# The Stories Behind North Bay's Centennial Heritage Map

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Podcast: [The Backroads Bill Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-backroads-bill-podcast-6610086)
Published: 2026-06-24T14:13:18+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Backroads Bill, Bill shares the story behind the North Bay Centennial Heritage Map, a special project created to highlight 100 years of North Bay history. He walks through the stories, landmarks, waterways, railways, military history, and community moments that helped shape the city. From the evolution of North Bay's waterfront to its role as a transportation hub and gateway to the North, this episode looks at how the city has changed while still holding onto its roots. 0:00 – Intro 4:25 – How the Map Project Came Together 11:31 – North Bay's Origins, Railways & Early Growth 17:44 – The Transformation of North Bay's Waterfront 28:19 – The Process of Creating a Heritage Map

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