Thunder Bay Pioneer Ridge
53Developing750 Tungsten St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6R1, Canada, Thunder Bay, Ontario
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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Senior Care Path Summary
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.
Staff-to-resident ratio: awaiting confirmation
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Editorial summary by Senior Care Path based on verified listing data, last reviewed 2026-07-07.
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, fully independent seniors who don't need support
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Google Reviews
View all on Google4.7
9 Google reviews
Most recent reviews
Kay
6 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
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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
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
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Key Features
- Butterfly Approach emotion-based care model
- Canadian Council on Health Services Accreditation
- Best Practice Spotlight Organization
- Smoke-free environment
- Innovative care design
Location
750 Tungsten St, Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6R1, Canada, Thunder Bay, Ontario P7B 6R1
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