Victoriaville: Phase 3 - Construction

Project Overview

The City of Thunder Bay is moving forward with Phase 3 of the Reimagine Victoriaville project. This will include the removal of the Victoriaville Centre and the revitalization of Victoria and Syndicate Avenues into a modern, multi-corridor, with vibrant public spaces. Construction is scheduled to begin in Spring 2025, with building renovations and the deconstruction of the Victoriaville, followed by the reconstruction of Victoria Avenue by Fall 2026, and completion of landscape and plazas by summer 2027.

Construction Update - August 7, 2025

Victoriaville Closure Notice

Victoriaville Centre officially closed to the public on July 18, 2025.

Temporary maps showing alternate routes to nearby businesses are posted at all entrances and key locations around Victoriaville to help guide visitors.

What’s Happening Now

• All entrances to the mall are now closed, except for the parkade skywalk, which remains open to provide accessible access to the Civic Centre.

• Demolition of Victoriaville Centre begins on August 11, 2025, starting at Victoria Avenue and Archibald Street and moving east toward Syndicate Avenue.

• Crews will be working extended hours from 7 am - 7 pm, following City noise by-laws.

Over the coming weeks, major work will take place, including:

• Removing the roof (superstructure)

• Tearing down the second-floor mezzanine

• Removing the skywalk

• Breaking up the mall floor (slab)

Safety Reminder
Please follow all posted signs and stay out of fenced or closed areas.

Area Maps & Parking:

Please review the Temporary Business Access Map for alternative business access during construction. These alternative accesses are expected to remain in effect until October 31, 2026.

The City of Thunder Bay is offering 2-hour complimentary on-street parking until December 31, 2027, throughout the city. Drivers may pay for an extended parking session for up to an additional 2 hours. Short term metre rates are in effect Monday to Saturday, from 9 am to 6 pm, free on Sunday. For more information, visit the City's Parking page.

Please note that while McKellar Mall access is adjacent to Centennial Square, parking in this lot restricted to patrons of Centennial Square businesses. The parkade, the courthouse parking lot & street parking remain available for public parking.

Business updates:

• Civic Centre: To access the City services within the Civic Centre, please use the south McKellar entrance, adjacent to Centennial Square. The accessible ramp remains the skywalk, located at the 2^nd floor or the parkade.
• St. Joseph’s Care Group: entrance has relocated from Victoria Ave. & Archibald St., to within McKellar Mall. Please access via the South McKellar mall entrance, adjacent to Centennial Square.
• All businesses within Victoriaville Centre are operational throughout construction.
• Centennial Square and all businesses within are fully operational throughout construction
• Tammy’s Alterations: has relocated to South McKellar Mall. Please refer to the Temporary Business Access Map.

Victoriaville and Area Virtual Tour Rendering

Take a virtual tour of the future Victoriaville Civic Centre and area, with this fly-through rendering, showcasing its design, key features, and reimagined spaces.

Updated images will be available throughout the process to help the community visualize the transformation as it unfolds. These visual tools will showcase key design elements, public spaces, and streetscape improvements. Check back regularly for the latest visuals and project insights.

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