lakebbs (lakebbs.ca, known in Chinese as 北獭) is the Chinese-language community forum for Thunder Bay, Sudbury and other northern Ontario cities, covering housing and rentals, second-hand classifieds, jobs and hiring, immigration and local life.

Which cities does it cover?

Thunder Bay, Sudbury and Barrie, each with its own boards, plus cross-city sections such as small-town immigration and a set of local guides.

I don't read Chinese — can I still use it?

The site, its navigation and its guides are available in English; the posts members write are in Chinese. Employers, landlords and local organizations are welcome to register and post — short bilingual posts work well, and machine translation handles the boards since this is a standard web forum.

Does it cost anything?

Reading is free. Posting, commenting and messaging need a free account.

lakebbs | Chinese community forum for Thunder Bay and northern Ontario

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cosmo
2025-02-03 15:48:34 EST·Jobs & immigration
Lakehead Engineering Master's PGWP Q&A
After consulting with a teacher from Lakehead University's International Student Services, I obtained information about the relationship between the length of Lakehead's engineering graduate programs and the PGWP. Here's the conclusion directly: regardless of whether engineering graduate students graduate in one or two years, they can obtain a three-year post-graduation work permit. The IRCC link is as follows: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/study-canada/work/after-graduation/about.html According to IRCC's original statement, as long as the program duration exceeds 8 months, it is sufficient. The program duration is
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工作小助手
2025-02-06 01:22:38 EST·Jobs & immigration
Every job seeker should prepare these interview questions in advance: BQ
BQ questions in interviews refer to Behavioral Questions. These questions aim to predict your future performance at work by understanding your past behaviors and experiences. BQ questions usually revolve around specific situations, asking you to describe concrete examples that demonstrate your abilities, attitudes, and problem-solving approaches. 1 Common forms of BQ questions BQ questions typically appear in the following forms: "Please give an example of when you... (a specific situation)." "Describe a time when you... (a challenge encountered / an achievement)." "How did you... (handle a problem / collaborate with a team)?" BQ questions are
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Fredr1ke
2025-02-02 22:50:58 EST·Jobs & immigration
The underlying logic and subtext of Canadian interview questions
The underlying logic of Canadian interview questions, bookmark for later
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Yukin
2025-01-09 12:38:04 EST·Jobs & immigration
Binance US is hiring interns
Binance US is hiring interns, with positions in PM, QA, and accounting departments. Requirements: currently enrolled as a student in Canada, either undergraduate or graduate. Job link: https://bamus.bamboohr.com/careers
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-06 14:00:14 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Canada Immigration Daily Briefing | 2026-08-06
Canada invites French-speaking Express Entry candidates to apply for permanent residence - CIC News (IRCC Updates); IRCC releases latest score distribution of candidates in the Express Entry pool - CIC News (IRCC Updates); Ontario opens new permanent residence pathway intake - CIC News (IRCC Updates). A roundup of updates on Canadian immigration policy, invitation rounds, and application processes.
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-06 12:15:06 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Express Entry Round 433 · French category | Minimum score 391
Express Entry Round 433: French category, 5,000 invitations, minimum CRS 391, draw date 2026-08-06.
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Barrie工作信息助手
2026-08-06 11:30:15 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Barrie Today's Job Listings | August 6 | 5 positions total
King Valley Golf Club - Now Hiring for Fall 2026! | Company: ClubLink | Location: King City, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from LinkedIn. Groundskeeper | Company: Elexicon Energy Inc. | Location: Ajax, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from LinkedIn. Crew Member | Company: Chipotle Mexican Grill | Location: Concord, Ontario
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Sudbury工作信息助手
2026-08-06 10:30:16 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Sudbury Today's Job Listings | August 6 | 5 positions total
Industrial Sewer | Company: Northern Uniform Service | Location: Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Source: LinkedIn. Surveyor | Company: Caron Equipment Inc. | Location: Val Caron, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Source: LinkedIn. Industrial Custodian – Full-time | Company: Northern Uniform Service | Location: Greate
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Thunder Bay工作信息助手
2026-08-06 10:03:03 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Thunder Bay Today's Job Listings | August 6 | 26 listings total
Full-time Assistant - 7102 Thunder Bay | Company: The Home Depot Canada | Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from LinkedIn. $31.00/hour office cleaning. Must be reliable and have a car | Company: Employer not disclosed | Location: Thunder Bay | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from Kijiji. Service attendant (part-time) [RCIP designated employer] | Company: City of Thunder Bay | Location: Thu
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-05 14:00:12 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Canada Immigration Daily Briefing | 2026-08-05
IRCC finds self-employed PR pathway 'no longer fit for purpose' - CIC News (IRCC Updates); Provincial nominees invited in first Express Entry draw of August - CIC News (IRCC Updates); Canadian Experience Class candidates invited to apply for permanent residence - CIC News (IRCC Updates). A roundup of Canadian immigration policy, invitation rounds, and application process updates.
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Barrie工作信息助手
2026-08-05 11:30:22 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Barrie Today's Job Listings | August 5 | 19 in total
Infant hand | Company: Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes | Location: Brampton, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Chief Engineer | Company: Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes | Location: Brampton, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Crew member
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Sudbury工作信息助手
2026-08-05 10:30:28 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Sudbury Today's Job Listings | August 5 | 15 positions total
Tour Guide | Company: Dynacare | Location: Greater Sudbury Metropolitan Area | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Physiotherapist | Company: Health Sciences North/Horizon Santé-Nord | Location: Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Information Technology Support Technician | Company: City of Greater Sudbury | Location:
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-05 10:15:04 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Express Entry Round 432 · Canadian Experience Class (CEC) | Minimum score 516
Express Entry Round 432: Canadian Experience Class (CEC), 3,000 invitations issued, minimum CRS 516, draw date 2026-08-05.
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Thunder Bay工作信息助手
2026-08-05 10:01:54 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Thunder Bay Today's Job Listings | August 5 | 26 Listings Total
Fort William Historical Park General Manager | Company: Ontario Public Service Leadership | Leadership dans la fonction publique de l’Ontario | Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Landscape Worker | Company: Employer not disclosed | Location: Thunder Bay | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from Kijiji. Zoning Examiner [RCIP Designated Employer] | Public
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-04 14:00:13 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Canada Immigration Daily Briefing | 2026-08-04
Provincial nominees invited in first Express Entry draw of August - CIC News (IRCC Updates); My American parents never had Canadian passports. Can I still apply for Canadian citizenship? - CIC News (IRCC Updates); Seven things you may not know about Canadian passports - CIC News (IRCC Updates). A roundup of Canadian immigration policy, invitation rounds, and application process updates.
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Barrie工作信息助手
2026-08-04 11:30:20 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Barrie Today's Job Postings | August 4 | 11 in total
Construction Project Coordinator | Company: Linesteel (1973) Limited | Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Source: LinkedIn. Elementary Long-Term Occasional (LTO) 80% Primary Prep Coverage | Company: York Region District School Board | Location: Keswick, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Source: LinkedIn. Manufacturing Manager | Company: Wolf Steel Lt
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Sudbury工作信息助手
2026-08-04 10:30:27 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Sudbury Today's Job Listings | August 4 | 20 Listings Total
Range Keeper | Company: Black & McDonald Limited | Location: Burwash, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Barista - Store# 56867, 555 BARRY DOWNE ROAD | Company: Starbucks | Location: Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Laborer | Company: AIM KENNY U-PULL
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-04 10:15:04 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Express Entry Round 431 · Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) | Minimum score 768
Express Entry Round 431: Provincial Nominee Program (PNP), 507 invitations issued, minimum CRS 768, draw date 2026-08-04.
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Thunder Bay工作信息助手
2026-08-04 10:02:15 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Thunder Bay Today's Job Listings | August 4 | 26 Listings
Ramp Agent (Station Attendant) - Airport - Full-time - Active Recruitment | Company: Air Canada | Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Event Coordinator | Company: Employer not disclosed | Location: Thunder Bay | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from Kijiji. Service Attendant (Part-time) [RCIP Designated Employer] | Company: City of Thunder Bay | Location: Thunder Bay, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed
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北獭
2026-08-03 21:43:18 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Thunder Bay RCIP for PR, lakebbs Chinese guide is now live
Thunder Bay RCIP Chinese guide is now live: 440+ designated employers, 50 points to enter the pool with monthly draws, local graduates exempt from work experience. Daily job posts now include RCIP designated employer tags.
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Barrie工作信息助手
2026-08-03 11:30:18 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Barrie Today's Job Listings | August 3 | 12 positions total
Long-Term Occasional (LTO) 100% Grade 7/8 Homeroom Teacher with Visual Arts Prep | Company: York Region District School Board | Location: Keswick, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Painter, Construction | Company: Roll On Painting | Location: Barrie, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Salaried Family Physician for the Lake District | Company: Menlo
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Sudbury工作信息助手
2026-08-03 10:30:20 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Sudbury Today's Job Listings | August 3 | 11 in total
Underground Field Service Technician - FIFO - Red Lake | Company: Komatsu | Location: Lively, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from LinkedIn. Director of Finance and Administration | Company: Thiess | Location: Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Info from LinkedIn. Heavy Duty Mechanic | Company: Bird Construction | Location: Greater Sudbury, Ontario, Canada
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Thunder Bay工作信息助手
2026-08-03 10:02:02 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Thunder Bay Today's Job Listings | August 3 | 26 Listings
Full-Time Associate - 7102 Thunder Bay | Company: The Home Depot Canada | Location: Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from LinkedIn. Looking for Day Laborer $23 per hour | Company: Employer not disclosed | Location: Thunder Bay | Salary: Not disclosed | Information from Kijiji. Club Clerk (Part-Time) | Company: City of Thunder Bay | Location: Thunder Bay, Canada | Salary
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加拿大移民资讯助手
2026-08-02 14:00:14 EDT·Jobs & immigration
Canada Immigration Daily Briefing | 2026-08-02
Newfoundland and Labrador issues provincial immigration invitations to 445 candidates - CIC News (IRCC Updates); these are the relatives that can support your citizenship application by descent, and those that cannot - CIC News (IRCC Updates); adopted by a Canadian citizen? Here's how citizenship by descent can work for you - CIC News (IRCC Updates). A roundup of Canadian immigration policy, invitation rounds, and application process updates.
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About lakebbs · FAQ
What is lakebbs?
lakebbs (lakebbs.ca, known in Chinese as 北獭) is the Chinese-language community forum for Thunder Bay, Sudbury and other northern Ontario cities, covering housing and rentals, second-hand classifieds, jobs and hiring, immigration and local life.
Which cities does it cover?
Thunder Bay, Sudbury and Barrie, each with its own boards, plus cross-city sections such as small-town immigration and a set of local guides.
I don't read Chinese — can I still use it?
The site, its navigation and its guides are available in English; the posts members write are in Chinese. Employers, landlords and local organizations are welcome to register and post — short bilingual posts work well, and machine translation handles the boards since this is a standard web forum.
Does it cost anything?
Reading is free. Posting, commenting and messaging need a free account.
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