The City of Timmins is proud to announce Take Two Theatre as the latest recipient of the Heart of Gold Award, recognizing more than four decades of dedication to arts, culture, and community.
For 40 years, Take Two Theatre has inspired creativity through the art of storytelling and live performance. Entirely volunteer-run and non-profit, the organization has brought the magic of live theatre to life in Timmins.
Through hundreds of productions, Take Two Theatre has persevered by finding innovative ways to stay connected and foster a love of theatre among performers, backstage crews, and audiences. Their passion for performing arts has had a lasting impact on the community by enriching the City’s cultural life.
Congratulations to Take Two Theatre on 40 years of creativity, collaboration, and community spirit.
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:www.timmins.ca/our_services/city_hall/mayor_and_council/heart_of_gold_civic_recognition_program
Amanda Dyer
Work on Segment 13 of the City’s two-year Connecting Link project is nearing completion for the 2025 construction season. Highway 101 East (Harold Ave.) between Crawford St. and Lawrence St. is expected to be fully reopened to traffic by the end of November.
Paving on the main roadway has been completed for this year. Temporary asphalt has been applied at some access points to ensure the highway can open as winter road conditions set in. These areas will be replaced and finished next year along with the final lift of asphalt throughout Segment 13.
Construction of the new north-side sidewalk has been rescheduled to next spring to allow for utility pole relocation and site grading. The south-side sidewalk will be open by the end of November, with some sections of temporary asphalt in place to facilitate winter plowing and sanding. This asphalt will also be replaced in the spring.
“Contractors are focused on getting the highway and pedestrian corridor open by the end of November,” said Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “Work planned for this year has been strategically adjusted to manage what can be completed now, ensuring a productive start in 2026.
At the west entrance to Northern College, the new signalized intersection is expected to be operational by the end of November. The addition of traffic lights will improve safety and traffic flow for both motorists and pedestrians.
Watermain installation will continue east of Lawrence St. for approximately 350 m. Motorists can expect minor lane reductions throughout December, weather permitting.
“Contractors are pushing forward to complete as much as possible,” added Tam. “The additional work scheduled in December will give the project a head start next spring.”
Segment 13 is a two-year construction project extending from Crawford St. to the Porcupine River Bridge. It is scheduled for completion in 2026, alongside work on Segment 9 between Brunette Rd. and the Hwy. 655 intersection.
Amanda Dyer
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AnneMarie Fournier
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AnneMarie Fournier
Timmins Youth Connect and Central Ontario Leadership Seminars (COLS) are proud to present the first-ever Timmins Leadership Lab, a one-day event on November 13, 2025, designed to inspire, empower, and connect young leaders across the community.
Timmins Leadership Lab will bring together Grade 10 students from all five local high schools for a day of interactive team-building, communication, and leadership development activities.
The event’s keynote presenter, Sunjay Nath, is an internationally recognized performance expert and Hall of Fame keynote speaker. Renowned for his engaging and inspiring presentations, Nath will share practical strategies for building confidence and developing leadership potential.
Throughout the day, participants will take part in a series of interactive sessions facilitated by youth and adult leaders from across Ontario. Each leader is a former COLS ambassador who has experienced the program firsthand and is now serving as mentor to the next generation of youth leaders. Through a variety of dynamic group activities, students will explore key leadership themes including communication, trust, teamwork, and problem-solving.
Approximately 50 students are expected to take part. Each activity is designed to help students experience effective leadership in action while connecting with peers from other schools. Parents and guardians will receive detailed information packages, including registration forms, prior to the event.
Quotes:
“One of the biggest priorities of Timmins Youth Connect is to ensure that youth have a voice in decision-making. That begins by creating space for young people to build confidence, strengthen leadership skills, and see themselves as capable contributors to a safe and strong community. Too often, youth in the North have limited access to the programs and opportunities based down south – this initiative changes that.
~ Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager, City of Timmins
"We are delighted to partner with Timmins Youth Connect on the first ever Timmins Leadership Lab and further our mission to empower young leaders, promote positive attitudes, and foster critical thinking skills. We look forward to working with 50 of Timmins’ most enthusiastic high school students who are ready to become leaders in their schools and their communities."
~ Rob Lysy, COLS President and Director
About the Partners:
Timmins Youth Connect is an initiative of the City of Timmins Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. It reflects the City’s shared commitment to fostering a youth-centered community that supports the well-being, resilience, and success of all young people.
Central Ontario Leadership Seminars (COLS) has a long-standing mission to seek out, recognize, and develop leadership potential among Grade 10 students. Their approach emphasizes collaboration, communication, and teamwork, equipping youth with the ability to learn how to think rather than what to think. Participants gain valuable skills and return to their schools and communities with renewed knowledge, confidence, and enthusiasm. Programming includes keynote presentations, panel discussions, teambuilding exercises, and opportunities for peer connection with other emerging young leaders.
Amanda Dyer
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AnneMarie Fournier
Health Canada is providing $693,434 in funding through the Emergency Treatment Fund (ETF) to enhance local emergency treatment and harm reduction services. The investment was secured through the City of Timmins’ Community Safety and Well-Being (CSWB) and will be distributed to the Timmins and District Hospital (TADH) and Northeastern Public Health (NEPH).
The ETF investment will strengthen community-based response to substance use and related health emergencies by supporting blood-borne infection (BBI) prevention and treatment, withdrawal management, and mobile crisis response services offered through the Timmins and District Hospital. It also enables dedicated outreach capacity for social workers and health workers to improve follow-up and ensure continuity of care for individuals seeking support.
Health Canada’s Emergency Treatment Fund is a time-limited contribution fund that helps municipalities provide rapid response to emergent and critical needs related to substance use and overdose crisis. The ETF supports programs that address urgent and immediate needs as identified by communities, and helps build local capacity to deliver evidence-based and trauma-informed programs and services across Canada.
The City’s Community Safety and Well-Being Plan brings together local partners to identify and respond to priority community health and safety needs. This collaboration underscores the commitment of all partners to improve health outcomes and access to care for vulnerable individuals across the Timmins region.
Quotes:
“There is no one-size-fits-all approach to solving the overdose crisis, and no community can solve it alone. By investing in community-driven, culturally relevant, and evidence-based initiatives, we are making sure people have access to the care and support they need, close to home.”
~ The Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health
“Improving the outcome of mental health and addictions is a core priority of the City’s Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. Our work to support service delivery at the Timmins and District Hospital and through Northeastern Public Health includes advocating for critical funding to ensure that community members have access to the care and supports they need.”
~ Meagan Baranyk, Community Programs Manager, City of Timmins
"NEPH is committed to advancing equitable access to community education and support. This project will allow for enhanced collaborative efforts, expanded educational opportunities, and strengthened community follow-up resources to facilitate consistent, continuous care for individuals seeking support."
~ Krista Green, Program Manager, Northeastern Public Health
“We see every day how timely care and support can change a person's path toward recovery and wellness. This program will strengthen mobile crisis response, offer assessment, treatment, and support for those facing substance use challenges 7 days a week. By advancing withdrawal management and blood-borne infection prevention and treatment services, we will be helping more people get the care they need."
~ Natalie Carle, Director of Clinical Services at the Timmins and District Hospital
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File No. Z-2025-09
5627-030-020-54800
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 Monday, November 24, 2025, at 3:00 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: Joe Torlone
Owner: Michael Roberts and Heather Pezzola
Location: Deloro Township, M268C, BLK H PT MC HR950 and HR951 and RP 6R5160, PART 1 RP 6R8290 PT PARTS 1 TO 3, PCL H-1 PCL 22959 (100 Cook Road)
THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone a portion of the subject land currently zoned Residential Estate Type 2 (RD-RE2) to Residential Estate Type 2 (RD-RE2) SP6.198 to permit all uses in the Residential Estate Type 2 (RD-RE2) zone and to allow for the conversion of the existing attached garage to the main dwelling unit, to a second residential dwelling unit, for a total of two residential dwelling units on the subject land.
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 at [email protected].
Dated at the City of Timmins, this 30th day of October, 2025.
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.
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David St.Onge
The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:
Area:
• 65 Emerald - Between Riverside Drive + 167 Emerald
Date and Time of Disruption:
• October 28, 2025, from 8:00AM to 4:00PM
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 Services Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of Emergency Watermain Break within the following area:
• 65 Emerald - Between Riverside Drive + 167 Emerald
Date and Time of Disruption:
• October 27, 2025 from 7:30AM to 6:00PM
All homes and businesses in the affected area could have coloured water and/or lower water pressure.
Properties in the area may experience brown or rust-coloured water during the schedule water maintenance. 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 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 colour has returned to normal.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Becky Cashmore
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