After a long winter and significant snowfall, the City of Timmins is calling on the community to help clean up what’s been left behind. The City’s Adopt-a-Block Community Cleanup Days are back on Friday, May 22 and Saturday, May 23, 2026. Residents, local businesses, and schools can adopt a block of space around their neighbourhood, workplace, playground, trail system, or other public space to help remove litter revealed by the spring melt. Building on the success of previous years, the initiative continues to grow. Last spring, approximately 30 teams and 80 individuals participated by adopting-a-block. As residents take pride in shared spaces, the community feels rejuvenated. “When the snow melts, there’s often a lot of litter left behind,” said Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager. “Something as simple as working together to pick up waste can make a big difference. Clean public spaces support community health, boost well-being, and encourage people to spend more time outdoors.” Registration opens May 4, 2026. The City will provide cleanup kits with gloves and garbage bags to registered teams upon request. Environmental Services will collect the garbage cleaned up on May 22 and 23. Each team will be assigned a designated drop-off location to ensure efficient pick-up by City staff. The City’s annual Residential Curbside Bulk Item Collection Program also happens in May. Between May 11 and May 25, 2026 residents can dispose of large, bulky items that are not accepted through regular waste collection. The program includes one free load of residential household waste per property at the Deloro Landfill Site during the same dates. Leaf and yard waste collection also runs May 11 – May 25, 2026, when Public Works will deploy a dump truck and chipper along residential streets to mulch branches, tree trimmings, and organic plant material from gardening and yard maintenance. For more information on Adopt-a-Block Community Cleanup Days, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_management/adopt-a-_block_timmins_-_community_cleanup
As climate-related events become more and more common, the City of Timmins is taking proactive steps to build resilience and improve climate adaptation. The new Climate Safe Communities Toolkit is a practical and community-focused resource designed to help residents, organizations, and educational institutions become local Climate Champions to prepare for the growing impacts of climate change. The Toolkit focuses on four primary local climate risks identified in the City’s Community Climate Change Adaptation Plan (CCAP): extreme heat, flooding, wildfire smoke, and other emergencies such as intense storms that can impact health, infrastructure, and the local economy. Climate describes long-term, year-over-year weather patterns and trends. Climate change happens when those patterns or trends begin to shift, leading to more frequent and intense events such as heat waves, increased flooding, and severe storms. These changes can have significant consequences on health and safety, infrastructure and homes, and local business and industry. The Climate Safe Communities Toolkit equips residents with practical tools and strategies to respond to these challenges. It also introduces the concept of Community Climate Champions who are empowered to take action and help strengthen Timmins’ ability to adapt. Become a Community Climate Champion by completing the action checklist! Use this practical tool to take simple yet meaningful climate actions that strengthen sustainability and resilience in Timmins. As you check off each action, you’ll be making a real impact. Need guidance? Each category includes a dedicated page with supporting actions to help you achieve your goals! “Protecting our environment starts at the community level,” says Christina Beaton, Manager of Environmental Compliance and Sustainability. “Earth Day is the perfect time to encourage residents and local organizations to work collaboratively and take practical steps to better prepare for climate risks.” For Timmins, climate adaptation means preparing for increasing risks by upgrading infrastructure, improving emergency preparedness, and supporting residents with easy-to-follow guidance. The toolkit offers strategies for households, businesses, schools and community organizations. For example, as we head into the seasonal melt and face an increased risk of flooding, residents are encouraged to: • Follow local flood alerts from the Mattagami Regional Conservation Authority (MRCA) • Create a household emergency plan and build a 72-hour emergency kit • Review household infrastructure and install sump pumps and backwater valves to reduce the risk of basement flooding “The Climate Safe Communities Toolkit is a starting point for collective action,” adds Beaton. “By working together, Timmins can build a stronger, safer, and more climate-resilient future.” To access the toolkit and learn more, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/environment___sustainability/climate_safe_community
To ensure your correct school support designation is provided to Elections Ontario in time for the next municipal and school board elections on October 26, 2026, it should be reviewed and, if needed, updated by June 1, 2026. While Elections Ontario maintains the Permanent Register of Electors in Ontario for provincial, municipal, and school board elections, MPAC (Municipal Property Assessment Corporation) is legislatively responsible for collecting school support designation information. What is school support? Whether you own or rent your home, your property is linked to a school board – even if you don’t have children or your children aren’t currently attending school. While you’re not required to make a designation, you do have the option to choose which school board you support. If you don’t make a choice, your support will default to the English-Public school board. How to update school support designations Property owners can change their school support designation online using MPAC AboutMyProperty™ or the online portal for tenants. To get started, choose the option that applies to you: I am a property owner I am a tenant A step-by-step guide is available in English or French. Please note: Registration may take up to 24 hours to activate. You can submit a paper Application for Direction of School Support form in English or French and mail or email it to MPAC. To learn more or update a school support designation, visit mpac.ca/schoolsupport.
Timmins’ 2026 municipal election is taking place October 26, 2026. If you are interested in running for the office of Mayor, Councillor, or School Board Trustee, the nomination period officially opens May 1, 2026 and will close on August 21, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Beginning May 1, nomination packages can be picked up at Service Timmins in City Hall during regular business hours, Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Interested candidates can file their nomination with Service Timmins between May 1, 2026 up to and including Nomination Day on August 21, 2026 between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. A nomination must be signed by the candidate and filed in person or by an agent and accompanied by the filing fee: $200 for Mayor, $100 for Members of Council and School Board Trustees. A $206 deposit is also required as per City of Timmins User Fee By-law No. 2025-9260. The fees can be paid via cash, debit, certified cheque or money order made payable to the City of Timmins. All residents can use Elections Ontario’s Voter Registration site to verify that they are on the municipal Voter’s List. Visit vreg.registertovoteon.ca/en/home if you have moved or changed address after 2022 to make changes as necessary. For more information on this year’s municipal election, including running for council, how to check your eligibility for office and file a nomination, please visit Timmins.ca under Elections. You can also download Ontario’s latest 2026 Voters’ and Candidates’ Guides. Visit: www.timmins.ca/elections.
File No. Z-2026-03 5627-050-024-00700 NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING RE: PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Monday, May 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, to gather public input regarding a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P. 13, as amended. Applicant: Marissa Badilla-Bitagon (MB Estates Corporation) Location: Plan M-33-S, Lot 160, Parcel 269 WAT (285 Pine Street South) THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned General Commercial (EA-CG) to Residential Third Density (NA-R3) SP6.202 to permit all uses in the Residential Third Density (NA-R3) zone. The intent of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to facilitate the conversion of the main-floor commercial space within the two-storey building to a residential use, resulting in a total of three residential units. There is an existing second floor residential dwelling unit and an existing residential basement unit. To permit the existing basement residential unit, the applicant received Committee of Adjustment approval via Decision No. 24-50 on May 13, 2024, to reduce the required number of parking spaces from one (1) to zero (0). The applicant is also seeking relief from the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100 with regards to special provisions for the following: reduce the minimum lot frontage for three residential units in the NA-R3 zone from 18.2 metres to 9.10 metres; reduce the minimum lot area from 285 square metres to 278.70 square metres; reduce the front yard setback from 7.5 metres to 0 metres; reduce the north interior side yard setback from 1.8 metres to 1.06 metres; reduce the south interior side yard setback from 3.0 metres to 2.00 metres; and reduce the required number of parking spaces from two (2) to zero (0). ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment. If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council of the City of Timmins to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision. If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so. Please note that the rights of third parties to appeal Zoning By-law Amendment decisions to the Ontario Land Tribunal have been restricted under the Planning Act. If you wish to be notified of the decision of the City of Timmins on the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to Steph Palmateer, City Clerk, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3. For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, contact the Planning Division, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3, telephone number 705-360-2624 or via email. Dated at the City of Timmins, this 16th day of April, 2026. Under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and in accordance with Ontario’s Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), all written submissions, documents, deputations, correspondence, emails or other communications (including name and address) provided for, or at a public meeting, public consultation, or other public process are considered part of the public record. Please note that by submitting any of this information, consent is being provided to use and disclose this information as part of the Planning process.
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Watermain Break Repair within the following area: Schumacher: • Croatia Ave. between Ponderosa St. to Claimpost Trail • Brundy Ave. between Claimpost Trail to Delost Ave. Date and Time of Disruption: • April 22, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM Homeowners and businesses within the notification area may experience short-term loss in water & pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water during the disruption. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to finish. Once the work is completed, turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal. Environmental Service Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this emergency work.
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Water Valve Repair within the following area: Timmins South: • Moneta Ave. between Spruce St S to Railway St. • Spruce St S to between Moneta Ave to Sterling Ave. Date and Time of Disruption: • April 22, 2026, from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM Homeowners and businesses within the notification area may experience short-term loss in water & pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water during the disruption. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to finish. Once the work is completed, turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal. Environmental Service Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this emergency work.
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #5 Raw Overflow Report. Address: 45 Florence Street Start date: April 18, 2026 Start time: 9:20 AM End date: April 18, 2026 End time: 7:20 PM Volume by-passed: 2450.29 m3 Municipal wastewater consists of 99% water from stormwater and homes/businesses from washing, flushing etc. When a treatment plant or treatment process is overwhelmed, a bypass or overflow can occur. These events are often caused by heavy rainfall and/or snowmelt. During a by-pass or overflow, partially treated wastewater is diverted away from a treatment process to prevent backups, overflows or damage to the system. Residents can help by conserving water by delaying or limiting unnecessary usage such as laundry, taking long showers or running the dishwasher during rain storms. You can also help by keeping our pipes clear - no wipes in the pipes! To learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take please visit: https://www.timmins.ca/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11976429&pageId=20229538 City staff would like to thank residents for their assistance in reducing water usage during this time.
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #3 Raw Overflow Report. Address: 174 Essa Avenue Start date: April 18, 2026 Start time: 12:54 PM End date: April 18, 2026 End time: 2:20 PM Volume by-passed: 86.05 m3 Municipal wastewater consists of 99% water from stormwater and homes/businesses from washing, flushing etc. When a treatment plant or treatment process is overwhelmed, a bypass or overflow can occur. These events are often caused by heavy rainfall and/or snowmelt. During a by-pass or overflow, partially treated wastewater is diverted away from a treatment process to prevent backups, overflows or damage to the system. Residents can help by conserving water by delaying or limiting unnecessary usage such as laundry, taking long showers or running the dishwasher during rain storms. You can also help by keeping our pipes clear - no wipes in the pipes! To learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take please visit: https://www.timmins.ca/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11976429&pageId=20229538 City staff would like to thank residents for their assistance in reducing water usage during this time.
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Miners Street Pump Station Raw Overflow Report. Address: 1139 Brundy Ave Start date: April 18, 2026 Start time: 7:19 AM End date: April 19, 2026 End time: 6:15 AM Volume by-passed: Unknown Municipal wastewater consists of 99% water from stormwater and homes/businesses from washing, flushing etc. When a treatment plant or treatment process is overwhelmed, a bypass or overflow can occur. These events are often caused by heavy rainfall and/or snowmelt. During a by-pass or overflow, partially treated wastewater is diverted away from a treatment process to prevent backups, overflows or damage to the system. Residents can help by conserving water by delaying or limiting unnecessary usage such as laundry, taking long showers or running the dishwasher during rain storms. You can also help by keeping our pipes clear - no wipes in the pipes! To learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take please visit: https://www.timmins.ca/cms/one.aspx?portalId=11976429&pageId=20229538 City staff would like to thank residents for their assistance in reducing water usage during this time.
Please be advised that a Special Council Meeting will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. E. The full agenda package will be available to the public 24 hours prior to the meeting at: https://timmins.civicweb.net/Portal/
City Council has approved a 2% increase to the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), bringing the charge on overnight stays to 6%. MAT is applied to short-term accommodation charges of less than 30 consecutive days and is used to generate revenue to support tourism initiatives and community priorities. With this increase, the City is taking a strategic step toward funding a major recreation project that will benefit both residents and visitors. 1% of the MAT will be reserved for the City’s proposed multi-use recreation centre. This future facility is expected to significantly enhance quality of life in Timmins while positioning the city as a destination for sports tourism and large-scale events. “The increase is intended to generate revenue for recreation infrastructure projects,” says Mayor Michelle Boileau. “This approach ensures that visitors contribute to the amenities they use and enjoy, while helping us build facilities that not only support active, healthy lifestyles for residents, but attract more events and create economic opportunities.” 50% of total MAT revenue is used to promote and grow local tourism by supporting eligible initiatives and organizations through the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC). The other 50% is reserved for use by the municipality at Council’s direction. MAT helps a municipality invest more in tourism and the community without relying on property taxes. For more information on the Municipal Accommodation Tax, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/finance/municipal_accommodation_tax
City Council has approved the 2026 tax levy at $101.2 million, which represents a 4.95% levy increase from 2025. For an average residential home assessed at $193,000, this means a monthly increase of approximately $15.56 over last year. The increase on a median commercial property will be approximately $404.10 annually. The municipal tax rate is determined by adding the required tax revenue to current property assessments, the approved budgets of the City’s Agencies, Boards, and Commissions (ABC’s), and the provincial education tax rate. This year’s tax rate includes an 11.07% increase to support essential services like law enforcement, public health, and social care. Different tax rates are applied to different classes of property, including residential, multi-residential, commercial, and industrial. In 2026, the residential tax rate will increase by 4.67%, while the commercial tax rate will increase by 4.09%. Through the City’s annual budget survey, roads and sidewalks were identified as top priorities, and the 2026 budget delivers with record investments in critical infrastructure. In 2026, the City will see approximately $51.1 million invested in capital roads projects. This includes rehabilitation of two Connecting Link segments, the annual “shave and pave” program, and replacement and repair of two bridges in the City’s east end. “This budget reflects the priorities of our residents and direction of Council,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We are making thoughtful and strategic investments in infrastructure to improve roads, build capacity in our water supply system, and support housing development. This is a strong, forward-looking budget that focuses on building today for a better tomorrow.” Quick Facts: • 2026 Tax Levy: $101,244,561 • Residential Tax Rate increase: 4.67% • Commercial Tax Rate increase: 4.09% • ABC’s Budget increase: 11.07% • Residential property taxes account for approximately 63.54% of collected revenue For more information on the municipal budget, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/finance/city_budget_2026
Timmins City Council has approved the use of municipal property on Pine St. S. as a temporary designated encampment location for spring and summer 2026. The decision is part of a broader effort to improve safety and reduce the presence of tents in parks and public spaces, while responding to the immediate needs of individuals experiencing homelessness. In a report to Council, the Pine St. S. location was identified due to the availability of space to support an organized, temporary site away from residential neighbourhoods. Work will now begin to determine the requirements needed to make the space functional, including safety measures and site servicing. Council also approved measures to address ongoing concerns related to the laneway behind the emergency shelter at 316 Spruce St. S. Temporary fencing is being installed to help mitigate impacts on neighbouring residential properties. Staff will work directly with the eight adjacent property owners to determine the most appropriate fencing solution. The City remains committed to ongoing communication and collaboration as work moves forward.
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm Sunday, April 12 - Night Sixth Ave. Toke St. Monday, April 13 - Night Algonquin Blvd. – Brunette Rd. to Mountjoy St. Tuesday, April 14 - Night Mountjoy St. (Vimy Ave. to Iroquois Rd.) Wilson Ave. Wednesday, April 15 – Night College St. Theriault Blvd. Monday, April 13 - Day Kent Ave. Windsor Ave. Tuesday, April 14 - Day Burke St. Harmony St. Howard Ave. Patricia Blvd. (Eighth Ave. to Ross Ave.) Wednesday, April 15 – Day Division St. Florence St. New St. Thursday, April 16 - Day Balsam St. (Sixth Ave. to Dead End) Cedar St. (Sixth Ave. to Ross Ave.) Friday, April 17 - Day Bonaventure Dr. Majestic Dr.
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm Monday, April 06 - Night Harold Ave. - Northern College to Beer Store Tuesday, April 07 - Night King St. – Bristol Rd. to Bob’s Lake Wednesday, April 08 – Night Algonquin Ave. – Mountjoy St. to Mattagami Blvd. Tuesday, April 07 - Day Broadway Ave. Fay Cres. Moore St. – Powell Ave. to Quebec Ave. O’Brian Ave. Suzanne St. – Lamminen Ave. to Riverpark Rd. Wednesday, April 08 - Day Dale Ave. Dome St. Essa Ave. Kimberly Ave. Shamrock Ave. – Main St. to Legion Dr. Thursday, April 09 - Day Commercial Ave. Churches & Storefronts – South Porcupine/Porcupine Friday, April 10 - Day Cecil Ave. Columbus Ave. Montgomery Ave. Southern Ave. William Ave.
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm Sunday, March 29 - Night Algonquin Ave. - McIntyre Rd. to Brunette Rd. Brunette Rd. Monday, March 30 - Night Riverside Dr. – Shirley St. to Joseph St. Shirley St. Tuesday, March 31 - Night Algonquin Ave. – Brunette Rd. to Mountjoy St. Maple St. – Sixth Ave. to Second Ave. Toke Monday, March 30 - Day Front St. – Harold Ave. to Essa Ave. Gatineau Blvd. Georgian St. Huot St. – Powell Ave. to Dome Ave. Tuesday, March 31 - Day Legion Dr. Main St. – Dome St. to Harold Ave. Rea St. N Waterloo Rd. – Vimy Ave. to Jubilee Ave. Wednesday, April 01 - Day Bloor Ave. Carlin Ave. Lincoln Ave. Polaris Ave. Shamrock Ave. Thursday, April 02 - Day Crescent Ave. Floral Ave. Pearl Ave. Churches & Storefronts – South Porcupine / Porcupine
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm Sunday, March 22 - Night Elm St. (Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.) Second Ave. Third Ave. Monday, March 23 - Night Balsam St. (Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.) Birch St. (Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.) Cedar St. (Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.) Tuesday, March 24 - Night Algonquin Blvd. (Brunette Rd. to Mountjoy St.) Wilson Ave. Wednesday, March 25 - Night Algonquin Blvd. (Mountjoy St. to Bridge) Monday, March 23 - Day Battachio St. Boundry Ln. Fourth Ave (Boundry Ln. to Ponderosa St.) Lions Crest Ln. Templeton Ave. Tuesday, March 24 - Day Front St. – Harold Ave. to Essa Ave. Hemlock St. Huot St. – Powell Ave. to Dome Ave. Spruce St. (Fifth Ave. to Eighth Ave.) Tamarack St. Wednesday, March 25 - Day Golden Ave. – Legion St. to Main St. Main St. – Golden Ave. to Harold Ave. Preston St. Wilcox St. Thursday, March 26 - Day Delost St. Ennis St. Lonergan Blvd. Miners Ave. Prospectors St. Suzanne St. Friday, March 27 – Day Crawford St. – Golden Ave. to Harold Ave. Moore St. – Golden Ave. to Harold Ave. Churches & Storefronts
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm Due to the forecasted large-scale snowstorm, Public Works will be suspending snow removal night shift operations in preparation for an upcoming snow plowing event. This adjustment will allow crews and equipment to be properly positioned to respond effectively once the snowfall begins. Tuesday, March 17 - Night Elm St. – Sixth Ave to Second Ave. Second Ave. Third Ave. Wednesday, March 18 - Night Cedar St. – Fifth Ave to First Ave. Pine St.– Sixth Ave to Kirby Ave. Spruce St. – Sixth Ave to Kirby Ave. Tuesday, March 17 - Day Croatia Ave. Fahter Costello Dr. Hemlock St. Spruce St. Tamarack St. Vipond Rd. Wednesday, March 18 - Day Belanger Ave. Crawford St. – Powell Ave. to Broadway Ave. Golden Ave. – Main St. to Evans St. Huot St. – Powell Ave. to North End Powell Ave. – Crawford St. to Main St. Thursday, March 19 - Day Aura Lake St. Battochio St. Elm St. S. – First Ave. to Dead End Grant St. Lions Crest Ln. Maple St. S. – First Ave. to Dead End Friday, March 20 – Day Cody Ave. Delmonte Ln. Dwyer Ave. Fourth Ave. – Vipond Rd. to Boundary Ln. Hollinger Ln. Leblanc Ave. Les Hall St. Sterling Ave. W – Mountjoy St. to Delmonte Ln. Wilcox St. – Southern Ave. to Sterling Ave. W
Two more segments of the City’s Connecting Link have been approved for reconstruction. Council has awarded the contract for segments 9 and 10, Brunette Rd. to Father Costello Dr. E., to GIP Interpaving Ltd. in the amount of $17,960,701.85 + HST. Due to the scope and complexity of the project, construction will be carried out over two years. Work will begin this year on Segment 9, stretching approximately 700 metres from Brunette Rd. to Hwy. 655. Motorists will agree that this section is priority due to deteriorating asphalt. Full road surface reconstruction is planned, including new asphalt, curbs, sidewalks, and traffic medians. Sections of watermain and storm sewer infrastructure will be replaced, along with the traffic signals at Brunette Rd. and Hwy. 655, and streetlights will be upgraded to meet current standards. Construction will require lane reductions only with phased traffic control. Access to all businesses and properties will be maintained throughout the project. The City has spoken directly to business and property owners in Segment 9 and will continue to provide timely updates. “We are also working closely with Cochrane District Paramedic Service,” adds Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “Emergency service operations, including ambulance access, will remain uninterrupted during construction.” GIP Interpaving Ltd. will also complete Segment 13 of the Connecting Link this year. An updated construction timeline is expected in the coming weeks. While an exact start date for Segment 9 has not been confirmed, the City will provide updates as they become available. For more information on rehabilitation of the City’s Connecting Link, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links.
Work on Segment 13 of the City’s two-year Connecting Link project is nearing completion for the 2025 construction season. Highway 101 East (Harold Ave.) between Crawford St. and Lawrence St. is expected to be fully reopened to traffic by the end of November. Paving on the main roadway has been completed for this year. Temporary asphalt has been applied at some access points to ensure the highway can open as winter road conditions set in. These areas will be replaced and finished next year along with the final lift of asphalt throughout Segment 13. Construction of the new north-side sidewalk has been rescheduled to next spring to allow for utility pole relocation and site grading. The south-side sidewalk will be open by the end of November, with some sections of temporary asphalt in place to facilitate winter plowing and sanding. This asphalt will also be replaced in the spring. “Contractors are focused on getting the highway and pedestrian corridor open by the end of November,” said Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “Work planned for this year has been strategically adjusted to manage what can be completed now, ensuring a productive start in 2026. At the west entrance to Northern College, the new signalized intersection is expected to be operational by the end of November. The addition of traffic lights will improve safety and traffic flow for both motorists and pedestrians. Watermain installation will continue east of Lawrence St. for approximately 350 m. Motorists can expect minor lane reductions throughout December, weather permitting. “Contractors are pushing forward to complete as much as possible,” added Tam. “The additional work scheduled in December will give the project a head start next spring.” Segment 13 is a two-year construction project extending from Crawford St. to the Porcupine River Bridge. It is scheduled for completion in 2026, alongside work on Segment 9 between Brunette Rd. and the Hwy. 655 intersection.
Starting Monday, August 18, the small section of Lawrence St. between Michener Blvd. and Hwy 101 E. will be closed. Contractors will be excavating for in-ground services. We expect the closure to take approximately 2 weeks. Traffic on Hwy 101 E. will not be impacted. A road closed sign will be placed on Ferguson Rd. at Lawrence St. with access for local traffic only. Crawford and Bristol are available for detours. Learn more about the City's full rehabilitation of the Connecting Link at: www.timmins.ca/connecting_link
Plans to begin annual rehabilitation of the City’s Connecting Link were given the green light at last night’s council meeting. Council has awarded the contract for Hwy. 101 reconstruction to GIP Interpaving Ltd. in the amount of $21,758,222 + HST. Segment 13 of the Connecting Link is scheduled this year, with work moving east from Crawford St. to the Porcupine River Bridge. Due to the length of the segment, work is planned over two years and includes full asphalt restoration, drainage improvements, and new street lights and traffic signals. A new sidewalk is being added to the north side of Hwy. 101 between Crawford St. and the Porcupine Mall, which will improve pedestrian safety and walkability along the busy thoroughfare. The City is also planning ahead for future growth and development by upsizing the current watermain, building capacity and efficiency in the City’s water distribution system. “Reconstruction of Segment 13 is top priority due to the age of the infrastructure and asphalt quality,” says Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “We’re anticipating little to no disruption for residents, business owners, and drivers. This section will require temporary lane reductions only, with no significant traffic detours and minor delays. Access to business entrances will be maintained at all times.” As part of the project, improvements are also being made to the entrance of the Integrated Emergency Services Complex, which includes the Whitney Volunteer Fire Hall, by moving it to align with the traffic lights at the Porcupine Mall. “We have worked with AECOM to ensure that while we rehabilitate the road, we are actively making improvements that will better serve the community,” adds Tam. “We are working to support future development and improve safety along this important transportation corridor.” For more information on the Connecting Link, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links.
With Algonquin Blvd. E. now open following construction, we understand that there are some concerns with the timing sequence of the lights on Algonquin Blvd. E. between Mountjoy St. and Spruce St. New software and programming has been installed as part of road upgrades. Our staff are currently working with contractors to ensure that everything is working properly. This includes the new lights adjacent to Hollinger Park. We appreciate your patience and will continue to provide updates.
On Monday, February 16, 2026, the Timmins Fire Department responded to a structure fire on Lion’s Crest Lane in Schumacher. Crews from Stations 3 and 5 responded to the 2-storey, multi-unit residential structure with fire visible from the back of the building. First-arriving crews began an aggressive attack on the second-floor unit to ensure no occupants remained inside. Residents from the main floor and basement units had safely evacuated prior to fire department arrival. Once crews confirmed that all occupants had vacated the structure, operations transitioned to a defensive attack due to rapid fire spread and structural instability. Additional crews from Station 1 were requested to provide aerial apparatus support. The fire was brought under control at approximately 11:00 p.m. Timmins Fire Department investigators remain on the scene to gather evidence and determine the cause. At this time, there is no reason to believe the fire is suspicious. The Timmins Fire Department reminds the public to ensure that working smoke alarms are installed on all levels of their home and outside of sleeping areas. It is important to have a home escape plan, including a meeting area, and practice the plan with your family.
The Timmins Fire Department responded to a structure fire at an industrial complex located on Laforest Rd. on Sunday, December 14, 2025 at approximately 4:00 a.m. Fire crews encountered heavy smoke and flames coming from the rear of the building and initiated an aggressive attack in an effort to slow the spread of the fire; however, the fire had already entered the roof structure and rapidly spread throughout the building. Water supply operations were supported by tanker shuttles from Airport Rd. All Timmins Fire Department tankers were deployed to maintain adequate water supply. No injuries were reported. The fire was brought under control at approximately 2:00 p.m. Sunday afternoon. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. The Timmins Fire Department and the Office of the Fire Marshal will be conducting the investigation with the assistance of Timmins Police Service.
The Timmins Fire Department is reminding residents of the importance of maintaining their carbon monoxide (CO) alarms and fuel-burning appliances. Legislative changes to the Ontario Fire Code will take effect on January 1, 2026, aimed at enhancing safety in homes, residential buildings, and care occupancies. Residents and building owners are encouraged to enact these changes as soon as possible for additional safety. Effective January 1, 2026, all existing homes including detached, semi-detached houses, townhouses, cottages, and any dwelling with a fuel-burning appliance (furnace, water heater, or stove that uses natural gas, propane, oil or wood), fireplace, or attached garage must have: A CO alarm installed next to each sleeping area. A CO alarm on every floor (storey) without a sleeping area CO alarms are required even in homes where air for heating comes from a fuel-burning appliance located outside the dwelling. The updated regulation applies to single-family homes, multi-unit buildings (both low-rise and high-rise), and dwelling units/ suites located directly above, below, or beside a service room containing a fuel-burning appliance. The updated regulations also apply to care occupancies. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colourless, and potentially lethal gas often called the "silent killer." Without a proper alarm, exposure is undetectable. The expanded requirements help ensure all residents receive early warning of CO danger, giving occupants time to escape safely. The Timmins Fire Dept. is urging everyone to check existing CO alarms, make necessary upgrades, replace batteries as needed, and ensure annual inspection of fuel-burning appliances by licensed professionals. A CO alarm sounds different than a smoke alarm. Test both alarms every month and make sure everyone in your home knows the difference between the two alarm sounds. If a CO alarm sounds and an occupant is suffering from any exposure symptoms, immediately exit the home and call 911. If no symptoms are experienced ensure the alarm does not need new batteries and is not expired before calling 911. For further information or assistance with CO and smoke alarm requirements, contact the Timmins Fire Department at 705-360-2626