The City of Timmins is proud to be among the first major donors supporting redevelopment of the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) Emergency Department. This $2 million commitment was included in and approved through the City’s 2025 budget earlier this year, and will be allocated for this project over the next four years. “Council’s early investment of $2 million reflects our commitment to help ensure that residents have access to excellent emergency care where and when they need it,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We consider this a shared investment from every resident that will directly improve quality of life for more patients and families here in Timmins and across the region.” The Ontario government recently announced plans to renovate and expand the hospital’s emergency department up to four times its current size. The project will add over 27,000 square feet, with increased patient capacity and space for dedicated emergency mental health care. “I want to thank the Ontario government and specifically Minister George Pirie and Minister Sylvia Jones for their leadership and support,” adds Boileau. “A community that is connected to quality healthcare is a community that will continue to thrive.” This investment builds on the City’s ongoing commitment to strengthen local healthcare, including support for physician recruitment through Timmins Economic Development, continued funding for the TADH Medical Specialist Building, and the redevelopment of the Golden Manor long-term care facility.
The City of Timmins and CUPE Local 1544, representing Timmins Transit staff, have reached a second tentative agreement following continued negotiations today. The tentative agreement will be brought forward to CUPE Local 1544 members for a ratification vote. If ratified by the membership, the agreement will then be presented to Timmins City Council at its Tuesday meeting for approval. Once the agreement is finalized, the City of Timmins and Timmins Transit will begin working on a plan to reinstate transit services as soon as possible. At this time, all Timmins Transit services remain suspended including conventional bus, paratransit service, and the Northern College Express. For updates and more information, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/timmins_transit/timmins_transit_-_strike_information.
The following municipal services will be closed or unavailable on Thanksgiving Monday (October 13, 2025): Service Timmins and the Provincial Offences Centre will be closed Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on October 13 will be collected on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 Deloro Landfill is closed The Timmins Museum: NEC will be closed Both branches of the Timmins Public Library will be closed The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool will be closed Cemetery office will be closed For more information about municipal services visit www.timmins.ca or call Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.
The City of Timmins has confirmed that a one-hour meeting has been scheduled with the Ministry of Labour’s conciliation officer for Friday, October 10, 2025, to discuss the union’s concerns. The City has had no formal communication from CUPE Local 1544 since Timmins Transit staff walked off the job on September 28, 2025. A conciliation officer is appointed by the Ministry of Labour to help facilitate discussions between the union and employer in an effort to move toward resolution. If a tentative agreement is reached through conciliation, it would require ratification by Timmins City Council before plans for a return to work can be finalized. At this time, all Timmins Transit services remain suspended including conventional bus, paratransit service, and the Northern College Express. The City understands the impact this disruption has had on residents, riders, and students and remains committed to achieving a fair agreement that ensures the sustainability of public transportation services. For updates and more information, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/timmins_transit/timmins_transit_-_strike_information.
The City of Timmins has launched a new online registration platform for short-term rental properties in compliance with By-law 2025-9085. Effective January 14, 2025, all local short-term rental properties were required to register with the City as a business and charge a 4% Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) on all short-term stays. The online system makes it easier for property owners to apply for a business license, register their rental, and submit required license fees and MAT payments. Payments are due monthly and apply to all short-term rental bookings completed since January 14, 2025. Any owners identified as unregistered will be required to remit backdated MAT payments to this start date. The City is working with Granicus, a short-term rental compliance solution, that supports owners and operators, while also providing the City’s Enforcement Services with tools to locate short-term rental listings, verify registrations, and confirm that MAT payments are being properly remitted. The City is encouraging all short-term rental property owners to complete their registration now through the online platform. Over the next 60 days, Enforcement Services will begin contacting property owners directly who are not in compliance. For more information on short-term rental requirements: www.timmins.ca/doing_business/business_licensing/short-_term_rental_operators___hosts. To register a short-term rental property: https://secure-ca.hostcompliance.com/timmins-on/permit-registration/welcome. For more information on the Municipal Transient Accommodation Tax (MAT): www.timmins.ca/our_services/finance/municipal_accommodations_tax
The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of emergency watermain break within the following area: Timmins West: • Roblin St. from Riverside Dr to Lawlor Ave. Date & Time of Disruption: • October 10, 2025 – 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 within the following area: Mountjoy Area: • Camille St between Shirley St. and Gatineau Blvd. Date & Time of Disruption: • October 1, 2025 – 8:00AM to 5:00PM 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 hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas. Affected Areas: South Porcupine & Porcupine Area starting on September 4, 2025 from Porcupine Bridge heading east to Falcon Rd. Please refer to map for flushing areas Time of Disruption: September 4, 2025 to October 3, 2025 Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water following the testing. 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 complete the test. Once the test is complete 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. 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.
Planned essential maintenance will be taking place at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant which requires the use of the raw sewage pumping station overflow line on September 3, 2025 for approximately six (6) hours (8AM to 2PM). This overflow is required to conduct essential maintenance to the primary clarifier distribution channel. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has been notified and samples will be collected. Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Address: 551 Airport Road Start date: September 3, 2025 Start time: 9:34 am End date: September 3, 2025 End time: 2:59 pm Volume by-passed: 4,102.403 We’re reminding residents that only human waste and small amounts of toilet paper should be flushed. Baby wipes, feminine products, dental floss, cotton swabs, cleaning and disinfectant wipes, toilet bowl scrubbers and paper towels might be labeled "flushable," but they are not! These products do not break down in the sewer system and can cause plugs in sewer pipes and pumps, resulting in sewer backups, overflows, costly cleanups and sewage equipment replacement. While it may seem convenient to dispose of various materials in this manner, it can have severe consequences for our sewage works. Please dispose of non-flushable items in the waste receptacle, ensuring they are properly bagged. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter. By working together to practice responsible waste disposal, we can help maintain the integrity of our sewage system.
Location: Algonquin Blvd. (Hwy 101. E) at Hwy. 655 intersection (east side) Pedestrian access across the east side of the Algonquin Blvd. E and Hwy. 655 intersection is no longer available. Pedestrians are required to use the west side of the crosswalk to travel north/south through the intersection. Signs will be installed on the east side to direct pedestrians, and pedestrian signal heads have been bagged and will be removed. For your safety, please follow posted signs and use the designated crosswalk on the west side of the intersection. Thank you for your cooperation.
Please be advised, a Special Council Meeting will be held on Friday, August 22, 2025, with a closed meeting beginning at 12:00 p.m. and a Special Meeting to follow. Location: Council Chambers Address: 220 Algonquin Blvd. E., Timmins, ON The full agenda package is available to the public for viewing 24 hours prior to the meeting at: https://timmins.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingSchedule.aspx
Mayor Michelle Boileau and senior municipal staff will be representing Timmins at the 2025 Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) Conference, taking place in Ottawa from August 17 to 20, 2025. This year, Timmins’ delegation will meet with Parliamentary Assistant Ric Bresee, Ministry of Transportation, to seek updates on provincial funding for Hwy. 67 (Municipal Rd.) and make a case for a northern bypass route to redirect heavy truck traffic away from the urban core. “The proposed northern bypass is not just about moving traffic, it’s about ensuring the safe and efficient flow of goods, reducing wear on our roads, and supporting the industries that sustain our community,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “The AMO Conference gives us the chance to advocate directly to provincial decision-makers for investments that will benefit Timmins now and in the future.” Mayor Boileau and senior staff will also meet with Solicitor General Michael Kerzner to address bail reform and rising policing costs, followed by a separate meeting with the Northern Ontario Large Urban Mayors (NOLUM) group to discuss broader northern policing priorities. The AMO Conference is Ontario’s largest annual gathering of municipal leaders, providing a crucial platform to meet directly with provincial ministers, parliamentary assistants, and senior government staff.
Timmins City Council has approved a $500,000 contribution from the City’s portion of the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT) to support the construction of a new Multi-Sport Dome at Northern College’s Timmins Campus. The funding will be provided to Northern College upon completion of the facility, helping to support the purchase of new sports and fitness equipment for the community-focused recreational space. The Multi-Sport Dome is designed to provide year-round access to indoor recreation opportunities, and aligns with the City’s ongoing commitment to enhancing local recreational infrastructure. The Municipal Accommodation Tax is collected from overnight stays at local accommodations, with a portion allocated to projects and initiatives that directly benefit residents. Quotes: “This project is an example of how strong community partnerships can improve quality of life in Timmins. By working together with Northern College, we’re creating more opportunities for residents to stay active and connect in a modern and inclusive space." ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau “Northern College is renewing its focus on its fundamental role as a community college and providing community spaces and support is central to that role. We play a central role in developing and maintaining talent pipelines with community, industry and business partners, and with the support from the City of Timmins through the MAT Tax funding the addition of this multi-function space supports our vision, and that of the broader community and region in efforts to attract newcomers to northeastern Ontario.” ~ Mitch Dumas, President and CEO of Northern College.
City Council has voted to include a referendum question on the ballot for the 2026 Municipal Election, giving residents the opportunity to vote on a potential change to the way City Council members are elected. Residents will be asked, "Do you support changing the current Ward System for electing members of Council? Yes or No." This decision stems from Council Resolution #25-114, passed on April 8, 2025, which directed the City Clerk to initiate the process required to bring this question before local voters. The question is being added in accordance with Section 8.1(3) of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996, which mandates public notice and consultation prior to passing a by-law to place a referendum question on the ballot. If the referendum is approved by a majority of voters, options for changing the electoral system will then brought forward ahead of the 2030 Municipal Election. “If the majority of electors vote in favour of changing the current ward system, the City will begin exploring potential models for representation,” said Steph Palmateer, City Clerk and Director of Community Services. “At this time, no specific changes have been proposed—those options will only be developed and presented following an approved referendum.”
Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From June 16, 2025 to June 20, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Monday, June 16, Starting 7:30 am: Porcupine: Bristol Road, New Street Timmins North: University, Melrose, Graye, Reg Pope, Mascioli, Logan Kerr Tuesday, June 17, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Hallnor Road Timmins North: Argento, Brian Romain, J.V.Bonhomme, Kelly Anne, Renee Place Wednesday, June 18, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Lozanne, Lois, Lonergan, Malette, Couture, Delia, Martin, Riverpark, Randal Thursday, June 19, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Spooner, Suzanne, Laminen, Emile, Fay, Donna, Westmount, Airport to Dieppe, Louise, McClinton Friday, June 20, Starting at 7:30 am: Timmins North: Roblin, Emerald, Lawlor, Cooks Lake Road Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance. Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations: Day Operation: Sweeping Operations are 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 Sweeping Operations 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From June 8, 2025 to June 12, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Sunday, June 8, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins South: Pine (Kirby to Evelyn), Moneta (Pine to Vipond), Wilson. Monday, June 9, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: Pine (Sixth to Hendry), Maclean (Vimy to JV Bonhomme). Tuesday, June 10, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins: Laforest Bridge, Lafleur Bridge, Airport Road Bridge. Wednesday, June 11, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins South: Mountjoy, Parking Lots. Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From June 9, 2025 to June 13, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Monday, June 9, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Smith, Allan, Leighton, Dunn, Warner, Walter Lane, Evans. Timmins North: Balsam, Birch, Maple, Lavigne, Conrad. Tuesday, June 10, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Lyall, McDougall, Galbraith, Glenn, Smith, Summers, Tisdale. Timmins North: Oak, Ann (Gillies to Dead End), Cameron (Theriault to Dead End), Ann (Cameron to Dead End), Hillside, O’Neil, Pearl, McLeod. Wednesday, June 11, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Laffin, Evans, Station. Timmins North: Murray, Tamarack, Spruce, Cedar, Hendry. Thursday, June 12, Starting 7:30 am: Schumacher: Vipond Road Overpass, Delnite. Timmins North: Bartleman, Eyre, Churchill. Friday, June 13, Starting at 7:30 am: Porcupine: Florence St N, Division, Remembrance, Henry St N, Ottolen, Ruth St N, Rekela St N. Timmins North: Carlin, Polaris, Quartz, Jade. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance. Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations: Day Operation: Sweeping Operations are 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 Sweeping Operations 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From June 1, 2025 to June 5, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Sunday, June 1, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins BIA: Second, Third, Brunette, Railway. Monday, June 2, Starting 9:00 pm: South Porcupine: Main, Bruce, Crawford, Golden. Tuesday, June 3, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: Toke, Ross. Wednesday, June 4, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins North: Jubilee, Theriault, College (Jubilee to Victoria). Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From June 2, 2025 to June 6, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Monday, June 2, Starting 7:30 am: Porcupine: Viola, Eric, Girdwood, Renison, Bergeron. Timmins South: Birch (Second to Ogden), Maple, Elm (Second to Dead End). Tuesday, June 3, Starting 7:30 am: Porcupine: Clement, Lawrence, Ferguson, Michener. Timmins North: Fifth (Cedar to Mountjoy), Sixth (Toke to Mountjoy), Balsam, Birch, Maple, Elm (Fifth to Algonquin). Wednesday, June 4, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Commercial, Belanger. Porcupine: Spillnaar, Tynne, Grace, Daniel, David. Thursday, June 5, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Borden, Laurier, Floral, Crescent, Lincoln. Schumacher: Goldmine Road over pass, Ankerite, ShawCreek. Friday, June 6, Starting at 7:30 am: Timmins South: Bannerman, Middleton, Windsor. South Porcupine: Legion, Moore, Strachan. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance. Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations: Day Operation: Sweeping Operations are 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 Sweeping Operations 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From May 25, 2025 to May 29, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Sunday, May 25, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: Hwy 101 – Legion to Carium, Bruce Y. Monday, May 26, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins BIA: Spruce, Pine, Cedar (all Sixth to Kirby). Tuesday, May 27, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins BIA: Balsam, Birch, Maple (all Fifth to Second). Wednesday, May 28, Starting 9:00 pm: Timmins BIA: Second (Spruce to Mountjoy), Third, Elm (Fifth to Second). Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From May 26, 2025 to May 30, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Monday, May 26, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Dome, Shamrock, Bloor. Timmins South: Spruce (Kirby to Snow Dump), Kirby, Ogden, Columbus. Tuesday, May 27, Starting 7:30 am: South Porcupine: Hellen, Helmer, Fern, Main N, Legion N, Moore N, Crawford N. Wednesday, May 28, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Poplar, Willow, Oak, Ann, Fogg, Cloutier, Charles, Vimy, Gillies. South Porcupine: Sony, Nadine, Julie. Thursday, May 29, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Park, Hudson, Laval, Frontenac, Champlain, Brock, Carleton, Thoedore. Schumacher: Croatia, Brundy, Carium, Goldale, Vipond. Friday, May 30, Starting at 7:30 am: Timmins South: Kent, Way, Wendy, Montgomery. Porcupine: Princess, Boucher, Duke W, Ristimaki, Seguin. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance. Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations: Day Operation: Sweeping Operations are 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 Sweeping Operations 9:00 pm to 7:00 am From May 19, 2025 to May 22, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Monday, May 19, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: Algonquin - Mountjoy to Theriault Tuesday, May 20, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: Porcupine - King - Bob’s Lake to Bristol Wednesday, May 21, Starting 9:00 pm: Connecting Link: South Porcupine - Harold - Crawford to Legion Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm From May 20, 2025 to May 23, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below. Tuesday, May 20, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins West: Craig, Lemieux, Lillian, Leonard, Lemoyne, McDuff, School. South Porcupine: William, Cecil, Powell Wednesday, May 21, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins North: Cedar (Fifth to Ross), Balsam (Fifth to Dead End). South Porcupine: Front, Huot, O’Brian, Broadway, Essa Thursday, May 22, Starting 7:30 am: Timmins South: Balsam (Second to Ogden), Cedar (Kirby to Ogden), First. Schumacher: Hollinger Lane, Les Hall, Boundary, Aura Lake. Friday, May 23, Starting at 7:30 am: Timmins North: Birch (Fifth to Ninth), Maple (Fifth to Ninth). Schumacher: Father Costello, MacIntyre, Lionscrest. Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance. Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations: Day Operation: Sweeping Operations are 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
Starting Monday, August 18, the small section of Lawrence St. between Michener Blvd. and Hwy 101 E. will be closed. Contractors will be excavating for in-ground services. We expect the closure to take approximately 2 weeks. Traffic on Hwy 101 E. will not be impacted. A road closed sign will be placed on Ferguson Rd. at Lawrence St. with access for local traffic only. Crawford and Bristol are available for detours. Learn more about the City's full rehabilitation of the Connecting Link at: www.timmins.ca/connecting_link
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.