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
Reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers will come into effect on Friday, March 21, 2025 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. uses 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
Over the next 25 years, Timmins is anticipated to grow. Shifts in population, employment, and housing will change the landscape of our community. Imagine what Timmins will be like in the year 2051?
The City of Timmins is conducting a Growth Management Study that will help provide a long-term vision and strategy for Timmins. The City’s Planning Division is working with Watson & Associates Economists Ltd., in association with J.L. Richards & Associates Ltd., to review Timmins’ population, housing, and employment forecasts. The study will provide direction on where and how residential and employment growth should occur to best benefit the community. It will also provide the foundation for the City’s Official Plan Review.
Public engagement is an important part of this process. The City of Timmins is inviting residents to share their thoughts, ideas, and concerns about the future growth and development of Timmins.
A Public Open House on the City’s Growth Management Study is being held April 1, 2025 to discuss:
- population, housing, and employment growth potential
- social and economic trends that could impact municipal growth
- opportunities and challenges with growth and development
Public Open House
Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: McIntyre Community Centre (Auditorium), 85 McIntyre Rd., Timmins, ON P4N 8R8
Planning how we grow and change will help us create a sustainable community that has the resources, amenities, and infrastructure we need to attract new residents, businesses, and services.
For more information on the City’s Growth Management Study, visit: https://bit.ly/4byHus2
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of sanitary sewer overflow at Station 2.
Address: 57 Evans
Start date: March 15, 2025
Start time: 4:48 PM
End date: March 15, 2025
End time: 11:05 PM
Volume by-passed: 361.59 m3
Municipal wastewater consists of 99% water from stormwater and homes/businesses from washing, flushing etc. When a treatment plant or treatment process is overwhelmed, a bypass or overflow can occur. These events are often caused by heavy rainfall and/or snowmelt. During a by-pass or overflow, partially treated wastewater is diverted away from a treatment process to prevent backups, overflows or damage to the system.
For more information please visit : https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/water_and_sewer/sewage_treatment/wastewater_treatment_plant_bypasses
Residents can help mitigate flows by delaying or limiting unnecessary usage such as laundry, shower length, dishwashing etc. during rain storms.
City staff would like to thank residents for their assistance in reducing water usage during this time.
Cyndee Villeneuve
City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department, wishes to advise the public of an emergency watermain repair in the following areas.
Area: William Ave. between Moore and Main St.
Time of Disruption
: Now until the evening of March 17, 2025. Homeowners in the area may be experiencing low water pressure and 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. Once repairs are made, 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 work.
Amanda Dyer
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
Becky Cashmore
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