Looking for appropriate shoes for Thunder Bay hiking

Hello people, I am looking for a good pair of shoes to go hiking around Thunder Bay. I am a beginner and want to go for some hikes this fall and walks in trails. I want to challenge myself by doing intermediate hikes or trails. Based on what I read, trail running shoes seem to be the choice. But I want to know what people in TBay are wearing :) please enlighten me !!

I do not plan on hiking in really cold conditions. I am just not sure about the terrains around here.