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The Minutes is a weekly exploration of Thunder Bay’s City Council meetings.

Each episode features an overview of the latest meeting, plus engaging interviews with city staff and administration, providing detailed insights and perspectives beyond traditional news coverage.

“The Minutes” is presented by the City of Thunder Bay and is not politically affiliated with individual councillors.

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Host Amy Stasiewicz sits down with Shane Muir, Chief of Superior North EMS, to dive into the vital role paramedics play in keeping our community and region safe every single day.

From emergency response to behind-the-scenes coordination, this episo... more

Host Amy Stasiewicz recaps both the Growth and Quality of Life Standing Committee meetings. Robert Wark, Thunder Bay Fire Rescue’s CEMC and Division Chief of Administration, shares information about the City's Emergency Management Program.

Host Amy Stasiewicz recaps the March 17 City Council meeting. Krista Power, City Clerk and Returning Officer for the 2026 Municipal Election, stops by the Minutes studio to share insights on voting, candidate information, and how to get involved this... more

Host Amy Stasiewicz gives a recap on what happened at City Council. Jason Sherband, Manager of Solid Waste and Recycling Services, also joins the Minutes podcast studio to share updates on the Thunder Bay recycling depots and changes coming in 2026.

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Robert Wark
Division Chief of Administration and CEMC for Thunder Bay Fire Rescue
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue
Episode: March 24, 2026 - Emergency Management Program Update
Matt Miedema
Director of Engineering for the Infrastructure and Operations Department
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: February 10, 2026 - Infrastructure and Operations Update
Matt Pearson
Senior Advisor in the City's Growth Department
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: February 2, 2026 - Eye on the Street Program
Danielle Slongo
Climate Action Specialist focused on driving the NETSEER strategy for the City.
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: January 26, 2026 - Home Energy Improvement Loan Program
Jamie Taylor
CEO of the Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Thunder Bay Community Economic Development Commission
Episode: January 12, 2026 - CEDC Strategic Plan
Kevin Anderson
Acting Division Chief of Fire Prevention and Investigation
Thunder Bay Fire Rescue
Episode: Special Episode - Fire Prevention
Deanna Walker
Manager of Realty Services
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: December 1, 2025 - Opportunity Sites and Surplus Lands Proposals
Keri Greaves
Commissioner and City Treasurer for Corporate Services
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: Special Episode - November 30, 2025- 2026/27 Capital Budget
Kelly Robertson
Commissioner of Community Services
City of Thunder Bay
Episode: November 17, 2025 - Tbaytel Multiplex Operating Model

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Listeners appreciate the informative nature of the discussions, noting it helps them understand city governance without needing to sift through complex documents.
Many find the content engaging and relevant to their civic interests, enhancing their connection to local affairs.

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March 24, 2026 - Emergency Management Program Update
Q: Okay, so to start off, maybe you could explain a bit about your role with Thunder Bay Fire Rescue and how you're involved in the overall Emergency Response Plan.
Robert describes his dual role as Division Chief of Administration and CEMC, coordinating facilities and emergency management, and acting as a liaison between the municipality and the province for activating the EOC and coordinating with provincial resources.
Special Episode - Superior North EMS
Q: Okay. So what are some of the misconceptions that you deal with when it comes to your operations and the public?
Common misconceptions include thinking all calls are transfers or that EMS is just ambulance drivers; in reality, paramedics provide advanced care on scene and not every call is an emergency, with triage through MPDS determining the level of response.
Special Episode - Superior North EMS
Q: Okay, so outside of Saving Lives Every Day, what other programs is your team involved in?
The EMS team participates in community activities and recruitment events, including the Moose Medic mascot at family events and school visits to attract new entrants to the profession.
Special Episode - Superior North EMS
Q: Okay, so what area does Superior North EMS cover?
The service spans a large district, with roughly 103,000 square kilometers, covering communities from Ignace to Greenstone and north to the Hurst catchment, including Marathon and Manitoulin areas.
Special Episode - Superior North EMS
Q: Okay, so first off, can you explain a bit about your time at Superior North EMS?
Shane Muir describes his career progression from paramedic across the district, moving into management and ultimately becoming Chief, highlighting the wide coverage area and the diverse stations and roles.

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This podcast serves as a comprehensive source of information regarding the workings of Thunder Bay's City Council, offering insights into recent council meetings and community events. Each episode typically features interviews with city staff, leaders, and experts, shedding light on various civic topics such as urban development, public safety initiatives, community events, and municipal strategies. What sets this podcast apart is its focus on delivering factual, easily digestible updates that streamline the complexities of council operations into accessible formats for listeners, ultimately fostering community engagement and awareness of local governance.

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The Minutes launched 2 years ago and published 89 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Robert Wark
2. Matt Miedema
3. Matt Pearson
4. Danielle Slongo
5. Jamie Taylor
6. Kevin Anderson
7. Deanna Walker
8. Keri Greaves

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