Construction Leads in Thunder Bay (2026): Open Projects for Every Trade
Thunder Bay has open projects for 26 trades in Builtie's permit feed. On October 9, 2026 the largest was painting, with 93 projects still inside its award window. The data is the City of Thunder Bay's own building permits; Builtie estimates each project's stage and attaches the builder or general contractor with a verified decision maker.
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Open projects in Thunder Bay, by trade
Each trade is counted separately, because each is bought at a different stage of the build. Trades are listed in the order they are usually awarded, from site work to finishes; the award window is how far through the build that contract is usually decided.
| Trade | Projects in the award window | Permitted in the last 90 days | Award window |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excavation and Site Work | 19 | 19 | Before construction starts |
| Construction Site Security | 63 | 40 | Before the start to 15% |
| Concrete and Foundation | 34 | 34 | Before the start to 5% |
| Structural Steel | 47 | 43 | 0% to 15% |
| Elevators | 18 | 11 | 0% to 20% |
| Framing | 60 | 49 | 0% to 20% |
| Painting | 93 | 56 | 5% to 35% |
| Masonry | 70 | 51 | 10% to 30% |
| Waterproofing | 76 | 52 | 10% to 35% |
| Roofing | 77 | 53 | 15% to 35% |
| Windows, Doors and Glazing | 81 | 57 | 15% to 35% |
| Electrical | 87 | 50 | 20% to 45% |
| HVAC and Mechanical | 87 | 50 | 20% to 45% |
| Plumbing | 86 | 49 | 20% to 45% |
| Fire Protection | 65 | 27 | 25% to 50% |
| Signage and Wayfinding | 60 | 15 | 25% to 70% |
| Insulation | 63 | 20 | 30% to 55% |
| Drywall | 76 | 17 | 35% to 60% |
| Low Voltage and Data | 74 | 15 | 35% to 60% |
| Tile | 60 | 6 | 45% to 65% |
| Cabinetry and Millwork | 58 | 5 | 50% to 70% |
| Flooring | 60 | 7 | 50% to 70% |
| Countertops | 56 | 1 | 55% to 75% |
| Finish Carpentry | 56 | 1 | 55% to 75% |
| Appliances and Equipment | 54 | 0 | 65% to 90% |
| Landscaping | 54 | 0 | 65% to 90% |
The ten trades with the most open projects in Thunder Bay, read October 9, 2026.
What sells early and what sells late in Thunder Bay
Early trades (excavation and site work, site security, concrete, structural steel, elevator) need projects permitted recently, before the structure goes up. Late trades (cabinetry, flooring, countertop, finish carpentry, appliance and equipment) are bought from projects permitted a year or more ago that are only now reaching the finishes, so their counts lean on the older permits.
The broadest trade count in Thunder Bay covers 70 new buildings and 27 renovations or alterations. Most open work is new construction, so builders and developers are the buyers to reach.
What the Thunder Bay data covers
The data is Thunder Bay's own building permits. Neighbouring cities issue their own permits and are not in this count.
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Plans
Builtie's Starter plan is $79 per seat per month (CAD) for 20 projects; Growth is $99 for 50 projects and adds the LinkedIn and email outreach you run yourself. Opening a project spends one credit, and the decision makers, emails, phones and AI call script inside it are included. Your monthly credits reset at each renewal, and extra credit packs are valid for 30 days. The free trial runs 7 days with 10 projects. Custom, where Builtie's team runs the outreach for you, starts from CAD $1,500 a month on top of a Growth seat.
Builtie's deepest coverage is in the Greater Toronto Area, where it started; depth in any city depends on what that municipality publishes. Ask for live sample projects in your own service area before you buy.
Permits issued in Thunder Bay: the June 2026 report; by building type: new residential construction, residential renovation, commercial renovation.
Frequently asked questions
Which trades have the most open construction projects in Thunder Bay?
On October 9, 2026: painting, 93 projects; electrical, 87 projects; HVAC, 87 projects; plumbing, 86 projects; window, door and glazing, 81 projects.
Where does Builtie get Thunder Bay construction leads?
From the City of Thunder Bay's building permits. Builtie estimates each project's stage, keeps the ones still inside each trade's award window and attaches the builder or general contractor with a verified decision maker.
Does the Thunder Bay count include nearby cities?
No. It counts the City of Thunder Bay only. Neighbouring municipalities issue their own permits.
When should I contact a builder in Thunder Bay?
It depends on the trade. Site work and concrete are bought before or at the start of construction; framing, steel and windows in the first fifth of the build; mechanical, electrical and plumbing at about 20% to 45%; drywall and finishes after that; landscaping and appliances near the end.
What does Builtie cost?
Starter is $79 per seat per month for 20 projects; Growth is $99 for 50 projects and adds LinkedIn and email outreach. There is a 7-day free trial with 10 projects.