June 2025 - Posts
With just one week until Canada Day, the City of Timmins is ready to host a full day of fun, food, and fireworks. This year, we’re celebrating across two of our city’s favourite green spaces – Hollinger Park and Gillies Lake Conservation Area.
Here’s what you need to know to make the most out of Canada’s birthday party.
Parking: To make room for more inflatables, food vendors, and live entertainment, the Hollinger Park parking lot will be closed for the event. A limited number of accessible spaces will be available at the entrance.
At Gillies Lake, the parking lot off Hwy. 655 will be closed from 6:00 a.m. on June 30 through July 1 to allow for fireworks set-up and display.
There are a number of free parking options available a short distance from both parks. On July 1, there is free on-street parking at municipal meters and free parking in all City lots including the Spruce N. Lot, Algonquin Lot, Third Ave. Lot, Pine S. Lot, Library Lot, and Coalition Lot (Timmins Transit).
Food and Vendors: Everyone is invited to enjoy one free hotdog, hamburger, or vegetarian option, plus water while quantities last. We’ll also be handing out an assortment of freeze pops and Canada Day cupcakes. Plan to stay for lunch and dinner with 4 local food trucks serving up fan favourites like poutine, for purchase.
Entertainment and Activities: From inflatables to face painting, there’s a variety of fun for the whole family. Try inflatable axe throwing. Kids can bounce through the ultimate inflatable obstacle course. Discover 25 local vendors and community groups. Play a round of free mini-putt. Plus, live entertainment all day, featuring headliners Rosewood Ave.
Fireworks: Once the sun sets, Gillies Lake will light up with a spectacular fireworks display from Supernova Fireworks. Bring a blanket or a lawn chair and settle in around the lake. Northern College will have more fun family activities, and we’ll keep the Canada Day party going with a live DJ and great music to close out the day.
For full event details, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/culture_and_heritage/canada_day
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins is once again partnering with the Save Your Skin Foundation (SYSF) to help residents stay protected from the sun’s harmful rays. Free sunscreen dispensers will be available at key locations around the city, including Gillies Lake, downtown Timmins, and this year, special event spaces like Hollinger Park during Indigenous Peoples Day and the city’s Canada Day celebrations.
This sun safety initiative is made possible through collaboration between the SYSF, the Northeastern Public Health, and the City’s Community Safety and Well-Being Team. Together, they’re raising awareness about skin cancer prevention by making SPF 30 broad spectrum sunscreen more accessible to the community.
“We’re proud to bring back this important initiative for another summer,” says Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager for the City of Timmins. “Whether you’re spending the day at the beach or celebrating with us at a community event, having free sunscreen available helps everyone stay safe while enjoying the season.”
The dispensers are touchless, automatic, and completely free to use, containing a Health Canada-approved zinc oxide-based mineral sunscreen that’s suitable for sensitive skin — free from common allergens and harsh ingredients like sodium lauryl sulphate.
Where to find the dispensers this summer:
- July 1, 2025 at Canada Day at Hollinger Park
- Gillies Lake Beach (while lifeguards are on duty)
- Downtown BIA Urban Market (every Wednesday)
- Northeastern Public Health (Pine St. South)
For more information, visit: saveyourskin.ca/sunscreen-dispensers
Amanda Dyer
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #1 Overflow Report
Address: 220 Goldrush Street
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 7:08 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 10:14 PM
Volume by-passed: 540.07 m3
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #2 Overflow Report
Address: 57 Evans Street
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 6:41 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 9:30 PM
Volume by-passed: 1240.69 m3
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #3 Overflow Report
Address: 174 Essa Avenue
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 7:02 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 10:06 PM
Volume by-passed: 259.07
Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station #6 Overflow Report
Address: 300 Bellemare Street
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 8:00 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 9:00 PM
Volume by-passed: 196.39 m3
Support Our Wastewater System:
During heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Sara Perron
Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Secondary Bypass Report
Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 7:02 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 10:11 PM
Volume by-passed: 2610.84 m3
Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Raw Overflow Report
Address: 551 Airport Road
Start date: June 21, 2025
Start time: 6:19 PM
End date: June 21, 2025
End time: 9:17 PM
Volume by-passed: 5472.20 m3
Support Our Wastewater System:
During heavy rain events, the increased water entering the sewer system can exceed the capacity of our wastewater system, leading to potential overflows. Residents can help by conserving water, managing runoff on their properties, and keeping our pipes clear—no wipes in the pipes! Learn more about how the system works and what actions you can take at www.timmins.ca.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins Environmental Services department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas.
Affected Areas:
• Timmins South: Starting at The Timmins Water Plant to Wilson Ave heading east to Mountjoy St S. See provided map
Time of Disruption:
• June 23, 2025, to July 11, 2025.
Homeowners and businesses may experience short-term loss in water pressure or experience brown or rust-coloured water following the testing. 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 complete the test. Once the test is complete and the work crew has left the area, 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 Services Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process, and advise that if there are any questions, concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201.
Sara Perron
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Full-Time Labourers
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To apply for this position, applications must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than 4:00 pm on the closing date of June 27, 2025.
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AnneMarie Fournier
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Full-Time Training Officer
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AnneMarie Fournier
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Full-Time Tax Clerk
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AnneMarie Fournier
The City of Timmins is moving forward with plans to relocate part of its water infrastructure and build capacity in the municipal water system. Council has awarded a $26,682,700 contract to Landmark Structures Co. for the construction of the Tisdale Water Tower.
The new elevated water tower will replace aging infrastructure and support the community’s long-term water needs. The major infrastructure project will also allow the City to relocate critical components of the city’s water storage system away from expanding mining activity near the Discovery Silver tailings site and closer to South Porcupine. 4517 Goldmine Rd. has been identified as the ideal location for the new facility.
“The selected site offers numerous benefits including proximity to existing water services,” said Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “There will be minimal environmental and archaeological impact, and suitable elevation.”
After evaluating two design options, the City has chosen an elevated tower based on a combination of long-term cost-efficiency, reduced maintenance requirements, and improved operational reliability. The new water tower will stand approximately 58 metres tall and hold 10 million litres (ML) of potable water. Its height enables water to flow into the municipal distribution system using gravity, eliminating the need for mechanical pumping and reducing long-term operating and maintenance expenses.
“Council is investing in sustainable, long-term infrastructure solutions that ensure reliable water service and support quality of life,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “By building capacity in our water system now, we can effectively plan for future growth and increased demand on critical infrastructure.”
The current Tisdale Reservoir on Langmuir Road will be decommissioned once the new tower is fully operational. The project will be phased over three years, and the City is seeking federal funding through the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund to help offset some of the municipal cost.
For more details about the Tisdale Water Tower project, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/timmins_tisdale_reservoir_project.
Amanda Dyer
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