March 2025 - Posts
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
Becky Cashmore
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.
Amanda Dyer
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is declaring changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 15, 2025 – March 21, 2025
Areas being affected that will not have snow removal due to a Significant Weather Event and will be re-scheduled for a later date:
Friday, March 21, 2025
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.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city-wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Friday, March 21 at 12:01am. and is anticipated to last all day and may continue into the evening.
Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.
We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. Parking on the street is not permitted on any day between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
Public Works Department
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department, Waste Management Division, wishes to advise the public that the German Township Landfill site is closed today March 20, 2025, due to inclement weather.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience.
Environmental Services Department, Waste Management Division
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department - Waste Management Division, wishes to advise the residents that waste carts that are normally scheduled for pick up on Thursday will be delayed or postponed until tomorrow, Friday March 21, 2025, due to inclement weather.
The Environmental Services Department will provide updates as the day continues.
If your carts are not collected today, please have them curbside no later than 7:30 AM Friday March 21, 2025.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your patience.
Environmental Services Department, Waste Management Division
Sara Perron
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is declaring changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 15, 2025 – March 21, 2025
Areas being affected that will not have snow removal due to a Significant Weather Event and will be re-scheduled for next week:
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Night Shift Snow Removal – Timmins North: Maclean, Theriault.
Thursday, March 20, 2025
Day Shift Snow Removal – Timmins North: Rea (Powerline to Jubilee), Belleview. Timmins West: Chenier, Maurice, Richard.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239/02). Starting at 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Due to the winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada and modeling with the amount of snow forecasted, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks. City resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.
Environment Canada is predicting a major winter storm with snow, heavy at times, and local blowing snow expected to begin tonight and continuing through Friday before tapering off Saturday evening. Potential hazards include:
• Total snowfall amounts of 20 to 40 cm.
• Peak snowfall rates of 3 to 5 cm per hour.
• Poor visibility in heavy snow and local blowing snow.
Environment Canada advises residents to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.
Weather may also impact Timmins Transit service. Delays and/or cancellation of services may occur. Updates will be shared via the City website and social media.
We also remind residents that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30 unless otherwise posted.
Residents are also reminded that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property onto the road or sidewalk.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239/02). Starting at 6:00 PM Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
Due to the winter storm warning issued by Environment Canada and modeling with the amount of snow forecasted, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks. City resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.
Environment Canada is predicting a major winter storm with snow, heavy at times, and local blowing snow expected to begin tonight and continuing through Friday before tapering off Saturday evening. Potential hazards include:
• Total snowfall amounts of 20 to 40 cm.
• Peak snowfall rates of 3 to 5 cm per hour.
• Poor visibility in heavy snow and local blowing snow.
Environment Canada advises residents to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve. Surfaces such as highways, roads, walkways and parking lots may become difficult to navigate due to accumulating snow.
Weather may also impact Timmins Transit service. Delays and/or cancellation of services may occur. Updates will be shared via the City website and social media.
We also remind residents that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30 unless otherwise posted.
Residents are also reminded that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property onto the road or sidewalk.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins City Council has approved the use of municipal land located on Pine St. S. for an encampment response initiative in partnership with the Cochrane District Services Board (CDSB). Now, administration has been directed to enter into negotiations with CDSB on the lease or sale of the property. Final approval of the lease or sale will be confirmed once City Council is satisfied that an appropriate service plan is in place to support the H.O.P.E. (Housing, Outreach, Protection, and Engagement) initiative.
The project would see modular units, similar to what is used in mining for remote camps, used to create up to 40 temporary shelter spaces. The H.O.P.E initiative would offer safe, secure shelter that addresses the immediate needs of people experiencing homelessness, while supporting the City’s efforts to manage encampments in public parks and spaces. Preliminary funding for the project was received in late January from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing.
On February 17, 2025, Council directed City staff to carry out community consultation to help inform site selection. Over 3,400 residents participated through a transparent engagement process, which included in-person focus groups and outreach for people with lived or living experience of homelessness. The Pine St. S. location received 33.61% of the public vote, with respondents preferring the distance from residential neighbourhoods. Neighbourhood impact was a key concern for over 48% of respondents, who worried about safety, property values, and overall neighbourhood well-being.
“Community consultation was crucial to inform Council’s final decision on site selection,” says Mayor Michelle Boileau. “The challenge is balancing community concerns with practical service delivery, including how the City maintains safe public parks and playgrounds. We have an opportunity to work with the province to help address encampments in a way that prioritizes safety. Safety for individuals requiring temporary shelter, and safety for community members who have felt that their access to public spaces has been impeded.”
City staff will continue to work with CDSB to ensure that municipal service requirements, including public transportation, waste management and sanitation, are available if required. Further communication on the H.O.P.E. initiative, including site preparation, service delivery, and facility management, will now be coordinated by CDSB.
To review the results of the City’s community consultation process, visit: https://bit.ly/3FsUgwk
Amanda Dyer
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