Update as of 3:20 p.m. – Dewatering of the site continues to safely access the break. We are anticipating that water service will NOT be restored until later this evening, after 10:00 p.m. with water restoration by the morning (September 3).

The Archie Dillon Sportsplex will remain OPEN until 8:00 p.m. for potable water access. This is a refill station for reusable bottles, jugs, and containers. City staff are on-site to assist.

Please be advised, once water is restored, a precautionary boil water advisory will be in effect. Please see attached notice.

Updates will continue to be provided as available.

City of Timmins, Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department, wishes to advise the public of an emergency watermain repair in the following area.

Timmins Area: Residents west of the Mattagami River, impacting Mountjoy area. 

Date and Time of Disruption: September 2, 2026, 2:30 a.m. to approximately 4:00 p.m.

All homes and businesses in the affected area could have no water, low water pressure, or coloured water.

Potable water is available at the Archie Dillon Sportsplex to refill reusable bottles or containers. City staff are on-site to assist.

Once repairs are made, if you experience discoloured water, 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. It is not recommended to drink or wash laundry with the discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry.

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

The City of Timmins and Northeastern Public Health have issued a Precautionary Boil Water Advisory for all users west of the Mattagami River Bridge, effective September 2, 2026, as soon as water has been restored.

A Precautionary Boil Water Advisory was declared due to the loss of water pressure in the system resulting from a watermain break.

A boil water advisory requires you to take the following steps:

• Bring your water to a rolling boil for at least one minute prior to using it for domestic purposes, including drinking, making infant formula and juices, brushing teeth, washing raw foods and making ice;
• Wash dishes with boiled water that has been cooled or use potable water from an alternative source; and,
• All water taps must be posted, indicating that the water is not safe to drink.

The Precautionary Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until the City obtains satisfactory drinking water results in two consecutive sets of samples taken a minimum of 24 hours apart.

For more information on Boil Water Advisories, please visit https://www.neph.ca/en/programs/environmental-health/safe-water.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your cooperation.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2 Raw Overflow Report.

Address: 57 Evans Street
Start date: September 1, 2026
Start time: 8:36 AM
End date: September 1, 2026
End time: 8:49 AM
Volume by-passed: 65.02 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 Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Raw Overflow Report.

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: September 1, 2026
Start time: 8:12 AM
End date: September 1, 2026
End time: 8:45AM
Volume by-passed: 457.655 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 Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Secondary Bypass Report.

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: September 1, 2026
Start time: 7:51 AM
End date: September 1, 2026
End time: 10:20 AM
Volume by-passed: 1,480.566 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.

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works advises residents that a temporary road closure will be in place on Friday, August 28, 2026, to allow crews to complete pavement markings.

• Ross Avenue will be closed from Toke Street to Harmony Avenue from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Motorists are asked to obey all posted signage, exercise caution when travelling near the work zone, and use alternate routes where possible.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience while this work is being completed.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Secondary Bypass Report.

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: August 23, 2026
Start time: 11:46 AM
End date: August 23, 2026
End time: 22:05
Volume by-passed: 8981.629 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 Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Raw Overflow Report.

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: August 23, 2026
Start time: 12:18 PM
End date: August 23, 2026
End time: 20:07
Volume by-passed: 5298.738 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 #2 Raw Overflow Report.

Address: 57 Evans Street
Start date: August 23, 2026
Start time: 12:20 PM
End date: August 23, 2026
End time: 23:48
Volume by-passed: 1215.69m³

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 #1 Raw Overflow Report.

Address: 202 Goldrush Street
Start date: August 23, 2026
Start time: 1:57 PM
End date: August 23, 2026
End time: 14:12
Volume by-passed: 49.1 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.

Please be advised, a planned full road closure of Brunette Rd. is scheduled the evening of Monday, August 24, 2026.

Closure Area: Brunette Rd. from Second Ave. to Algonquin Blvd. E. local traffic only with full closure of Brunette Rd. south of the Algonquin Blvd. intersection.

Time: 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. These times may vary.

Overnight storm infrastructure work is being scheduled to minimize traffic impact.

Project information is available at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links/2026_-_segment_9

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works advises residents that temporary road closures will be in place on Thursday, August 20, 2026, to allow crews to complete crosswalk pavement markings. The following road closures will be in effect:

• Airport Road will be closed from Westmount Boulevard to Theriault Boulevard from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Note the right-hand channelization ramp from Airport to Theriault will still be accessible.

• College Street will be closed from Jubilee Avenue to Westmount Boulevard from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Motorists are asked to obey all posted signage, exercise caution when travelling near the work zones, and use alternate routes where possible.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience while this work is being completed.

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works advises residents that temporary road closures will be in place on Thursday, August 20, 2026, to allow crews to complete crosswalk pavement markings. The following road closures will be in effect:

• Airport Road will be closed from Westmount Boulevard to Theriault Boulevard from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.
Note the right-hand channelization ramp from Airport to Theriault will still be accessible.

• College Street will be closed from Jubilee Avenue to Westmount Boulevard from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Motorists are asked to obey all posted signage, exercise caution when travelling near the work zones, and use alternate routes where possible.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience while this work is being completed.

Please be advised, a planned full road closure on Evans St. is scheduled for Tuesday, August 18, 2026. 

Closure Area: Evans St. from north of Station St. to south of Laffin Cres.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. These times may vary.

Provisions are in place for emergency services access. Local residential driveway access will be maintained on Evans St. 

This is the first of two planned closures for installation of the girders. The second closure will be announced separately, and is anticipated to occur in February 2027.

Project information is available at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/2026_capital_works/evans_st__bridge_replacement

The City of Timmins, Growth & Development Dept. apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause. 

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works advises residents that a temporary road closure will be in place on Friday, August 14, 2026, to allow crews to complete school crossing pavement markings.

The following road closure will be in place:

• MacLean Drive will be closed from Jade Avenue to Polaris Road from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m..

Motorists are asked to obey all posted signage, exercise caution when travelling through the work zone, and use alternate routes where possible.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience while this work is being completed.

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

• Riverside Dr. from Joseph St. to Royal St.
• Date and Time of Disruption: August 12, 2026 from 8:00am to 4:00pm

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 the activity. Once the flushing is completed and the work crew has left the area, 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 Services Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process.

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works advises residents that temporary road closures will be in place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, to allow crews to complete school crossing pavement markings. The following road closures will be in effect:

• Jubilee Avenue will be closed from Rea Street North to Eyre Boulevard from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
• MacLean Drive will be closed from Jade Avenue to Polaris Road from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Motorists are asked to obey all posted signage, exercise caution when travelling near the work zones, and use alternate routes where possible.

We thank you for your cooperation and patience while this work is being completed.