October 2025 - Posts
The City of Timmins is proud to recognize Lorraine Cantin as the latest recipient of the Heart of Gold Award, honouring her contributions to science education and her commitment to furthering interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM).
For more than five decades, Lorraine has been promoting the importance of science education. Her work with students, educators, and families has served to make science more accessible, engaging, and fun. Her leadership in organizing science fairs and innovative school projects has helped countless young people explore and develop a passion for the world of science.
Lorraine’s continued work with Science Timmins and her help in establishing the Science Village have left a lasting mark on our community’s educational landscape. In 1998, as co-chair of the Canada-wide School Science Fair (CWSF), Lorraine helped bring national attention to Timmins and showcased the talent of over 1,000 young scientists.
Lorraine’s decades long contribution to science education is an example of how one person’s passion can ignite a community’s love for learning.
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
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins is proud to be among the first major donors supporting redevelopment of the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) Emergency Department. This $2 million commitment was included in and approved through the City’s 2025 budget earlier this year, and will be allocated for this project over the next four years.
“Council’s early investment of $2 million reflects our commitment to help ensure that residents have access to excellent emergency care where and when they need it,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We consider this a shared investment from every resident that will directly improve quality of life for more patients and families here in Timmins and across the region.”
The Ontario government recently announced plans to renovate and expand the hospital’s emergency department up to four times its current size. The project will add over 27,000 square feet, with increased patient capacity and space for dedicated emergency mental health care.
“I want to thank the Ontario government and specifically Minister George Pirie and Minister Sylvia Jones for their leadership and support,” adds Boileau. “A community that is connected to quality healthcare is a community that will continue to thrive.”
This investment builds on the City’s ongoing commitment to strengthen local healthcare, including support for physician recruitment through Timmins Economic Development, continued funding for the TADH Medical Specialist Building, and the redevelopment of the Golden Manor long-term care facility.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins is proud to be among the first major donors supporting redevelopment of the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) Emergency Department. This $2 million commitment was included in and approved through the City’s 2025 budget earlier this year, and will be allocated for this project over the next four years.
“Council’s early investment of $2 million reflects our commitment to help ensure that residents have access to excellent emergency care where and when they need it,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “We consider this a shared investment from every resident that will directly improve quality of life for more patients and families here in Timmins and across the region.”
The Ontario government recently announced plans to renovate and expand the hospital’s emergency department up to four times its current size. The project will add over 27,000 square feet, with increased patient capacity and space for dedicated emergency mental health care.
“I want to thank the Ontario government and specifically Minister George Pirie and Minister Sylvia Jones for their leadership and support,” adds Boileau. “A community that is connected to quality healthcare is a community that will continue to thrive.”
This investment builds on the City’s ongoing commitment to strengthen local healthcare, including support for physician recruitment through Timmins Economic Development, continued funding for the TADH Medical Specialist Building, and the redevelopment of the Golden Manor long-term care facility.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins and CUPE Local 1544, representing Timmins Transit staff, have reached a second tentative agreement following continued negotiations today.
The tentative agreement will be brought forward to CUPE Local 1544 members for a ratification vote. If ratified by the membership, the agreement will then be presented to Timmins City Council at its Tuesday meeting for approval.
Once the agreement is finalized, the City of Timmins and Timmins Transit will begin working on a plan to reinstate transit services as soon as possible.
At this time, all Timmins Transit services remain suspended including conventional bus, paratransit service, and the Northern College Express.
For updates and more information, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/timmins_transit/timmins_transit_-_strike_information.
Amanda Dyer
The following municipal services will be closed or unavailable on Thanksgiving Monday (October 13, 2025):
- Service Timmins and the Provincial Offences Centre will be closed
- Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on October 13 will be collected on Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Deloro Landfill is closed
- The Timmins Museum: NEC will be closed
- Both branches of the Timmins Public Library will be closed
- The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool will be closed
- Cemetery office will be closed
For more information about municipal services visit www.timmins.ca or call Service Timmins at 705-264-1331.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of emergency watermain break within the following area:
Timmins West:
• Roblin St. from Riverside Dr to Lawlor Ave.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• October 10, 2025 – 8:00AM to 8:00PM
Homeowners and businesses within the notification area may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water during the disruption. 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 this occur, it is advised to turn off your tap for 10-20 minutes in order to allow the crew to finish. Once the work is completed, 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.
Environmental Service Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this emergency work.
Sara Perron
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TFT Administrative Assistant
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To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter/resume to the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on the closing date of October 17, 2025.
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AnneMarie Fournier
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Seasonal Mechanic
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To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter/resume to the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on the closing date of October 24, 2025.
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AnneMarie Fournier
The City of Timmins has confirmed that a one-hour meeting has been scheduled with the Ministry of Labour’s conciliation officer for Friday, October 10, 2025, to discuss the union’s concerns. The City has had no formal communication from CUPE Local 1544 since Timmins Transit staff walked off the job on September 28, 2025.
A conciliation officer is appointed by the Ministry of Labour to help facilitate discussions between the union and employer in an effort to move toward resolution.
If a tentative agreement is reached through conciliation, it would require ratification by Timmins City Council before plans for a return to work can be finalized.
At this time, all Timmins Transit services remain suspended including conventional bus, paratransit service, and the Northern College Express.
The City understands the impact this disruption has had on residents, riders, and students and remains committed to achieving a fair agreement that ensures the sustainability of public transportation services.
For updates and more information, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/timmins_transit/timmins_transit_-_strike_information.
Amanda Dyer
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Co-Collection Truck
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To apply for this position, please submit your cover letter/resume to the Human Resources Department by 4:00 pm on the closing date of October 17, 2025.
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AnneMarie Fournier
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