File No. Z-2026-01
5627-050-048-00700

NOTICE OF COMPLETE APPLICATION AND PUBLIC MEETING RE: PROPOSED ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, to gather public input regarding a proposed Zoning By-law Amendment under Section 34 of the Planning Act, R.S.O 1990, c. P. 13, as amended.

Applicant: Brijesh Patel (1001033964 Ontario Inc.)

Location: Plan M-56-C, Lot 138, Part of Lot 137 and Registered Plan 6R-8353, Part 1, Parcel 14289 WT
(422 Hemlock Street)

THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned Institutional (NA-IN) and Institutional with Special Provision 6.131 (NA-IN SP6.131) to Residential Third Density (NA-R3) SP6.201 to permit all uses in the Residential Third Density (NA-R3) zone. The intent of the proposed zoning by-law amendment is to convert the existing two-storey institutional building into three residential units. The applicant is also seeking relief from the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100 with regards to special provision for the following:

1) reduce the minimum lot frontage from 18.2 metres to 13.77 metres:
2) reduce the front yard setback from 7.5 metres to 2.33 metres; and
3) reduce the north interior side yard setback from 1.8 metres to 0.53 metres.

ANY PERSON may attend the public meeting and/or make written or verbal representation either in support of or in opposition to the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment.

If a person or public body would otherwise have an ability to appeal the decision of Council of the City of Timmins to the Ontario Land Tribunal but the person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body is not entitled to appeal the decision.

If a person or public body does not make oral submissions at a public meeting, or make written submissions to the City of Timmins before the by-law is passed, the person or public body may not be added as a party to the hearing of an appeal before the Ontario Land Tribunal unless, in the opinion of the Tribunal, there are reasonable grounds to do so.

Please note that the rights of third parties to appeal Zoning By-law Amendment decisions to the Ontario Land Tribunal have been restricted under the Planning Act.

If you wish to be notified of the decision of the City of Timmins on the proposed zoning by-law amendment, you must make a written request to Steph Palmateer, City Clerk, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3.

For more information about this matter, including information about appeal rights, contact the Planning Division, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3, telephone number 705-360-2624 or via email.

Dated at the City of Timmins, this 17th day of March, 2026.

Under the authority of the Municipal Act, 2001, and in accordance with Ontario’s Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA), all written submissions, documents, deputations, correspondence, emails or other communications (including name and address) provided for, or at a public meeting, public consultation, or other public process are considered part of the public record. Please note that by submitting any of this information, consent is being provided to use and disclose this information as part of the Planning process.

Background

As part of its long-term planning and growth strategy, the City of Timmins is exploring the creation of a Municipal Services Corporation (MSC) to support housing development and drive key economic initiatives in the community.

A Municipal Services Corporation is created by a municipality to manage current and future City-owned services and assets under authority of section 203(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001. The proposed MSC would be owned by the City of Timmins and governed by a board of directors appointed by City Council.

The MSC would serve as a tool to help the City advance strategic projects like the Melrose Heights subdivision expansion by allowing the municipality to develop land and generate stronger return on investment for the taxpayer. The MSC can also be used to meet broader municipal priorities that attract investment in commercial and industrial areas to support industry and local employment.

Public Input

Before establishing a Municipal Services Corporation, the City must adopt a business case study and consult with the public on the proposal. Public feedback will help inform Council as it considers next steps regarding the potential establishment of the corporation.

Residents who wish to share comments regarding the proposed MSC can submit feedback by email to: [email protected].

Feedback will be collected until March 18, 2026.

The City of Timmins has honoured Archie Berube and Rick Morgan with Heart of Gold Civic Awards in recognition of their longstanding commitment to volunteerism and lasting contributions to the community.

Archie Berube has been a driving force behind the growth and revitalization of the Northern Ontario Golf Association (NGA) for more than 25 years. Through his leadership, the organization has strengthened its relationship with Golf Ontario and Golf Canada, helping solidify Northern Ontario’s role within the provincial and national golf community.

Beyond his work with the NGA, Berube supports the Hollinger Golf Club’s Starter and Marshal Program, volunteers at Golf Ontario qualifiers and championships, and contributes to golf course ratings across Northern Ontario. His contributions to sport have earned him induction into the Timmins Sports Heritage Hall of Fame and the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame.

Rick Morgan has dedicated decades of volunteer service to supporting families and individuals in need across Timmins. As a member of the Kiwanis Club of Timmins, Morgan has focused his efforts on helping youth participate in sports, attend medical appointments, and access medical equipment that improves quality of life. He has been recognized as a Kiwanian of the Year multiple times, reflecting the respect and appreciation he has earned from his peers.

Morgan also volunteers with the Timmins Food Bank, helping organize food drives and coordinate donations that strengthen food security in the community. Through his action and mentorship, Morgan continues to inspire others to give back, embodying the generosity and spirit represented by the Heart of Gold Award.

Recipients of the Heart of Gold Recognition Program are recognized 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: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/city_hall/mayor_and_council/heart_of_gold_civic_recognition_program