Nearest emergency department
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre
Hospital
About 1 km away
- Emergency Department
- Palliative Care
- Outpatient Rehabilitation
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Long Term Care
Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge
54Developing750 Tungsten St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6R1, Canada
4.7(9 reviews)Long Term Care
SalonPool or spa
WaitlistavailabilityPlacement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, not by contacting the home directly.
Last updated September 2026
About This Community
Pioneer Ridge is a long-term care facility operated by the City of Thunder Bay with 150 beds. The home uses the Butterfly Approach, an emotion-based care model that prioritizes residents' emotional needs and individuality.
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Pioneer Ridge is a municipally operated long-term care home with 150 beds.
The facility was the first in Thunder Bay and Northwestern Ontario to adopt the Butterfly Approach, an emotion-based care model that engages residents in the present moment and enriches their daily lives based on their unique preferences and life stories.
Pioneer Ridge has been accredited by the Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation. It is a Best Practice Spotlight Organization partner with RNAO, demonstrating commitment to evidence-based practices in resident care.
Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed September 2026.
Pricing at Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge
Pricing
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Long Term Care
A starting price usually covers the suite, meals, housekeeping and activities. Care is added on top as needs grow, so ask for an all-in quote in writing.
How placement works
Applying for long-term care
This is a long-term care home, so you can't book a room directly. Placement is arranged through Ontario Health atHome, which confirms eligibility and manages the waiting list for the homes you choose.
- 1A care coordinator confirms that long-term care is the right level of care and that you're eligible.
- 2You pick the homes you'd like, and your name is added to each home's waiting list.
- 3When a bed opens and you're next in line, the home offers it to you.
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Who This Community Is Best For
Ideal For
- Seniors requiring long-term care
- Residents with Alzheimer's disease and dementia
- Individuals needing restorative care and rehabilitation
Consider Alternatives For
- Active or largely independent seniors
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Hospitals & healthcare nearby
The nearest emergency department and senior-focused healthcare, with approximate straight-line distances. These are public facilities near Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge, not services it provides or is affiliated with.
Senior-focused healthcare
St. Joseph's Care Group
Rehabilitation and continuing care hospital
About 3.3 km away
- Specialized Geriatric Services
- Geriatric Outpatient Clinic
- Geriatric Rehabilitation
- Stroke Rehabilitation
Facility and service details come from Ontario Health atHome and the Ontario Ministry of Health. Call 911 in an emergency.
Care Services
- Quality nursing care
- Life enrichment programs
- Balanced nutrition
- Social and spiritual opportunities
- Restorative care and rehabilitation
Amenities
- Industrial kitchen
- Fire protection and detection system
- Two therapeutic parks in secure area
- Link to Jasper Place Supportive Housing complex
- Junior day care centre (45 spaces)
- Four resident care floors
- Hair care area
- Restorative care and rehabilitation area
- Coffee shop
- Auditorium
- Sensory room
- Resident laundry area
Key Features
- Butterfly Approach emotion-based care model
- Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation
- Best Practice Spotlight Organization
- Smoke-free environment
- Innovative care design
Google Reviews
4.7
9 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Kay
9 months ago · via Google
LOVE the new bright colours and the Nursery room etc. keep up the great work Pioneer Ridge Staff.
Mary Poos
a year ago · via Google
Sounds GREAT 👍😸
P Greck
2 years ago · via Google
Couldn't ask for better people and care ...#1, like family. Thank you all.
Summary of Google Reviews
Summarized by Senior Care Path from Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge's Google rating and recent reviews. Confirm specifics with the community.
Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge holds an excellent 4.7-star rating across 9 Google reviews. Recent reviewers most often highlight caring, attentive staff and warm, welcoming community.
Most common praise
- Caring, attentive staff
- Warm, welcoming community
ThemesStaff & careAtmosphere
Google reviews and rating refreshed September 2026.
54/ 100
Confidence Score
Developing
Our 100-point confidence rating
Trust 48/60Verified 6/40
Senior Care Path gives Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge an SCP Confidence Score of 54/100 (Developing), our 100-point trust rating. How we calculate it.
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Location
750 Tungsten St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6R1, Canada, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 6R1
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