at Sibley Peninsula
▲ A day at the beach, Silver Islet and balsam fir were cut for pulpwood until about 1940. The Pass Lake Trestle, one of the largest and highest railroad trestles on the continent, was built by CN in 1916 as part of the Kinghorn line between Thunder Bay and Longlac. Commercial fishing in the waters around the peninsula got its start in the first part of the 19th century, but the first commercial fishing community at Tee Harbour—mainly families of Swedish or Finnish descent—wasn’t established until 1934. The community moved to Camp Bay in 1943 because of rising lake levels, but no longer exists today. Farming started on Sibley in 1924, when 27 km² in the area that’s now Pass Lake were set aside for arriving Danish famers. Beef and market garden farming continues today. Activities on the peninsula, in the second half of the 19th century in particular, significantly affected the development of the region. “The history of the peninsula is intrinsically and directly tied to the beginning of sustained EuroCanadian settlement of the region. The roots of the towns of Port
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▼ Sitting on the shore, Silver Islet Harbour
Arthur and Fort William, and the city of Thunder Bay, are actually in part found in Sibley Peninsula,” says Michel Beaulieu, chair of the history department at Lakehead University, referring to historical trends like the demand for mining and metals, and the growth of steamships that could transport goods like salted fish. In 1873, Shuniah (named for the Ojibway word for silver or money, “zhooniyaa”) became the first incorporated township in Northwestern Ontario, stretching from the peninsula to the American border.
Camps and camping After the Silver Islet mine shut down, some miners’ families continued to use the homes as camps, and people started buying the homes as early as 1896. There’s still a thriving community of off-grid camps at Silver Islet today. In 1944, Sibley Provincial Park was founded (renamed Sleeping Giant Provincial Park in 1988) and remains a yearround go-to for incredible hiking, cross-country skiing, rock-climbing, boating, biking, birding, fishing, and just chilling by the campfire.
▼ View of Pass Lake
▲ Log house on Silver Islet
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243.9 km² The park is
which is larger than all of Kenora (210.9 km²)
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species of orchids
have been found in the park, including two of the province’s rarest: Bog Adder’s Mouth and the Small Round-Leaved Orchid
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The park boundary extends
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400 m
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bird species
have been recorded in Sleeping Giant Provincial Park and the surrounding area, with approximately 75 that are known to nest in the park
There are approximately
The chest of the Sleeping Giant is the highest point in the park, at
backcountry campsites in the park
above sea level (for reference, Lake Superior is 183 m above sea level and the Giant’s prominence is 380 m)
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Peregrine falcons have been nesting along the cliffs of the Sibley Peninsula since 1997 and, as part of Project Peregrine,
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There are rustic cabins available for rent year-round
The earliest known human occupation of the Sibley Peninsula is the Brohm Site, which dates to approximately
The park has
of cross-country ski trails and draws over 800 participants annually to the Sleeping Giant Loppet on the first Saturday in March
From the shores of Lake Superior to the cliffs on top of the Giant, the park has over
The cliffs comprising the knees of the Sleeping Giant are the tallest in Ontario at (this is the largest natural vertical drop in the province, although the CN Tower and other architectural structures have larger vertical drops)
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75,368 visitors in 2018
White-tailed deer, black bears, timber wolves, foxes, minks, lynxes, and other wildlife call the park home
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of hiking trails (115.1 km at the present count)
The park received
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Our Giant Relationships Connecting with One of Ontario's Natural Wonders
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any of us have our own unique relationship with the Sleeping Giant. Maybe it’s a destination for an annual car camping getaway at Marie Louise Lake or a first overnight trip in the backcountry. Maybe it’s an early morning sun-drenched view on the way to work. Or maybe it’s simply a place to take a day trip to birdwatch, hike, bike, paddle, or ski. “The Sleeping Giant is without a doubt a natural wonder of Ontario,” says Christian Carl, park superintendent at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park. “The Giant is an everyday sight for Thunder Bay locals and many of us are comforted by the constant presence of this geologic marvel.” In 2007, outdoor enthusiast Curniss McGoldrick from Ottawa was studying geology in Red Lake, where she met her now-husband,
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Carl. “He had to convince me to come live in Thunder Bay,” explains McGoldrick. “We did something different every day for a week”— things like jumping into the waters at Soldier’s Hole and visiting Kakabeka Falls. “His secret weapon, though, was taking me hiking to Sleeping Giant. I was amazed by how remote it felt, yet so accessible. And since then I’ve climbed every part of The Giant.” Her favourite part is The Head, with one of the most steep climbs and scenic viewpoints in the park (and where she and Carl actually got married). McGoldrick has spent weeks at a time hiking all of the trails again and again. Now the couple splits their time between paddling inland lakes and hiking. “I love all the different layers of The Giant,” smiles McGoldrick. “The first time I went
up The Chimney I looked back at the lake and I felt so comfortable being there. I didn’t expect the cliffs and this amazing topography. I didn’t expect the view. I was surprised in the best possible way.” McGoldrick has travelled across Canada, the United States, and abroad, and continues to rave about her relationship with the Sibley Peninsula. “It has the most beautiful coastal hikes and views. So few people. Silver Islet is spectacular. We have a collection of minerals that we have gathered over the years.” Fritz Fischer and his daughter Senna have a slightly different relationship with The Giant. As an outdoor and fishing enthusiast, Fischer spends a lot of time on the waters of Lake Superior. “I would say it’s the best backdrop for any urban fishing in Ontario,” says Fischer. “In the early morning when the lake is super-calm, there are pelicans. On one side you have the city and then you turn and you have a view of this majestic giant. It’s right there.” Ten-year-old Senna agrees. “The view is pretty nice,” she says. Fischer also recalls how cool of an experience it was when he and Senna went over the Silver Islet mine shaft in a boat for the first time. “Me and my dad found silver once when we were at Silver Islet,” she adds.
“One time we also tried to go ice-fishing on Marie Louise and I pulled you [Senna] in a toboggan and it was more like a boat because of the standing water and whitecaps on top of the ice,” adds Fischer. McGoldrick shares a final story about doing a solo overnight trip on the scenic coastal Kabeyun Trail. “I was terrified to do this hike because of wolves,” she says, laughing. Wolves had been seen at the north end of the park and she admits she was being irrational because she has never had a bad encounter with any wildlife. During the first two kilometres of the hike, she came up with a mantra that she told herself over and over again: “I come in peace. I am at ease.” At one point she came around a tight corner, balsams closing in on the trail, and there was a huge timber wolf looking out at the lake. “It was honestly like it was taking in the view before it looked at me and ran away.” Sometimes our connection with this natural wonder is the access to views and by exploring all of its outdoor experiences. Sometimes it's spiritual, sometimes historical, and sometimes it's just about driving in on Highway 102, and as it flows into Red River Road, watching the sun’s rays set The Giant aglow and how this always feels like coming home.
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The View from the Peninsula
Beyond the Giant Nature Retreat Story by Justin Allec, Photos by Darren McChristie
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ometimes you find paradise by accident. For Bruce and Brenda Wing, the location that they would develop into Beyond the Giant Nature Retreat was found by Bruce’s father when the couple was looking for a place to spend the summer. The bit of property they settled on first housed their trailer, but the couple could sense that the area needed to be shared with others—a given, since they had 150 acres with 800 metres of lakefront. Eventually the Wings made the permanent move from Thunder Bay to the peninsula and began to lay the groundwork for their business. Thirty years later, the Wings’ nature retreat has expanded far beyond their initial expectations and continues to offer people rustic luxury. Initially the Wings wanted to do a bed and breakfast operation but when they saw some log cabins being built at the KOA campground, they knew they had found their new direction. Striving to provide privacy and tranquility surrounded by the Giant’s breathtaking landscape, the Wings had three log cabins built
passes with their accommodations, and after so many years, the Wings are a great resource for the best trails and views in the area. When asked what the future holds for their nature retreat, the Wings plan on staying the course. They’ve noticed the seasons have shifted—longer autumns and shorter, more intense springs—but the couple’s commitment to the area is
firm. “Visitors come for the park,” Bruce concludes. “It’s got some of the best hiking and wildlife in the province, maybe Canada. We’re just helping people experience it.” Year after year, the Wings’ nature retreat provides a perfect place to start— and end—an adventure on the Giant. For more information visit beyondthegiant.ca.
some distance from their own residence. Some costs were manageable, like putting a road in, and the high cost of others—such as establishing hydro—turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it inspired them to keep the cabins off the grid. Solarpower, propane, and composting toilets easily cover the amenities and provide an additional layer of insulation from the busy world. The unique business does have its challenges. “We mainly rely on word of mouth for advertising and people’s testimonials, but we’ve been booked solid during the summer,” Bruce says. “Winter offers its own pleasures for visitors, but it’s a bit of work to keep the cabins heated with firewood just for weekends—especially if you have a winter like the last one we did.” However, the couple relishes their life tucked into the peninsula. Living close to the land and with Sleeping Giant Provincial Park just out their back door, the Wings keep welcoming visitors to share in Sibley’s natural beauty and the surrounding community. Visitors are treated to park
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The Legend of the Sleeping Giant (Nanabijou)
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he Sleeping Giant is an iconic landmark in the city of Thunder Bay. The striking landmass hovers over the Sibley Peninsula, but can be observed from multiple locations throughout the city. The Ojibway have a number of tales explaining the existence of the Sleeping Giant, divulged by traditional knowledge keepers or elders. One legend refers to the giant as Nanabijou, a spirit who turned to stone when the secret location of a prosperous silver mine was unjustly revealed to white men. Hubert M. Limbrick recounts this legend in his book, Tales of the Tom-Tom from the Land of the Sleeping Giant (1970). On an island just outside Thunder Bay, now known as “Isle Royale,” once lived a great tribe of Ojibway Natives. Because of their loyalty to their Gods, and their peaceful and industrious mode of living, Nanabijou, the Spirit of the Deep Sea Water,
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decided to reward them. One day he called their Chief to his great Thunder Temple on the mountain and warned him that if he told the secret to the white man, that he, Nanabijou would be turned to stone and the Ojibway tribe perish. The Chief gave his promise, and Nanabijou told him of the rich silver mine, now known as “Silver Islet.” The Great Spirit told him to go to the highest point on Thunder Cape, and here he would find the entrance to a tunnel that would lead him to the centre of the mine. [… ] The Ojibway became famous for their beautiful silver ornaments. So beautiful indeed were they, that the Sioux warriors on seeing them upon their wounded enemies, strove to wrest their secret from them. However, torture and even death failed to make the gallant Ojibway divulge their secret and the Sioux chieftains had to devise another scheme to find the source of the
Ojibway silver. One day they summoned their most cunning scout to a pow-wow and a plan was formed. The scout was to enter the Ojibway camp disguised as one of them. This he did and in a few days succeeded in learning the secret of the island of silver. Going to the mine at night he took several large pieces of the precious metal in order to prove to his chieftain that he had fulfilled his mission. The scout however never returned to his camp, for on his way back he stopped at a white traders post to purchase some food. Having no furs or money with which to pay for the goods, he used a piece of the silver. Upon seeing such a large piece of the gleaming metal, two white men sought to obtain the whereabouts of its source, in order to make themselves fabulously rich. After filling the Sioux scout with
liquor they persuaded him to show them the way to the mine. When almost in sight of “Silver Islet” a terrific storm broke over the Cape. The white men were drowned and the Native was found in a crazed condition floating aimlessly in his canoe, but the most extraordinary thing that had happened during the storm, was that where once was a wide opening to the bay, now lay what appeared to be a great sleeping figure of a man. The Great Spirit’s warning had been fulfilled and he had been turned to stone. On a little island at the foot of the Sleeping Giant can still be seen the partly submerged shafts of what was once the richest silver mine in the northwest. White men have tried again and again to pump out the water that keeps flooding it from Lake Superior but without success.
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A Community Reimagined By Betty Carpick
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emoteness has defined Silver Islet’s resiliency and embedded the community with a curious mix of the past and the present. Accessible only by water or winter sleds until the road was built in 1945, the little settlement on the edge of the Sibley Peninsula celebrated its 150th anniversary last year. When the infamous silver mine closed in 1884 after 16 years of operation, Silver Islet’s homes, store, saloon, hotel, jail, two churches, and mining-related buildings were abandoned. Five hundred townsfolk
left. Silver Islet became a ghost town—or did it? People from Port Arthur and Fort William made day trips by coastal steamers. Squatters took over some of the mining houses. In 1910, a local syndicate bought the entire village from the Nipigon Mining Company and sold lots for the “Coney Island of the North,” a vision extinguished by the First World War. There’s something wistful about feeling the history of a place and wondering about the type of people who are drawn to it. Mention
eccentrics of Silver Islet and one of the names that immediately comes up is Tommy Dyke. The legendary historian, ghost whisperer, bird watcher, naturalist, and raconteur died in 2008 at age 79. He offered fanciful tours of the village in his Chevy van wearing a pith helmet, full khakis, and pant cuffs cinched with string. There’s still speculation on why he wouldn’t sit on fabric or walk on carpeting. It’s also part of the local lore that devout occultists conducted séances to communicate with spirits. Regardless of compelling anecdotes, Silver Islet still maintains a transcendental charm and undefinable quality. A few of the residents are sixth-generation mining families and others, even if they’ve been there a quarter of a century, call themselves newcomers. Silver Isleters are from Thunder Bay and around the world. They’re from all walks of life—artists, tinkerers, dreamers, and a handful of
curmudgeons. They love the landscape and accept the vagaries of Lake Superior. There’s no cell phone reception or connection to the provincial power grid. Sleeping Giant Provincial Park is a quick bike ride away. The closest store is at Pass Lake. Amenities like plumbing and energy aren’t taken for granted, so many of the day-to-day functions of the camps rely on off-grid and eco-friendly systems. There’s a shared affinity for invention and improvisation, strange collectibles, incorporating the natural landscape, and nurturing a sense of community. The Silver Islet Campers Association provides a framework for the collective needs including events, activities, and advocacy. The familiar story of mining towns has often ended with dashed dreams. Silver Islet holds an identity that’s evocative of what might have been and, perhaps, what the future can hold.
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Get Stuffed
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hat the heck do you pack in the cooler when you have a bunch for lunch at the beach? Look no further than this filled focaccia loaf. With a bit of prep the night before, you can grab it and go, promising your gang a hearty, quick lunch they can eat with one hand! Feel free to switch up the fillings: drained antipasto, sliced cold cuts, and many other cheeses can easily be subbed in! Just be sure the filling is on the drier side, so you don’t end up with a soggy sammy. Blech. Happy beaching!
By Chef Rachel Globensky
Filled Focaccia Makes 1 big loaf
3 ½ c all-purpose flour 1 ½ tsp instant yeast 1 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 2 Tbsp dried rosemary (optional)
1 c hot water 2 Tbsp olive oil
Mix flour, yeast, salt, sugar, and rosemary together.
Add water and oil to flour, and mix well, using your hands, or a stand mixer with a dough hook. Knead the dough, adding up to ½ cup more flour to combat stickiness.
When the dough is smooth, and elasticky, transfer it to an oiled bowl, rub a little more oil on it, and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in warm spot for about an hour, or until doubled in size. Punch down the dough, and transfer to a floured surface. Knead it for about 5 minutes and divide in half. Roll one part of the dough into a 10-inch circle. Place on a baking sheet that’s been brushed with oil and sprinkled with 1 Tbsp corn meal. Preheat oven to 400°F. 5 oz mozzarella cheese, sliced 5 oz fontina or Havarti cheese, sliced 1 c spinach, sautéed ½ c basil leaves 1 thinly sliced tomato ½ c cooked ham, thinly sliced into ribbons
Lay sliced mozza over dough circle, leaving half-inch border around the outside of the circle. Layer spinach, basil, ham, tomato, and fontina/ Havarti. Roll out second dough part into a 10inch circle, and place over the first one. Gently press dough edges together.
Create dimples across surface of dough, using your fingertips. Sprinkle with 2 Tbsp olive oil and about 1 tsp kosher salt. Bake approximately 30 minutes, or until dough is golden brown. Let rest 10 minutes before slicing.
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Sara Legros and Cory Furlonger
The Groggy Toad Coffee House New Coffee Shop Draws on Both Science and Expertise
Story by Nancy Saunders, Photos by Adrian Lysenko
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hile the north side’s downtown core seems to have a coffee shop on every block, once you learn the origins of The Groggy Toad Coffee House, it becomes clear why owners Cory Furlonger and Sara Legros were compelled to open the area’s newest spot for coffee lovers. Furlonger explains that coffee and espresso-based drinks have long been a part of his offerings as a seasoned bartender. Starting out in an Italian establishment, he learned to make quality espresso early on. He has had the idea for a coffee shop for 15 years, and in fact made the sign for The Groggy Toad 10 years ago. The café’s namesake originated as a play on Furlonger’s former roommate’s nickname “Peace Frog”, conceived after a particularly rough morning. Legros also enjoys a
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long-standing interest in coffee, in an academic capacity. She completed an honours thesis at Lakehead on shade-grown coffee, spending time in Honduras researching both shade- and sungrown varieties. This research informed The Groggy Toad’s four coffee values: organic, shadegrown, fair trade, and bird-friendly. “Shade-grown beans grow a lot slower and are more labour-intensive, but because they grow naturally the flavour is a lot deeper. Sun-grown cherries are burnt, and that comes through in the flavour,” Legros explains. As well, sun-grown coffee often requires pesticides, while shade-grown “provides natural fertilizers and roots hang on to the top soil, thereby requiring less fertilizer if any,” she says. In addition, she adds that “shade trees provide habitat for lots of birds
that also act as a natural pesticide.” The Groggy Toad serves coffee roasted in small batches in Salmon Arm, British Columbia by the family-owned Shuswap Coffee Company. Eighty percent of the
coffee comes from Café Femenino, a women’s cooperative started in Peru in 2004 that has since grown to support women in seven additional coffee-growing countries. The space has been tastefully updated with fresh paint and an exposed brick wall. The counter and signage are made of local liveedge pine. Furlonger’s tastes have been refined through his work as a bartender over the past 20 years in Thunder Bay, Winnipeg, and Vancouver. “We wanted to design the space around a lounge feel, with later hours, music, and a bit of a darker aesthetic,” he explains. The Groggy Toad is open Monday through Saturday from 8 am to 10 pm, and Sunday from 10 am to 10 pm, filling a gap for latenight and Sunday coffee in the area. On offer are espresso-based drinks, drip coffee, and iced drinks. Baking is made by Stardust Vegan Bake Shop, which also offers some gluten-free options. Coming soon are Wolfhead Coffee cold brew and Kumbaya Kombucha on tap. For more information, find them on Facebook.
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Wild Thyme
Health-Conscious Caterer and Restaurant Finds Home in Victoriaville By Melanie Larson
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estled in the food court of Victoriaville Centre lies Wild Thyme, a new restaurant that refuses to put itself in a box. Through the vision of owner and chef Joe Fleury and his partners Christina Lane and Sami Roine, this health-conscious hideaway officially opened to the public on April 9. Since then, the trio has been dedicated to broadening their horizons. “Every cook has a desire to get their best stuff out to where people can try it,” says Fleury, who describes their menus as a “hodgepodge” of his favourite foods. “[We] love to have fun with vegetarian and vegan recipes, and there is a lot of Mexican fusion.” Wild Thyme has featured menu items like ribeye and goat cheese salad for meat lovers alongside their extensive meatless options, such as a Beyond Meat beef burrito and tofu Baja quesadillas. Don’t grow too attached to these specials, as the chef has a knack for keeping the menu items fresh and unexpected. “The one constant at Wild Thyme is change,” explains Fleury. “A daily special isn’t long enough. We have weekly and monthly specials...the moment that a new menu goes up…[I’m] already working on the next menu.” Although Fleury’s experimental
drive influences much of their menu, so does their commitment to not only leading a healthy lifestyle, but leaving a healthy planet. Wild Thyme boasts a primarily vegan and vegetarian menu due to the positive environmental impacts of reducing meat consumption. They also assure customers that their food is served on reusable dishware and biodegradable products. And, while Wild Thyme is early into its debut as a restaurant, Fleury, Lane, and Roine are already eager to expand. “Our focus is really on catering,” shares Fleury, who goes on to explain that he “loves to meet people and design something that will both suit their needs while getting them to try something different.” The trio also recognizes meal planning services as a venture into which they’re ready and willing to sink their teeth. Until then, interested customers can check out Wild Thyme between 10 am and 4:30 pm from Monday to Saturday to try out their ever-evolving menu.
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ome 9,000 or so years ago, a resourceful forager in the far and exotic reaches of Eurasia grew thirsty and decided to drink from an abandoned beehive that had collected some precious rainwater. Low and behold, the mysterious cohesion of ambient yeast and naturally fermentable sugar in the honey led to said forager feeling... well, very good for a sunbaked day of finding food in the wild. The desire to reproduce the effects of this intoxicating liquor led to the first amphora of alcohol dating back to 7,000 BCE. Mead, as it was to become known, became popular through almost all cultures and climates, as apiaries, natural and cultivated, existed almost everywhere in the world—even in places where most fermentables had a very tenuous foothold. Thus mead, that golden elixir, became the ambrosia of not only all the classical cultures from Greek to Norse, but also a fabled
nectar that was the most desirable drink of the deities and also a locum for literature from Beowulf to Game of Thrones. The proliferation of this honey-toned drink over the vastness of our globe has led to a pantheon of styles that can vary from dry to sweet, still to sparkling. Each variety has their own unique story, from apple-based Cyser, to beer-mead blend Braggot, to maple syrup-infused Acerglyn, to Metheglin, the herb-infused mead that translates to “medicine.” But regardless of the style, mead is currently experiencing a renaissance, which I can attest to myself, as I had the good fortune of working at a meadery here in Ontario. The only downside to the gig was getting a test sting to make sure I didn’t experience anaphylaxis, which was soon remedied with a glass of that sweet golden nectar. Try this gilded cure-all and taste a bit of history in your glass today!
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John Minnella
Skipping Dinner and Going Straight to Dessert Dolce Coffee House Offers Sweets, Baked Goods, and Other Treats By Adrian Lysenko, Photos by Tyler Sklazeski
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hen John Minnella moved back to Fort William from Winnipeg, he had a dilemma: there was nowhere to get a good cup of coffee in his neighbourhood. “I mean there are great coffee places up on Arthur Street and within the area, but not within walking distance from my house,” he says. Minnella, who had owned a couple of restaurants in Winnipeg, decided on a solution: he would open a
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coffee shop that would also feature baked goods. “It’s a little neighbourhood coffee shop that we want to focus on skipping dinner and going straight to dessert,” he says. The coffee house is located at a former mini-golf course that had been closed down for a few years. Keeping it in the family, Minnella enlisted the help of his sister, Judy Gerolami. “My sister is a great baker… she’s always done it as a hobby,” he says. “So I saw the building and I
thought ‘wouldn’t it be great if we can get Judy’s stuff out’ and then just decided to do it and it’s going to be a family business. I’ve got four brothers and sisters and we’re all going to play a little part in this Italian coffee-gelato-bakeshop.” The other co-owners are Carmine Minnella and Lisa Minnella. Aside from coffee, the business will be offering gelato, cheesecakes, cakes, and cornetto. “To start off, I want to primarily be known as a bake shop,” Minnella says. “We’re baking some, we’re buying some, we’re using some local vendors and whatnot, but I think it’s going to evolve that we’ll have some savoury options as well.” They’re also partnering with other local ventures like Kumbaya Kombucha, International
House of Tea, and Rose N Crantz Roasting Co. “We’re trying to use as many local suppliers as possible but we’ll also have some imported items as well like European coffees.” Utilizing the space in front of the building, Minnella also has plans to create an open-air market and with a prototype for a kiosk already built, he hopes to have something running in August with local vendors set up in pavillions. “So my thought was, open-air market, stop in for a coffee,” he says. “The two would really work well together.”
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Brew it Yourself
Brew It Yourself
Quench the Thirst of Summer with Lawnmower Beers Story by Josh Armstrong, PhD, Certified Beer Judge, Photo by Adrian Lysenko
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fter working hard in the sun, there is nothing better than sitting in the shade and enjoying a cold, crisp, easy-drinking beer. A delicious lager or ale after sweating it up on a hot summer’s day can soothe your body and soul. In beer nerd circles, the best types of beer for quenching this type of thirst is known as “lawnmower beer.” Any beer that is light and refreshing, crisp, highly quaffable, and low in alcohol can fit into this category. The market for these types of beers used to be highly dominated by the macro breweries—you know, the big breweries with multinational ownership that mass-produce watery beer with corn and/ or rice added. But this has now changed with the craft beer renaissance, and easy-drinking lawnmower beers from small independent breweries are widely available. The obvious and delicious local example is Northern Logger, a Kolsch-style beer from Sleeping Giant Brewing Company. However, my personal local favourite lawnmower beer is a seasonal beer also produced by SGBCo: Grass Roots Pre-Prohibition Lager. Crisp and clean, this lager is literally designed to be enjoyed on local grass. A third locally produced example of a
lawnmower beer would be Border Run Cream Ale from Dawson Trail Craft Brewery. From these local examples, you can see that lawnmower beers don’t necessarily have to be from one particular style of beer. They most often are light lagers, but a pilsner, California Common, Belgian-style patersbier, or even a session IPA would suffice. Basically any style that can be light, thirst quenching, and bright (no haze) fits the category. When trying to brew a lawnmower beer at home, there are a few things that I think are important. First, having some control of the fermentation temperature is decidedly vital. If the fermentation temperature gets a little too warm (which can easily happen in the summer months without control), the yeast will potentially produce too much flavour or even fusel alcohols, both of which wouldn’t work for the category. Ideally, full control of the temperature would help produce a clean and crisp brew that can be extremely satisfying after working away the hours in the sun. A second aspect to consider is the grain bill. Keeping it simple is best. Too many specialty grains would lead to robust flavours that
you definitely don’t want as they will reduce the easy-drinking nature of the brew. Simple malty flavours and lightness in colour are best. Also, be sure to keep the grain bill on the low side, with expected final alcohol to be at or under 5% abv. Yeast strain is also an important consideration. Ideally, choose a yeast strain that is known for producing clean and crisp beer. Further, to enhance the crisp and easy-drinking character of the final beer, yeast strains known for high level of attenuation would be best in my mind. Yeast strains with a high level of attenuation convert more of the sugar from the malt into alcohol and CO2, leaving the final beer dry and superbly thirst-quenching. Other aspects to consider when homebrewing a lawnmower beer are water chemistry and finings. By adjusting the water chemistry, and
in particular the ratio of chloride to sulfate, you will be able tailor the crispness of the final beer to meet your preferred tastes. I personally enjoy the clean bitterness that comes with a higher level of sulfate than chlorides. However, if you’d prefer your lawnmower beer to be a little more focused on the malt character, adjusting this ratio to have more chlorides can accentuate the maltiness. Finings are products that can be used to clear your beer and reduce the haziness from the yeast and hops. For example, adding a little bit of gelatin to a keg before carbonating it can make your homebrew bright and as clear as the pros (although not acceptable for vegans). This August, be sure to work hard, earn your beer, and then reward yourself with your favourite cold, crisp brew in the shade.
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FilmTheatre The Second Most Pleasurable Thing We Do In the Dark. A Column About Movies
Summer Movies
Dear diary...nothing ever happens. -Sandy (Margaret Langrick) in My American Cousin
By Michael Sobota
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ocks and lakes and trees. Camps or cottages and canoes, birches and beaches, heat and humidity, loneliness, lust and love. All of these things are celebrated in summer movies. Here are some sultry summer stories to refresh you when you are out of the water, relaxing with an iced lemonade or a frosty G&T. Some of them are in the bush, some along the shore, a couple are in and under water. Relax. Have fun with them.
Surfacing (1981) This is one of the final films of great Canadian director Claude Jutra. He would die a few short years after completing it. It is not a great film, but it is a good one. It is based on Margaret Atwood’s quintessential Canadian novel of the same name, and with gorgeous cinematography by Richard Leiterman (shot in and around Mazinaw Lake in eastern Ontario, masquerading as Quebec). Atwood’s original story is about friends being lost in the bush while searching for Kate’s (Kathleen Beller) lost father. They find something far more interesting—their own authenticity. The movie turns the story darker and garish, like a tawdry thriller—there is a sequence with a mad bull moose, wild sexuality (not with the moose) and frequent overacting—but the centre holds. It is one of our iconic Canadian stories.
My American Cousin (1985) Director Sandy Wilson wrote her own, semi-autobiographical screenplay. It is a classic comingof-age story about a 12-year-old girl growing up in a sleepy, British Columbian town. Summer is boring for Sandy (Margaret Langrick), as is likely is for most 12-year-olds. Who should arrive but her distant cousin, Butch (John Wildman) with all his handsome charm and swagger, at all of 16. Sandy is smitten. Yearning and other complications ensue. Yes, there is a lake, a beach, and skinny-dipping (Butch teases the local girls). The movie is full of authentic, gentle summer rhythms and charms.
Into The Forest
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Patricia Rozema adapts and directs an original story by Jean Hegland. Set in the near distant future, a family is living in the isolated beauty of northern British Columbia. A massive power outage, seemingly global, forces them to discover how to live offthe-grid and when dad (a mature, grounded performance by Callum Keith Rennie) dies, his squabbling daughters (Ellen Page and Evan Rachel Wood) make the decision to abandon their homestead and forge further into the forest. It is a journey story about limited options forcing uncomfortable choices and, well, surviving. The cast is exemplary, particularly Page, as is Daniel Grant’s cinematography.
This was a recent, rich discovery. While director and screenwriter Ingrid Veninger has made five previous feature films, I did not know her and had seen none of them. It is another coming-of-age story, but this one has many fresh twists and surprises. While purporting to take place in northern Ontario, the film was shot in Barrie and Port Severn, which we might consider “cottage country.” It is a story about Bea (Charlotte Salisbury) and Kate (Lucinda Armstrong Hall) navigating another sultry Ontario summer. No distant cousins or local heroes arrive, nor are there major, illogical plot disruptions. The movie gently authenticates the outer surface of local small-town life (business cards tacked on a local store bulletin board) while revealing the inner world of the girls as they challenge and learn from each other. It is a gentle and moving story about discovering sisterhood and forming your own logical family.
(2015)
Here are six more summer sizzlers, all of them worth a first or second or fourth viewing: Into the Wild (2007), The Way (2010), Wild (2014), Backcountry (2014), A Walk In The Woods (2015), and Leave No Trace (2018).
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FilmTheatre
Movie Nights on the Waterfront
Free Outdoor Family Film Screenings Return By Wendy Wright
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ho remembers drive-in movies? It was a time for families, friends ,and first dates. Nowadays, Thunder Bay offers something a little different, but with the familiarity of the old drive-in movie. At Movie Nights on the Waterfront, you don’t need a car. You can take transit, ride a bike, or take a walk—and yes, you can still drive. The whole experience is out-of-doors though. There’s an
added excitement when there are no car windows to hide from the bugs or the chill. Come the end of August, just before the briskness of autumn enters the Northwestern Ontario consciousness, one of the final free events of the season at Marina Park takes place. Outdoor film viewing is a fun way to relax with your family and friends and take in Lake Superior one last time before the
cool nights become downright cold. Bring a blanket just in case. It may be for the chill in the air or perhaps it’s to hide your eyes from the screen, depending on the flick. Movie nights are held at Marina Park at the end of August each year and continue to be popular. Bring your own lawn chair, dress accordingly, and get ready to take in a flick with the most beautiful backdrop imaginable. Movies start
at dusk, usually between 8 and 9 pm—come early to get a great seat! Concessions will be open as well, so bring your appetite! What would movie night be without popcorn? Movie Nights on the Waterfront will be taking place on August 30 and 31. Please keep your eye on the City of Thunder Bay website for announcements of which movies will be shown.
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FilmTheatre
Little Shop of Horrors
Horror-Comedy Musical Hits the Stage By Ayano Hodouchi Dempsey
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adanai Theatre’s summer offering this year is the musical Little Shop of Horrors, playing at the Paramount Theatre until August 15. Produced by Lawrence Badanai and co-directed by Spencer Hari (who also does the voice of Audrey II) and Badanai, the horror-comedy musical tells the story of two young people working in a florist’s shop trying to find love. In the meanwhile, there is a man-eating plant trying to take over the world, which, of course, doesn’t bode very well for love. Robert Perrier plays the shy florist Seymour and Tegin Menei plays
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his love interest, Audrey. Menei auditioned for the musical after seeing Mamma Mia! in February this year. “I said to my husband, ‘they look like they’re having so much fun up on stage! I want to be a part of something like that,’” she explains. When she auditioned, she thought she would be lucky to get a small role in the background, and modestly offered to help out doing administrative work if she wasn’t good enough to go on stage. To her amazement, she won over the jury. “When she did the audition, I put down my paper and said ‘she’s Audrey,’” Badanai says. “She brings both class and comic
style to the role.” “I almost didn’t try out,” Menei says shyly. “I was so nervous because everyone in Mamma Mia! was so good.” The rehearsals are a very welcome relief from her stressful job as a 911 dispatcher. “Now I’m not nervous. Lawrence and Candi [Badanai] and Spencer are the dream team, so I feel very comfortable doing this with them. I know they’re not going to send me out on stage if I’m not ready to do this. I think we have so much fun during rehearsals that if you’re sitting in the audience, you can’t help but have a blast hearing it!” Badanai started the community
theatre company in his mother’s backyard 20 years ago and over the decades, Badanai Theatre Co. has become a cultural mainstay in Thunder Bay, putting on highly popular shows. Mamma Mia! earlier this year was an overwhelming success, and many have asked for a rerun, but Badanai says that would miss the point. “With live theatre it only happens once and it’s done,” he says. “It’s a very personal and intimate experience.” For more information, visit facebook.com/badanaitheatre.
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The Black Belts of Screen Printing Superior Screen Printing By Savanah Tillberg
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aking a name for themselves in Thunder Bay’s arts and business scene is new company Superior Screen Printing. Their humble roots started in the back of owner Dave Christen’s skateboard shop in 2008, where he first began dabbling in the art of screen printing. “For the last 10 years we’ve been a behind-the-scenes screen printing shop doing mostly contract work,” Christen explains. Over the
past decade, Christen has perfected his craft while still keeping up with all the latest technological trends in screen printing. “Everyone who works here is highly skilled and has a black belt in graphic design,” he says. Uriel Lubuk, a graphic designer and screen printer at the shop, explains that they take pride in creating high quality products for local consumers. “I know it’s a cliché,” says Christen, “picking the name Superior
(L-R) Uriel Lubuk, Dave Christen, and Leroy
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Screen Printing, but for every single piece we create, we look at it and ask ourselves if it is superior quality or not. Quality is important to us and we want to be known and desired for our skill.” The company prints for local apparel brands like Ungalli and Northies, but also does custom
orders for any business, sports team, or band. “We like to say that we’re an inch wide and a mile deep in screen printing,” says Christen. “We’re specialized in what we do.” They claim that even Leroy, the shop’s dog, is a skilled screen printer. A new endeavor for the company has been printing live at local events.
They kicked off their Superior Screen Printing Summer Tour with live screen printing on Canada Day at the Marina. They work with their own designs as well as local artists to make high quality wearable art at local events. They can also be booked for private events. “By doing these events we are literally able to get out of the basement and show people want we can do,” explains Lubuk. Christen adds, “it also helps other artists that we’re partnering with by putting their work on a different
medium for people to experience.” If you want to check them out for yourselves this summer you can find Superior Screen Printing every Wednesday at Live at the Waterfront as well as at Tumblestone, Wake the Giant Music Festival, and the Westfort Street Fair. For more information about Superior Screen Printing and their services, visit them at superiorscreenprinting.ca.
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TheArts experience,” she says. “We started with a list of all the artists we could find and would ask if they wanted to sell or exhibit at our store. We handwrote lists of what was sold everyday and added it up for the month, giving artists a monthly cheque. We did that for years before we actually got a cash register! But the store kept making enough money to pay the bills, and the more we made, the more we did with the store.” They painted the iconic yellow mural in 1996, and in 2002 they bought the building outright, now firmly established as a cornerstone of the
Bay-Algoma business area. As for the future? “Business has largely stayed exactly the same, so we haven’t changed the formula. It’s working for us and for the artists, and it’s been very good,” Atkinson says. To celebrate their 35th anniversary, Fireweed is featuring works in three themes: birds and bugs for spring, the big lake for summer, and wood and trees for fall. Stop in Monday through Saturday and check out what’s in store. For more information, visit facebook.com/Fireweedcrafts.
Current storefront of Fireweed
Fireweed Turns 35 Cornerstone Bay-Algoma Business Celebrates Milestone
(L-R) Current owners Cathy MacDonald, Crystal Nielsen, and Kerrie Atkinson
Story by Kat Lyzun, Photos by Kerrie Atkinson
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ireweed Crafts, the delightful little gift store on Algoma, is celebrating 35 years of selling unique, handmade items from local and Canadian artists. The myriad of glasswork in the window will draw you in, and once inside you can spend an hour browsing the tiny space tastefully packed with treasures. Pottery, jewelry, fine art, and metal home décor are popular at the moment, but with artists regularly bringing in new pieces the inventory always changes. What hasn’t changed is Fireweed’s firm commitment to its original purpose: a space where local artists can sell their work and ensure they are fairly compensated. “When we first opened Fireweed,
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the focus was on promoting local artists and paying them on a regular basis,” says Kerrie Atkinson, one of the original partner/owners. “You would often find yourself in a difficult spot where there weren’t a lot of places you could regularly sell your art, and it was difficult for businesses to keep track of when your art was sold.” So in 1984, Atkinson and five fellow artists—Jane Eames, Jean Weller, Kris Atkinson, Carol Bruni, and Cathy MacDonald—pooled together $500 each and took over the little building at 182 South Algoma Street. Reflecting on that time, Atkinson describes it as almost like playing store. “We had zero business
The original members/owners in front of the original store in 1984 (L-R) Jane Eames, Jean Weller, Kris Atkinson, Carol Bruni, Kerrie Atkinson, and Cathy MacDonald
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the kiln—she has a hard time waiting for it to cool, and often burns her fingertips with impatience!) “Throwing on the wheel feels like a stillness time for me, where I am balancing beauty and chaos,” she says. “You have to be really aware of yourself and your body. When I am sculpting it feels more like a flow.” Hollway’s interest in pottery started when she accompanied a friend to pottery classes in Toronto. It lit a spark in her that caught into wildfire and she soon wanted to have her own setup. Five years later she has returned to Northernwestern Ontario where her brother ( Jonathan Hollway) recently started Corbett Creek Farm & Creative Centre with his partner (Aly
Balancing Beauty and Chaos Sweet Earth Ceramics By Sarah Kerton
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ured back to Northwestern Ontario where she grew up, Lara Hollway has recently planted her roots in Thunder Bay and gotten serious about sharing her craft with the world. Hollway is a mostly self-taught potter, and Sweet Earth Ceramics is how she finds her centre and spends her
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energy when she is not working in her other role as a counsellor. The majority of Hollway’s beautiful stoneware is functional, although some is also sculptural. Playing with sculpture and adding sculptural elements to daily items are aspects of pottery that she finds the most exciting (besides opening
Wood), and she has permanently installed her wheel and electric kiln in her own abode. She works in a simple sunlit room that overlooks her yard and has a tapestry of blue sky overhead. “I like to replace plastic and disposable things we use everyday with something that is functional and beautiful. I ask myself can I make it? Can it be functional? Can it be beautiful?” Hollway’s pottery gelato bowls will be featured in the Summer BBQ boxes from Corbett Creek Farm. You can also find her pottery for sale at Hygge Loft, or at the upcoming Die Active Y-Art Sale on August 17. For more information, visit sweetearthceramics.com.
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From Thunder Bay Art Gallery’s Collection
Portrait Mask By Meaghan Eley, Registrar & Curatorial Assistant Artist: Beau Dick Title: Portrait Mask Date: 1986 Medium: Yellow cedar, paint, human hair Dimensions: 24.5 x 20.5 cm Chief Beau Dick passed away in March 2017 at the age of 61, leaving behind a huge personal and artistic legacy. The artist, activist, and hereditary Kwakwaka’wakw chief was born in 1955. He began carving as a child, studying under his father, Benjamin Dick, his grandfather, James Dick, and later with other acclaimed artists, Henry Hunt, Doug Cranmer, Robert Davidson, Tony Hunt, and Bill Reid. His work has been shown in exhibitions around the world and is included in the collections of the U’mista Cultural Centre, the National Gallery of Canada, the Canadian Museum of History, Vancouver Art Gallery, Thunder Bay Art Gallery, and many more. A part of that legacy can be seen in this portrait mask, currently on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. Carved when the artist was 31, this mask shows the incredible skills he already possessed, and that he would continue to expand on throughout his lifetime. A portrait mask is one that portrays a human face. A Western view of a portrait can include someone sitting for the artist and having their likeness rendered in paint or stone or wood or photography. We do not know if that is how this mask was created. It is possible that it represents a person known to Dick, or an ancestor, or the human form of a mythological being. This mask is small but it clearly has a story and a life of its own. While we believe this mask was made for sale, Dick created many that were not. They were meant to
be danced in ceremony and sometimes to be burnt and returned to the earth. “Dick was one of the best carvers in the world, but the real power of his work lay in the possibility that he might peel his art off the wall, dance it, burn it, smash it or otherwise assert its Kwakwaka’wakw spiritual value above and beyond its exchange value,” writes Julian Brave NoiseCat in his Canadian Art review of Devoured by Consumerism, the final exhibition planned by Beau Dick, currently on display at Remai Modern (Saskatoon) until September 2. In Maker of Monsters, a documentary following his life, Dick had this to say about the role of the artist: “Our whole culture has been shattered. It’s up to the artists now to pick up the pieces and try and put them together, back where they belong. Yeah, it does become political. It becomes beyond political; it becomes very deep and emotional.” Northwest Coast Masks: From the Permanent Collection will be on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery until September 22.
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Richard Spooner with his painting Giant and Breakwall
Reflecting Life The Art of Richard Spooner By Steph Skavinski
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or Richard Spooner, art is more than a personal expression. It’s also a means of documenting the history of the quotidian—the everyday sights and events in the city that we might not always notice, but which provide the backdrop to our lives. Born in Sioux Lookout, and
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living in Northwestern Ontario the majority of his near 79 years, Spooner has had a few different careers, from working in a bush camp, to studying at the Ontario College of Arts (now OCAD) in Toronto, to working as a photographer. Finding Thunder Bay to be a happy medium between the bush
camp and the big city, he made this his home and settled here, and through the years painting has remained a constant in his life. Having developed his hyper-realistic style in art college and being steeped in the Northwestern Ontario landscape, cityscape, and characters found here, he produces finely detailed works that reflect real life. Working exclusively on six-foot canvases, his style is consistent, but the subjects of his work are many and varied. “There’s no continuity
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in what I do,” he says. When asked if this is limiting or freeing, he humbly remarks that “everyone has their blessings and curses,” but this leaves him free to paint whatever strikes his fancy. His inspiration comes from “everyday wonderment, what you see just looking out the window.” For example, everyone notices the Sleeping Giant, but Spooner’s piece titled “Sleeping Giant and Breakwall” puts the breakwall itself—normally an incidental feature—into focus. Calling it “a study in free form shape, colour, and texture,” he points out the orange lichen on the rocks which “in the right light, just glow.” In another work of his, “Bikers on Loon Lake Hill,” he captures the Camp Quality charity ride, including the participants on their motorcycles, the other vehicles on the road, and, as he points out, documents the highway as it was before it was divided, preserving what that area looked like in that particular moment. Through his work, Spooner enjoys preserving landmark buildings like the LU Faculty of Law or the old Scandinavian Home Restaurant, and events like the visiting pirate ship HMS Bounty, or the dog races out on Silver Islet. For inquiries and to see some of his work, visit his Facebook page: facebook.com/richardspoonerart.
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Rupert Klein, Rooster, oil
Stephen Krasemann, Moose Country, oil
Group of Stephen Exhibition Returns to the BBAC By Pat Forrest
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hat do the acting chair of the psychology department at Lakehead University, the director of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, a retired doctor and former Thunder Bay coroner, the son of a Thunder Bay neurosurgeon, a botanist/horticulturist, a framing
shop owner, and a past engineering company owner have in common? Surprisingly, it’s their love of painting that has made them a group. Now this team of talented local artists and their teacher will be back to exhibit their work at the Baggage Building Arts Centre for the third year in a row.
David Legge, Mariner View, Cartwright, Labrador, oil
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Led by Confederation College oil painting instructor Stephen Krasemann, also a well-known former National Geographic photographer, the 13 artists will once again display their favourite creations. Many of the artists have been with Krasemann since the program began 11 years ago—a reflection, he says, of how much there is to learn. “I like to explain that painting is easy when you don’t know how but complicated when you do,” he says. Entitled Group of Stephen, the popular exhibition will feature works of art in a variety of styles and subject matter from still life paintings to
Stephen Krasemann, Canoe Country, oil
landscapes to images of wildlife. For Judy Czank-Mayor, being an artist was her childhood dream and she says that art has been her passion for as long as she can remember. Czank-Mayor, who has been learning from Krasemann for 10 years, paints in oils, mostly wildlife and local scenery. She has had some of her work accepted to juried shows at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery. Retired physician and coroner David Legge has been painting with Krasemann for about four years. Legge says that he has eclectic tastes that tend towards landscapes and wildlife from around the world and
TheArts that he uses a fair amount of paint, according to Krasemann. Legge adds that some of his pictures are pretty quirky with subjects including a snail, hippos, and a swimming beaver. Retired secondary school art teacher Anne Winkworth said that her return to painting has been a journey of discovery regarding style, techniques, mediums, and mentor painters. With a colourful expressionistic style, Winkworth enjoys painting animals and landscapes but lately has found herself stuck on cats. The Group of Stephen exhibition will be at the Baggage Building Arts Centre August 1–31. Admission is free. There will be an opening reception August 3, 1–4:30 pm with the artists present.
Stephen Krasemann, Pond Royalty, oil
Anne Winkworth, Beast 1, acrylic
Grace Vita, The Roaches, oil
Anne Winkworth, Beast 2, acrylic
Brenda Hurley, Fall Splendour, oil
Brenda Hurley, Colour in the Woods, oil
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Outdoor
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Nature’s Hometown
Greenstone Offers Beautiful Hiking By Amy Sellors
On the top of the Pijitawabik Palisades
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ome of us don’t spend enough time outdoors. Whether it’s working too much, watching too much Netflix, or spending too much time driving the kids here, there and everywhere, we’re rushed off our feet, we’re busy, and we’re stressed. But there is an escape, and it’s closer than you think: hike the beautiful trails of Greenstone. An amalgamated community, Greenstone includes Geraldton, Longlac, Nakina, Beardmore, Caramat, Jellicoe, and MacDiarmid. First Nations communities within
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Greenstone municipal boundaries are Long Lake 58, Lake Nipigon Ojibway, Rocky Bay, and Sand Point. Across this beautiful land, Greenstone offers some of the best hiking in the Thunder Bay District. Brent Henley, tourism coordinator for Greenstone, calls the area “nature’s hometown.” “It’s a place where there are more lakes than people,” he says. Surrounded by nature, those who grew up in Greenstone focus on outdoor activities like fishing, hunting, paddling, and hiking. Born and raised
in Longlac, Henley shares that hiking is part of growing up here. And you don’t have to venture far to find it. While there are many designated hiking trails for avid hikers to enjoy, there are also a multitude of non-designated areas and trails to explore. Hiking is an activity for almost everyone, no matter your age of fitness level. You can hike for an hour or hike all day. Some call it “nature bathing.” Spend some time in the woods and you’ll feel calm, grounded, relaxed, and full of wonder. Fill
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your lungs full of fresh northern air. No pill or tonic can replicate the benefits of spending time in nature. Hiking doesn’t just keep you in shape physically, it soothes the mind and feeds the soul. No matter where you are hiking, don’t just set off into the woods in your crocs and hope for the best. Plan ahead and make sure you have the essentials. • A friend: hiking with at least one other person is the best way to stay safe • A phone with a camera: the phone allows you to call for help if you need it and the camera allows you to capture all the views and vistas • Water: hiking can be thirsty work • Bug repellent • Sunscreen • Appropriate attire: layers, a hat, comfortable hiking shoes • Snacks: depending on the length of your hike you might even want a picnic All of the designated trails in Greenstone have educational displays to help you learn about the area and the nature you are visiting. People from all across Canada and the United States visit this region to hike, boat, paddle, hunt, and fish. If you haven’t visited yet, you should. This is our backyard.
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Hiking Trails Palisades Hiking Trail
Most challenging, most rewarding, and best photo opportunities! Palisades greets hikers with a steep staircase that sets the tone for the rest of the hike. Some can be caught off guard and quickly realize they are in for more than just a leisurely hike. A hidden gem, this trail offers thunderous waterfalls and fantastic views. In warmer weather, hikers and photographers can scale heights of over 150 m (500 feet) to overlook Lake Nipigon. The designated lookout areas make for great (and safe) selfies. Approximately 20 km northwest of Beardmore on Highway 11, turn left at the blue and white highway sign identifying the trail entrance. The parking area is located 200 m from the highway.
Barton Bay Wildlife Trail
Less rustic and flatter terrain with lots of birds and wildlife The Barton Bay Wildlife Trail journeys 4 km through a rehabilitated area, the Kenogamisis Golf Course back nine, and the shores of Barton Bay on Kenogamisis. The American kestrel and northern harrier can be seen hunting small rodents and birds. Sit and enjoy the cool breeze blowing off of Kenogamisis Lake and keep an eye open for waterfowl. The trail also crosses thought a marsh and offers an excellent opportunity to view moose, muskrat, beaver, and great blue heron. While travelling on Highway 11, turn onto Michael Power Boulevard (Highway 584) and take the first right onto Barrick Drive. The trail entrance is located on the top of the hill with plenty of parking at the Geraldton Interpretive Centre (another great place to see along your journey through Greenstone).
Lake Nipigon Shoreline Trail
Riverview Hiking Trail
Pick wild blueberries (when in season) while you hike! With 5 km of trail, the Lake Nipigon Shoreline Trail walks you through the remnants of the 1999 Beardmore forest fire. Enjoy the stunning views of Lake Nipigon at two lookout stations. If the water levels of Lake Nipigon are low, you might even be tempted to kick off your shoes and walk barefoot in the fine sand. Just west of Beardmore on Highway 11, turn onto Highway 580 and drive for approximately 20 km. Just before Poplar Lodge Park (more beach), turn left onto the gravel road marked High Hill Harbour and travel for 3 km. Keep watch on the right hand side for a large trailhead sign with a small parking area.
This hike is 2 km one way. Evidence of past logging operations can be seen along the Kenogami River in the form of large groups of logs driven into the riverbed and then bound together. Elevated boardwalks allow users to walk through the boreal lowlands without disturbing the ecosystem. Unique plant and wildlife species are described along the trail. In the community of Longlac, turn onto Forestry Road (located on the right travelling from the west and on the left travelling from the east). Make a left turn onto Riverview Street and proceed to the end of the street. Make your way to the northeast end of Riverview Campground, where the trail entrance is located.
Blueberries and beaches
River views with a logging history
MacLeod Provincial Park – Aspen Trail Greenstone’s easiest and shortest hike
The MacLeod Provincial Park in Geraldton offers a 1 km trail that passes through a forest of trembling aspen, the prominent tree in the park. Much of the original forest was destroyed by fire in 1939. A trail guide is available that explains forest succession. For more information about this amazing area, visit greenstone.ca.
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This is Thunder Bay Interviews by Nancy Saunders, Photos by Kay Lee This month, we asked The Walleye readers to tell us about their favourite provincial or national park.
Emma, Mike, and Rufus: Probably Sleeping Giant. It’s the one I’ve been to the
Angie: There are so many beautiful parks, but my favourite is probably Pukaskwa,
most, out of them all. Just because it’s so near Thunder Bay, and it’s quick and easy to get there after work. It’s always beautiful weather, lots to do. We’re big hiking people so it’s nice to do all the walks and trails.
which is near Marathon. I love to go there because it’s so rustic and rugged, and I love the hiking trails, and the beaches. It’s just amazing.
Katrina: Sleeping Giant is probably my favourite park. I like the trails, and we have Luky: I live in southern Ontario, in Peterborough, and we have a provincial park nearby, Silent Lake. I have to many nice memories there, but one is I go camping with my kids, and we go out to a rock and watch the sunset. We call it Dragonfly Rock because right around dusk the dragonflies feed on mosquitoes and black flies above us, and so we watch the sunset and watch the dragonflies, and it’s a really special family time.
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a big history of our family and biking, doing The Chimney, camping at Tee Harbour, Lehtinen’s Bay…I like Sandbar as well. You can do so much there. There’s lots of fishing. You can still do your kayaking, canoeing, and hiking. There are really great caves, and a huge variety of campsites, electrical and non-electrical. I think it’s eight years we’ve gone there, since we were little, and as we got older and got more experienced we could do different kinds of camping at different campsites, so you could really grow at Sandbar.
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BREWHA SPECIAL RESERVE
A curated selection of beers from across Ontario by the BrewHa gang. We find summer winners that we think will tickle your fancy.
BRICKWORKS CIDERHOUSE
A welcomed return to BrewHa from Toronto to please all your cider needs; for dry fans, there’s the Batch 1904 with every variety in-between up to sweet ciders like their Stadium Island Peach!
DOUBLE TROUBLE BREWING
You probably know them from their Hops & Robbers IPA, but their delightful lineup will put smiles across Lake Superior. Keep an eye out for their Grapefruit IPA!
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Cider made with fresh, 100% handpicked Ontario pears from Winona County, 50 minutes west of Toronto. Gluten free & vegan friendly, this cider will be a PEARfect fit. You love our humour…
GOOSE ISLAND BEER COMPANY
This Chicago based brewery has been pumping out delicious brews since 1988. At #BrewHa2019, they’ll have a refreshing lineup of IPAs and Pale Ales for you.
KUMBAYA KOMBUCHA
Kombucha is fermented tea, giving it a crisp taste and slight carbonation. Perfect for hot summer BrewHa days and good for your tummy! Born right here in Thunder Bay, they also feature a line-up of fermented goodies.
LAKE OF THE WOODS BREWING CO.
Whad up Kenora! Their beauty of a lineup moved the most beer in 2018, so we are even more excited for 2019.
LOKAL KRAFT BIER
COLLECTIVE ARTS BREWING
Yup, you’ve never heard of them, which makes sense as they started in June, 2019! Their first beer will be with us, which is a german-style Düsseldorf Alt.
COPPERFIN ALE
New to the BrewHa Family, Manitoulin Brew Co. is from Little Current, Ontario, which is on the northern tip of the big and beautiful Manitoulin Island. They’ll be sharing with us a draught lineup including Haw Eaters Brew Lager, Killarney Cream Ale, Small Batch IPA, and a few other surprises.
DAWSON TRAIL CRAFT BREWERY
You love these Montrealers and they’re back. Yes, before you ask, their Apricot Wheat will be cold and waiting for you along with the beer of summer; their New England IPA. Also included will be their Pale Ale, which was the 2018 Canadian Brewing Awards Gold Medal winner.
The mention of Collective Arts being with us from Hamilton generates a storm of happiness. You know their beautiful family of IPAs and sours will fill our summer beer needs.
Our partner and BBFs, Copperfin Credit Union partnered up with Dawson Trail to brew a special beer for BrewHa in support of Our Kids Count! Every token goes straight to this amazing local charity. This beer has been lightened and brightened for a crisp drinking summer beer for the hot days of BrewHa.
Tbay-represent. Our hometown heroes at DTCB are whipping up some custom casks of special one-offs just for you. You’ll be able to taste their creative juices… mmmmm….
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PINETREE CATERING
Did someone say Pickerel Tacos?!?! Yes. And it was at the Pinetree Catering tent! Local ingredients + talented chef = PERFECT craft beverage pairing!
PROSPECTOR BURGER BARN
You know them. You love them. Flame broiled goodness on homemade buns. Yes mam! Let your nose guide you to this booth.
RED LION SMOKEHOUSE
In-house, smoked pulled pork sammies + in-house made ice cream. Oh yes. Oh yes. Oh yes. And you’re welcome.
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A beer festival without the best pretzels in town? We would never do that to you. Also available: in-house made gelato!!
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BREWHA YARD GAMES
We always look for things that pair well with beer and yard games are one of those. Big thanks to Save Our Carousel & the Thunder Bay Roller Derby League for their help in organizing good times at #BrewHa2019!
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Our charitable partner MOD will have a booth with games and info about what their community focused organization does! Check it out and meet their amazing staff.
THUNDER BAY MUSEUM
Did you know Thunder Bay (Port Arthur/Fort William) has a rich history of brewing and distilling culture? Learn more at the Museum booth!
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MILL STREET BREWING
Back for round 5, we have an O.G.; Mill St. Brewing from Toronto. With summer classics like Organic Lager, 100th Meridian, and Tankhouse and some specialities including their delicious Kombucha Radler, they are here to please.
MUSKOKA BREWERY
1996. The year Canada became a little better when Muskoka Brewery opened. Another great year? 2019. Because that’s when Muskoka will grace us with not only beer, but their new craft spirits line!
NEW ONTARIO BREWING
As we love to represent the best the NORTH has to offer, it’s quite fitting to have North Bay represented with New Ontario. They’re bringing their flagship Bear Runner Blonde, Trapliner Tripel, Clothing Hoptional IPA, and Big and Beautiful IPA.
NORTHERN SUPERIOR BREWING CO.
Some of you who are old enough may be feeling a little nostalgic right now. Yes, you’re not seeing things, we will have Northern at BrewHa! From Sault Ste. Marie, their lineup includes Northern Superior Lager, 55 Amber Ale, 11PM Black Lager, 17 North Pale Ale, Red Maple Irish Red Ale, and a Hefeweizen.
OLD TOMORROW
Started by the MacDonald family in 2014 and inspired by Canada’s founding father Sir. John A. MacDonald, Old Tomorrow is coming with their Canadian Pale Ale, Track 85 Lagered Ale, Honey Ginger Shandy, Light’er Up Light Lager, & Monty’s Aged Rye Ale.
PROSPECTOR BREWHOUSE
Remember these guys bought and set up an old truck and put a fermentation tank on the back? Yeah, these guys are back this year with an even bigger and crazy setup. They’ll have their 3 flagships and will be cooking up Burger Barn patties right beside. Oh what a sexy pairing.
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RHEAULT DISTILLERY
Our first craft distillery at BrewHa! A huge #tbay welcome to Rheault Distillery from Hearst. They’ll be serving their small batch Loon Vodka, liqueurs (Sinful Cherry, apple, blueberry), whiskey and rum.
SAWDUST CITY BREWING CO.
Some lovely folks from Gravenhurst will be bringing with them creative, unique, and delicious brews. You want sours? You’ve come to the right place. From their flagship hits to special seasonal one-offs, they’ll have them for you.
SHINY APPLE CIDER
From Small Talk Vineyards in Niagara-On-The-Lake comes Shiny Apple Cider. You know it’s good cider when the ingredient list just says “Ontario Apples”. Along with their refreshing original, they’ll also have one blended with pinot noir and another called Bootleg Whiskey Cider.
SLEEPING GIANT BREWING CO.
Fresh from down the street draught! Our Thunder Bay success story will have a long line of taps with the cores you love and some seasonal limited-releases to quench your thirst.
SOCIAL LITE VODKA
You loved them last year, so we got them back. How much does this make sense; Canadian craft vodka, 100% natural flavours, and then sugar-free sparkling water! Now pop that in a can, chill, and serve to the fine people of BrewHa!
STACK BREWING
Kenora, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, North Bay, and now Stack from Sudbury! 1520km of northern goodness being showcased this year. Stack is back with their creative & true-to-style brews to tickle our palates.
WOLFHEAD COFFEE
Coffee at a beer festival? Yes… but only because it’s so darn good. Wolfhead kegged smoked cold brew coffee and put it on nitro! (the same gas as what’s used on Guinness) This year, they’ll also be serving a spiked nitro smoked cold brew, plus a lineup of other cold coffee based drinks.
RED LION SMOKEHOUSE - 16 CUMBERLAND ST. SOUTH
Located inside the new Delta Marriott Hotel on our waterfront, the Anchor and Ore is the perfect launch point for an afternoon or evening of BrewHa fun featuring gastropub food, craft beer, a patio and specialty “old fashioneds”.
With 12 taps and over 100 craft beers in their fridges, the selection is always fresh at RLS, as is their yummy food, all made in house!
BIGHT RESTAURANT AND BAR - 2201 SLEEPING GIANT PKWY.
Live music and upscale comfort food along with LOTS of taps pouring fresh craft beer, in the heart of the Waterfront Entertainment District.
NV MUSIC HALL - 228 RED RIVER RD.
Enjoy our globally inspired dishes, local craft beer, diverse music and retro accents at The Sov
Located just steps away from the Festival Area, Bight is a well appointed eatery with seasonal Canadian fare, a lakefront patio and artisan cocktails.
Friday night Duelling Pianos with Danny Johnson and Saturday night dance your beer off. Free admission with your BrewHa wristband!
THE FOUNDRY - 242 RED RIVER RD.
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PORTSIDE RESTAURANT AND BAR - 17 CUMBERLAND ST. NORTH
Some of the best prices on craft beer, featuring Lake of the Woods and Dawson Trail, not to mention FREE POPCORN!
PRIME GELATO - 200 RED RIVER RD.
Ready to bust a move after BrewHa? Tony and Adam’s features a dance floor so you can show off your best BrewHa induced moves. The apps are delicious, too!
Located inside the Prince Arthur Waterfront Hotel, Portside features a pint of SGBC Northern Logger and chicken finger dinner for only $10. A great start or finish to your BrewHa day!
If you are craving some artisanal goodness to whet your whistle after a long day (or night) of sampling beer, pop in to Prime Gelato for a flight of gelato made from local milk, fruits, veggies and herbs.
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A Question of Purity Organics and Cannabis
By Justin Allec
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t was when I was researching topics for The Walleye’s Green Issue in April that the subject of organic cannabis came up. Though it does exist, it was frustrating to find that organic cannabis isn’t offered by the Ontario Cannabis Store. So far, organic cannabis seems to be produced either by and for the west coast, or for medical prescriptions. Despite recent legalization, this still struck me as strange given the cannabis industry’s awareness of demographics. The Canadian Organic Trade Association surveyed
that over 80% of Canadian millennials purchase organic products on a regular basis; this is the same age group that has the highest instance of cannabis use. Excuse the easy joke, but organic cannabis should be a cash crop. This is especially true when you consider additional health concerns around smoking or using a vaporizer. Putting smoke in your lungs isn’t the healthiest practice anyway, but when you incinerate cannabis, you’re also ingesting whatever chemical or pesticides the plant was treated with.
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Ontario’s licensed producers are trying their hardest to spin their growing practices to sound “cleaner.” Companies such as Redecan and 7Acres couch the details of their growing practices in fluffy hyperbole, full of claims of “respecting the plant’s lineage” and promises to “maximize the solar spectrum” and use “clean, fresh water.” These claims sound nice, but they don’t offer the same guarantees that organic certification would. Currently, only medical suppliers such as the Whistler Medical Marijuana Corporation and The Green Organic Dutchman have organic certification, which makes them off-limits to the recreational user. Why don’t more producers try for this certification? Organic certification presents a few unique problems for cannabis producers. Classification is one hurdle. The Cannabis Act keeps cannabis (and hemp products) separate from our drug laws under the eyes of Health Canada, but the Act is also separate from the Safe Food for Canadians Act, which regulates our food industries and provides
the Canada Organic logo. Because cannabis isn’t food, it can’t be treated as such by regulatory bodies. Additionally, the Canadian Organic Standards are clear in regards to holistic growing practices that most cannabis producers don’t follow. Conventional cannabis growing uses hydroponics, irradiation, and a huge emphasis on artificial light to usually produce a single-run crop. Organic production counters all that, beginning with the need for the plant to be grown in soil and requiring crop rotation, natural light, and beneficial insects to eliminate pests. Eventually the industry will change for Ontario, especially given that there are already organic cannabis producers in Canada. Industry data shows that edibles (which are slated to be legalized in Ontario by October) could come to dominate the cannabis market, and we’re already well accustomed to “eating clean” when it comes to food. A healthier, more environmentally friendly product will appear on the shelves—we just have to keep asking for it.
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Stuff We Like For Spending Time on the Sleeping Giant By Rebekah Skochinski
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leeping Giant Provincial Park looks even better in person than it does in pictures (and it’s pretty photogenic). You can explore breathtaking views of Lake Superior from the top of the Giant, see the interesting geological formations like the Sea Lion and Tee Harbour, and enjoy over 100 km of hiking trails. Whether you want to walk, bike, or swim, here’s Stuff We Like for Spending Time on the Sleeping Giant.
Mountain Bike Petrie’s Cycle & Sports
125 North Archibald Street Traverse the terrain using pedal power with the Edict 5 by Felt. It’s a versatile mountain bike with super-sweet features including a durable and light carbon fibre frame and dual suspension. Equally good for a challenging climb up the lookout or touring the west side of Marie Louise Lake. This bike will show you a good time!
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Telescopic Poles Gear Up
894 Alloy Place Four legs are better than two! These lightweight aluminum telescopic poles are easy to pack and the multi-purpose handle allows them to be used as a walking stick, hiking staff, or a trekking pole and will come in handy at the top of the Giant. There’s an anti-shock spring system to absorb impact and they encourage a more efficient and upright hiking stance, which means less stress on your knees and lower back.
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Swimming Trunks
J.B. Evans Fashions & Footwear
122 West Frederica Street Palm trees at Sleepy G? Heck yes. If you’re planning a cooling dip into the big lake, these swimming trunks are a standout. Made of a soft, quick-dry fabric, they have a drawstring waistband and feature a modern fit with a brief inside. They’re also machine washable.
$125
286 Bay Street If you fail to plan, you plan to fail! How to Stay Alive in the Woods is a resourceful book that includes time-tested outdoor skills, such as how to tell which plants are safe to eat, how to make shelter, how to protect yourself, and how to signal for help. It’s broken down into four essential sections: sustenance, warmth, orientation, and safety. The book also includes detailed full-colour illustrations so that crucial information is available at a glance.
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776 Macdonell Street We like our bars chewy. These all-Canadian specialty bars are made with Wildly Canadian pure organic maple syrup and unpasteurized honey as well as almonds, peanuts, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, flax and chia seeds, and coconut. A great source of fibre and iron, they are free of artificial flavours and colours. Available individually or as packs of four and 12.
Hiking Shoes Fresh Air
710 Balmoral Street Don’t let a soaker put a damper on your day. These Merrell hiking shoes have an impermeable membrane that seals out water so you don’t have to sidestep puddles. They also have a breathable mesh lining, antimicrobial agents to reduce odour, and a specially designed insole that will contour to your foot for a flexible support. Available in both men’s and women’s styles.
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The Book Fairies of Thunder Bay Hiding Books for People to Find, Read, and Enjoy By Susan Pretty
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ou’ve heard of the tooth fairy, but have you heard of a “book fairy”? These magical creatures do exist, and their MO is simple: they hide books in secret locations for people to find, read, and enjoy. Book Fairies are a fairly new concept. Launched as part of International Women’s Day, the fairies started growing their wings in March of 2017. The magic has spread now to over 100 countries, and the mystical count of fairies is close to 10,000. Here in Thunder Bay, the Book Fairies love reading and promoting literacy. They take extra delight
in leaving children’s books for kids in a spot where a tiny tot would typically tread. “Books have been a part of my life for as long as I can remember, whether it was sharing stories with my parents, borrowing books from the school library, or reading books to escape or relax,” says a local book fairy. “Books help spark imagination, learning, creativity, and adventure no matter your age! Being a Book Fairy has helped me share my lifelong love of stories with others in such a fun way that will hopefully inspire future generations of readers to come!” It’s obvious that Book Fairies love what they do.
Have you been the lucky recipient of a book left by a book fairy here in Thunder Bay? The books are usually discreetly tucked away but still in viewing distance for people to spot. There’s no reason to worry that you might be taking another person’s novel—the fairy books all have a sticker on the front instructing the lucky locator to take the book, read it, and leave it for the
next person to enjoy. They are also adorned with a ribbon—it’s like stumbling across a gift just for you! Find your local Thunder Bay Book Fairies on Instagram @book fairies_thunderbay—often you will get a sly hint on where the next book will be “dropped.” Find out more at ibelieveinbookfairies.com and let the magic begin!
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Sweet Escape More Than Cupcakes
Story and Photos by Leah Morningstar
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weet Escape Cake Café & Bakery is known for their amazing cupcakes, but when the bakery opened in the spring of 2013, they weren’t even on the menu. Owner Julie Einarson says, “I had cakes, and cookies, bars, and squares. Cupcakes weren’t on my radar at the time.” Einarson was born in Thunder Bay and moved, with her high school sweetheart, to Winnipeg for the commercial baking program at Red River College. They lived in Winnipeg (working and having babies) for almost ten years, then made the move back to family, friends, and Lake Superior. Her husband worked a regular
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nine-to-five job and Einarson began baking from home, filling custom orders for weddings, birthdays, and other events. By 2012, Einarson’s baked goods were in high demand, and it was clear she had outgrown her kitchen. She wanted to keep baking but she needed space; she needed a location. While hunting around, Einarson focused on filling a void, “When I first started looking around, there was a hole in the Thunder Bay market,” she says. “There were many places to get treats and many places to have coffee but not many places to hang out in the evenings, unless you wanted to go to a bar.” Einarson
CityScene wanted to create a work day that allowed her to get the kids off to school in the mornings and provide a place for gatherings and studying in the evenings. With the help of the Paro Centre and a grant through NOHFC (Northern Ontario Heritage Fund Corporation), Einarson was able to secure her location on the corner of Bay Street and Machar Avenue (directly behind Nook). She ripped everything down to the studs, built it all back up again, and purchased the most important pieces of equipment: an oven, a mixer, a refrigerator, a freezer, a refrigerated display case, and a dishwasher. Every morning when Einarson comes into work, she makes herself a latte. Then she makes sure the kitchen is tidy so she can begin the day in a stress-free environment. Despite most of the baking being done in the mornings, Sweet Escape always smells like freshly baked cookies and cakes. Combine
the welcoming aromas with comfortable chairs and delicious things to eat and drink, it’s clear that Einarson has found the winning combination. In the beginning, constant requests for cupcakes eventually led to daily baking. Chocolate, vanilla, lemon, and red velvet are now part of the everyday menu, with coconut, Earl Grey, and chai making frequent appearances. Walking into the bakery, potential customers are greeted with the refrigerated display case and the cupcakes are front and centre. Katherine Keeping is available, by appointment, on Thursday evenings for tea leaf and tarot card readings; locally sourced art (from artists like Steve Evo and Duncan Weller) adorns the walls. Add in friendly staff and an accommodating boss, and Sweet Escape will keep you coming back again and again. Call 344-7668 to speak with the Sweet Escape staff.
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(L-R) Maria Aira Sarmiento and Kirsten Mathison
Ocean Bridge Making Waves and Building Ocean Literacy By Victoria Schembri
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etween June 14 and 24, 40 youth from across Canada travelled along Lake Superior’s north shore as a part of Ocean Bridge. These young ocean advocates provided services to and learned from the communities that thrive on this great body of water. These Ocean Bridge ambassadors spent 10 days exploring Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area, Neys Provincial
Park, Pawgwasheeng (Pays Plat) First Nation, and other communities— all of which, participants remarked, were gracious and generous hosts. Across these locations, they planted trees, performed biodiversity surveys and trail maintenance, removed garbage from shorelines, and all the while built a strong network of activists committed to give a voice to the world’s waterways. Up until June 14, these youth
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▲ BioBlitz with Parks Canada on Hardscrabble Island ▼ Helping voyageur canoe rides at Red Rock Indian Band
had only been in contact via online discussions and workshops. The Ocean Bridgers spanned across Canada’s provinces and territories, ranged from ages 18 to 30, and came from different walks of life. After months of sharing experiences and ideas through online meetings, this Lake Superior expedition provided them with an opportunity to not only put faces to names, but also to participate in service projects and cultivate ideas for impactful projects they could bring back to their home communities. “Getting to know each individual person was amazing. I have a whole new group of lifelong friends and colleagues who share the same passion that I do,” says Mia Otokiak, a participant from Cambridge Bay in Nunavut. Four of the participants call the shores of Lake Superior home: Caitlyn Harvey from Red Rock; Jake Guggenheimer from Innisfil, currently studying at Lakehead University; Erin Van Breda from Thunder Bay; and Madison Dyck, who also grew up in Thunder Bay. “Personally, having the service expedition [hosted] on the shores of Lake Superior felt like a massive gift to me,” Dyck explains. “I was able to share my passion and love for this region with inspired youth from across the country. I am on a mission to protect this lake, and I feel like, ‘Hey, we are here, and this lake is damn important!’ It was amazing to have that recognized, and be able
to reiterate the global importance of this lake and the responsibility we as Canadians have to protect it.” The Ocean Bridge team participated in a variety of service-based projects over the 10 days. Most notable for Van Breda was the environmental assessment they conducted at Hurkett Cove. “This type of survey hadn’t been done since the 80s,” Van Breda explains. She explains that the data collection process was tedious and time-consuming, but the information is indispensable for the Lakehead Region Conservation Authority. That Ocean Bridge used their own time and resources to conduct the surveys is, in itself, extremely valuable for LRCA; and the information will be used to make key decisions moving forward in regards to conservation efforts and flood watch in the area. These youth ambassadors will meet again in January 2020 after returning to their homes and conducting their own service projects. For example, Harvey and Van Breda plan to hold single-use plastic reduction workshops in Thunder Bay, starting with beeswax wrap tutorials. An upcoming Ottawa meeting will be another opportunity to share ideas, resources, and inspire each other to continue standing up for the Earth’s most precious resource: water. This program is part of a larger, national initiative called Ocean Wise, which is supported by Canada Service Corps. To learn more, visit oceanwise.ca.
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CityScene as the season goes on. Vegan options are always available. You can also purchase Boreal Bakery bagels at Maltese Grocery, George’s Market, and Roots to Harvest. “I’ve really been trying to extend my thanks to Roots to Harvest as they allowed me to rent their retail kitchen,” she says. “This way I have two kitchens, one of which is a dedicated gluten-safe cooking area, and I hope to have a gluten-free bagel
available for purchase soon. I will also be offering a small seasonal selection of gluten-free sweets. I’m also planning on experimenting with non-dairy bagel spreads.” Come on downstairs to the Thunder Bay Country Market and fall in love with bagels again with Boreal Bakery. For more information find them on Facebook or Instagram.
GO LOCAL THUNDER BAY COUNTRY MARKET Heather Mantis of Boreal Bakery
Boreal Bakery Story by Ashley Crompton, Photo by Marty Mascarin
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his summer, the Thunder Bay Country Market is welcoming a new vendor: Heather Mantis and her family-based bagel bakery, Boreal Bakery. Mantis has been in Thunder Bay since 2007 pursuing her lifelong passion for baking. “Coming from southern California was a big change, but knowing I could still go into baking kept me going,” says Mantis. “Even as a little girl I loved anything to do with baking and I was even a cake decorator for a while.” With help from some of the other market vendors, Mantis is branching out into new bagel flavours every week. “Early on in my
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first month I created a Heartbeat Pineapple, with the pineapple Heartbeat sauce and crushed pineapple. That one sold fast, and so did my cheddar jalapeno bagel,” says Mantis. With ingredients from Brule Creek Farms, Tarrymore Farms, Sandy Acres Farm, Heartbeat Hot Sauce, Walkabout Farm, Chocolate Cow, Sleeping Giant Brewery Co., and Roots to Harvest, many different flavours will be popping up during the seasons. Boreal Bakery will likely be continuing at the market for some time, as Mantis is planning on including her son in the business in the future. And selection will be growing
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Summer of Dove Bobby Dove to Play Algoma House and The Foundry By Melanie Larson
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f there is one word to describe singer/songwriter Bobby Dove’s music career, “inevitable” may do the trick. With her mother, sister, and brother playing piano, classical violin, and upright bass respectively, it was only a matter of time until she took to music as well. “We were fortunate enough to be encouraged to express ourselves,” says Dove of her musical upbringing. “And I kept
my creative forces intact into my teen years.” “There was a moment where I stopped [playing] for a few years because I didn’t think I was good enough in my early 20s. I was very critical of myself,” explains Dove. However, it wasn’t until she discovered “old-time roots and country” artists such as Woody Guthrie, Lucinda Williams, and Hank
Williams Sr. that she was inspired to pursue music full-time. In 2016, Bobby Dove released her debut album Thunderchild, a culmination of her “old school honky tonk,” “surf rock,” and “folk fingerpicking influences.” Written in the wake of a difficult relationship, Dove describes the album as a “need for liberation,” with “themes of heartache, desperation...freeing myself, and a spiritual evolution all over those songs.” Since Thunderchild’s release, Dove has been touring consistently across the country. “I think the best thing about touring is you learn to adapt to so many different situations,” explains Dove. “In my solo shows, I think it has made me better
at being subtle and connecting to the audience.” Back in June, the Montreal native announced her Summer of Dove Tour and promptly hit the road for a lengthy tour that will bring her alt-country sound to two Thunder Bay stages. “I will be solo on both shows, with my guitar and a bit of mandolin,” says Dove. “I will be a bit roadworn as those shows...are towards the end of my tour, but that only makes this kind of music better!” Local audiences will get the chance to witness Bobby Dove’s honest and vulnerable songwriting and performance style at Algoma House on August 2, along with a matinee show at The Foundry on August 3.
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Mãmã Mihirangi
Trailblazing Māori Musicians Take To the Stage at Live From the Rock Folk Festival By Kim Latimer
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ãmã Mihirangi & the Mãreikura are passionate Mãori performers from New Zealand. Known as “Queen of the Loops,” Mãmã Mihirangi uses a loop pedal that plays short sections of audio repeatedly, blending loops on the spot to create the music that accompanies her singing and traditional instruments. The performance is woven with Mãori traditional calls and chants, stories, drumming, dance, regalia, instruments and language, fused with contemporary beatboxing, loops, percussion, emotional dance, and Haka. From her traditional territory in New Zealand, The Walleye chatted with Mãmã Mihirangi via Skype. The Walleye: Where do you draw your inspiration from? Mãmã Mihirangi: I grew up in
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an area in the bush with traditional practices, partly on farm in a traditional village. The village opened when we lived there and I was privileged to grow up with the renaissance of Mãori culture. My traditional territory grounds me musically; that’s how it all came together. I learned my ancestral language and I started teaching music here. TW: Why Canada? You’ve toured in our country several times—what connects you to this land? MM: This year is the year of Indigenous languages, and we wanted to do a one-year cultural exchange, so we decided to set up a tour that is based on meeting with Indigenous tribes throughout Canada. That’s how it really started. When I was writing the new show, I decided I wanted two Indigenous females to represent the story and
tell the story with our dancing. The women do traditional Haka and use traditional weaponry—it’s classified internationally as a martial art. So these women performers are just incredible. What’s inspiring people is the whole sense of unity among Indigenous women and minority groups. I think the concept is about connecting women and connecting in unity to their power. TW: How do those who feel disconnected find value in your music? MM: Everyone is Indigenous to somewhere, and I think the problem is how connected you feel to your Indigenous territory, because being Indigenous is being connected to nature. Even in times of cultural renaissance, we are in the infancy of connecting to our culture. I see that when we perform—people are crying and connecting to their inner selves. We’ve written Haka for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Inquiry (MMIWG) that shows our solidarity and support for raising awareness about that issue. And how we use Haka, the concept of it, is to challenge ourselves and present to others in unity to address the issue publicly. TW: Do you see parallels
between New Zealand and the Canadian experience of MMIWG? MM: When I discovered this issue in Canada, I was so shocked. I couldn’t believe it existed. It also exists here in a way; it shows up in a differently but it still exists. How that shows up is more systemic. For example, instead of creating programs for Mãori women that educate, help with mental health, help with youth suicide, we’ve been dealt with very specifically through governments that build prisons and just put people in prison. We have one prison in New Zealand where 100% of the women in that prison identify as Mãori. I just gave a talk for Mãori women who’ve just come out of prison or were out on parole. The sad thing is, there were 10 women there and that program only happens once a year. If you look at the statistics, those programs have effectively inspired women to turn their lives around. If we had more of those programs for more Mãori women, we’d have much more chance for success and I feel the system is not set up to actually help. We have female Prime Minister who is way better than our previous governments. But I still feel I
would like to fit into a system that is self-governed and self-sustainable. However, she’s making an effort by learning our language and trying to set up better systems. But the reality is that it’s not fast enough, it’s just not enough. I find that when people say “that’s history, get over it,” it’s simply not true and we can’t. We are still living under the effects of that history. The laws have not changed. We are still being assimilated and culturally, our values are not included. I think the key is communication. I think music is a really great way of presenting that. TW: How would you describe your music? What’s unique about it? MM: Tradition is at the very core of it. I’ve been at for a long time and I’ve been a loop artist since 2003. I sing in both Mãori and English, and I play traditional instruments as well. The stories are things I really try to hit the nail on the head with. I sing about things people want to give voice to. I’m not afraid to say what is really going on in the face of adversity. TW: What new elements that make your music modern? MM: We are seeing a shift— there’s always been an affinity for other minority groups when it comes to musical inspiration, from Black African-American artists, rap, jazz, reggae, soul, to other groups doing electronic pow wow, hip hop, R&B. What’s happening now in Mãori culture now is that our youth have gone through the renaissance of our language and culture, and they’re connected to our nature. These are fully empowered Indigenous kids performing in our language in a modern
style. We now have a lot of the hits in Mãori and we’re seeing some incredible music and sharing with other Indigenous artists. A Tribe Called Red comes here quite often and are performing with other Indigenous artists here. Those are the influences that are making our music modern. TW: What do you hope to share when you’re here? MM: I think sharing our cultural heritage is a privilege. It’s not something that is normalized yet. I really just want people to feel elated, empowered, and inspired by our performance, I want them to go home and celebrate themselves in a way that connects them back to their own Indigenous-ness and think about ways that you yourself can celebrate that part of you. TW: Tell me about the workshop you will be holding in Red Rock. MM: We’re doing this Haka from a place of traditional authenticity, because it’s a sacred ceremonial process. The workshop is for women only—although men can come and observe—because traditionally in Mãori culture, women teach women. The Haka itself is a personal challenge with a very specific intention and you do it as a group in unity to raise the energy and vibration of a very specific subject for it to be challenged. The one we’re doing is for MMIWGs and it pertains to all women. It’s about taking back our power and drawing on our lineage as women. In Mãori we say “ihi wehi”—it’s the intention of bringing fire and passion into your creation. This interview has been edited and condensed for length and clarity.
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Summer Concert for a Good Cause Local Favourites Support the Chippewa Carousel By Kate Beaulieu
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s everyone knows, summer is the time for music in Thunder Bay. This year, two much-loved Thunder Bay musical groups, the Roy Coran Big Band and the Fort William Male Summer Choir, have joined forces in support of the Chippewa Park Carousel Restoration Project. Music from both groups has filled the warm summer air for nearly a century. This upcoming concert will act as an homage to years past and will certainly bring back memories for many who have loved Chippewa, the carousel, and music for many years. The evening will be jam-packed with the best songs of the 20th century and is sure to be an entertaining evening. As Ted Vaillant of the Roy Coran Big Band notes, “Our favourite pieces are those that give the greatest pleasure to our audience.” The Roy Coran Big Band has a long history in Thunder Bay. When Roy Coran was just 13 years old, the Westfort-born son of Italian immigrants was asked to join Joe Turner’s band. In that moment, Coran began a musical career that would span more than 70 years and bring joy to people in the community every
summer. After playing regular events at the Coliseum, Chippewa Park, and various nightclubs with the band, Coran went off to study musical arrangement in Chicago. Upon his return to the Lakehead in the 1950s, Coran formed his own big band, which bears his name to this day. The band played regularly at dances and concerts at Chippewa. Today, Roy Coran’s big band legacy lives on as his band continues to play events and shows around town. Ted Vaillant, who helped Coran out as the assistant director now manages the band and ensures that everything runs smoothly. This summer, the Roy Coran Big Band is returning to its roots by playing a show in support of the Chippewa Park Carousel Restoration project at the Fort William Road Moose Lodge on August 24. The concert, also featuring the Fort William Male Summer Choir. will be full of tunes great for listening and dancing—everything from ballads, to swing, to Latin, to rock. The concert brings three different musical heritage traditions together in one great evening. While the newly restored Artizan/ Wurlitzer organ will not be present
at the event, as it will be turning rolls on the carousel, the evening will be introduced with recordings of the organ playing some of its most popular tunes. The organ, which had not functioned for nearly 40 years, returned to Thunder Bay at the beginning of June after being restored in southern Ontario, and was heard by northern ears for the first time in decades. Built in the 1920s and arriving with the carousel in the Lakehead in 1934, the old band organ has musical history in the city just as the bands do. Much like the musical groups banding together to help it, the 104-year-old carousel has been a staple at Chippewa Park since it first came to Thunder Bay in 1934. The restoration project has been moving along very well and this winter saw the organ restored and the brass
poles polished by local high school students from Matawa Learning Centre, École secondaire catholique de La Vérendrye, and Westgate Collegiate & Vocational Institute. As well, the Thunder Bay Carvers have started work on re-carving the decorations and mirrors that adorn the rounding boards. The proceeds from this summer concert will help to ensure that the remaining necessary work on the rounding boards, centre panels, and mechanical systems will be completed by the spring of 2020. Doors open at 7 pm on August 24 and the show starts at 7:30 pm. Get your tickets now for an evening of singing, dancing, and reminiscing with good stories, great music, and excellent people. For more information please visit facebook.com/saveourcarousel.
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Yacht Rock
Five Classics By Gord Ellis
Steely Dan “Peg” Back when I was in high school, “Peg” was one of those songs that jumped out of the radio at you. It just sounded so different from everything else. Featuring impeccable musicianship, including a now-legendary guitar solo, the song skirted the edge of jazz fusion. “Peg” was as smooth as a hot butterscotch sundae and was top-loaded with earworms. Perhaps the most unusual of them all is a slightly dissonant background vocal that is multi-tracked and provided by…Michael McDonald.
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he term “yacht rock” is one I'd never heard until about four years ago. But once I understood the form of music being described and the general time period it encompassed, it all made perfect sense. So if you are not aware of the term or the genre, let me do a quick explainer. Yacht rock is a type of soft rock that roughly appeared in a time period from about 1972 to about 1987. The term was coined in 2005 by the makers of the online video series of the same name. Most—but not all—of the deepest yacht rock classics emerged in the late 70s. Yacht rock music is super-smooth, slickly produced, and is generally free of any edges—it’s soft corners and silky vocals, usually delivered by artists sporting luxurious manes of hair and well-trimmed beards. Also, every third song has Michael McDonald on it. Here are five yacht rock classics you must add to your summer playlist.
Seals & Crofts - “Summer Breeze” One of the first yacht rock classics, “Summer Breeze” in many ways defines the genre. The song opens with an unusual acoustic guitar flourish, but then morphs into a mellow rock groove that is both slick and slightly ominous. The vocals of “Summer Breeze” are like silk and the harmonies tight. The lyrics? Well, they verge on psychedelic: “Sweet days of summer, the jasmine’s in bloom/July is dressed up and playing her tune.” The SiriusXM station dedicated to yacht rock plays “Summer Breeze” a lot. Enough said.
Doobie Brothers “What a Fool Believes” When I first heard this song many years ago, with its cascade of keyboard riffs, it was hard to believe it was the Doobies—a band whose early hits were mostly guitar-based rockers. But “What a Fool Believes” was a complete 180, and is the signature song of the Doobie Brothers era that featured Michael McDonald as the lead singer. And that smooth, shiny sound, with the multi-tracked vocals that McDonald became known for, is all over this song. If there is a guitar in the mix, it is well buried. A massive worldwide hit, “What a Fool Believes” is another song that more or less defines the upbeat side of yacht rock.
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Another colossus of the yacht rock format, “Rosanna” checks nearly every box that describes the genre: pristine production, air-tight vocal harmonies, flawless riffage, and melodies that skirt pop and jazz. The song “Rosanna” is a bit soggy, for sure, but unflinchingly upbeat, despite being what seems to be a breakup song. Stylistically, it careens all over, but somehow manages to work despite it all. This was a staple of FM radio back in the day and is considered a yacht rock classic.
Besides being the virtual physical embodiment of yacht rock, Kenny Loggins was also one of the artists to take the sound to the top of the charts. Loggins was especially good at the higher energy version of yacht rock, and “This Is It” stands out from the pack. Although he sounds especially earnest here—the song was inspired by his father’s heart problems—the edge in his voice is tamed by musical support that floats under him like a cloud. The multi-tracked vocals sound like a chorus of many Kennys… and Michaels—yes, that Michael, who happened to co-write the song with Loggins. You cannot get a stronger yacht rock pedigree than that. Fun YR fact: Loggins also cowrote “What a Fool Believes” with Michael McDonald.
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Live on the Waterfront
Free Concert Series Back at Marina Park This Summer Story by Kris Ketonen, Photos by Kay Lee
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rom rock to folk to country, this year’s Live on the Waterfront lineup has something for everyone. “It’s a pretty amazing lineup,” says Louisa Costanzo, the city’s Cultural Development & Events supervisor. “It’s a great opportunity for exposure for local talent, because a lot of people come and support Live on the Waterfront.” Plus, she says, the performances are also “an opportunity for local talent to network with some of the travelling talent. So, I think it’s just a great opportunity all-around for us to showcase, and for them to get exposure.” There are four Live on the Waterfront performances left this summer. They’ll run Wednesday
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evenings throughout August, and each features a mix of local performers and well-known musicians from elsewhere in Canada. One of this year’s local performers is Chris Talarico. This will, in fact, be his first time on the Live on the Waterfront stage, and Talarico says he’s “incredibly excited” (and more than a bit nervous) about 45-minute set on August 14. “I’m going to be doing a selection of originals—some of the older ones that I have, and a few newer ones that I’ve written, but haven’t recorded,” Talarico says. “And then a few well-known covers, because that’s always a good way to get the crowd started.” Talarico says the Live on the
Waterfront series is a great thing for Thunder Bay musicians, and its popularity speaks to the growth of the local music scene. “In the last few years, we’ve seen a few recording studios open up,” he says. “It’s nice to see that musicians have a resource, and an outlet, for performing and recording, as opposed to everyone just saying ‘well, I guess I’m going to go and move to Toronto now.’ It’s nice to see stuff happen at that local level, which encourages more people to start, and more people to stay.” Live on the Waterfront runs Wednesdays in August, from 6 to 9 pm at Marina Park. Admission is free. For more information, visit thunderbay.ca/events.
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Vancouver’s Hawking Ready to Rock at The Foundry By Neil Burke
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n 2013, four nerdy outcasts from Vancouver set out to do their own thing, and ended up forming a band by the name Hawking. The band—consisting of lead vocalist and rhythm guitarist Tom Vanderkam, lead guitarist Saul Sitar, drummer Chartwell Kerr, and bassist Chris Young—began playing and touring in the hopes that they could become a big-name Canadian band. On August 31, the band returns to Thunder Bay to perform at The Foundry. “Most people see the world as a place of objects, but it’s more truthfully a place of patterns,” Vanderkam says, when asked what got Hawking inspired by music in the first place. “Each pattern tells you something about what you’re looking at or experiencing, and
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those patterns will shift and change in different contexts and with different temporal frames of reference to tell you even more. That’s what music does, and that’s what’s so captivating about it.” The band’s genre of music is a mix of what he calls “progressive/ melodic post hardcore/alt rock/ metal core/heavy jazz,” with influences like Lamb of God, Thelonious Monk, Between the Buried and Me, Protest the Hero, and Animals as Leaders, just to name a few. With their latest album, Diverge, now available, tour dates are booked, and their shows across Canada and into the United States run well into September. The band hopes that their return to Thunder Bay is a warm welcome. “This will be our fourth or fifth time to Thunder
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Shine Like a Love Light Half Moon Run Turn Up Thunder Bay
Story by Justin Allec, Photos by Darren McChristie
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alf Moon Run had me confused. On paper, there’s nothing distinctive about this Montreal four-piece. They’ve been together since 2010 and somehow became immediately successful. They’re on tour for the summer and playing a mix of headlining festival and club dates, despite their second and last album, Sun Leads Me On, coming out in 2015. The music eclipses the facts, of course. Half Moon Run play opulent indie
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pop, the sort of music that always shows up on CBC Radio 2 in the afternoons and can trace its lineage to the Beach Boys. How Half Moon Run play, though, is what separates them from all the other indie darlings. So there I was, squashed into Crocks at NV NightClub on July 12 with a few hundred others, to see them. I missed the first local openers, Pedestrian Lifestyle, but the second local openers Hunt & Gather managed to light a fire in the crowd
with their short set. Granted, people were already feeling incendiary, but Hunt & Gather used their three guitarists (!) to construct a lush wall of sound that could actually be described as “groovy.” Some bands own the stage through physical presence; Half Moon Run own the stage through equipment. Each band member was surrounded by guitars, keyboards, and pianos, with enough percussion on the backline to outfit a marching
band. It’s the reason their giant bus needs a giant trailer, but the band uses all of it. As much as they layer vocal harmonies, they stack their melodies up even more. The first half of Half Moon Run’s set was restrained. Aside from the early sing-along of “Turn Your Love,” the band seemed content just to make the crowd sway. The songs actually sounded slower than on the albums. They also played a lot of new songs, which partially explains the tour. The crowd sang along with abandon to the old songs and danced to the new ones. This is music for lovers, because the first half of the set was all seduction. There was an eruption as the band switched gears with the wild percussion of “Call Me in the Afternoon” and at that point, the fans cut loose. The melodies were stronger than ever as the band reached for drumsticks and tapped their distortion pedals. It was all right, though: the crowd was rapt, and the band was easily in control. Ahh, but Half Moon Run were also teasing. Their biggest songs were held like an ace up the sleeve. It wasn’t until the faux-encore that “Full Circle,” their breakout hit, finally gave people exactly what they wanted, one last time. As for me, I’m not confused anymore. There’s a lot more to Half Moon Run than what’s on paper—I just had to see them live to understand.
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Brasshop Band Brings Unique Sound, Lively Show Story by Kris Ketonen, Photo by G3 Designs Photography
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t’s a summer to remember for brasshop collective My Son the Hurricane. Not only is the southern Ontario-based jazz/funk/hip-hop group currently in the middle of their longest-ever tour (they’re playing 10 states, five provinces, and then they’re off to Sweden), but they’re doing so backed by a brandnew album. And that album, Ride the Bullet!, is a big one for the group, drummer Danno O’Shea says. “It’s always been a challenge for us to capture the show [on albums],” O’Shea says. “But, having said that, we feel like this latest record is the closest. We’re happy with how it
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turned out. This is the first we want to promote to our fullest extent.” The difference? Ride the Bullet! is the first fully self-produced My Son the Hurricane album, O’Shea says. Not only that, but for the first time, the band was able to refine some of the songs prior to recording, playing them live during the previous tour. “We don’t really have the luxury of doing pre-production,” O’Shea says. “I think 24 musicians play on that record. It’s a scheduling nightmare.” And while having that many musicians seems like it would be chaotic, O’Shea says it’s anything but. For instance, the deep roster really makes a difference during tours,
likely include more south-of-theborder dates, O’Shea says. “You start to wonder if your sound is going to work outside of, first, your hometown, then your home region, then your home province,” he says. “And now that we’ve been bringing it to the States, and it’s been going so well, we want to bring it to more.”
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which typically see about a dozen members on stage at a time. “If you look at [the 2019 summer tour], almost half of the band is changing over mid-tour,” he says. “So, while you have a lot of core members who will be doing 55 days, you also have almost a different horn section flying in and flying out at different parts… This is almost like lines in hockey. It’s keeping people fresh.” As for the future, My Son the Hurricane will wrap up their tour in the fall, and then it’s on to planning for 2020. Next year’s schedule will
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We’re Gonna Need Some Bigger Riffs VHS
Ahoy, an accurate title! Our local horror degenerates are back for more auditory bloodshed, and this time, they’re taking their splattery metal stylings out on the high seas. Three albums in (as well as umpteen split releases) and this trio continues to refine their approach and execution to grind out some of the sloppiest, silliest, and most sickening 80s horror movie-themed metal around. Axeman Mike Hochins is using everything in his extreme metal toolbox to the greatest effect, as these 13 tracks range from punked-off gore metal to oceandeep doom and everything in between. Riffs isn’t just Hochins’ show either, as new bass player Curt Mills and the everreliable Andy Middaugh on skins battle it out thanks to a warm, heightened production. The band’s stature and skills continue to impress with Riffs, to the point that the guest spots from The Black Dahlia Murder’s Trevor Strnad and Exhumed’s Matt Harvey simply seem to fit, rather than stick out—that’s the level VHS is currently at. Deadly fun isn’t a contradiction in the case of VHS, and the songs are the reason. - Justin Allec
REVIEWS
Countrywide Soul Jim Cuddy
Forever Turned Around Whitney
There is a lot to like about Jim Cuddy’s latest solo album, Countrywide Soul. If you didn’t already know, Cuddy is also a member of the award-winning band Blue Rodeo, and if his new album sounds familiar, that’s because he decided to add some flesh to some of his earlier work, including some Blue Rodeo songs. The album also features a couple of new tunes and two tasty covers of songs by Glen Campbell (“Rhinestone Cowboy”) and “Almost Persuaded,” originally recorded by George Jones. There’s a warmth to this music. Recorded on the top floor of Cuddy’s barn, the album is a spirited mix of country and folk, with some rockers and some heartfelt ballads. The production is clean and Cuddy’s vocals are as good as ever. The harmonies on this album are awesome, as are the fiddle solos by longtime Jim Cuddy Band member Anne Lindsay. Best cuts include the bluesy “Glorious Day” and the title cut “Countrywide Soul.” Both have great fiddle and guitar solos. If you’re a fan of Jim Cuddy’s you won’t be disappointed, and if you’re new to his music Countrywide Soul would be a great place to start.
Coming off the success of their 2016 debut album, the Chicagobased band Whitney takes a trip down Ventura Highway with the fantastically folksy Forever Turned Around. This sophomore release is deceptively euphoric, contrasting bleak lyricism with lush, nostalgic instrumentation that leaves the listener feeling an odd mix of optimistic and melancholic. But while the climactic guitar solo on “Used To Be Lonely” and the twinkling pianos on “Valleys (My Love)” make each song stand out musically, they do little to distract from the fact that they both describe someone “letting go” and “drifting apart” respectively. It’s this lyrical monotony that holds Forever Turned Around back from the greatness that feels so tangible within its nuanced soundscape. Even singer Julien Ehrlich’s vocal performance and falsetto feel fuller, more confident, and more developed here than it did on their previous, critically acclaimed album. In the end, Forever Turned Around leaves me contemplating what could have made this near-flawless follow-up exquisite.
- Gerald Graham
- Melanie Larson
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First Taste
Ty Segall
My first encounter with Ty Segall is a bit rich with irony. It’s the first time I have listened to him and, although this is his 11th album, it is called First Taste. I am happy to report that my “first taste” of the California-based garage rocker’s music was a success. While listening to the record I really felt engaged and interested as each track took me through what felt like a sonic journey. Each aspect of the music seems to fit just right and, while artistic in its undertaking; it doesn’t sacrifice listenability in order to be profound. Two short tracks called “When I Met My Parents (Parts 1 & 2)” really piqued my interest, but I would rank “The Fall,” “Whatever,” and “Ice Plant” as go-to tracks on an album that really should be appraised in its entirety for maximum benefit. - Jamie Varga
The Way I Heard It
Mental Health
Mike Rowe
Rae Spoon
From beginning to end, Rae Spoon’s new album delves lyrically into different aspects of the title’s subject matter, Mental Health. From speaking to the feeling of being a burden and pushing people away as a result (“Go Away”) to the circular conundrum that daily functioning can become (in “Money”: “You gotta have money to buy the pills, but you gotta have pills to make the money”), there are a lot of scenarios that may feel familiar to anyone who has experienced their own internal struggles. Musically, the album is a blend of Spoon’s folk roots and the electronic sounds that they’ve experimented with throughout their career. Even with the catchy beats and hooks, there is an ever-present dissonance in the lyrics that represents the classic hidden struggle under a cheery mask that is a reality for too many folks.
Who doesn’t love a good mystery told by an enthusiastic storyteller? Heck, Rowe even does the voices for some of the characters. For those with an inquisitive mind with a limited attention span, The Way I Heard It will certainly pique your interest. It is a fun and entertaining listen that pays homage to important tales in history. Rowe, who is also known for his work on the TV series Dirty Jobs, delivers a wellthought-out and well-researched story paired with a charming tone and simply delightful wit. He cleverly begins to describe an unidentified individual in each episode, and then subtly builds the story, adding clues to get your mind working. As more details develop, so does one’s excitement and interest in the identity of the main character. A light-hearted and informative podcast, The Way I Heard It is definitely a must-listen.
- Steph Skavinski
- Andrea Lysenko
Mostarghia
Sleeping Giant
Maya Ombasic
Andrew Cividino
While Mostarghia ultimately is a memoir about Ombasic’s experiences as a refugee, her focus throughout remains on her equally loving and frustrating relationship with her father, and this explains a great deal of the book’s effectiveness. Fleeing Bosnia after the outbreak of war in the early 90s, Ombasic and her family were shuffled through refugee camps and subsidized apartments in Europe before eventually settling in Canada. The writing strikes a great balance in the ebb and flow between unemotional observations that provide context for the lasting divides in the Balkans, and a humanization of the victims of conflict. What Ombasic readily brings across is a lack of belonging, and a feeling of being met with suspicion and judgment at every turn and being denied the simple right to exist and live a happy life. And she does so with a tender care that evokes a sadness mixed with levity, anger laced with love.
There is something magical about seeing a familiar place in a film, and if you’ve spent any time at all in and around our Sibley Peninsula, this film will resonate with you because of that. With raw perception, Cividino tells a coming-of-age story centred around a boy, Adam, who spends a summer with his parents at a Lake Superior camp. After a few days of boring adult-only company, Adam meets Riley and Nate, local smart-ass cousins who liven up his summer for a while. The trio’s adventures reveal the complexity of the time between childhood and adulthood. The boys are playful, funny, barbaric, and audacious—a portrayal that may be disturbing at times, but it is also what makes the film so real, and so moving. The young actors add to the realism, and were encouraged to improvise. Some scenes have a home-video feel, which is balanced with shots of the breathtaking scenery we all love. This film has won numerous awards, and will make you glad you survived teenagehood.
- Alexander Kosoris
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Thunder Bay Main Lighthouse Story and Photos by Laurie Abthorpe
L
ighthouses along Lake Superior’s Canadian shoreline have been providing navigational aid to mariners since 1867. The first lighthouse at Prince Arthur’s Landing (later Port Arthur), built on the southeast corner of the Canadian Pacific Railway dock, was installed when the dock was expanded in 1882-1883. Construction on the first breakwater, which was built to protect the inner harbour and docks at Port Arthur, began in 1883 and was completed in 1885. During the winter of 1887, the CPR dock lighthouse was relocated and affixed at the breakwater’s entrance. The original breakwater has since been replaced by the one we see today, which is located several hundred metres farther offshore, allowing for larger ships to manoeuvre around it. A new lighthouse has also replaced the old. The Department of Transport proposed plans for a modern lighthouse in the late 1930s. The tender for construction was very specific when it came to the sourcing of goods and materials for the project. All materials were to be produced in Canada or, if not available, at least produced within the British Empire. Constructed in 1939 by Thunder Bay Harbour Improvements Ltd., the lighthouse was placed at the
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new entrance to the harbour on the breakwater, which was completed three years prior. First known as Port Arthur New Entrance, the Thunder Bay Main Lighthouse was put into operation for the 1940 navigation season with Robert Shaw as its head keeper. It was built on a concrete foundation pier and concrete pedestals. The square shaped timber and white clapboard sided superstructure with hipped roof was built to house a two-storeyed dwelling. The red iron lantern with its powerful light was surrounded by a catwalk centred atop the white light tower at an elevation of 48 feet. The lighthouse was also fitted with a powerful foghorn powered by gas engines, like other large lighthouses on Lake Superior. This lighthouse has weathered the elements as well as accidental encounters. Its corners are reinforced with steel plates for weather protection and extra bracing support is provided by two guy wires attached to the concrete pedestals on two sides. The structure is said to have shifted three feet when the fully loaded Canada Steamship Lines Simcoe collided with the breakwall by the lighthouse in the spring of 1971. The Thunder Bay Main Lighthouse was manned until 1979.
Architecture
Today, the lighthouse is still operational and uses an automatic unmanned beacon and accessible fog signal service. Recognized as having historical interest and cultural value, this Thunder Bay Harbour landmark was added to the Heritage Register in January 2010. Laurie Abthorpe is the heritage researcher for the Heritage Advisory Committee, which advises City Council on the conservation of heritage buildings, sites and resources, and their integration into development. For more information on the city’s heritage resources, visit thunderbay.ca/en/city-hall/heritage-in-thunder-bay.aspx.
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your surroundings plays a large role in daily food decisions.” The Eating Healthy Together Strategy leveraged best practice evidence, engagement with the public and staff, and expertise from clinical professionals to develop a strategy to improve the retail food environment at the hospital. “Together, our team created very comprehensive guidelines called ‘Nutrition Standards’ that ultimately define what is and isn’t allowed for sale at our hospital based on nutrition. Our primary focus is to remove all ultra-processed food and increase access to and availability of minimally processed and unprocessed foods,” explains Gillis. The concept of categorizing foods by how natural they are, as opposed to processed, originates from the Dietary Guidelines for the Brazilian Population. It defines unprocessed/minimally processed foods as those obtained directly from plants or animals, and those that have been cleaned, ground, dried, fermented, pasteurized, cooled, frozen or had inedible or wanted parts removed but have not
had oils, fats, sugar or salt added (i.e. an apple). Whereas ultra-processed foods are those that are made of industrial ingredients and other substances derived from foods, plus additives (i.e. apple-flavoured candy). You can think of the degree of processing as how much the food looks like its original form (i.e. does a hot dog look like it came from a pig?). Creating a healthy nutrition environment and following the Nutrition Standards encourages and influences healthy lifestyles, which is key for the prevention of diseases. It supports people to make good eating choices, especially when their health is critical enough to be at a hospital. In our region, it is common knowledge that chronic disease rates are higher than the rest of the province; it’s time for the hospital to take a leading role in population health improvement by serving a side of salad to complement your care. For more information on the Eating Healthy Together strategy at our hospital, visit: tbrhsc.net/ eatinghealthytogether.
Hospital’s Retail Food Environment to Change for the Healthier By Sara Chow, Health Promotion and Communications Planner
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ould you like a side of fries to go with your angioplasty?” said no healthcare provider ever. Diet is the second leading risk factor for death and disease, and hospitals are on the front line for medical treatment required to treat diet-related illnesses and disease. So why would a hospital sell food that contributes to the very conditions it treats?
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“Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre’s Eating Health Together Strategy aims to re-engineer the retail food environment at our hospital to create a supportive and healthy retail environment,” says Kelly-Jo Gillis, manager of Preventive Health Services with Prevention and Screening Services. “We know that education alone is not enough to help people make the healthier choice, and that the food available in
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AugustEventsGuide August 1–4
Grand Marais Lions Fisherman’s Picnic 2019 Downtown Harbor Park, Grand Marais
It’s the 90th annual Fisherman’s Picnic and downtown Grand Marais will be filled with visitors checking out the crazy days sales, craft show, daily contests and prizes, live music, kids activities, and so much more!
visitcookcounty.com
August 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29
Catch the Ace Lottery Royal Canadian Legion Slovak Branch 129
The Royal Canadian Slovak Legion presents the Catch the Ace Lottery. Ticket prices are 3 for $5 every Thursday. Restaurant supper specials available during Catch the Ace as well. Come out and try to Catch the Ace!
slovaklegion.com
August 1, 3, 10, & 11
A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline Grand Marais Playhouse
A Closer Walk with Patsy Cline provides an accurate re-creation of the Patsy Cline sound. The songs are performed in their entirety with arrangements, back-up vocals and a band structure all very similar to Patsy’s. Part of the Grand Marais Playhouse’s Summer Festival.
grandmaraisplayhouse.com
August 1, 2, 7–10, 12–16, & 19–23, 8:30 am–5 pm
2019 Summer Diving Camps
Canada Games Complex
Thunder Bay Diving Club offers a comprehensive and exciting introduction to the Olympic sport of diving, ages 6–12. This program is structured for all skill levels, no experience necessary! Let their knowledgeable staff teach your child this fascinating sport at their own pace, and watch them progress throughout the summer!
tbdc.ca
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August 1–15, 7:30 pm
August 3, 9:30–11:30pm
Paramount Theatre
Red Lion Smokehouse
Little Shop of Horrors Badanai Theatre presents this beloved musical comedy about love, life, and a man-eating plant. See this month’s Film and Theatre section for more info.
facebook.com/badanaitheatre
August 1–31
Group of Stephen Exhibition
Baggage Building Arts Centre
This popular exhibition returns to the BBAC with the opening reception taking place on August 3 from 1–4 pm with artists in attendance. See this month’s Art section for more info.
facebook.com/ BaggageBuildingArts
August 2–4
Harbourfest Kenora
Northwestern Ontario’s largest music festival! Featuring epic performances by Coleman Hell, Sass Jordan, Don Amero, and more, performing on beautiful Lake of the Woods.
harbourfest.ca
August 2 & 4
The Marvelous Wonderettes: Dream On
Arrowhead Center for the Arts, Grand Marais
It’s 1969 and The Marvelous Wonderettes are back at Springfield High to throw a retirement party for their favourite homeroom teacher. As the girls sing their way through the greatest girl-group hits of the 60s, one of the Wonderettes reveals she’ll also be saying goodbye to search for success and happiness on her own. Part of the Grand Marais Playhouse’s Summer Festival.
grandmaraisplayhouse.com
Music Bingo
Music Bingo combines your favourite tunes with bingo. Each player receives a Music Bingo card with a mix of song titles and artists. Instead of calling out numbers, our DJ plays the music! Singing along is recommended. Bring your friends, grab a beer and get ready to win some prizes!
redlionsmokehouse.ca
August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 9:30 am–12:30 pm
Kakabeka Farmers’ Market Kakabeka Legion
At Kakabeka Farmers’ Market you’ll find fresh locally grown produce, local meats, jams, breads, pies and treats, perennials and other plants, woodwork by local artisans, knitting and sewing, cosmetics and many other local products!
kakabekafarmersmarket.ca
August 4, 9 am–noon
Advanced Barbering Techniques: How to Conquer Men’s Hair The District Salon & Barber
In this class you will discover techniques that can be applied to conquering any type of men’s hair. Whether you are looking for new techniques to add to your arsenal or are looking to build it, this class is something you don’t want to miss. Free to attend!
hollywood-hairstyling.business. site
August 4 & 5
Festa Italiana
Italian Cultural Centre
Come out to the 29th annual Festa Italiana! Featuring music, dancing, authentic Italian cuisine, cultural and art exhibits, children’s activities, a beer garden, and, of course, fireworks!
italiancc.com
August 6, 7:30 pm
August 7, 7:30pm
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
Thunder Bay Community Auditorium
Jeff Dunham: Passively Aggressive Comedian and ventriloquist Jeff Dunham is bringing his colourful cast of characters to Thunder Bay on his Passively Aggressive tour.
tbca.com
August 6–9, 12–16, & 19–23, 8:30 am–4:30 pm
2019 Youth Summer Paddle Camp Boulevard Lake
Youth Summer Paddle Camp is a paddle sports skills development camp for children. This includes onand off-water activities. Children will develop skills using kayaks, canoes, and Olympic sprint boats.
paddlesport.org
August 7 & 14, 7 am
Summer Yoga The Chanterelle
Join Vinyasa Instructor Rachel Coffey Wednesday mornings for a flow yoga class.
thechanterelle.ca
August 7–11, noon–midnight
CLE Fair
CLE Grounds
Everyone’s favourite fair is back! Featuring midway rides and concessions, main stage entertainment, cooking demos, Kids’ World, petting zoo, “baby boom” contest, creative arts contest, and more. Buy your tickets online, or at the gate!
cle.on.ca
The Michael Jackson History Show Showtime Australia presents this spectacular music tribute and fullscale stage production honouring the one and only King of Pop, Michael Jackson. Celebrate Jackson’s creative genius and unsurpassed talent with riveting live performances spanning his career. Tickets are $30–$59.
tbca.com
August 7, 12, 14, & 28, 7:30pm
Weekly Wednesday Trivia Night with Chris Barstow The Foundry
Weekly Wednesday Night Trivia with Chris Barstow is a cutting-edge trivia experience, tackling a wide range of topics and issues in modern pop culture and rewarding your knowledge with gift certificates and Sleeping Giant Brewing Company prize packs!
facebook.com/foundrytbay
August 8, 10 am–10 pm
Miracle Treat Day Dairy Queen
On Miracle Treat Day, net proceeds from each Blizzard treat sold at participating locations will be donated to Children’s Miracle Network member hospitals.
miracletreatday.ca
August 9 & 10
Brew Ha! Craft Beer Festival Marina Park
The annual Brew Ha! Festival is back for its fifth year, featuring unique craft beer samples and local food vendors paired with live, local music. See this month’s Top Five for more info.
brewhafestival.com
August 9–11
August 15–17
Grand Portage Monument Heritage Center, Grand Portage
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Moose N’ Fiddle Grand Portage Rendezvous Days and Music Festival Celebration Pow Wow Caliper Lake Provincial Park,
The annual gathering is the community’s biggest and most grand celebration of the year, a time when Grand Portage comes alive and reflects on its rich heritage.
visitcookcounty.com
August 9–11
Live from the Rock Folk Festival Pull-A-Log Park, Red Rock
The Live from the Rock Folk Festival is an annual music and arts festival located on the beautiful shores of Lake Superior in Red Rock, Ontario. See this month’s Top Five for more info.
livefromtherockfolkfestival.com
August 9–11
This “cool little festival” in Northwestern Ontario is a little indie, a little folk, a little bluegrass, and a whole lot of fun.
moosenfiddle.ca
August 17 & 18
MBA Canada Trail Building School Shuniah Mines
BlackSheep Mountain Bike Club will be hosting International Mountain Bike of Canada as they hold a class on proper trail building technique. This is a great chance for riders to brush up on their skills and learn some new techniques.
blacksheepmtb.com
August 17 & 18
Nipigon Blueberry Blast
Trout Forest Music Festival
Downtown Nipigon
The “Trout” features music, workshops, creative arts selection, great food, and the best in northern hospitality with the beautiful Trout Lake Forest as a pristine backdrop.
nipigonblueberryblast.com
Waterfront Park, Ear Falls
troutfest.com
August 12, 5 pm
Science North at Dease Park Dease Park
Take part in an evening full of experiments and exploration. No need to register—just stop by.
facebook.com/ CityofThunderBayYouth
August 12, 19, & 26, 10 am
Lakehead Thunderwolves Hockey Camps Port Arthur Stadium
These hockey camps for kids feature instructors who are Lakehead Thunderwolves coaches, players, and staff!
thunderwolveshockey.com
August 14, 21, & 28, 7:30–9:45 pm
TBay Treats and Haunted Streets Prince Arthur Hotel
Seek Adventures and Tours takes you on a journey to uncover local stories of hauntings and the unexplained paired with local treats in the Waterfront District... if you dare!
seekadventureandtours.com
A fun-filled weekend celebrating 18 years of blueberry picking and family entertainment!
August 17 & 18, 10 am–5 pm
Battle of Fort William Fort William Historical Park
Hear the cannons roar! Enjoy an action-packed weekend filled with drama and suspense at the Battle of Fort William. Be prepared for excitement and adventure as re-enactors bring to life a variety of events including a battlefield sequence, council of war and more!
fwhp.ca
August 17 & 18, 10 am–5 pm
Westfort Street Fair West Frederica Street
Come out to the Westfort Street Fair, the longest-running event of its kind and a summer tradition. See this month’s Top Five for more info.
facebook.com/ WestfortVillageAssociation
August 17, 11–4 pm
10th Annual Die Active Y-Art Sale and Flea Market Cooke Street
Find handmade, crafted, and collected treasures by emerging artists ages 13–30ish. The Y-Art Sale is unlike any other yard sale or arts/crafts fairs you’ve been to. Soak up live music and dance, food vendors, free art workshops, and the completion of TBay’s first and only graffiti alley.
definitelysuperior.com
August 18, 7–11 am
August 24, 1 pm
August 30 & 31, 8 pm
Kakabeka Falls Legion Hall
Resting Frog Yoga Studio
Marina Park
Kakabeka Falls Legion Boreal Path Yoga Half Marathon and 8K Retreat The Kakabeka Falls Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion will be presenting its third annual half marathon. Again, this year along with the half marathon they will be offering an 8 km race. Both races start at 7 am, and follow the very same course as last year along a closed Trans-Canada Highway.
runkbfalls.com
August 22, 6 pm
CNIB Night Steps Marina Park
CNIB Night Steps brings friends, families, supporters, and pets together for an exciting fundraising walk under the stars. Enjoy food, music, crafts, activities, and walk with community members. Funds raised support innovative programs and powerful advocacy that empower people impacted by blindness to live their dreams while tearing down barriers to inclusion.
cnib.ca
August 23–25
Thunder Bay Ribfest CLE Grounds
All weekend, complementing the professional ribbers, you will find local favorite food vendors, artisans and the fabulous Our Kids Count Children’s area. There will be something for everyone so please see the complete schedule of events for more details!
ribfesttbay.com
August 24, 6:30 am
XTERRA Sleeping Giant Off Road Festival
Sleeping Giant Provincial Park
Featuring full and short triathlon distances, a duathlon, and short and long trail runs. See this month’s Top Five for more info.
elementracing.ca/xterrasleeping-giant
August 24, 10 am–5 pm
Pass Lake Country Fair 2019
Pass Lake Community Hall
Pass Lake Country Fair is packed full of fun for the whole family. From craft vendors and antique cars to face painting, bouncy castle and pony rides. Fun games for the whole family and so much more!
passlakecountryfair@outlook.com
Join a great group of yogis for a day of renewal and relaxation at Boreal Path Yoga’s summer retreat to be held at Resting Frog Yoga studio in the Ruttan block on Court Street. There will be a kirtan after dinner with Angie Gollat and friends and one other presenter.
gary.bellinger62@gmail.com
August 25, 10 am–3 pm
Kub Kar Rally CLE Grounds
Remember how much fun you had as a Cub designing, building, painting, and then racing your very own Kub Kar? You can relive it all again! Retrieve your Kub Kar from your trophy cabinet, dust it off, tune it up, and register as a Vintage Racer! Vintage and new cars will race together.
ribfesttbay.com/kub-kar-rally
August 26, 11 am
LPSF Charity Golf Tournament Whitewater Golf Club
Support Lakehead Public Schools’ students by participating in the 16th annual Lakehead Public Schools Foundation Golf Tournament. Enter as an individual golfer or a team.
desiree_zambon@ lakeheadschools.ca
August 28, 1 pm
Thunder Bay & District Humane Society Charity Golf Tournament
Thunder Bay Country Club
This is a four-person best ball event, golfing nine holes on the greens of the Thunder Bay Country Club. Teams will be provided a golf cart for the fun festivities ahead and there will also be surprise contest holes. Following the tournament, there will be a dinner provided by 5 Forks Restaurant.
fundraising@tbdhs.ca
August 29, 7 pm
Indigenous Visual Artists’ Materials Grant Info Session
Baggage Building Arts Centre
Calling all Indigenous artists and makers in the Thunder Bay area! Join Anemki Art Collective as they host an Ontario Arts Council info session, to share details about the OAC’s Indigenous Visual Artists’ Materials Grant. This $500 grant, available to artists who are Indigenous, can help support the cost of buying art materials and supplies for a project.
facebook.com/ BaggageBuildingArts
Movie Nights on the Waterfront Movie Nights on the Waterfront is a series of free outdoor family film screenings. See this month’s Film and Theatre section for more info.
thunderbay.ca
Until September 8
The Writing on the Wall
Thunder Bay Art Gallery
Playful, yet astute observation informs the art of the late Joane Cardinal-Schubert on display at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery this summer. Forty pivotal pieces in painting, drawing, printmaking, collage, and installation were gathered from collections across Canada, including the National Gallery of Canada, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts and private collections.
theag.ca
Until September 15
Norval Morrisseau: Works from the Permanent Collection Thunder Bay Art Gallery
An exhibition of the work of Norval Morrisseau (1932-2007), one of the most innovative artists of the 20th century.
theag.ca
Until September 22
Shattered Basin, Fired Thing
Thunder Bay Art Gallery
For this installation, multimedia artist Andrea Pinheiro projects a 16 mm film of various nuclear and geographically significant sites across the southwestern United States and Northern Ontario onto a large screen made of clay and roots.
theag.ca
Until September 22
Northwest Coast Masks: Selections from the Permanent Collection Thunder Bay Art Gallery
This exhibition features a range of Northwest Coast masks from the gallery’s permanent collection.
theag.ca
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AugustMusicGuide August 1 Jazzy Thursday Nights ft. Martin Blanchet The Foundry 7 pm • No Cover • 19+
Born Broken + Exits Black Pirates Pub 8 pm • $8 • AA
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The Apollo 8 pm • $TBA • 19+
Prime Time Karaoke PA Legion Branch 5 8:30 pm • No Cover • 19+
Westfort Karaoke Idol The Westfort 10 pm • No Cover • 19+
Open Stage with Craig Smyth & Tiina Flank The Foundry 10 pm • No Cover • 19+
August 2 Bobby Dove
Algoma House 8 pm • No Cover • AA
DJ Big D
The Foundry 10 pm • $5 • 19+
August 3 Folk’n Saturday Afternoons ft. Bobby Dove The Foundry 1 pm • No Cover • 19+
Us as Them: Heart + Alabama Shakes The Foundry 10 pm • $5 • 19+
Country Music Night The Westfort 10 pm • No Cover • 19+
August 4 All-Star Karaoke
Port Arthur Legion Branch 5 3 pm • No Cover • 19+
August 7 Live at the Waterfront ft. William Prince, Jean-Paul De Roover + Noah Derksen Marina Park 6 pm • No Cover • AA
Piper & Carson
August 20 Open Mic
Cheer’s The Village Pub 8 pm • No Cover • All Ages The Apollo 9 pm • $10 • 19+
Danny Johnson’s Piano Bar
August 14 Live at the Waterfront ft. Jade Eagleson, The Redhill Valleys + Chris Talarico
The Wayland 6 pm • No Cover • 19+ Shooter’s Tavern 8 pm • No Cover • 19+
August 8 Jazzy Thursday Nights ft. Jamie Philip The Foundry 7 pm • No Cover • 19+
Marina Park 6 pm • No Cover • AA
Danny Johnson’s Piano Bar Shooter’s Tavern 8 pm • No Cover • 19+
The Foundry 9 pm • No Cover • 19+
Port Arthur Legion Branch 5 8 pm • No Cover • AA
Karaoke Night
On Deck 10 pm • No Cover • 19+
August 26 Every Folk’n Monday
The Foundry 10 pm • No Cover • 19+
Westfort Karaoke Idol
Danny Johnson’s Piano Bar
August 9 BrewHa! After Party ft. Tribute to The Tragically Hip + Alanis Morissette w/ DJ Big D
Shooter’s Tavern 8 pm • No Cover • 19+
Open Stage with Craig Smyth & Tiina Flank
August 22 Jazzy Thursday Nights
Summer Patio Sessions
Open Stage with Craig Smyth & Tiina Flank
The Foundry 10 pm • $5 • 19+
August 10 Folk’n Saturday Afternoons ft. Southern Comfort The Foundry 1 pm • No Cover • 19+
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Absolutely Free* Geneva Freeport EP idée fixe
Pottery* No. 1 Royal Mountain
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Aldous Harding Designer 4AD
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Black Mountain* Destroyer Dine Alone
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15 Donovan Woods The Other Way Meant Well
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Touch & The Dirty Sample* Jawz Hand’Solo
16 Lee Fields & The Expressions It Rains Love Big Crown
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The Lytics* Friction (single) LHM
17 Black Pumas Black Pumas ATO
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Koffee Rapture Columbia
18 Lydia Persaud* Let Me Show You Next Door
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Flying Lotus Flamagra Warp
19 Munya* Munya Luminelle 20 Tanika Charles* The Gumption Record Kicks
International 1
Rocky Dawuni Beats of Zion Six Degrees
Electronic 1
New Vaders* 10 Beautiful Postcards TRASHTRONIX
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Foreign Diplomats* Monami Indica
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Jean-Paul De Roover* Love Self-Released
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Mac DeMarco* Here Comes the Cowboy Royal Mountain
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Carlton Jumel Smith 1634 Lexington Avenue Timmion
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Fruit Bats Gold Past Life Merge
Matt Sellick* North Shore Self-Released Orquesta Akokán Orquesta Akokán (The Instrumentals) Daptone
Lal* Dark Beings Coax
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10 Hawksley Workman* Median Age Wasteland Six Shooter
Sounds Like FRANCO Money Over Matter Low Key Source
The Budos Band V Daptone
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11 Carter & the Capitals* Carter & the Capitals Self-Released
Absolutely Free* Geneva Freeport EP idée fixe
Timaya Chulo Vibes DM Records Limited
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Mr. Merlot* City Sex Vol. 2 Self-Released
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12 Mavis Staples We Get By ANTI13 Mr. Merlot* City Sex Vol. 2 Self-Released 14 Jenn Grant* Love, Inevitable Leovela
Hip Hop 1
My Son The Hurricane* Ride the Bullet Vegas Funeral
Jazz 1
Brad Turner Quartet* Jump Up Cellar Live
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Dave Robbins Sextet* Joan of Art Cellar Live
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Chick Corea & The Spanish Heart Band Antidote Concord
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Alex Sill Experiences: Real and Imaginary Self-Released
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Philip Bailey Love Will Find A Way Verve
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Danko Jones* A Rock Supreme M-Theory Audio
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Wine Lips* Stressor 877190 Records DK2
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Page 38* Burning the Midnight Oil Self-Released
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Dumb* Club Nites Mint
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Pottery* No. 1 Royal Mountain
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Lucas Haneman Express* Catch the Westbound Self-Released
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Jean-Paul De Roover* Love Self-Released
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Sunday wilde & The 1 Eyed Jacks* Sunday wilde & The 1 Eyed Jacks Self-Released
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Jenn Grant* Love, Inevitable Leovela
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Bonita & The Blues Shacks Bonita & The Blues Shacks Bear Family
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Have this Year’s Gardens Caught Up? Story by Graham Saunders, Photo by Adrian Lysenko
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eople who look forward to gardening, camping, and other outdoor pursuits know that summer activities got off to a late start this year. May was cool and gardening was delayed. For many gardeners, planting “cool” vegetables (those that can tolerate cool overnights and even light frost) has become routine on or just after the May long weekend. As it turned out, such early planting this year would have been premature and high risk. The soil temperature was too low for most seeds to germinate and occasional frosty mornings were still happening in the final week of May. Warmth, soil moisture, and sufficient time for growth are essential for productive gardens (astute readers will know that it takes more than these essentials, but fertile soil and hard work are beyond this month’s discussion). Last year the
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frost-free season began on May 20, and this date has become the new normal for the 21st century. This is an average and includes occasional frosts in early June and typically later frosts in rural locations. The loss of two weeks at the beginning of the growing season is not a trivial matter for gardeners. There is no guarantee that summer heat or a convenient two weeks of growth in September will make up the difference. June had a very cool start, with two frosts in the first days. A daily record low of -1.6°C was set on June 3 at the Thunder Bay International Airport, replacing the previous record of -1.1°C set in 1962. Some frost-prone locations, especially in rural areas, had even colder morning minimums. Usually a greenhouse is enough to protect from unseasonably chilly temperatures,
but even that was not enough in early June. And, while Thunder Bay’s frost-free season officially began on June 4, a few country locations experienced a light but damaging frost on June 13. The good news is that cooler-than-average temperatures switched to warmer-than-normal in the third week of June, and these have persisted into mid-July. June finished warm-to-hot, and technically is now in the books as “normal” with an average temperature of 14°C. Here is an oddity that did not help local gardeners cope with the trials and weather tribulations: June also goes into global records as the warmest June in instrument archives from 1880 to the present. But have these warmer nights and days, 3 to 5°C above normal, made up the difference? Not yet! It will take more heat to result in something comparable to last September’s profusion of vine-ripened tomatoes. Although this year cannot be dismissed a “year without a summer” (which never really happens), a poor harvest with merely green tomatoes is a potential outcome in a worst-case scenario. I have been using “growing
season” and “frost-free season” interchangeably, but it is more complicated than that. In my May column, I discussed “growing degree days,” a way to track accumulated heat. Vegetative growth will take place only if warmth is above and continues above a temperature threshold of average temperatures warmer than 5°C for five days in a row. This method is suitable for many Canadian native plants, many “cool” vegetables, and some field crops. Growing degree days are a helpful way to keep track of the beginning and then the progress of the growing season. According to this method the growing season began on May 6 last year and a week later this year. Tomatoes, corn, beans, and other “warm” plants have a base of 10°C, and this year such average temperatures did not consistently happen until after June 5. Since mid-June, both warmth and rainfall have kept pace with last year. Yes, we are behind, but the difference is not a disaster—yet. Outlooks for August are mixed, but average temperatures for the month is the best projection.
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o disrespect to the Streisand/Redford movie, but on the brink of change, it’s entertaining and sometimes therapeutic to look back and compare then and now. When I was hired as the communications coordinator for EcoSuperior (then known as Thunder Bay 2002 Clean & Green), it was 1995, the city had no curbside recycling, and six-litre “low flush” toilets were the big controversy of the day. “They won’t work,” insisted the naysayers. “Pipes will clog!” With funding from the Bob Rae NDP government of the day, we hired 20 keen young environmentalists and sent them knocking on doors as Home Green Up Teams, eagerly showing homeowners how to save water (upgrade your toilets!) and energy (seal your attic hatch!) and compost your kitchen waste. No one had ever heard of microplastics, and LED light bulbs were nowhere to be found. Little did we know that 10 short months later, a new Conservative provincial government would shut down all the fun (déjà vu, anyone?). But thanks to EcoSuperior’s forward-thinking board members and water conservation contract from the City of Thunder Bay, the organization survived, and I had a new job as team manager. The team was then much smaller in numbers, but no less enthusiastic. In the 24 years that have since passed, our little non-profit changed its name, moved offices five times, employed dozens of young people (some who’ve grown old with us), and brought millions of dollars of funding into the community. Those low-flush toilets are now standard in the building code, and compact fluorescent bulbs have been superseded by LEDs. Programs come and go and priorities change, but our primary goal of engaging people in taking care of our environment has not wavered. Trying to create change and
shift attitudes can be hard and discouraging work, and the annual uncertainty of project-based funding means that stress is the only real certainty. We make up for all that by enjoying ourselves through collaboration and creativity, by revelling in kind comments from the public, and by seeking fun new ways to get our messages out there. Some of my favourite campaigns include hiring local actress Ivanka ( Jo-Ann Waytowich) for the Take An Old Bag shopping initiative, the Energy Hog media launch where we had MPPs Michael Gravelle and Bill Mauro pose with a live pig, and last year’s bike light campaign that earned us the designation of “bike light angels” from one appreciative resident who found a set of lights installed on his bike late one night. The annual office Pancake Day and filling the freezer with fudgesicles help a lot also. While we’ve equipped thousands of homes in the region with rain barrels and energy-efficient retrofits, organized thousands of volunteers to pick up tonnes of trash, recycled over a million cigarette butts, and visited hundreds of classrooms, I don’t think there will ever be a point when EcoSuperior can say our work is done. Humans by nature continue to impact the planet even though we strive to learn more and waste less, to reconnect with nature and let go of old habits. I’m proud of the things this organization has accomplished, and honoured to have had the opportunity to be involved in this work. But just as Streisand and Redford ultimately go their separate ways in that 70s film, I am soon departing YQT to return to my roots in eastern Ontario. At EcoSuperior, the way we were is not really much different than the way we are 24 years later, but Thunder Bay and area has continued to welcome and support environmental initiatives as new and emerging issues confront us. Look at the wonderful response
Ellen Mortfield to the Last Straw Thunder Bay campaign—more than 50 area food service businesses are now participating! People care. People take action. I’ve been so fortunate to share this journey with EcoSuperior and help make these good things happen. I’m looking forward to watching from afar as Thunder Bay’s environmental stewardship efforts continue to grow.
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Getting Away From it All Without Bringing it All With You Story by Rebekah Skochinski, Photos by Tiffany Jarva
when I woke up. But do you know what made up for it? Late night dips in the lake, roasting smokies over a fire we made after foraging for kindling, paddling for hours with nothing but blue above and blue below. Wood smoke in our hair. Sand between our toes. Watching the sun come up, watching the sun go down. We had an entire beach to ourselves, our tent pitched through an opening in the trees. No one around to hear our secrets except for the stars. I realize that backcountry
camping isn’t for everyone, but maybe there are ways you can enjoy your next outdoor adventure that doesn’t involve bringing a boom box to the campground. Try it, you might like it! Besides, the real luxury of camping around here is that we get to do it at all. Next to pristine lakes and rivers and towering pines. No long, harrying commutes. No human-made sounds for miles. And even if you forget something, like your paddles, at least you’ll have a great story to tell.
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ast summer, a dear friend and I made plans to go on a backcountry canoe trip to Quetico. Even though I grew up in Thunder Bay, I had never been to this beautiful provincial park, nor had I ever done any backcountry camping. Two firsts in one fell swoop! After a leisurely and uneventful drive down Highway 11, with freshly made sandwiches from Maltese on board, we successfully removed the canoe from the top of the car, only to make a horrifying discovery: we forgot the paddles. Fortunately, a lovely man at an outfitter place further up the way loaned us a pair for free. So while it worked out in the end, it served as a good reminder of what’s really important when you’re trying to get away from it all.
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All that we needed for a few days were the basics: shelter, food, and water. In addition to a sleeping bag and a fleece, coffee, bug dope, and sunscreen—to make things more pleasant, and let’s face it, bearable. What we didn’t need: lawn chairs, magazines, shampoo, the internet. When you’re packing for a trip and space isn’t an issue, it’s easy to get carried away. You have to think twice when your suitcase is a canoe. And sometimes, the trade-off is comfort. It’s okay to be uncomfortable. I was uncomfortable about many things: getting lost, seeing a cranky bear, being eaten alive by mosquitoes, shitting in the woods, not shitting in the woods. Sleeping on the hard ground was actually physically uncomfortable and my body hurt
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Aries:
The dog days of summer are upon us, Ram, so take advantage of those warm breezes. Summer is short! Is someone you love giving you the cold shoulder? You may be the number one sign of the zodiac, but sometimes others need a little attention too. Plan a patio dinner à deux and reap the rewards of reconnecting to a relationship.
Taurus
Feeling exhausted at the office lately, Bull? Mercury in retrograde has given your cherished routine a run for its money. Don’t be afraid to dip out for the afternoon—your hardworking self deserves it. You push yourself to the limits and now it’s time to give the watercooler a fond farewell. Catch up with some good reading on the deck. Why not grab the new Amy Jones book and tuck in?
Gemini
You love to surround yourself with others, and this Civic Holiday is no exception, Gemini. If you find yourself a little overwhelmed, there’s no shame in going for a solo walk on your own. Be patient with the little ones. Turn off your devices and get in touch with nature. Someone may try to take advantage of your good nature. Stand up for yourself!
Cancer
Big changes are up ahead, Crab! You may find yourself ending a long-term relationship or packing up to start anew. The full moon mid-month will make you feel caught in a whirlwind, but things will settle down by month’s end. Lean on an old friend for support. You’ve got this! Something important you’ve been waiting for in the mail arrives.
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Leo
Happy birthday, proud Lion! You are a regal and magnetic person who truly cares about others. Your generous nature and unwavering friendship do not go unnoticed. Expect to be showered with gifts by your adoring friends and family—and who knows, perhaps even a secret admirer too! Enjoy the cake, and maybe even add a little tequila in your coffee. It brings out the flavour!
Virgo
The moon is in your sign during the long weekend, which luckily brings favour your way. Why not be a tourist in your own town? Take a Superior Sail tour, or enjoy the shops downtown. Connect with some old pals at BrewHa. Take a drive out to Kakabeka and enjoy the falls. You’ll be asked for some advice, and you always have the best words of wisdom to share. Stay golden.
Libra
You are known for being diplomatic and charming, as well as enjoying the finer things in life. Why not head down to Live on the Waterfront on a wildly wonderful Wednesday and enjoy the festive atmosphere? Libras light up any gathering! You may be on the receiving end of some lucky breaks. Take a chance and play your favourite numbers. You never know what might happen!
Scorpio
Looking for love in all the wrong places, Scorp? You’re in a bit of a rut, so time to shake things up. Your watery nature tends to take a deep dive into the past sometimes. Music is the answer, so shake it off and get out to one of the local or nearby festivals—you’ll be glad you did! You’ll meet new friends and get together with some long-time acquaintances. Remember to wear sunscreen!
Sagittarius
Your sunny disposition will serve you well this month. You may find life challenging during the full moon, but your patience and perseverance will pay off. The early bird gets the worm, and mid-month may find you crushing goals and reaping the rewards of your hard work. Celebrate with friends on a downtown patio! Someone important may take notice. Looking for answers? Ask the right questions.
Capricorn
This can be a tough time of year for some of you goats. The kids are home, family is visiting, and sometimes it feels like you are doing nothing but cleaning up after others and replenishing your constantly empty fridge. Take the dog for a walk and treat yourself to a bite. Enjoy the fruits of your labour from your garden— your tomatoes are looking great!
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Heat getting to you, WaterBearer? Live up to your name and take a dip—whether it’s your camp or somebody else’s, it’s time to enjoy the dog days of summer with a special friend. It’s in your best interest to keep a secret. Forge ahead with your career goals and ask for what you want, because no one is going to hand anything to you on a silver platter. Be persistent. You’re worth it!
Pisces
Feeling restless, Pisces? If you are not travelling now, there’s definitely travel in your future. Play it safe while trying something new. Learn the local language or tempt your palate with something exotic and exciting. Treat yourself to a new book and get some reading done while catching some rays. Soak it all up. You may find yourself taking a friend or a youngster fishing.
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Crack of Dawn By Ashley Crompton
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The fluorescent light flickered and hummed. The shuffle of plastic slippers echoed through the musty bathroom. The man approached the mirror with a limping walk, and a five o’clock shadow that had turned to a grey eight o’clock morning scruff. His grisly face was worse than yesterday, the dark circles under his eyes sagging with defined black lines. He rubbed his worn hands up and down his face then through his greasy hair. He chewed on his fingernails, which were caked with dirt. The black dirt fell into the sink and rested there. He extended his thick hair-covered arm and breathed hard when his joints popped the air away. He grasped for his grimy toothbrush and a mangled tube of toothpaste. He held them in each hand and squeezed the middle of the tube to apply toothpaste onto the bristles. The old crusted paste rested atop the brush, and he turned the crunchy cap dried with paste back on the tube. The tap dripped with rusty water, which fell down the drain and echoed hollowly back up into the air. The faucet handle squeaked and screamed against his grip and turn. He held his brush with a tight enough grip to turn his knuckles white. The dirty water soaked the brush and paste and the brush split through his rotten breath and rolled onto his teeth. The force of the brushing could have broken the Hoover Dam, but he didn’t notice thanks to the gingivitis clearly living on the gums. The man spit his remaining paste and saliva into the sink. The colours mixed in the sink, velvet red swirling with the green mucus as they rolled down the pearly sink. The foul-smelling liquids caught some old whiskers left from weeks ago and pulled them down the sink as well. The man tossed his toothbrush back beside the sink and grabbed a hold of the floss. He pulled out a string and laced it around his fingers. He wiggled the floss between his teeth, pulling pieces of old food with it. His cigar-burned teeth were now surrounded by throbbing, bleeding gums. He ran the grainy water over his hands and splashed water over his tired, worn face. His fingers pushed into his eye sockets and rubbed them sore as, pieces of dry, crumbly pus fell into the sink, adding to the abundance of colours and textures. He reached up above the mirror and grabbed his greasy work hat. With one hand he slicked back his hair and with the other he placed the hat on. He caught a glimpse of himself in the mirror and sighed. “Men who cannot shave in a mirror cannot stand to look themselves in the eye,” he thought to himself. “What kind of man have I become?” He shuffled back out of the dingy bathroom and reached up to the mould-covered light switch. With little sound left, the lights quit humming and his slippers shuffled back to the bed.
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