Lakehead University's original campus is located in the City of Thunder Bay. Lakehead University is situated in the heart of the city and is located minutes away from all the amenities and services you need.
Our Hometown Facts
- 123,200+ population
- 90-minute flight to Toronto Pearson International Airport with 4 major airlines
- Distance to the Marina and Downtown Restaurants: 3.7 km
- Thunder Bay Transit: Two city bus routes service campus, so you can travel to grocery stores, the movie theatre, shopping centres, and downtown restaurants easily.
Tips for Getting to Know Thunder Bay:
Must-Try Places to Eat: Local fresh produce, baked goods and more at the Thunder Country Market, Persian Man for a Persian (Thunder Bay delicacy), The Madhouse, The Foundry, Sovereign Room, The Growing Season, Thai Kitchen, Indian Bistro, Island Spice Jerk House, Famous Tandoor, Rebel Salad, Prime Gelato
Must-See Sites: Hillcrest Park, Kakabeka Falls, Ouimet Canyon, Sleeping Giant, Thunder Bay Marina Waterfront, Mount McKay Lookout, Eagle Canyon suspension bridge, Fort William Historical Park
Must-Try Outside: Hiking at Sleeping Giant Provincial Park (Canada’s 7 Wonders!), Fat Biking at Centennial Park, Ice Fishing, Lake Superior by Sailboat, Seek out the Northern Lights
Celebrate Cultures: Attend a Pow Wow at Fort William First Nation, Go to Festival of India, Festa Italiana, Canada Day, Folklore Festival, Holi and Gaura Purnima, Eid at the Thunder Bay Masjid, Chinese New Year, Take a Latin Dancing Class
Best Shopping Spots: Bay & Algoma Neighbourhood, Downtown Port Arthur, Intercity Shopping Centre, Thunder Centre
Best Ways to Enjoy Winter: Ice-skating on Lake Tamblyn or at the Marina, Snowshoeing, Downhill Skiing at Mount Baldy or Loch Lomond, Cross-Country Skiing at Lappe or Kamview, Ice Fishing, Ice Climbing
Learn more about the City of Thunder Bay
The City of Orillia is located in central Ontario’s beautiful lake country, the scenic and charming getaway for the Greater Toronto Area. Here you'll benefit from a smaller town community, while being on the cusp of Canada's largest city.
Our Hometown Facts
- 33,400+ population
- 200+ km of walking and biking trails
- 90-minute drive to Toronto, Ontario's capital city and Canada's largest metropolitan area
- Located at the junction between Lake Simcoe & Lake Couchiching
- Get around with Orillia Transit
Tips for Getting to Know Orillia:
Best Downtown Treats: Mariposa Market, Apple Annie's
Best Nature Getaway: Scout Valley, Lake Couchiching Beach Park
Best Food: Brewery Bay, Kenzington Burger Bar, Rustica Pizza Vino, Thai Plate, Shine Plant-Based Kitchen
Best Downtown Shops: Manticore Books, Alleycats Music & Art
Best Discount Shopping: Costco
Best Historic Building: The Opera House
Best City Festivals: Mariposa Folk FestivalLearn more about the City of Orillia
Even before you arrive at Lakehead, you can begin to get to know the city and the campus you'll call home. Find out about the popular hang-outs, the scenic sites that students love, or favourite study spots...so you're ready to explore it all when you arrive.
