Daytime Street Sweeping 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

From June 03 to June 07, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing street sweeping in the areas listed below.

Monday, June 03, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Rheaume, Shub, College, Reg Pope, Ray Canie, Mascioli

South Porcupine: Laffin Lyall, McDougall, Galbraith, Glenn

Tuesday, June 04, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Logan Kerr, Schneider, Argento, Brian Romain, JV Bonhomme, Jade (Rea to Melrose)

South Porcupine: Evans, Allan, Leighton, Goldrush, Warner, Dunn

Wednesday, June 05, Starting 7:30 am:

South Porcupine: Tisdale, Evans, Goldmine Rd. Overpass

Thursday, June 06, Starting 7:30 am:

South Porcupine: Shaw Creek, Delnite, Cooks Rd. Bluejay, Ankerite

Friday June 07 Starting 7:30 am: Schumacher: Vipond Rd. Overpass

Note on the Plan:

Sweeping Operations will take several weeks to complete. There is a lot of sand to pick up every year, so we ask residents to remain patient. Weather conditions and mechanical issues play a major role in how quickly Public Works can complete the sweeping operations. Heavy rain and subzero temperatures will halt operations.

Posted No Parking Signs Advising Spring Maintenance:

Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Spring Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Street Sweeping Crew to advance.

Priority Sequence for Street Sweeping Operations:

Day Operation:

Street Sweeping is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken 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

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas:

Areas:
Timmins South: Starting on Algonquin Blvd. East heading South from Mountjoy St. South to Vipond Rd.

South Porcupine: starting at Harold Ave. heading South from Legion Dr. to Huot St. including Connaught Hill.

Time of Disruption:
May 30, 2024, to June 29, 2024, between 7:30am–6:00pm

Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water. 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 you see discoloured water, 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 concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.

City-wide pressure and hydrant flow testing is starting Wednesday, May 29, 2024. This is part of the City’s Infrastructure Needs Study.

On the dates listed below, homeowners and businesses in the included areas 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.

If you experience discoloured water, 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.

The testing period is scheduled between May 29 to June 4, 2024.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing/flow testing activities around the following addresses:

Areas:

Mountjoy
• 2318 Riverside Dr.
• 62 St-Jean St.

Timmins North
• 670 Airport Rd.
• 159 Toke St.
• 503 Pine St. N.
• 940-1012 Maclean Dr.

Timmins South
• 303 Spruce St. South
• 107 Wilson Ave.

Schumacher
• 34 Dwyer Ave.
• 1645 Goldmine Rd.

South Porcupine
• 3 Strachan Ave.
• 213 Queen St.

Date & Time of Disruption:
• May 28, 2024, to June 5, 2024, between 7:30am-8:00pm

Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water. 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 you see discoloured water, 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 concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.

Night Time Street Sweeping 9:00 pm to 7:00 am

From May 26 to May 29, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time street sweeping in the areas listed below.

Sunday May 26 Starting 9:00 pm:

Downtown Lanes Timmins

Monday May 27 Starting 9:00 pm:

Parking Lots Timmins

Tuesday May 28 Starting 9:00 pm:

Parking Lots Timmins

Wednesday May 29 Starting 9:00 pm:

Timmins South: Mountjoy, Pine 

Daytime Street Sweeping 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

From May 27 to May 31, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing street sweeping in the areas listed below.

Monday May 27 Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins West: Park, Power

South Porcupine: William, Cecil, Powell

Tuesday May 28 Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Donna, Emile, Fay, Lamminen, Spooner, Randall

South Porcupine: Front, Huot, O’Brian, Broadway, Essa

Wednesday May 29 Starting 7:30 am: 

Timmins North: Martin, Delia, Couture, Jean, Malette, Kelly Ann

South Porcupine: Dome, Shamrock, Bloor

Thursday May 30 Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Lozanne, Lois, Rosemarie, Lalonde, Demine, Morandin

South Porcupine: Overpass Goldmine Rd. Overpass Vipond Rd.

Friday May 31 Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins: Parking Lots

South Porcupine: Legion, Moore, Strachan, Quebec.

Note on the Plan:

Sweeping Operations will take several weeks to complete. There is a lot of sand to pick up every year, so we ask residents to remain patient. Weather conditions and mechanical issues play a major role in how quickly Public Works can complete the sweeping operations. Heavy rain and subzero temperatures will halt operations.

Posted No Parking Signs Advising Spring Maintenance:

Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Spring Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Street Sweeping Crew to advance.

Priority Sequence for Street Sweeping Operations: Day Operation:

Street Sweeping is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken 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

Statement from the Mayor - May 24, 2024

Statistics Canada has released their latest population estimates, with Timmins’ population in 2023 at 44,819, an increase of 3.85% over the previous year. If the projections are correct, this is the highest Timmins population has been in over a decade. This is a positive indication that Timmins’ population is beginning to rebound and that opportunities in immigration and industry are driving people north.

People are choosing to move to Timmins. Recent announcements in the mining sector are creating a wide range of employment options, strengthening the skilled labour market. Available employment in mining attracts both permanent and temporary workers. With this, comes the opportunity for growth and development across multiple sectors, such as education and health care.

Since the last confirmed census in 2021, over 700 permanent residents have immigrated to Timmins through pathways like the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP). RNIP is connecting skilled foreign workers with eligible employers, providing a solution for labour shortages, and bringing individuals and families to Timmins who are contributing positively to our local economy and community. This is economic immigration at work and it’s definitely a contributing factor to the growth of Timmins.

The Timmins Economic Development Corporation has also seen success through their workforce attraction project, which launched in June of 2023 with a similar goal of drawing skilled labour to Timmins. This initiative highlights the robust employment opportunities that are available and has successfully welcomed new residents to our area.

It’s important to note that the latest population estimates are based on data from both permanent and temporary residents, including students, giving us a clearer picture of our city’s actual needs, especially in terms of housing and infrastructure. This allows us to better plan for and address the needs of residents, ensuring that future housing developments, capital investments in infrastructure, and improvement of affordable recreation, are adequate and prepare us for the future. We are committed to creating a dynamic and thriving community with more than enough room to grow. This is a positive start!

Mayor Michelle Boileau, City of Timmins

The Public Works Department has lifted the seasonal reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers effective Thursday, May 23, 2024, with the exception of Connaught Rd.

Reduced load restrictions are put in place to protect sensitive road infrastructure on certain highways and streets within the City of Timmins.  Heavy loads can damage roads that may be weakened by excess water in the road base. Some year-round restrictions stay in place on roads that are susceptible to damage from heavy vehicles. 

Learn more about the how the City is working to maintain our roads online at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure.

May 19 to 25, 2024 is National Public Works Week, an opportunity to educate and inform the community about the vital role Public Works plays in our daily lives.

We have 148 dedicated full-time staff in the City of Timmins Public Works Department who work every day to deliver necessary services, from providing clean and sustainable drinking water to maintaining our roads and sidewalks.

Since 1960, municipalities across Canada have been recognizing National Public Works Week. This year’s theme is “Advancing Quality of Life for All,” and it has never been more true of the efforts made by Public Works. Our team is committed to keeping our community safe, clean, and beautiful by making improvements in sharps collection, waste management, and recycling.

New in 2024, the Public Works Dept. has launched a pilot project for needle pick up, to ensure that public spaces like sidewalks, boulevards, and roadways remain free of drug-related litter. Public Works revised the residential curbside bulk item collection program to better assist residents during spring cleanup, by moving the collection dates to early May and offering waived tipping fees on one residential waste load per household.

Public Works is also collaborating with our Community Safety and Well-Being team on the “Adopt-a-Block” Community Clean Up, to help residents reduce waste around their neighbourhoods and parks. It’s perfect, because the Community Clean Up Days are May 24 and 25, during National Public Works Week! Over 150 residents, local businesses, and organizations have signed up to help Public Works keep Timmins clean and beautiful.

Download and print our Public Works colouring sheets and, when you see a pot hole being repaired, the roads being swept, or lines being painted this week, give our Public Works crews a wave. They contribute to our quality of life every day.