North Bay, Ontario

North Bay ({{coor dm|46|32|N|79|46|W|}}, time zone EST) is a city in Northeastern Ontario, Canada (2001 population 52,771). North Bay takes its name from its position on the shore of Lake Nipissing, and covers an area of 314.92 square kilometres. It is the seat of Nipissing District.

Economy

North Bay is economically diverse compared to most other Northern Ontario communities, although a large percentage of the city's jobs are public sector in nature with education and government dominating the list of the city's top employers.

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North Bay is the home of Nipissing University, founded in 1992, and of Canadore College, founded in 1967. Approximately 7000 full-time students are enrolled at the two post-secondary institutions, which share a campus in the west end of the city.

Related Topics:
Nipissing University - 1992 - Canadore College - 1967

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North Bay is the site of CFB North Bay (22 Wing), a North American Aerospace Defense Command control center, with operations taking place inside a facility located deep underground, similar to, but on a much smaller scale than, the famous Cheyenne Mountain base in Colorado. Although historically 22 Wing was a sizable operation, today it employs approximately 500 personel.

Related Topics:
CFB North Bay - North American Aerospace Defense Command - Cheyenne Mountain

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The service industry, tourism and manufacturing also play a significant role in the city's economy.

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In recent years the city has gained prominence as the hub of arts and culture in Northern Ontario due to its vibrant community of artists, musicians, actors and writers. North Bay's reputation as a sophisticated university town, desirable retirement community and four season vacation destination continues to grow.

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