March 2026 - Posts
The City of Timmins Public Works Department is declaring a Significant Weather Event in accordance with the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (Ontario Regulation 239/02), effective 12:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Weather Forecast
• Snow beginning Sunday evening and continuing through Monday night
• Total projected snowfall: 30 to 50 cm
• Near zero visibility in heavy snow and blowing snow.
• Wind gusts of 70 to 80 km/h
• Ice buildup from freezing rain.
Roads and walkways are expected to be extremely difficult to navigate. Travel conditions may become hazardous, with visibility at times reduced to near zero.
Environment Canada advises residents to consider postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve.
Due to the anticipated volume of snowfall, delays in snow plowing are expected on some city streets, roads, and most sidewalks. City resources will be deployed when conditions are deemed safe and appropriate.
Timmins Transit
Severe weather may impact Timmins Transit operations. Service delays and/or cancellations may occur. Updates will be communicated through the City’s website and social media channels.
Important Reminders
• The Winter Parking Ban remains in effect. Parking on city streets is prohibited daily between 11:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. from November 1 to April 30, unless otherwise posted.
• City By-law 1993-4162 prohibits placing snow from private property onto city roads or sidewalks.
The City of Timmins thanks residents for their cooperation. A follow-up notice will be issued to announce the conclusion of the Significant Weather Event once conditions permit.
Becky Cashmore
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Saturday, March 14, 2026. Temperature is expected to drop to -25 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Saturday, March 14, 2026. Temperature is expected to drop to -25 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day
Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm
Due to the forecasted large-scale snowstorm, Public Works will be suspending snow removal night shift operations in preparation for an upcoming snow plowing event.
This adjustment will allow crews and equipment to be properly positioned to respond effectively once the snowfall begins.
Tuesday, March 17 - Night
Elm St. – Sixth Ave to Second Ave.
Second Ave.
Third Ave.
Wednesday, March 18 - Night
Cedar St. – Fifth Ave to First Ave.
Pine St.– Sixth Ave to Kirby Ave.
Spruce St. – Sixth Ave to Kirby Ave.
Tuesday, March 17 - Day
Croatia Ave.
Fahter Costello Dr.
Hemlock St.
Spruce St.
Tamarack St.
Vipond Rd.
Wednesday, March 18 - Day
Belanger Ave.
Crawford St. – Powell Ave. to Broadway Ave.
Golden Ave. – Main St. to Evans St.
Huot St. – Powell Ave. to North End
Powell Ave. – Crawford St. to Main St.
Thursday, March 19 - Day
Aura Lake St.
Battochio St.
Elm St. S. – First Ave. to Dead End
Grant St.
Lions Crest Ln.
Maple St. S. – First Ave. to Dead End
Friday, March 20 – Day
Cody Ave.
Delmonte Ln.
Dwyer Ave.
Fourth Ave. – Vipond Rd. to Boundary Ln.
Hollinger Ln.
Leblanc Ave.
Les Hall St.
Sterling Ave. W – Mountjoy St. to Delmonte Ln.
Wilcox St. – Southern Ave. to Sterling Ave. W
Becky Cashmore
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Friday, March 13, 2026. Temperature is expected to drop to -22 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Watermain Break Repair within the following area:
Schumacher Area:
• Croatia Ave from Ponderosa St to Veterans St
Date and Time of Disruption:
• March 13, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
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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AnneMarie Fournier
Timmins City Council has given Timmins Transit the green light to explore a six-month pilot program that would provide first mile/last mile transit connection for Ontario Northland’s Northlander passenger rail service.
The initiative would align local transit service with the expected arrival and departure times of the Northlander train, helping residents and visitors travel between the Timmins-Porcupine rail station and designated stops across the city.
The return of the Northlander passenger rail service is expected this year, with preliminary information from Ontario Northland suggesting arrival and departure times that fall outside the current operating hours of Timmins Transit.
Potential service models could include limited early-morning and late-evening service, on-demand transit, a dedicated connection route, or other flexible transit solutions. A pilot program would allow the City to evaluate real-world demand and operational impacts before making any long-term decisions.
Staff will return to Council with a proposed program overview for final approval before any service is implemented.
Amanda Dyer
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Thursday, March 12, 2026. Temperature is expected to drop to -26 overnight, inclusive of wind chill.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Protection from extreme cold conditions includes avoiding wind exposure, dressing in warm layers, and covering exposed skin.
People requiring emergency shelter can attend the location at 316 Spruce St. S. for assistance.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city-wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 9:01pm. and is anticipated to last all evening and will continue into the day.
Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city.
We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. 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.
We thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
Public Works Department
Becky Cashmore
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