The City of Timmins is honouring three more exceptional community members with Heart of Gold Civic Awards. At Tuesday night’s City Council meeting, Steve Meunier and Douglas Nicholls were acknowledged for their commitment to their community through volunteering, and multidisciplinary artist Stéphanie Morin-Robert was recognized earlier this month at the performance of her critically acclaimed play, “Blindside /Angle Mort” at Centre Culturel La Ronde.
Morin-Robert was nominated by Conseil scolaire catholique des Grandes Rivières as a former student of École Secondaire Catholique Thériault, who has distinguished herself in the world of national and international arts. Her one-woman show recounts Morin-Robert’s younger years as a cancer survivor, and the importance of resiliency and self-acceptance. By performing her award-winning show in French, Morin-Robert continues to support and strengthen Francophone culture and language.
Steve Meunier was nominated by the McIntyre Curling Club Board of Directors for his tireless effort to support the sport of curling as a player, trainer, coach, volunteer board member, and now president of the McIntyre Curling Club. His love of curling frequently takes him outside of Timmins, serving as a coach/trainer and former councillor for the Ontario Curling Council and Chair of the 2010 Canadian Police Curling Nationals. His participation in bringing the 2023 Canadian U18 Curling Championships to Timmins has set the standard for sports tourism events in the city. Meunier’s commitment as a volunteer extends beyond the curling ice. Local organizations like the MADD Timmins Chapter and the Canadian Cancer Society / Cops for Cancer have benefited from his experience, and he is a dedicated volunteer firefighter with the Whitney Fire Department.
And finally, Douglas Nicholls was nominated for his over 30 years of volunteer service with the Connaught and District Historical Society, which also celebrated its 30th Anniversary in 2023. As a director, he was instrumental in fundraising for the Connaught & District Pioneer Museum’s original construction, and continues to help operate the museum. His history of volunteering for the community began in the early nineties, and included fundraising with the Connaught Community Association for a new community centre, which remains a place of pride for residents on the shores of Frederick House Lake.
Recipients of the Heart of Gold Recognition Program are recognized once a month during a regular meeting of council. Residents are encouraged to nominate someone they know who has made a positive impact on the community or achieved outstanding accomplishment in the following categories:
• Volunteer and Community Service
• Youth Community and Civic Engagement
• Achievement in Sports
• Achievement in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics)
For the nomination form and program eligibility, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/city_hall/mayor_and_council/heart_of_gold_civic_recognition_program
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins’ Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for a scheduled catch basin closing following road:
Area:
• On Brunette Rd. from Second Ave. to Algonquin Blvd. East
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 20, 2024, at 11:30PM to March 21, 2024, to 6:00AM
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process. Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins’ Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for a scheduled catch basin closing following road:
Area:
• On Cedar St. South from Second Ave. to Third Ave.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 20, 2024, from 7:30AM until March 25, 2024
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process. Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins' Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for a scheduled manhole repair closing following roads:
Areas:
• On Ross Ave. from Patricia Ave. to Toke St.
• On Patricia Ave. from Brousseau Ave. to Howard Ave.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 19, 2024 – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process and advise the road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins’ Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a water main break, which can cause temporary water service disruptions, in the following area:
Area:
• On Balsam St N, between Seventh Ave and Eighth Ave
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 15, 2024 –10:00AM until 8:00PM
Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to no water, low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should the water be discoloured, it is advised to turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a water main break in the following area:
Area:
• On Haileybury Cr. from Dixon St. to Lovers Lane affecting all residents on Lovers Lane
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 8, 2024 - Temporary water disruption 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water interruptions, low pressure, brown or rust-colored water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discolored water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water color has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
Plans for the replacement of the Porcupine River Bridge on Fredrick House Lake Road were finalized by council on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, with approval of the construction contract awarded to Looby Builders Ltd.
The original reinforced concrete bridge will be replaced with a two-lane concrete and steel structure at an estimated cost of $5,074,739 + HST. The cost was approved as part of the City’s capital budget for 2024.
Porcupine River Bridge replacement was prioritized by Council after safety concerns shut down the bridge in November 2021. Since then, the City has streamlined design work and necessary approvals to award the final construction contract early in the year to facilitate ordering of structural steel and materials.
Contractors will begin to stage the work site on Monday, March 4, 2024. The estimated completion date of construction is November 2024.
Amanda Dyer
Reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers will come into effect on Monday, March 4, 2024 on specific highways and streets within the City of Timmins. By-law 2006-6275 governs load restrictions to protect our roads and highways during the spring thaw, when damage is most likely to happen. By-law 2006-6275 also provides a list of the applicable roads under Schedule A.
The City’s Public Works Dept. is now using the Ministry of Transportation’s Reduced Load Period (RLP) Table to determine the timing of reduced load restrictions. The table uses frost depth, moisture, and daily air temperatures to indicate when reduced load restrictions should be put in place and when they can be lifted. This ensures that the City’s road infrastructure is protected, while supporting the trucking and haulage industry by removed reduced load restrictions when appropriate.
Roads with reduced loads in effect will have signage posted. Learn more about the how the City is working to maintain our roads online at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure.
Amanda Dyer
The flags at all municipal facilities have been lowered on Friday, March 1, 2024, to honour the death of Canada’s 18th prime minister, Brian Mulroney. He was 84.
“We remember a leader and statesman, one of Canada’s most prominent political figures, whose decisions as prime minister continue to have profound impact on our country,” says Mayor Michelle Boileau. “Mulroney was a visionary who believed that Canada could lead on climate change, reform trade, strengthen global relations, and champion human rights, at the time against apartheid in South Africa.
“The world will look back on his legacy over the coming days, on his commitment to public office, and the tough decisions he made to lead Canada forward. On behalf of the City of Timmins, I offer sincere condolences to the Mulroney family at this difficult time.” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau
Flags will remain at half-mast until sunset on the day of the memorial service.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a water main break in the following area:
Area:
• On Spooner Dr from Suzanne St to Lamminen Ave
Date & Time of Disruption:
• March 1, 2024 - Temporary water disruption 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water service interruptions, low pressure, brown or rust-coloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should this occur, it is advised to turn on the COLD water tap closest to the source (usually your laundry tub tap) and let it run for approximately 15-20 minutes or until the water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
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