Proud Thunder Bay East Enders Outraged as BBC's "EastEnders" Claims East End Title

THUNDER BAY, ON — The hardworking and proud residents of Thunder Bay's East End have found themselves embroiled in a heated dispute with the popular British soap opera "EastEnders." The show, which has been a staple on the BBC for decades, recently came under fire from the self-proclaimed Thunder Bay EastEnders, who vehemently claim that they were the original east enders and have a bone to pick with their across-the-pond counterparts.

With the kind of seriousness usually reserved for high-stakes diplomatic negotiations, the Thunder Bay EastEnders have taken to the streets, waving banners and demanding justice for what they perceive as a direct assault on their local identity. Bob McGillicutty, a lifelong resident of Thunder Bay's East End, addressed the media while clutching a homemade "East End OG" sign.

"We've had enough of this blatant cultural appropriation!" exclaimed McGillicutty, his voice filled with righteous indignation. "We were the original east enders, and now these British chaps have the audacity to claim the title? It's preposterous! Our heritage and our place in history are being stolen right before our very eyes.”

Indeed, Thunder Bay's East Enders have long taken pride in their unique culture, which they believe has been shaped by years of braving the Canadian winters and battling mosquitoes the size of small cars. Their claim to the east end title is based on the fact that Thunder Bay is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Superior, thereby making the East End the true easternmost part of the city.

When news of the Thunder Bay EastEnders' protest reached the show's producers, they seemed bewildered by the controversy. The executive producer of "EastEnders," Nigel Kensington-Smythe, offered a diplomatic response in a statement released to the press. "We at 'EastEnders' had no intention of infringing on Thunder Bay's unique identity," Kensington-Smythe explained. "We thought we were simply paying homage to the East End of London, which has its own rich history and cultural significance.”

However, the Thunder Bay EastEnders were not appeased by this explanation. They argue that their cultural contribution far outweighs that of their British counterparts. They proudly point to their annual East End Poutine Festival, which celebrates the iconic Canadian dish smothered in cheese curds and gravy—a true symbol of Thunder Bay's unique flavour.

Despite the Thunder Bay EastEnders' passionate stance, it remains to be seen whether their fight for recognition will have any impact on the popular BBC show.

In the meantime, Thunder Bay's East End residents will continue to rally around their cause, eager to defend their position as the original east enders. Whether the British soap opera will take notice and appease these outraged locals remains uncertain, but one thing is for sure: the proud people of Thunder Bay's East End won't rest until their claim to the east end title is recognized, worldwide.