The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Monday, January 6, 2025. Temperatures are expected to drop to -32 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
Tents and items left behind at encampment sites located at Hollinger Park and in the laneway behind Spruce St. S. have been cleaned up by the City’s Enforcement Services and Public Works.
The efforts were a continuation of work to mitigate some of the waste generated at both sites throughout the summer and fall over concerns about poor sanitation and public safety. No individuals were removed from either location. Both sites had been previously abandoned as cold weather settles in and people seek shelter indoors. Any tents or structures still in use have not been removed.
The City continues to ensure that outreach services are available to connect people to necessary social supports, and that a cold weather response partnership is in place. When the City issues a cold weather alert, partner agencies respond with capacity for individuals requiring basic shelter.
Amanda Dyer
File No. Z-2024-04
5627-030-100-37800
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 Wednesday, January 8, 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: Johnston’s Electrical Construction Ltd.
Location: Concession 5, Part of Lot 12, Registered Plan 6R8378, Parts 1 and 4, Parcel 9707 WT, Tisdale Township, City of Timmins (MacLean Drive and Laforest Road)
THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned Rural (RD-RU) to Highway Commercial (EA-CH) in order to permit all uses in the Highway Commercial (EA-CH) zone. The applicant is proposing to: utilize a portion of the subject lands for a gravel lay down area; and storage of various company equipment including trailers, cargo trailers and cable reels. The applicant is also proposing to construct a 12.2 metre by 24.4 metre future building on the subject lands. Six storage containers are to be located on the site as well.
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.
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.
Dated at the City of Timmins, December 17, 2024.
David St.Onge
File No. Z-2024-05
5627 050 062 00100
NOTICE OF INTENT TO REMOVE A HOLDING PROVISION FROM THE CITY OF TIMMINS ZONING BY-LAW 2011-7100
TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins, at its meeting on January 14, 2025, will consider passing a by-law under Section 36(4) of the Planning Act to effect the removal of a Holding Provision (H) from the zoning on land described as:
Plan M12C, East Part of Lot 1, Part Unnamed Street and RP 6R8740, Parts 3 and 4, Parcel 11013 SEC, Mountjoy Township, City of Timmins (MacLean Drive)
The subject lands do not have a municipal address assigned.
The subject lands are designated as Neighbourhood Area in the City of Timmins Official Plan and zoned Residential Medium Density Type 2-h (NA-RM2-h) in accordance with the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100. The applicant has submitted a detailed servicing plan for municipal services. The City of Timmins Engineering staff have reviewed the detailed servicing plan for municipal services and are satisfied it meets City requirements.
The removal of the Holding Provision (H) is permitted in accordance with Section 4.2 of the City of Timmins Official Plan.
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.
Dated at the City of Timmins this 17th day of December, 2024.
David St.Onge
File No. Z-2024-06
NOTICE OF PROPOSED TECHNICAL ZONING BY-LAW AMENDMENT
TAKE NOTICE that the City of Timmins will undertake a technical zoning by-law amendment to Schedule 11 of the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100, as per Section 4.14.1 of the City of Timmins Official Plan.
THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed technical amendment to the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100 is as follows: To delete the zoning label RD-OS from a portion of lands on Schedule 11, which was marked incorrectly. The correct zoning label is NA-R1. The proposed revision is in keeping with the intent of the Council approved City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100.
As per Section 4.14.1 of the City of Timmins Official Plan, notification to and consultation with the public is not required for technical amendments, however, notice of the proposed amendment is to be published in the newspaper and posted on the City of Timmins Website.
Additional information relating to the proposed technical Zoning By-law Amendment is available by contacting the Planning Division, City of Timmins, 220 Algonquin Boulevard East, Timmins, Ontario, P4N 1B3, telephone number 705-360-2624 or via email.
Dated at the City of Timmins this 17th day of December, 2024.
David St.Onge
City Hall / Service Timmins / Provincial Offences
December 24: City Hall and Service Timmins will closed at 2:30 p.m.
December 25-26: CLOSED
December 31: City Hall and Service Timmins will closed at 3:30 p.m.
January 1: CLOSED
Timmins Transit
December 24: Regular Timmins Transit service runs until 6:00 p.m. After 6:00 p.m., there is no Transit service. ** 7/6 Park/Riverside will arrive at the Terminal at 6:00 p.m.
December 25: No Transit Service
December 26: Sunday Service
December 31, 2024: Regular Service
January 1, 2024: No Transit Service
Waste and Recycling Collection and Landfill Hours
Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Wednesday, December 25, 2024 will be collected on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Residential waste and recycling collection that falls on Wednesday, January 1, 2025 will be collected on Thursday, January 2, 2025.
Landfill Holiday Hours:
Deloro Landfill, German Twp. Landfill, and Tisdale Transfer Site all closed on December 25 and January 1.
Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool
Closed December 25, 26, and January 1.
Timmins Museum: National Exhibition Centre
Closed December 25, 26, and January 1.
Timmins Public Library Main Branch
December 23: Open 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-26: CLOSED
December 27 and 28: Open 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 29: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 30: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 1: CLOSED
Timmins Public Library - C.M. Shields Centennial Branch:
December 23: Open 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
December 24-26: CLOSED
December 27 and 28: Open 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 29: CLOSED
December 30: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
December 31 – January 1: CLOSED
Timmins Cemetery Office:
December 24: 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
December 25 and 26: CLOSED
December 31: 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
January 1, 2025: CLOSED
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert is being issued for Thursday, December 12, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -28 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
Due to the ongoing Canada Post Strike, final year-end notices for monthly pre-authorized payments for property tax and/or utilities will be delayed.
If you are currently registered on a Pre-authorized Payment Plan, you can contact Service Timmins for more information on your final December withdrawal (for water utility accounts) and new monthly property tax and water utility amounts for January 2025.
You will still receive your final year-end notice in the mail.
For assistance, call Service Timmins at 705-264-1331 or visit us in-person at City Hall during regular business hours, Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Amanda Dyer
City Council has approved the 2025 water and wastewater budget, with an annual increase of 5.49%. The increase follows the City’s 10-year financial plan with the addition of a 1% capital levy that will help the City invest more in necessary water and wastewater capital projects. The average 5 room home will pay $26 more for water, $37 more for wastewater per year, plus a $14.79 levy payment, for a total of $77.79 for municipal service. The same household will pay approximately $6.50 more per month on their utility bill compared to last year.
The 1% levy meets the recommendations outlined in the City’s 2024 Asset Management Plan, presented to Council on October 15, 2024. In the Asset Management Plan, it was noted that the City’s current rate of capital expenditures, the amount the City is reinvesting in infrastructure, should be increased. A strategy to use multi-year capital levies was one recommendation that would help close the gap and allow the City to focus on capital investment to develop, maintain, or improve water and wastewater infrastructure.
In 2025, the City has budgeted approximately $23.4 million gross expenditure towards water and wastewater capital projects. Included in the approved budget is the replacement of underground infrastructure between Crawford St. to the Porcupine River Bridge as part of connecting link construction. The 2-year Tisdale Reservoir Project is budgeted at $3.4 million per year and will replace the existing reservoir, pump, and watermains with a new facility closer to South Porcupine. The City is also phasing in a 3-year subdivision development plan that begins with the installation of water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure to facilitate new residential construction.
The water and wastewater budget is approved separately from the general 2025 municipal budget or taxation fund because revenues are sourced from user fees and not property tax.
The full long-term financial plan for water and wastewater available on the City of Timmins website under Our Services > Water and Sewer.
Amanda Dyer
For the duration of the Canada Post strike, Planning Act notices for the following application types will be published in the Timmins Daily Press newspaper and online on the City of Timmins website at www.timmins.ca under City News:
• Official Plan Amendment Applications
• Zoning By-law Amendment Applications
• Notice of Intention to Pass Amending By-law to Remove Holding Symbol
• Consent Applications
• Validation of Title Applications
• Minor Variance Applications
Residents can sign up to receive e-mail alerts directly for City News notices at: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/news_and_alerts/subscribe-to-city_news-alerts.
Amanda Dyer
Algonquin Blvd. is scheduled to re-open to traffic between Cedar St. and Brunette Rd. on Thursday, November 21, 2024.
This week, contractors will finish temporary line painting and begin turning on the traffic signals between Cedar St. and Brunette Rd., including the new traffic light and crossing on Algonquin Blvd. adjacent to Hollinger Park. The new traffic light for pedestrians and snowmobiles will add another stop along Algonquin Blvd. to allow for safe passage and access to service stations from one side of Algonquin to the other, particularly for snowmobiles accessing the trail network. This is a timed light with a standard green, yellow, and red sequence. Traffic will be stopped for three situations: on-demand pedestrian crossing, on-demand snowmobile crossing (seasonal only), and timed for left-turns exiting KFC.
Starting today (November 18), crews will begin to remove the temporary traffic controls (traffic lights) at Brunette Rd./Second Ave. and Second Ave./Mountjoy St. S. Over the next 3 days, the temporary stop signs on Sixth Ave. (east-west traffic) will be removed. The traffic lights in the downtown core will return to signaled lights on weekdays between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Temporary speed limits on Airport Rd. from Laforest Rd. through the area of the Kraft Creek Bridge (approximately 1.25 km's) will be removed.
The temporary heavy commercial truck traffic detour will end once Algonquin Blvd. re-opens.
Timmins Transit’s Route 16 stop at Park Road Square will resume once Algonquin Blvd. is open.
Reminder: The stop sign on Pine St. N. at Sixth Ave. is now a permanent 4-way stop.
Once the detours are removed and the road is open, please use extra caution when driving. Obey all posted traffic signage. Be patient with other drivers as we re-learn the original routes.
Thank you for your continued patience as we’ve navigated 7 months of construction. This section completes all three downtown segments.
Amanda Dyer
The Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool will begin resuming services on Monday, November 18, 2024.
Necessary repairs to the pool’s heating and boiler system have been completed, and pool staff are ready to welcome back swimmers. A special swim schedule has been posted, with temporary times for open swims, lap swims, and available rental times, effective November 18 to December 1, 2024.
“We understand that the pool’s closure has been frustrating for both residents and athletes who rely on access to the pool for fitness and training,” said Steph Palmateer, City Clerk and Director of Community Services. “The repairs were critical to safe operation of the pool, and we appreciate the continued patience of the community as we’ve worked to get the pool open.”
Click here to view the temporary swim schedule for Nov. 18 - Dec. 1.
Registration for winter swim lessons will be held on December 3, 2024 beginning at 8:30 a.m. through Timmins Recreation Online, or by contacting Service Timmins directly by phone 705-264-1331 or in-person at City Hall.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins and Newmont Porcupine are celebrating Timmins’ 10th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Hollinger Park, and this year the theme is, “Go Big … or go back to the North Pole!” We’re pulling out all the stops to help residents kick off the holiday season.
Head to Hollinger Park on Sunday, November 17 for a festive French sing-a-long with the Lapointe Sisters. Catch a dazzling dance number from the Pat Picard School of Dance. Score FREE hot chocolate from the McIntyre Coffee Shop. Make friends with an alpaca or two from Dream Acres, and snap a selfie with Santa Claus. We’re counting down until the magical moment when our Christmas tree will start twinkling.
The cross-country team from École secondaire catholique Thériault will also be collecting non-perishable food donations for both local food banks. Help feed a family this holiday season!
The fun begins at 5:45 p.m. in Hollinger Park on Sunday, November 17.
Timmins 10th Annual Christmas Tree Lighting is proudly supported by the City of Timmins, Newmont Porcupine, The McIntyre Coffee Shop, DeBastos & Sons Ltd., and PAD Systems Inc.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins has made organizational changes to the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC). Brenda Camirand has been appointed Director of Economic Development and will be responsible for staff and economic development activities.
Effective immediately, Tourism Timmins will become part of TEDC, reporting to Noella Rinaldo, Director of Community Economic Development.
“We’ve made some effective changes to streamline resource allocation and accountability,” says Dave Landers, Chief Administrative Officer, City of Timmins. “The move for Tourism Timmins is strategic, and will allow us to better align the City’s tourism initiatives with priorities to enhance and grow the city’s economy.”
Amanda Dyer
When it snows, the City’s Public Works Dept. is responsible for a variety of winter services including salting/sanding, plowing and snow removal on both our roads and maintained sidewalks. It’s a massive job and requires a specific strategy to ensure that our crews and fleet are ready keep the city moving.
Public Works has a winter readiness plan that includes testing all snow clearing equipment, placing sand supplies at designated yards across the city, and training any new staff on how to respond quickly to changing road and sidewalk conditions.
The winter overnight parking ban takes effect on Friday, November 1 until April 30, 2025. Any vehicle parked on the street between the hours of 11:30 p.m. and 7:30 a.m. will be subject to a fine of $50 and the vehicle may be towed at the expense of the owner (unless you are in an area exempt from the winter parking ban). The parking ban ensures that City crews can carry out plowing and snow removal operations properly, without having to navigate around parked vehicles, which can leave sections of the roads unplowed.
Residents can help with winter preparations by removing any temporary basketball nets or recreation equipment from the end of driveways and curbs. Keep curbs and driveways clear to help with sanding, snow removal, and plowing.
The City of Timmins will inform residents of winter road maintenance with temporary “no parking” snow removal signs (yellow and red in colour), posted before snow removal begins. A weekly snow removal schedule will also be posted online at Timmins.ca. Remember to look for signs posted on your street to ensure parking has not been restricted in your area.
The City of Timmins Snow By-law 1993-4162 provides guidelines for clearing snow from your property. Snow must never be placed onto the street or sidewalk. Moving snow from your driveway onto the sidewalk or street can create various safety hazards, obstruct pedestrian traffic, or obstruct the view of drivers. Even a small amount of snow left on a sidewalk can cause accessibility issues for some our residents.
If you plan on installing a temporary winter car shelter, you will require a permit from the City of Timmins. A seasonal structure permit is just $15. Approved temporary tent shelters can be erected between October 1 and April 30. You will need to submit an application (available online at Timmins.ca), your site plan, and payment to Service Timmins.
For additional information, contact Service Timmins at service.timmins.ca or by phone at 705-264-1331.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins' Waste Management Dept. will begin delivering waste and recycling bins to residents on the one-way sections of Hemlock St. and Tamarack St. starting Tuesday, October 29, 2024. ONLY residents on the one-way sections who did not previously have bins, will be getting bins.
Once bins are delivered, residents are expected to use them for waste and recycling collection. Starting next Monday, November 4, on regular collection day, any waste or recycling not placed in the provided carts will not be collected.
Waste and recycling bins should be placed two (2) feet apart curbside in front of the residence, and three (3) feet away from any other obstruction.
For more information on bin placement and frequently asked questions here: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services.
Any questions can be directed to Service Timmins by phone (705-264-1331), in-person at City Hall, or online at service.timmins.ca.
We appreciate your cooperation.
Amanda Dyer
The Corporation of the City of Timmins considers it desirable and expedient that the described land, identified as Plan 6R-9490, Part 1, extending from Feldman Road to the north, to Dalton Road, be assumed and dedicated as a public highway (roadway).
Pursuant to Subsections 5(3), 11(1-3), and 27(1) of the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O. 2001, c.25, as amended (the “Municipal Act”), a lower tier municipality may provide any service or thing that a municipality considers necessary or desirable for the public, including highways, which may be passed by by-law. Further, a Schedule “B” project under the Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (EA) process requires that the municipality shall contact specific agencies and potentially affected members of the public.
The public notice shall be posted on the City’s website and advertised in the local newspaper for two consecutive weeks. The purpose of such notice is to secure any comments from the public respecting this assumption and dedication of the subject lands as a highway (roadway) to be considered by Council so that Council may consider, and if applicable, incorporate into an implementing by-law.
COMMENTS
Letters of support or concern with regard to this land sale will be received by the undersigned up until Thursday, November 7, 2024, 4:00 p.m. and will be included as submitted into a public staff report for Council’s consideration.
Please contact the undersigned if you require further details.
Dave St.Onge, Community Development Planner
Corporation of the City of Timmins
220 Algonquin Boulevard East
Timmins, ON P4N 1B3
705-360-2600 Ext. 3347
David St.Onge
The City of Timmins is working with WSP Canada Inc. to determine the most feasible location for a new water storage reservoir closer to South Porcupine. The community of Porcupine is currently supplied by an inground reservoir, located approximately 4 km south of South Porcupine and filled via two trunk watermains from the Timmins Water Filtration Plant.
The contract for the design and construction of a new reservoir was approved by Council in April 2024, following a report from the City’s Growth and Infrastructure Dept. that outlined challenges with aging infrastructure, the current reservoir’s remote location, and proximity to expanding mining hazards. The plan is to provide a new water storage reservoir that will supply safe and reliable drinking water, and assist the City in planning for future growth and increased demand on the City’s water distribution system.
Phase 1 of the project has been completed, which included background work, field studies, and establishing a project study area. In this phase, potential locations were identified where connections to the existing water distribution system and watermains would be possible. The project is now entering Phase 2, which will collect community input on a potential solution to replace the Tisdale Reservoir.
The public will now have an opportunity to review preferred solutions and ideas that will help guide the development of a more detailed reservoir design. WSP Canada Inc. has prepared a virtual Public Information Centre (PIC) that provides a summary of the study process, an overview of the five (5) site options that were considered, and a request for feedback on the preliminary site recommended for the new reservoir. The virtual PIC will be available on the City’s website beginning Thursday, October 24, 2024. Feedback will be collected via a short survey until Thursday, November 14, 2024.
For more information and to view the public Notice of Study Commencement, visit: www.timmins.ca/tisdalereservoirproject.
Amanda Dyer
The two-storey log home at the end of Wilson Ave. is tough to miss, even as it sits almost hidden on its well-treed lot. It looks older than most buildings along the street, like it has a storied past. Built in 1925 by Harry W. Darling, the property was purchased in 1947 by Dr. Graeme Mackechnie and has remained in ownership of the Mackechnie Family since that time. Despite changes to the surrounding neighbourhood, the home retains its historical character and has become a local landmark at the bottom of Wilson Ave.
The almost 100-year-old building is one of the designated properties on the City of Timmins’ Municipal Heritage Committee. It is the first designated property to receive an official heritage plaque from the City of Timmins.
“438 Wilson is the only residential building on our Municipal Heritage Register,” said Councillor Andrew Marks, chair of the Municipal Heritage Committee. “We’ve presented the current property owners with the City’s first official heritage plaque and certificate of heritage, and couldn’t be happier to celebrate the cultural and historical significance of the property.”
Councillor Marks has his own family story related to the Mackechnie House and “Doc Mackechnie.” His father, a hockey player and defenceman, took a high stick to the forehead during a match-up. He was stitched up in the basement of 438 Wilson Ave. by the good doctor, “without freezing,” Councillor Marks is quick to point out, and returned to the game in the third period. “I think he said they won the hockey game,” adds Marks.
The Municipal Heritage Committee is an advisory committee appointed by City of Timmins Council. The primary objectives of the committee are to promote a culture of conservation in the City of Timmins, and to advise Council on heritage issues pertaining to Part IV and V of the Ontario Heritage Act, including the establishment of the Municipal Heritage Register.
Anyone interested in putting forward a nomination for addition of property to the Municipal Heritage Register are encouraged to download the Application Form or reach out to Service Timmins for more information.
Amanda Dyer
Starting January 1, 2025, household residential recycling will no longer be collected by the City of Timmins. In accordance with provincial legislation introduced in 2023, the companies that produce blue box materials will be required to fully fund and operate Ontario’s recycling system.
For residents in Timmins, the transition will be straightforward. The non-profit company, Circular Materials, will be responsible for having residential recycling collected through an agreement with GFL Environmental Inc. Residential collection dates will remain the same. GFL has also purchased the City’s recycling bins in the amount of $172,108. The City’s current diversion programs for small electronics, batteries, and tires will continue. The City will even assist with communication during the transition period through the Timmins Recyclepedia app and municipal website.
“The biggest change for residents will be knowing who to call with questions or concerns related to recycling,” said Ken Krcel, Director of Public Works and Environmental Services. “Once we have that information, we’ll add it to our website and waste management app. Putting the responsibility for recycling on the producer means greater accountability for proper recycling. It will help with landfill life cycles. The municipality and tax payer will stop paying for the processing of blue box materials, which can have varied rates.
By 2026, the province’s plan is for residents to be able to recycle more types of materials, with a list that is consistent across the province.
“As we work through the Blue Box transition, our biggest recommendation for residents is to be diligent about recycling properly,” adds Krcel. “Contamination is important to avoid, to ensure that all of your recycled items can be properly collected and processed. On the Timmins.ca website, we have a list of the current acceptable recycling products and how to recycle them properly. Remove lids and rinse out containers. Cut down and flatten cardboard. It makes a difference.”
To learn more about the Blue Box transition, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services/blue_box_program.
Amanda Dyer
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