December 2025 - Posts
Following the significant snowfall received on December 29, 2025, combined with blowing snow and reduced visibility on December 30, 2025, the City of Timmins’ transportation network remains in severe winter condition.
The City is currently under a Significant Weather Event as defined by the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (Ontario Regulation 239/02). At this time, some residential and rural roads remain impassable. The City’s Connecting Link is reduced to a single eastbound lane, with a single lane in each direction in the narrow four-lane sections of Algonquin Blvd. and King St. Nearly all sidewalks are currently obstructed.
The City of Timmins, Public Works Dept. is actively responding to these conditions. The immediate priority is to ensure that all roads are open and passable and lane widths are re-established on the Connecting Link. Once complete, crews will focus on widening high volume roads and collector roads like Airport Rd., arterial routes like Hwy. 67 (Municipal Rd), followed by residential roads. Sidewalk maintenance will be delayed, with crews clearing high-volume pedestrian areas first.
To support these efforts, the City of Timmins is reminding residents that under the municipal Traffic By-Law, blocking of traffic is prohibited, including parking in the roadway so as to prevent the movement of vehicles. With some residential roads limited to one lane, it is important that residents do not park in the plowed section of the road. Cooperation is critical to allow snowplows and heavy equipment to operate safely and efficiently.
All scheduled snow removal has been suspended. Public Works crews will focus on widening streets and travel lanes. Cuts will be made to snow banks to make space in the roadway. Priority will be given to areas with limited snow storage, high-traffic collector roads, and bus routes. “Road Closed” signage will be posted during active operations.
Snow removal in Schumacher will require residents to temporarily move their vehicles off the roadway to allow crews to complete snow removal and additional plowing. Public Works will begin snow removal in Schumacher on Monday, January 5, 2026, starting on Brundy Ave., Croatia Ave., Grant St., Father Costello Dr. and Vipond Rd. This schedule is intended to provide residents with sufficient time to move their vehicles in advance of operations.
Residents are also reminded that placing snow from private driveways and walkways onto City streets and sidewalks is prohibited under City of Timmins By-law 1993-4162. Moving snow from a driveway onto roadways or sidewalks can create safety hazards, obstruct pedestrian traffic, and reduce visibility for drivers.
Contractors not currently on the City’s equipment registry who wish to provide snow removal or plowing support can contact Service Timmins directly at 705-264-1331 or by email to [email protected].
The City of Timmins thanks residents for their continued patience and cooperation as crews work to restore road conditions following this significant storm.
Amanda Dyer
UPDATE: The landfill has been reopened and continuing their regular operating hours.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services, Waste Management Department, wishes to advise the residents that the Deloro Landfill on Pine St. S will be delayed in opening due to excessive snow accumulation during the significant weather event. The department is working diligently to clear it to allow safe access for the resident.
The Waste Management Department understands this may cause inconvenience and appreciates your patience as we continue to clear the snow. An update will be provided as soon as it is safe to reopen.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services, Waste Management Department wishes to advise the public that the previously suspended waste collection from Monday’s significant weather event will resume December 31, 2025, please have your cart at the curbside no later than 7:30AM.
December 31, 2025, will be a double pick-up for all residents with a Regular Monday and Wednesday Garage Collection Day.
The Waste Management Department appreciate your patience and cooperation during this time.
Sara Perron
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Tuesday, December 30, 2025. Temperatures are expected to drop to -28 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
Effective immediately, Timmins Transit is running one hour service on all routes.
Routes 16, 9, 32, 37, 38 will run on the half hour every hour. All remaining routes run on the top of the hour.
This is a modified schedule. Due to the continued weather and road conditions, please expect delays.
Amanda Dyer
Public Works crews will continue plowing operations for the full duration of the weather event to ensure roadways remain as safe and passable as possible. Current forecasts indicate the storm is expected to subside around midnight. At that time, a coordinated, city-wide plowing operation will be initiated and is expected to take up to 24 hours to complete as crews systematically address remaining snow accumulations on all priority routes, secondary roadways, and residential streets.
Residents are advised that sidewalk clearing operations will require up extended period of time to complete due to the significant volume of snowfall received during this event. Crews will continue to make progress as conditions allow, with priority given to critical pedestrian areas and public facilities.
The City remains under a Significant Weather Event designation as Public Works continues clean-up efforts following the storm. This designation allows crews to operate continuously and focus resources on restoring safe travel conditions across the community. The City appreciates the public’s patience and cooperation as these operations continue.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins' Significant Weather Event continues as Public Works crews are deployed to clear city streets and roads.
All municipal facilities are closed. This includes Service Timmins and City Hall. All arenas and the Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool remain closed.
Timmins Transit bus service has been suspended for the day. Garbage collection has also been suspended and the Deloro Landfill is closed.
Public Works is asking residents to avoid parking vehicles on the road. Please postpone all non-essential travel until the storm has abated.
We are anticipating delays with the plowing of roads, sidewalks, and surfaces. We appreciate your patience.
Amanda Dyer
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Monday, December 29, 2025. Temperatures are expected to drop to -31 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
Garbage collection for Monday, December 29, 2025 has been suspended due to inclement weather. Residents are asked to remove their bins from the roadside to assist with plowing of municipal streets.
An update will be provided once collection has resumed or been rescheduled.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services Dept. appreciates your patience and cooperation.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins Public Works Department is declaring a Significant Weather Event in accordance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (Ontario Regulation 239/02), effective 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 28, 2025.
Weather Forecast
• Snow beginning Sunday evening and continuing through Monday night
• Strong northwesterly winds increasing Monday morning, producing blizzard conditions
• Snow and winds easing from west to east Monday night
• Total projected snowfall: 30 to 50 cm
• Wind gusts of 60 to 70 km/h, resulting in poor visibility and drifting snow
Roads and walkways are expected to be extremely difficult to navigate. Travel conditions may become hazardous, with visibility at times reduced to near zero.
Environment Canada advises residents to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Due to the anticipated volume of snowfall, delays in snow plowing are expected on some city streets, roads, and most sidewalks. City resources will be deployed when conditions are deemed safe and appropriate.
Timmins Transit
Severe weather may impact Timmins Transit operations. Service delays and/or cancellations may occur. Updates will be communicated through the City’s website and social media channels.
Important Reminders
• The Winter Parking Ban remains in effect. Parking on city streets is prohibited daily between 11:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. from November 1 to April 30, unless otherwise posted.
• City By-law 1993-4162 prohibits placing snow from private property onto city roads or sidewalks.
The City of Timmins thanks residents for their cooperation. A follow-up notice will be issued to announce the conclusion of the Significant Weather Event once conditions permit.
Becky Cashmore
- City Provides Update on Winter Maintenance Following Major Storm
- Monday’s Waste Collection Resume – December 31, 2025
- Extreme Cold Weather Alert - December 30, 2025
- Update – Deloro Landfill – Opening Delay – December 30, 2025
- Timmins Transit Modified Schedule - December 30, 2025
- Overnight Snow Plowing Event – Tuesday, December 30, 2025
- Municipal Services Schedule - December 29, 2025
- Extreme Weather Alert - Monday, December 29, 2025
- Garbage Collection Suspended - Monday, December 29, 2025
- Public Works Declares Significant Weather Event – December 28, 2025
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