April 2026 - Posts
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
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2 Overflow Report.
Address: 57 Evans St.
Start date: April 13, 2026
Start time: 6:20 AM
End date: April 13, 2026
End time: 7:40 PM
Volume by-passed: 1537.50 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.
Cyndee Villeneuve
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Bypass & Overflow Report.
Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: April 13, 2026
Start time: 4:08 AM
End date: April 13, 2026
End time: 9:05 PM
Volume by-passed: 13310.203 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.
Cyndee Villeneuve
Effective immediately, the City of Timmins is reducing the speed limit on Hwy. 67 / Municipal Road from 80 km/h to 50 km/h. This is temporary due to deteriorating asphalt conditions and will be in place until further notice. This applies to the municipality’s section of the roadway from Hwy 101 E. to the City’s boundary, approximately 9.1 kms.
Caution signage will be in place to alert motorists. A contractor has been engaged to complete pothole patching and repair.
Drivers are reminded to watch for road crews and further reduce speed in active work zones for the safety of workers and all road users.
For more information on City roads and infrastructure, please visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure
Amanda Dyer
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.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of April 06, 2026.
Areas that were scheduled for snow removal will not receive service as part of this change.
The planned snow removal operation has been cancelled as crews are required to respond to priority drainage concerns and pothole repairs.
Friday, April 10, 2026
Day Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– Cecil Ave. & William Ave. will be rescheduled for a later date.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of April 06, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Day Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– Essa Ave. will be rescheduled for a later date.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of April 06, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Night Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– King St. – Bristol Rd. to Porcupine River Bridge will be rescheduled for this evening – Wednesday, April 08, 2026.
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
Night Shift Timmins – scheduled– Algonquin Ave. – Mountjoy St. to Mattagami Blvd. will be rescheduled for a later date.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Watermain Break Repair within the following area:
Timmins South:
• Moneta Ave. between Spruce St S to Railway St.
Date and Time of Disruption:
• April 8, 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.
Sara Perron
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of April 06, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Tuesday, April 07, 2026
Day Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– Broadway Ave. & O’Brian Ave. (north side) will be re-scheduled for a later date.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
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