City Council has asked enforcement staff to take a proactive approach to making sure property owners are following the City’s property standards and cleaning and clearing of land by-laws. The request comes after a discussion during the March 18 council meeting about boarded up buildings and exterior property maintenance, and how the City is working to ensure cleanliness and sanitation of the community. During the month of May, the City will be focusing on the enforcement of By-Law 2007-6489, which provides standards for the maintenance and physical condition of properties, including buildings and structures, and By-Law 2008-6599, which provides specific direction on clearing refuse and debris from the land. “Both by-laws work together to address maintenance standards for buildings, yards, accessory structures, lawns, and more,” says Steph Palmateer, Director of Community Services and City Clerk. “Property owners can help ensure that the community remains safe, healthy, and attractive by adhering to both by-laws and respecting how the condition of their property impacts the city as a whole. Palmateer also notes that the by-laws not only help protect public safety, but support property values and promote clean communities. It is the responsibility of the property owner to make sure they are informed and in compliance with each by-law. Enforcement Services will begin reviewing properties in May, with a two-week blitz planned between May 12 and May 23, 2025 to proactively contact and work with property owners to address any relevant concerns. This could include proper disposal of garbage, pet waste, objects or exterior building conditions that could pose a fire or accident hazard, long grass or overgrown trees, and security of vacant buildings. The proposed dates do depend on how quickly the snow melts. “Our enforcement officers will be focusing on exterior property conditions,” adds Palmateer. “Their work will support the City’s planned clean up initiatives, which should make cleaning and clearing yards for property owners a bit easier. Residential bulk item collection and one free load of waste with waived tipping fees at the Deloro Landfill, means that owners can also be proactive and make sure their property complies before the blitz starts. We’re not looking to target a specific area in town. We’re looking to inform and confirm that municipal by-laws are being followed.” For more information on property standards and the cleaning and clearing of land, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/enforcement_services_and_parking/property_standards.
Save the dates! The City’s Adopt-a-Block Community Cleanup Days are back, Friday, May 23 and Saturday, May 24, 2025. Residents, local businesses, and schools can adopt a block of space around their neighbourhood, office, playground, trail system, or other public space to clean up the waste revealed by melting snow. The initiative was introduced last year with positive results. “Over two days, we had 10 organizations, 7 businesses, and 128 individual residents and youth participate,” says Meagan Baranyk, the City’s Community Programs Manager. “We saw laneways, parks, boulevards, and neighbourhoods transformed. We’re hoping for even more participation this year. Helping to reduce and prevent litter is the responsibility of every resident and property owner.” Registration for Adopt-a-Block begins May 1, 2025. Once again, the City will be providing cleanup kits with gloves and garbage bags to registered teams requesting supplies. Environmental Services will also pick-up all of the garbage collected on May 23 and 24. Each team will be given a designated drop-off location where collected garbage can be left and quickly picked up by City staff. “We want to make this process as simple as possible,” adds Baranyk. “When the snow finally melts, there’s often a large amount of litter left behind. This shouldn’t be the case, and we want to reinforce that properly disposing of waste is essential for the well-being of the community, but we can also look at this as an opportunity to work together. We all deserve clean parks and public spaces.” The City’s annual Residential Curbside Bulk Item Collection Program also happens in May. Between May 5 and May 16, 2025 residents can dispose of large, bulky items that are not accepted through regular waste collection. The program includes one free load of residential household waste per property at the Deloro Landfill Site during the same dates. Leaf and yard waste collection also runs May 5 – May 16, 2025 when Public Works will deploy a dump truck and chipper along residential streets to mulch branches, tree trimmings, and organic plant material from gardening and yard maintenance. It’s coordinated with bulk item collection to make it easier for residents to remember collection dates. For more information on Adopt-a-Block Community Cleanup Days, Residential Curbside Bulk Item Collection or Leaf and Yard Waste Collection, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services.
The City’s residential Curbside Bulk Item Collection is back! From Monday, May 5 to Friday, May 16, 2025, the City’s contractor will be collecting bulky waste items that do not fit inside an approved residential garbage container, or cannot be collected during regular waste collection. Items like bulky toys, rolled up tarps and carpets, couches, and small furnishings can be placed curbside with a maximum allowed volume of material no greater than 4 feet (1.2 m) wide, by 8 feet (2.4 m) long and 2 feet (0.6 m) high. Roughly the size of a standard half (1/2) pick-up truck cab. Mattresses and box springs can be discarded, but must be securely wrapped in plastic in order to be collected. Each residential dwelling (based on address) will also be allowed to dump one free load at the Deloro Landfill between May 5 and May 16, 2025. Residents must provide proof of address. Tipping fees will be waived on one (1) load only. For residents without access to a vehicle, they can accompany the driver and provide proof of address, or download and fill out a form authorizing another resident to drop off their waste material. The form is available on the City of Timmins website. Residents are reminded to have their material at the curb no more than two (2) days prior to their collection date. Collection crews will only do one (1) pass through each area. It’s also important to review the list of banned materials. Any materials not eligible for collection will not be picked up, and it will be the responsibility of the property owner to remove the items within 48 hours. Before May 5, 2025, residents are asked to review the Curbside Bulk Item Collection information at: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services/residential_curbside_bulk_item_collection_program.
The City of Timmins has joined the 40th annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides as part of National AccessAbility Week this May. Proceeds support the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides (LFCDG), a national charity that empowers Canadians with disabilities to lead confident, independent lives. On Sunday, May 25, 2025, Timmins’ residents have an opportunity to participate and help raise essential funds to match Canadians with medical and physical disabilities with a life-changing Dog Guide, at no cost to the recipient. A Dog Guide costs approximately $35,000 to raise, train, and match. The amount is covered through vital events like the Walk for Dog Guides, which is why the City has signed up! Thanks to national sponsor, Pet Valu, all proceeds from this event will directly fund Dog Guide programs. The Timmins’ Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is taking place on May 25, 2025 at Gillies Lake. Registration is now open at: https://www.walkfordogguides.com/fundraiser/TimminsWalkforDogGuides. Residents can also make a direct donation in-person at Service Timmins in City Hall, Pet Valu on Waterloo Rd., or online through the Timmins’ event page. Timmins’ Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides is part of the City’s National AccessAbility Week programming, coordinated by the Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee. The committee works year-round to ensure that municipal services, facilities, and infrastructure are accessible to people of all abilities in our community. Learn more at: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/accessibility.
Board Timmins Transit for free on Tuesday, April 22, 2025. We’re celebrating Earth Day with free bus rides to help support our planet. Going green can be as simple as choosing public transportation. There are a number of reasons riding the bus can be environmentally friendly versus using a private vehicle. Buses produce far fewer greenhouse gas emissions per passenger than private cars and trucks. Public transportation options can also lower energy consumption and help conserve fuel, reducing the demand for fossil fuels. Fewer vehicles on the road can also lower levels of air pollutants. As Timmins plans for growth and development, improving and modernizing public transportation is one way we can create walkable neighbourhoods, that are more compact and connected across a sustainable transportation network. On Tuesday, April 22 ride the bus for Earth Day! It’s free and it’ll give the environment a break. Where will you go?
Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Secondary Bypass Report Address: 551 Airport Road Start date: April 18, 2025 Start time: 11:25 am End date: April 18, 2025 End time: 2:40 pm Volume by-passed: 2209.267 m3 Support Our Wastewater System: During spring melt and heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2 Overflow Report Address: 57 Evans Street Start date: April 18, 2025 Start time: 12:43pm End date: April 18, 2025 End time: 12:56 PM Volume by-passed: 54.75 m3 Support Our Wastewater System: During spring melt and heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #1 Overflow Report Address: 202 Goldrush Street Start date: April 14, 2025 Start time: 2:50pm End date: April 14, 2025 End time: 7:02 PM Volume by-passed: 392.78 m3 Support Our Wastewater System: During spring melt and heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Secondary Bypass Report Address: 551 Airport Road Start date: April 14, 2025 Start time: 12:41pm End date: April 15, 2025 End time: 9:05 AM Volume by-passed: 9,652.4m3 Support Our Wastewater System: During spring melt and heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2 Overflow Report Address: 57 Evans Street Start date: April 14, 2025 Start time: 12:41pm End date: April 14, 2025 End time: 8:09 PM Volume by-passed: 985.88 m3 Support Our Wastewater System: During spring melt and heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Timmins City Council has directed staff to undertake community consultation on a proposed location for H.O.P.E (Housing, Outreach, Protection, and Engagement), an encampment response initiative in partnership with the Cochrane District Services Board. If approved, the plan would designate space for modular structures as temporary housing alternatives to encampments. H.O.P.E was approved for funding in late January through the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, in response to increasing municipal concerns over the safety of encampments, particularly in public spaces. While $3.2 million has been approved for the project, Timmins City Council has requested that community consultation be carried out immediately to help inform site selection. The City has identified four municipally owned locations based on the following key criteria: overall size, accessibility to essential services and supports, proximity to existing municipal infrastructure, feasibility of setting up needed utilities and amenities, and the overall safety and security of residents and the surrounding community. The public will be asked to review the proposed locations and identify which site they feel would be most suitable. Public consultation will begin on Monday, February 24, 2025 until Friday, March 14, 2025. On Monday, the City will provide a summary of each feasible location, including how each site meets key criteria, online at Timmins.ca. The project webpage will include a video presentation, short survey, and feedback form. The survey will be available in both French and English, and a printed copy can be picked up at and returned to Service Timmins before March 14, 2025. The City is committed to a structured and transparent community engagement process. Focus groups and partner discussions will also be conducted with community partners, service agencies, and people with lived or living experience of homelessness. For more information on the proposed H.O.P.E. initiative, see: https://bit.ly/42ZfRGc
City Council has approved the 2025 taxation fund budget with a 3.43% increase over last year. The taxation fund budget outlines how the City will collect, spend, and invest funds to cover operating costs to maintain core services, and direct investment in capital. The taxation fund budget is the City’s portion of the full municipal budget. This total is combined with approved budgets from the City’s Agencies, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs), MPAC property assessments, and provincial education rates to arrive at the final property tax rate for 2025. Council is expected to approve the 2025 tax rates by April. 2025 Operating Budget The 2025 net operating budget is $38,758,611. The operating budget covers the cost of daily public services, such as maintenance of city roads, public transit, garbage collection, snow removal, and parks and arena maintenance. 2025 Capital Budget The 2025 net capital budget is $12,253,418, with an 18.2% increase from last year. Capital funds support the creation, repair, or replacement of municipal assets that are required to deliver daily services to the community, including infrastructure like roads. This amount does not include capital expenses related to water and wastewater, which are approved as part of the separate utilities fund budget. This year’s capital budget includes: $2.5 million for road repair through the City’s “grind and pave” program (offset with funding) $1.1 million for phase 2 of Mattagami boat launch upgrades, including lighting, parking lot expansion, furniture, and fixtures $2.5 million for the construction of a bus wash facility for Timmins Transit (offset with funding) $1.2 million for St. Jean storm repairs (partially offset with reserve funds) Capital funds are also used for Golden Manor redevelopment and Connecting Link rehabilitation, with work being completed in 2025 from Crawford St. to Porcupine Bridge. “The City’s approved portion of the municipal budget represents a balance between delivering quality core services today, and setting Timmins up for a productive and sustainable tomorrow. Council continues to direct record investments in road rehabilitation and on improving our public parks and spaces. You’ll see upgrades to the Hollinger Park concert fields, installation of a dedicated cricket pitch, and money invested back into our facilities and arenas. We are moving forward on subdivision development, with a focused strategy to build more housing capacity and plan for future growth. This is a budget that supports progress, while recognizing the immediate needs of the community, and I’m proud of the work that Administration and staff have done to help deliver a plan that works for Timmins” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau For more information on the 2025 budget, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/finance/city_budget_2025
The City of Timmins is ready to move forward on subdivision development with $9 million in funding from the Ontario government’s Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund. The funding helps municipalities expand critical water, wastewater, and storm water infrastructure. The City was approved for the Melrose Heights subdivision expansion, an essential project to help mitigate the housing shortage in Timmins. Available municipal land will be transformed into approximately 241 residential lots. The City plans to adopt a two-phase approach, beginning with the installation of over 2,100 meters of necessary infrastructure. “The province’s funding will be directed towards the engineering, design, and construction of essential water mains, storm, and sanitary sewers,” said Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “Critical infrastructure like water supply and sewage systems are essential services that a subdivision needs to function effectively. Expansion of the Melrose Heights subdivision follows recommendations from the City’s Housing Action Plan. The plan was adopted by Council last July to address the current and future housing needs of Timmins. “Currently, the city is experiencing pressure on all levels of housing,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “By increasing the housing supply, we can support business development, improve and diversify the local economy, and plan for future growth. One of the plan’s key recommendations was to advocate for funding from upper levels of government to move subdivision development forward. I want to thank Minister Surma and the Ministry of Infrastructure for supporting critical housing-enabling infrastructure. Details on the City’s Timmins Housing Action Plan are available online at: www.timmins.ca.
Last week, Mayor, councillors, and senior City staff attended the 2024 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference in Ottawa. In an update released by AMO on August 23, the conference was referred to as “record-setting” with over 3,300 participants in attendance. Timmins’ delegation used the opportunity to push for increased provincial funding for several key priorities, including housing, infrastructure, and recreation. In a meeting with the Honourable Minister Paul Calandra, Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the City’s Housing Action Plan was presented with a focus on expanding critical infrastructure for subdivision development. Mayor Michelle Boileau and City staff will continue the conversation on Tuesday when Calandra makes a stop in Timmins. At the conference, Ontario announced another round of funding for housing-related infrastructure, a potential for the City to secure costs required to build, maintain, or repair core assets that support the construction of new homes. The City’s meeting with Parliamentary Assistant Amarjot Sandhu, Ministry of Infrastructure, discussed the funding requirements and how the City can continue to improve and expand municipal infrastructure to combat the housing shortage. “Both meetings were positive,” said the City’s Chief Administrative Officer Dave Landers. “We have about 15 minutes to make a case for what we need now to move Timmins’ forward. We need funding from upper levels of government to help us build more homes, specifically to help us make sure we have the infrastructure capacity to service new subdivisions.” The province also announced details of a new Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund to help upgrade existing or build new recreation facilities. The announcement came before the City’s meeting with the Honourable Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport, to discuss funding options for the proposed multi-purpose recreation facility. Design and study costs related to the project could be eligible for funding, and the City will also look for additional projects that may qualify under the same program. “The timing of the province’s announcement was ideal,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We were prepared to talk about how the proposed multi-purpose facility will not only improve access to local sports and recreation programming, but allow Timmins to host more events and expand tourism opportunities. Our vision is very much in line with the province’s commitment to provide access to modern facilities that support community growth and sustainability. What I took from the meeting is that our plans for a new multi-purpose facility need to incorporate both recreation and well-being opportunities.” While the City’s meeting with the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria on Hwy. 67 (Municipal Rd.) was not definitive, the Minister of Transportation has committed to come to Timmins and see the state of the road, while continuing to explore solutions for Timmins and Iroquois Falls. Both communities have been asking that maintenance and costs of Hwy. 67 be uploaded to the province. Mayor Boileau also met with the Honourable Sylvia Jones, Ontario’s Health Minister, as part of the Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors (NOLUM) delegation on physician recruitment and retention. When the minister asked for ideas on how to combat the doctor shortage, Mayor Boileau’s recommendation was clear. Continue to invest in local healthcare facilities with the goal of making them state-of-the-art, with the equipment and resources that attract doctors and healthcare practitioners. “The province can help create workplaces where physicians will want to practice,” adds Boileau. “Modern, innovative, efficient, with access to the equipment and infrastructure that healthcare professionals will seek out.”
Sault Ste. Marie, ON (2024 08 15) – The mayors of Northern Ontario’s five largest municipalities have endorsed the ‘Solve the Crisis’ campaign launched by Ontario’s Big City Mayors, and are calling on the Government of Ontario to implement the campaign’s recommended actions. Like the communities represented by Ontario’s Big City Mayors, the Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors (NOLUM) municipalities – Greater Sudbury, North Bay, Timmins, Thunder Bay, and Sault Ste. Marie – are grappling with the growing homelessness crisis. Despite their best efforts, these municipalities lack the necessary government support to effectively address the issue. Municipalities did not create the homelessness crisis and do not have the resources to solve it, yet they are being forced to manage its impacts. “Homelessness is an increasingly complex and challenging situation. Municipalities do not have the funding capacity or jurisdictional authority to implement the necessary programs and supports independently. We’re doing what we can, but we cannot do it alone,” said Sault Ste. Marie Mayor Matthew Shoemaker. “The Solve the Crisis campaign provides actionable steps that can make a meaningful difference in our communities. Through NOLUM, we have a unified voice and we’re using it to urge the government to implement the campaign’s recommendations,” said Thunder Bay Mayor Ken Boshcoff. The Solve the Crisis campaign is more than a call for help – it’s a comprehensive plan to assist municipalities in addressing this challenging situation. Key recommendations include: Appointing a single minister provincially to bring cross-ministry focus to this issue and fund that ministry appropriately. Have the new provincial minister strike a task force to advise and make recommendations on solutions to these issues with a cross-section of stakeholders and commit to funding the recommendations. Provide the municipality with resources to transition homeless and underused individuals to appropriate housing with the necessary supports Fund a 24/7 crisis response service across the province to relieve the pressure on hospital emergency centres and first responders. “Homelessness isn’t just an issue for the Greater Toronto Area. Small-to mid-sized municipalities, like those in Northern Ontario, are often overlooked when it comes to homelessness, making it crucial for NOLUM to highlight the impact across the north and advocate for the necessary support,” said Timmins Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We need increased support from the Provincial and Federal Governments, and we need it urgently. Like my colleagues, I’ve witnessed the profound impacts of homelessness, and I’m confident that the recommendations from the Solve the Crisis campaign will greatly benefit our communities,” said Greater Sudbury Mayor Paul Lefebvre. “Recent data from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing shows that homelessness continues to rise across Ontario. Municipalities are ready to help, and we’re bringing a plan to the table – we need the Province to step up and support our efforts,” added North Bay Mayor Peter Chirico. To learn more about the Solve the Crisis campaign, visit solvethecrisis.ca. Ontarians are asked to participate in the campaign through the correspondence portal on the website and by contacting their local MPP.
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From April 13, 2025 to April 16, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below. Sunday, April 13, Starting 9:00 pm: Porcupine/ South Porcupine: King, Harold, Bruce, Main. Monday, April 14, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins West: Norman, Joseph, Power. Tuesday, April 15, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins: Victoria, Pine St N (Sixth to Brousseau). Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From April 14, 2025 to April 17, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below. Monday, April 14, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Lillian, Lemieux, Lemoyne, School, Leonard. South Porcupine: Leighton, Allan, Warner. Tuesday, April 15, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Acres, Bonaventure (Shirley to Majestic). South Porcupine: Galbraith, Glenn, MacDougall, Smith. Wednesday, April 16, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Wende, Tonelli. South Porcupine: Strachan, Quebec, Legion (Bruce to Quebec), O’Brian. Thursday, April 17, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Huron, Cedar St S (Sterling to Huron and Moneta to Sterling), Graham Lane, Balsam St S (Moneta to Sterling). Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking place. High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets); Low density residential areas Night Operation: Highway sections; High density commercial sections; Main Arterial Routes. Safety: A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important. We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Public Works
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From April 6, 2025 to April 10, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below. Sunday, April 6, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins West: Shirley, Park, Power, Joseph. Monday, April 7, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins Fogg Hill: Charles, Avenue, Poplar, Fogg St N, Oak, Anne, Gilles. Tuesday, April 8, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault, Vimy. Wednesday, April 9, 2025, Starting 9:00pm: Timmins South: Algonquin (Maclean to Mattagami Bridge), Fogg, Cloutier, Cameron, Rea, Preston, Wilcox (Algonquin to Commercial). Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From April 7, 2025 to April 11, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below. Monday, April 7, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Leblanc, Cody, Coronation, Wilcox (Southern to Sterling), Delmonte, Tonelli, Sterling (Delmonte to Mountjoy). South Porcupine: Julie, Sony, Nadine, Crawford St N, Main St N, Moore St N, Legion St N. Tuesday, April 8, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Frontenac, Champlain, Brock, Hudson. Porcupine: Eric, Viola, Bristol, Florence St S. Wednesday, April 9, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Floral, Lincoln, Crescent, Carling. South Porcupine: Essa, Strachan, Quebec, Legion. Thursday, April 10, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Polaris, Quartz, George, Jade. Friday, April 11, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts. South Porcupine: Evans, Laffin, Dunn, Goldrush. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking place. High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets); Low density residential areas Night Operation: Highway sections; High density commercial sections; Main Arterial Routes. Safety: A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important. We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Public Works
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From March 30, 2025 to April 3, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below. Sunday, March 30, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins West: Shirley, Park, Power, Joseph. Monday, March 31, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: JV Bonhomme, College, Denise. Tuesday, April 1, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: Westmount (College to Airport), Suzanne, Lonergan, Riverpark. Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Starting 9:00pm: Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault, Vimy. Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From March 31, 2025 to April 4, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below. Monday, March 31, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Lemieux, Lillian, Craig, Vanier, Lemoyne, School. Porcupine: Spillenaar, Tyyne, Daniel, David, Grace. Tuesday, April 1, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Hart (Murdock to Ross), Patricia (Eighth to Ross), Murdock. Porcupine: Hellen, Helmer, Fern. Wednesday, April 2, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Cherry, Empire, Murdock, Howard, Harmony, Burke. South Porcupine: Julie, Sony, Nadine, Crawford St N, Main St N, Moore St N, Legion St N. Thursday, April 3, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Hemlock, Tamarack, Spruce. Timmins West: Center, Woodland, Lynwood. Friday, April 4, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts. South Porcupine: Strachan, Quebec, Evans, Laffin. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking place. High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets); Low density residential areas Night Operation: Highway sections; High density commercial sections; Main Arterial Routes. Safety: A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important. We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Public Works
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From March 23, 2025 to March 27, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below. Sunday, March 23, Starting 9:00 pm: BIA: Pine (Fifth to Kirby), Cedar (Fifth to Kirby), Balsam (Fifth to First). Monday, March 24, Starting 9:00 pm: BIA: Spruce (Sixth to Kirby), Second, Third. Tuesday, March 25, Starting 9:00 pm: BIA: Birch (Fifth to Second), Maple (Fifth to Second), Elm (Fifth to Second). Wednesday, March 26, 2025, Starting 9:00pm: Timmins South: Cameron (Algonquin to Columbus), Preston (Algonquin to Southern), Mountjoy. Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From March 24, 2025 to March 28, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below. Monday, March 24, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: First (Pine to Mountjoy), Elm (Second to Dead end), Maple (Second to Dead end). Porcupine: Ferguson, Lawrence, Clement Tuesday, March 25, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Chenier, Maurice, Richard. Porcupine: Michener, Girdwood, Renison, Bergeron. Wednesday, March 26, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Rea (Algonquin to Jubilee), Belleview. South Porcupine: Bloor, Shamrock, Dome. Thursday, March 27, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Camille, Laurentian. Timmins North: Hart (Murdock to Ross), Patricia (Eighth to Ross), Murdock. Friday, March 28, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Greeningdon, Clifford, Chestnut. Porcupine: Spillenaar, Tyyne, Daniel, David, Grace. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking place. High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets); Low density residential areas Night Operation: Highway sections; High density commercial sections; Main Arterial Routes. Safety: A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important. We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Public Works
Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From March 16, 2025 to March 20, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below. Sunday, March 16, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link South Porcupine: Harold (Beer Store to Tim Hortons), Bruce Ave, Main. Monday, March 17, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: HWY 101 East/Algonquin (Father Costello to Brunette). Tuesday, March 18, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: Riverside (Bridge to Shirley). Wednesday, March 19, 2025, Starting 9:00pm: Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault. Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From March 17, 2025 to March 21, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below. Monday, March 17, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Bannerman, Belanger. South Porcupine: William, Cecil, Broadway, O’Brian. Tuesday, March 18, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Birch (Fifth to Ninth), Balsam (Fifth to Ninth). Schumacher: Croatia, Father Costello Dr, Claimpost Trail. Wednesday, March 19, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Rea (Belanger to Southern), Belanger. South Porcupine: Moore, Huot, Front. Thursday, March 20, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Rea (Powerline to Jubilee), Belleview. Timmins West: Chenier, Maurice, Richard. Friday, March 21, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Clifford, Greeningdon, Chestnut. South Porcupine: Main St N (Harold to Dead End), Moore St N (Harold to Dead End), Legion St N (Harold to Dead End), Evans, Laffin. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Winter Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Snow Removal Crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking place. High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets); Low density residential areas Night Operation: Highway sections; High density commercial sections; Main Arterial Routes. Safety: A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important. We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. Public Works
Plans to begin annual rehabilitation of the City’s Connecting Link were given the green light at last night’s council meeting. Council has awarded the contract for Hwy. 101 reconstruction to GIP Interpaving Ltd. in the amount of $21,758,222 + HST. Segment 13 of the Connecting Link is scheduled this year, with work moving east from Crawford St. to the Porcupine River Bridge. Due to the length of the segment, work is planned over two years and includes full asphalt restoration, drainage improvements, and new street lights and traffic signals. A new sidewalk is being added to the north side of Hwy. 101 between Crawford St. and the Porcupine Mall, which will improve pedestrian safety and walkability along the busy thoroughfare. The City is also planning ahead for future growth and development by upsizing the current watermain, building capacity and efficiency in the City’s water distribution system. “Reconstruction of Segment 13 is top priority due to the age of the infrastructure and asphalt quality,” says Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “We’re anticipating little to no disruption for residents, business owners, and drivers. This section will require temporary lane reductions only, with no significant traffic detours and minor delays. Access to business entrances will be maintained at all times.” As part of the project, improvements are also being made to the entrance of the Integrated Emergency Services Complex, which includes the Whitney Volunteer Fire Hall, by moving it to align with the traffic lights at the Porcupine Mall. “We have worked with AECOM to ensure that while we rehabilitate the road, we are actively making improvements that will better serve the community,” adds Tam. “We are working to support future development and improve safety along this important transportation corridor.” For more information on the Connecting Link, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links.
With Algonquin Blvd. E. now open following construction, we understand that there are some concerns with the timing sequence of the lights on Algonquin Blvd. E. between Mountjoy St. and Spruce St. New software and programming has been installed as part of road upgrades. Our staff are currently working with contractors to ensure that everything is working properly. This includes the new lights adjacent to Hollinger Park. We appreciate your patience and will continue to provide updates.
Algonquin Blvd. is scheduled to re-open to traffic between Cedar St. and Brunette Rd. on Thursday, November 21, 2024. This week, contractors will finish temporary line painting and begin turning on the traffic signals between Cedar St. and Brunette Rd., including the new traffic light and crossing on Algonquin Blvd. adjacent to Hollinger Park. The new traffic light for pedestrians and snowmobiles will add another stop along Algonquin Blvd. to allow for safe passage and access to service stations from one side of Algonquin to the other, particularly for snowmobiles accessing the trail network. This is a timed light with a standard green, yellow, and red sequence. Traffic will be stopped for three situations: on-demand pedestrian crossing, on-demand snowmobile crossing (seasonal only), and timed for left-turns exiting KFC. Starting today (November 18), crews will begin to remove the temporary traffic controls (traffic lights) at Brunette Rd./Second Ave. and Second Ave./Mountjoy St. S. Over the next 3 days, the temporary stop signs on Sixth Ave. (east-west traffic) will be removed. The traffic lights in the downtown core will return to signaled lights on weekdays between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Temporary speed limits on Airport Rd. from Laforest Rd. through the area of the Kraft Creek Bridge (approximately 1.25 km's) will be removed. The temporary heavy commercial truck traffic detour will end once Algonquin Blvd. re-opens. Timmins Transit’s Route 16 stop at Park Road Square will resume once Algonquin Blvd. is open. Reminder: The stop sign on Pine St. N. at Sixth Ave. is now a permanent 4-way stop. Once the detours are removed and the road is open, please use extra caution when driving. Obey all posted traffic signage. Be patient with other drivers as we re-learn the original routes. Thank you for your continued patience as we’ve navigated 7 months of construction. This section completes all three downtown segments.
Please be advised that the City Hall parking lot on Cedar St. N. will be closed for parking and to motor vehicles from October 25 - November 8, 2024. Both the front hall and accessible entrance to City Hall (elevator access) will remain open. Cedar St. N. will be closed north of the laneway behind City Hall. Work is being done to connect the City's sanitary sewer system to new underground infrastructure as part of Connecting Link construction. A temporary pedestrian crossing will be installed across Algonquin Blvd. E. at Cedar St. to accommodate parking in the municipal lots south of Algonquin. The wests sidewalk along Cedar St. N. will also remain accessible, with the construction zone clearly marked with signage and fencing. We appreciate your continued cooperation.
Work to grade and repave the Mattagami Bridge pedestrian underpass starts on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The path will be closed for approximately 2 weeks while work is completed. Rehabilitation of the Mattagami Bridge as part of this year's Connecting Link construction includes work to improve the pedestrian underpass and extend the paved path to the Mountjoy Farmer's Market pavilion. We appreciate your cooperation while work is completed.