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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Saturday, December 27 at 12:01am. and is anticipated to last all day and may continue into the evening.

Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.

We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
Public Works Department

The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise residents that, with approximately 10 cm of snow forecasted for Saturday, a city-wide snow plowing operation is scheduled to begin Sunday, December 21 at 12:01 a.m. and may continue throughout the day.

Crews will be out maintaining road and sidewalk conditions throughout Saturday, with a full deployment overnight. A dedicated crew will be plowing city streets, rural roads, laneways, and parking lots across the city.

We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a scheduled water infrastructure maintenance activities affecting the following area:

Timmins North:
• Maple N between Sixth and Seventh will experience a loss of water and / or discolored water. Contractor noticed a leak within his excavation that requires immediate attention

Date and Time of Disruption:
• December 18, 2025 from 1:45PM to 3:00PM.
All homes and businesses in the affected area could have colored water and/or lower water pressure.

Properties in the area may experience brown or rust-colored water during the schedule water maintenance. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discolored water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to 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 colour has returned to normal.

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

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:

Timmins South Area:
• Moneta Ave. between Mountjoy St. and Birch St S.

Date and Time of Disruption:
• December 16, 2025, from 8:00am to 8:00pm

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 Emergency Watermain Break repair within the following area:

Timmins South Area:
• Railway St between Dale Ave & Ogden Ave. 

Date and Time of Disruption:
• December 15, 2025, from 10:00am to 8:00pm

• UPDATED: December 16, 2025, from 7:30am to 6:00pm

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 a scheduled water infrastructure repair which will affect the following area:

South Porcupine:
• Harold Ave. (Hwy 101) between Crawford St. & Moore St.
• Main St. between Harold Ave, & Fern Ave.

Date & Time of Disruption:
• December 9, 2025, from 10:00AM to 6:00PM

Homeowners and businesses within the notification area may experience short-term loss in water pressure, or water, 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.

Road Closure Information: Main St will be closed between Harold Ave to Fern Ave on December 9, 2025, from 8:00am to 8:00pm.

The Environmental Services Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this schedule work.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:

South Porcupine Area:
• Main St from Harold Ave (Hwy 101) to Fern Ave.

Date and Time of Disruption:
• December 5, 2025, from 8:00am to 8:00pm

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 Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Thursday December 4 at 12:01am. and may continue into the day.

Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.

We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

Public Works Department

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:

South Porcupine Connaught Hill Area:
• Dunn Ave. between Allan St. and Tisdale St.
• Tisdale St. between Smith & Station St.

Date and Time of Disruption:
• December 1, 2025, from 10:00am to 6:00pm

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 Public Works is declaring the end of the Significant Weather Event that was declared on Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 5:00 a.m. that was issued under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239).

We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Notice of Disruption Snow Plowing Event – Friday, November 28, 2025
The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Friday, November 28 at 12:01am. and is anticipated to last all day.

Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.

We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

Public Works Department

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:

Timmins North:
• Hart St & Diane Cres. Between Brousseau Ave. to Murray St.

Date and Time of Disruption:
• November 28, 2025, 2025, from 7:30am to 6:00pm

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.

Notice of Disruption Snow Plowing Event – Thursday, November 27, 2025
The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Thursday, November 27 at 12:01am. and is anticipated to last all day and will continue into the evening.

Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.

We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.

Public Works Department

The City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239/02). Starting at 5:00 AM Wednesday, November 26, 2025.

Due to the winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada and modeling with the amount of snow forecasted, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks. City resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.

Environment Canada is predicting a major winter storm with snow, heavy at times, and local blowing snow expected to begin tonight and continuing through Friday before tapering off Saturday evening. Potential hazards include:

• Total snowfall amounts of 30 to 60 cm.
• Near zero visibility at times in heavy snow and blowing snow.

Environment Canada advises residents to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.

Weather may also impact Timmins Transit service. Delays and/or cancellation of services may occur. Updates will be shared via the City website and social media.

We also remind residents that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30 unless otherwise posted.

Residents are also reminded that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property onto the road or sidewalk.

We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.