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Holiday Hours for City Facilities and Services 2023-24

Holiday hours for municipal services and facilities.

City Hall / Service Timmins / Provincial Offenses

December 22: City Hall and Service Timmins will close at 2:30 p.m.
December 25-26: CLOSED
January 1: CLOSED

Timmins Transit

December 24: Regular Timmins Transit service runs until 5:30 p.m. After 5:30 p.m., there is no Transit service. ** 7/6 Park/Riverside will arrive at the Terminal at 6:00 p.m.
December 25: No Transit Service
December 2: Regular Sunday Service
January 1, 2024: No Transit Service

Waste and Recycling Collection and Landfill Hours

Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Monday, December 25, 2023 will be collected on Tuesday, December 26, 2023.
Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Monday, January 1, 2024 will be collected on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.

Deloro Landfill Holiday Hours:
December 22: 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
December 23: 8:00 a.m. to 1:45 p.m.
December 29: 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.
December 30: 8:00 a.m. to 2:45 p.m.

Deloro Landfill, German Twp. Landfill, and Tisdale Transfer Site all closed on December 25 and January 1.

Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool

Closed December 25, 25, and January 1.

Timmins Museum: National Exhibition Centre

December 23: Open Noon to 4:00 p.m.
December 24-26: CLOSED
December 27 and 29: Open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 30: Open Noon to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 1: CLOSED
January 2: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Timmins Public Library Main Branch

December 23: Open 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-27: CLOSED
December 28 and 29: Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 30: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 2: CLOSED
January 3: 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Timmins Public Library - C.M. Shields Centennial Branch:

December 23: Open 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-27: CLOSED
December 28 and 29: Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 30: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 2: CLOSED
January 3: Noon to 8:00 p.m.

Timmins Cemetery Office:

Regular hours for The Timmins Cemetery Office are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed for lunch at noon). The office will be closed at 2:00 p.m. on December 22. Holiday hours December 27-29 are 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Cemetery office will be closed December 25-26, 2023 and January 1, 2024.

Posted by Amanda Dyer On Dec 20, 2023 at 10:57 AM

Extreme Cold Weather Alert – Wednesday, December 20, 2023

The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert is being issued for Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Temperatures are expected to drop to -26 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.

Posted by Amanda Dyer On Dec 20, 2023 at 10:00 AM

City Council Approves Water and Wastewater Budget for 2024

City Council has approved the 2024 water and wastewater budget. The annual increase is approximately 4.3%, as outlined in the City’s 10-year financial plan. The average 5 room home will pay $24 more for water and $35 more for wastewater per year, or $59 total for municipal service. The same household will pay approximately $4.92 more per month on their utility bill compared to last year.

The 10-year financial plan was approved in 2021 to address a deficit in the water and wastewater budget, with nominal increases set over a number of years. The City anticipates “breaking even” on the water budget at the end of 2023, one year ahead of projections in the long-term financial plan.

Future plans for water and wastewater will see continued investment in the renewal and enhancement of critical infrastructure. Included in the approved budget is the refurbishment of a clarifier at the Mattagami Wastewater Treatment Plant. Budgeted at just under $4 million, the clarifier is a settling tank that allows for the constant removal of solids. Capital projects under water service include reviewing the backwash pump and piping, part of process related infrastructure with an estimated cost of $1.6 million. Both projects will contribute to improved system stability and controllability, which saves time and money.

The water and wastewater budget is approved separately from the general 2024 municipal budget or taxation fund because revenues are sourced from user fees and not property tax.

Posted by Amanda Dyer On Dec 20, 2023 at 9:12 AM

New Ice Rental Rates in Effect January 2024

City Council has approved new ice rental rates effective January 2, 2024. The new “Prime” and Non-Prime” rates will be for both adults and youth. The change supports the City’s new on-line recreation software that also launches in January, giving residents the option to book ice rentals, swimming lessons, and more on one convenient website.

The Prime rate of $155 will apply Monday to Friday from 5:00 p.m. to midnight and on weekends. The Non-Prime rate of $125 will apply Monday to Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The City has dropped the “summer ice rate.” Prime and Non-Prime rates will apply year-round. Regular ice users who have already booked their rental times, will pay their existing fees until the end of the season March 31, 2024.

The change in ice rental rates will not impact the City’s user fee revenue, with the hope that the simplified price and new online booking system will encourage future ice rentals. Pre-school and adult skates Monday to Friday will remain free. The price for lobby rental and non-residential or commercial ice rentals will stay the same, and the weekend community skates will remain at $5 per person, children under 4 free of charge.

For more information on current ice rental fees, booking process, and skating schedules, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/recreation_services.

Posted by Amanda Dyer On Dec 15, 2023 at 12:35 PM

Notice of Disruption – Road Closure for Catch Basin Repair – December 15, 2023

The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for a scheduled double catch basin repair closing road of Vimy Ave.

Area:
• On Vimy Ave between Theriault Blvd. and Gillies Ave.

Date & Time of Disruption:
• Friday December 15, 2023, between 9:00 am and 4:00 pm

City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process, and advise that if there are any questions, concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201.

Posted by Sara Perron On Dec 12, 2023 at 10:58 AM

Precautionary Boil Water Advisory Lifted – Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court – December 11, 2023

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the Public that the Preventative Boil Water Advisory at the Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Park has been lifted.

Area:
• Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court

Date Advisory Lifted:
• December 11, 2023

The Preventative Boil Water Advisory that the City of Timmins issued on December 8, 2023, has been lifted.

Critical maintenance on the system was completed followed by satisfactory bacteriological sample results.

City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.

Posted by Sara Perron On Dec 11, 2023 at 10:23 AM

Notice of Precautionary Boil Water Advisory – Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court – December 8, 2023

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a Preventative Boil Water Advisory.

Area
• Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court

Date of Advisory
• December 8, 2023, until further notice

The City of Timmins is requiring you to take the following steps:

• Users of the water supply should bring their water to a rolling boil for one minute prior to consumption;
• Any water used for cooking/food preparation must be boiled then cooled prior to use; and
• All water taps must be posted, indicating that the water is not safe to drink.

The Preventative Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until the sample results confirm the water is fit for human consumption. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process, and advise that if there are any questions, concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331 during business hours. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201.

Posted by Sara Perron On Dec 08, 2023 at 3:00 PM