The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for an emergency catch basin repair closing following road:

Area:
• Ross Ave. from Hart St. to Toke St.

Date & Time of Disruption:
• September 10, 2024, from 7:30AM until September 13, 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.

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

Areas:
• Timmins North Area starting at Algonquin Blvd. West from MacLean Dr. to Theriault Blvd. including Fogg Hill & Melrose area.

Time of Disruption:
• September 10, 2024, until October 10, 2024.

Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to short-term low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. 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. 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.

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.

The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool is closed effective immediately due to a mechanical issue. The City is working to resolve the concern as quickly as possible. All scheduled programming and swims for September 9, 2024 are canceled. 

An update will be provided as soon as possible. We apologize for the inconvenience. 

Construction at the intersection of Theriault Blvd. and Jubilee Ave. continues as contractors connect existing watermain infrastructure to the new Golden Manor build, conduct pressure testing, and complete road reconstruction.

Theriault Blvd. will reopen on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, but will remain reduced to one lane in each direction. The merge ramp southbound off Airport Rd. onto Theriault Blvd. will remain closed. Heavy commercial traffic is not permitted to turn right off Airport Rd. onto Theriault Blvd. The turning radius will not be sufficient.

Local school boards have been advised ahead of busy back to school season. Motorists should be prepared for more vehicle and pedestrian traffic in the area.

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing & flow testing, which can cause temporary water service disruptions, in the following area:

Area:
• Goldcentre Area in Schumacher

Date & Time of Disruption:
• August 27, 2024 – 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

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.

City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for an emergency catch basin repair closing following road:

Area:
• Sixth Ave. from Mountjoy St. North to Elm St. North

Date & Time of Disruption:
• August 19, 2024 at 6:00AM until August 22, 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.

The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a parking lot closure:

Public Parking Lot:

•  Cedar St. South parking lot located on the East side of Cedar St. South between Algonquin Blvd. East and Third Ave.

Date & Time of Disruption:

•  Monday August 19, 2024 – Parking Lot Closure - Disruption from 6:00 AM to 8:00 PM

The parking lot closure will allow City crews to conduct an emergency storm sewer repair at this location.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.

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

Area:
• Mountjoy Area – Starting Pavillion Drive heading West to Jaguar Drive

Time of Disruption:
• August 13, 2024, until September 30, 2024

Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to short-term low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. 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. 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.

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.

The Mountjoy pickleball court will be closed for renovations starting Tuesday, August 6, 2024 until approximately Monday, August 12, 2024. The court is being resurfaced.

We appreciate your patience while work is being completed.

Work to grade and repave the Mattagami Bridge pedestrian underpass starts on Tuesday, August 6, 2024. The path will be closed for approximately 2 weeks while work is completed. 

Rehabilitation of the Mattagami Bridge as part of this year's Connecting Link construction includes work to improve the pedestrian underpass and extend the paved path to the Mountjoy Farmer's Market pavilion.

We appreciate your cooperation while work is completed.

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department, wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for a scheduled catch basin repair closing following road:

Area:
• Main St. in South Porcupine from Bloor Ave. to Bruce Ave.

Date & Time of Disruption:
• July 23, 2024, at 7:30 AM until 4:00 PM

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.

City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.

Contractors will be completing catch basin and storm sewer repairs at the Theriault Blvd. and Jubilee Ave. W. intersection July 8 - July 17, 2024. 

Work is organized in two stages with the following traffic controls:

July 8-12: Right merge ramp off Airport Rd. onto Theriault Blvd. is closed to traffic. Motorists turn right at traffic lights onto Theriault Blvd. Theriault Blvd. will remain open.

July 15-17: Theriault Blvd. closed between Jubilee Ave. W. and Vimy Ave. Local traffic only including access to the Sportsplex Pool. Right merge ramp eastbound from Theriault Blvd. to Jubilee Ave. W. closed to traffic. Right merge ramp southbound off Airport Rd. onto Theriault is closed to traffic. No left turns from Jubilee Ave. W. onto Theriault Blvd.

We appreciate your cooperation while we work to update important infrastructure.

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

Areas:
• Timmins North of Algonquin Blvd E – Starting flushing from Mountjoy St. N & Maclean Dr. to Hwy 655, including Michelano Dr. subdivision.

Time of Disruption:
• July 9, 2024 until August 30, 2024

Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to short-term low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. 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. 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.

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.

Work on the Mattagami Boat Launch piers and retaining wall will begin shortly. The contractor has begun to place fencing around the work area.

Work includes removal and replacement of the timber docking floor, curbs, wall framing and facing on the east and west piers; removal and replacement of the concrete walls and foundations on the east pier; removal and replacement of the existing damaged guard rails; and, repairing all cracks in the concrete launch pad.

The launch pad is still accessible for users at this time. We will provide an update with date of closure for the launch pad once work has moved forward.

We appreciate your cooperation while work is completed.

Planned essential maintenance will be taking place at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant which requires the use of the preliminary treatment bypass line on July 3, 2024, to remove a buildup of solids (rags). The preliminary bypass line will divert the influent from the screen and grit removal systems to the primary clarifiers. We do not anticipate any impact to the final effluent. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks has been notified and samples will be collected.

Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant – Use Preliminary Bypass Line

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: July 3, 2024
Start time: 8:05 am
End date: July 3, 2024
End time: 5:30 pm
Volume by-passed: 8897.10 m3

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.

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 Area starting at Pine St South & Algonquin Blvd West heading East to Vipond Rd.
• South Porcupine starting on Legion Dr and heading towards Porcupine.

Time of Disruption
• July 3, 2024, until August 30, 2024

Homeowners and/or businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions which can include but not limited to short-term low pressure and/or discoloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with discoloured water. 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. While it is not harmful to your health, it can stain laundry. Should the water be discoloured after completion it is advised to turn on the COLD water 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.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a secondary treatment bypass at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant.

Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: June 29, 2024
Start time: 4:20pm
End date: June 29, 2024
End time: 5:35pm
Volume by-passed: 494.603 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.

Temporary Closure delayed due to further non-compliance found at the landfill – maintenance will be push till June 25, 2024.

The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department, Waste Management Division, wishes to inform the public that the Robb Twp. Landfill (Kamiskotia) will be temporarily closed for maintenance due to a substantial amount of unacceptable material being disposed of outside the designated cell. This includes items such as a shed, couches, appliances, mattresses, and other debris that require cleanup.

In order to address these issues and ensure regulatory compliance, we will be conducting necessary maintenance at the landfill. This will involve cleaning up the existing debris and constructing a new cell.

Closure Schedule:

Closure Begins: Friday, June 21, 2024

Updated- Anticipated Reopening: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 (afternoon)

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this period. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.