The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a watermain break in the following areas:

Areas:
• On Lee Ave between Cedar St S to Elm St S.
• South side of Maple St S from Lee Ave to Sterling Ave E

Date & Time of Disruption:
• February 21, 2024 - Temporary water disruption immediately to 9:00 PM

Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water 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.

The Northern Ontario Women’s (NOW) Caucus began as a conversation over a year ago between two mayors, both women and both elected to serve their community. Mayor Michelle Boileau of Timmins and Mayor Cheryl Fort of Hornepayne recognized that the support they were looking for as municipal leaders, was a shared experience for women in office.

NOW has since grown to over 21 participants, all mayors of Northern Ontario communities. Formal membership is currently being offered to elected officials in Northern Ontario, who identify as women, and who want to lead the conversation on priorities and issues that are directly affecting women in the northern region.

The group recently met at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto to establish the caucus’ terms of reference, mission and vision. The mission – to create an alliance of women municipal representatives across Northern Ontario, [and] to create and preserve space for women in municipal politics, as every voice matters.

NOW’s membership includes women with diverse professional backgrounds in economic development, locomotive engineering, skilled trades training, health care, employment services, marketing, business management, and more. Many have multi-year experience on municipal council. The opportunity to support each other professionally, to develop leadership skills, and to increase the number of women participating in local politics, is invaluable. It sets a foundation from which NOW can advocate, support, and improve the quality of life in Northern Ontario.

NOW’s goal is to not only amplify the voice of women in Northern Ontario, but to speak as one voice that is focused on building positive relationships for the communities it represents. The group is looking to work together and with federal and provincial partners to bring women’s perspective to the challenges and opportunities facing each community.

Moving forward, NOW is expected to meet quarterly. The group is working to formalize membership, an election procedure for an executive committee, and to develop a strategic plan that identifies common priorities. With a vision of becoming, “a strong network of women shaping the future of Northern Ontario communities”, NOW is gaining momentum and has the motivation to legitimize the role of women in politics.

Quotes:

“Strong and resilient women applaud, uphold, and have other each others’ backs. Impact happens when entire societies celebrate women and stand with them in equality. NOW is committed to forging women's economic empowerment; supporting women and girls into leadership; designing and building infrastructure that meets the needs of women and girls; and, helping women and girls make informed decisions about their health. We can make Northern Ontario one of the best places to live for women!” ~ Mayor Cheryl Fort, Hornepayne

“There is power in standing together as women, united in our commitment to serve and represent our respective communities. The female voice in politics is important because it reflects the unique challenges and opportunities women and girls experience. It’s invaluable to bring that perspective forward, and to bring that perspective into focus. NOW allows municipal leaders to work together to inform decision-making and help develop policies to improve, not only the lives of women in Northern Ontario, but the quality of life for all residents. I’m excited to see what NOW can accomplish. Let’s be heard. Let’s make change. Let’s celebrate our success.” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau, Timmins

Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am

From February 9 to February 16, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below.

Sunday February 11, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Norman, Riverside, Connecting Link

Monday February 12, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Denise, Suzanne, Lonergan

Tuesday February 13, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Connecting Link, Royale, Riverside

Wednesday February 14, Starting 9:00 pm:
Timmins: Riverside, Shirley, Park

Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

From February 9 to February 16, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below.

Friday February 16, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins: Churches and Storefronts
South Porcupine: Churches and storefronts

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 Sanitation is taken 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

Night Time Snow Removal 9:00 pm to 7:00 am

From February 4 to February 8, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time snow removal in the areas listed below.

Sunday February 4, Starting 9:00 pm:

Timmins: Mountjoy (Second to Vimy), Spruce South (Kirby to dead end), Moneta (Pine to Cedar), Preston (Algonquin to Wilson), Rea (Algonquin to Preston), Cameron (Algonquin to Preston)

Monday February 5, Starting 9:00 pm:

Timmins North: Ross, Jubilee

Tuesday February 6, Starting 9:00 pm:

Timmins North: Maclean, Vimy Wednesday

February 7, Starting 9:00 pm:

Timmins North: Theriault, College

Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

From February 5 to February 9, 2024, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing snow removal in the areas listed below.

Monday February 5, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins South: Wilcox (Southern to Sterling), Delmonte, Tonelli, Cody, Coronation, Leblanc, Graham Lane.

Porcupine: Lawrence, Michener, Bergeron Court, Girdwood, Eric, Viola

Tuesday February 6, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Westmount (Bartleman to College), Victoria (MacLean to College).

Porcupine: Rekela, Division, Ottolen, Ruth, Young North, Henry North, Remembrance, Florence North.

Wednesday February 7, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: JV Bonhomme, Argento, Brian Romain, Mascioli

Porcupine: Goldrush, Galbraith, McDougall, Glenn, Summers, Smith

Thursday February 8, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins North: Waterloo (Vimy to Jubilee), Rea (Vimy to Jubilee).

Timmins West: Bonaventure, Meadow, Castlewood, Pleasant, Majestic, Diamond Court, McBride

Friday February 9, Starting 7:30 am:

Timmins: Churches and Storefronts South Porcupine: Churches and storefronts

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.

Winter Cart Placement:
If garbage collection is scheduled in your area on the following days, please place your bins by the curb in the morning, not overnight. This will help crews do a more thorough clean-up of the streets.

Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations:

Day Operation:
Snow removal is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken 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