Fans of local curling know Kim Meunier. The dedicated volunteer manager for the McIntyre Curling Club has made a name for herself by fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for athletes of all ages. Her hard work has helped put Timmins on the map, attracting national and provincial curling championships that support the local economy and boost enthusiasm for the sport.

Kim’s Heart of Gold nomination recognizes her as a pillar of the community – someone who has demonstrated unwavering commitment to volunteering and leadership, both in and outside the curling rink. She spent 20 years as a volunteer with the Women’s Social Gathering – AssemBELLE (formerly WIN), dedicated to supporting and empowering women through entertainment, education, and networking. Kim also spent many years as part of Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD Canada), promoting awareness and advocating for responsible choices to prevent impaired driving and save lives.

Her nomination reads, “Kim’s dedication to community service is not only reflected in the organizations that she serves but in in the lives that she touches. Her leadership has inspired volunteers, supported athletes young and old, and contributed to meaningful social change. Through tireless effort, Kim has contributed to many organizations within the community where she embodies the spirit of service and leadership that this award looks to recognize. Her years of dedication and unwavering passion for making a difference makes her a truly deserving recipient.”

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: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/city_hall/mayor_and_council/heart_of_gold_civic_recognition_program

Daytime Sweeping Operations 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

From June 16, 2025 to June 20, 2025, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing sweeping operations in the areas listed below.

Monday, June 16, Starting 7:30 am:
Porcupine: Bristol Road, New Street
Timmins North: University, Melrose, Graye, Reg Pope, Mascioli, Logan Kerr

Tuesday, June 17, Starting 7:30 am:
South Porcupine: Hallnor Road
Timmins North: Argento, Brian Romain, J.V.Bonhomme, Kelly Anne, Renee Place

Wednesday, June 18, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Lozanne, Lois, Lonergan, Malette, Couture, Delia, Martin, Riverpark, Randal

Thursday, June 19, Starting 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Spooner, Suzanne, Laminen, Emile, Fay, Donna, Westmount, Airport to Dieppe, Louise, McClinton

Friday, June 20, Starting at 7:30 am:
Timmins North: Roblin, Emerald, Lawlor, Cooks Lake Road

Note on the Plan:

The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. Those streets that may not be completed will be completed on the next available sweeping operations shift.

Posted No Parking Signs Advising Road Maintenance:

Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Road Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for the Sweeping Crew to advance.

Priority Sequence for Sweeping Operations:

Day Operation:
Sweeping Operations are never done in the area where Waste Collection is taking 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

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of a traffic disruption for an infrastructure inspection closing following road:

Area:
•Ross Ave. from Hart St. to Toke St.
•Patricia Ave. from Howard Ave. to Brousseau Ave.

Date & Time of Disruption:
•June 11, 2025, at 10:00AM until 12:00PM

Environmental Services Department would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process. Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.

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Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant Digester Cleaning

 
The City of Timmins would like to inform residents that contractors will be on-site at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant to perform digester cleaning activities beginning on June 11, 2025, and continuing for several weeks.

This work is required to ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of the Mattagami WPCP treatment system. We do not anticipate any impact to the final effluent.

The work will take place Monday through Friday between approximately 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with the possibility of weekend work as needed.

During this time, residents may notice:
     • Increased vehicle activity near the plant, including contractor equipment and haulage trucks;
     • Possible odors associated with the cleaning process; and
     • Occasional noise related to equipment operation.

The City appreciates the public’s understanding and cooperation during this period.

We’re reminding residents that only human waste and small amounts of toilet paper should be flushed. Baby wipes, feminine products, dental floss, cotton swabs, cleaning and disinfectant wipes, toilet bowl scrubbers and paper towels might be labeled "flushable," but they are not!

These products do not break down in the sewer system and can cause plugs in sewer pipes and pumps, resulting in sewer backups, overflows, costly cleanups and sewage equipment replacement. While it may seem convenient to dispose of various materials in this manner, it can have severe consequences for our sewage works. Please dispose of non-flushable items in the waste receptacle, ensuring they are properly bagged.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding in this matter. By working together to practice responsible waste disposal, we can help maintain the integrity of our sewage system.

The City of Timmins Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas:

Areas:
• Mountjoy Area: starting on Shirley St. see attached map for affected areas.
• South Porcupine Area: starting on Connaught Hill see attached maps for affected areas.

Time of Disruption:
• June 11, 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 advises the public to direct any questions, concerns or requests for additional information to Service Timmins at 705-264-1331. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201.

TAKE NOTICE that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Timmins will hold a public meeting on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 10:00 a.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: Corporation of the City of Timmins

Location: Plan M17S, Lot 37 and Part of Lot 38, BG Registered Plan 6R6860, Part 1, Parcel 6774WT and Plan M17S, Lot 36, Parcel 10363WT
(114 Dixon Street)

THE PURPOSE AND EFFECT of the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment is to rezone the subject lands currently zoned Residential Third Density (NA-R3) and Institutional (NA-IN) to Residential Medium Density 2 (NA-RM2) SP6.196 to permit the redevelopment of a former fire hall into a two storey, six (6) unit apartment building.

The applicant is also seeking relief from the City of Timmins Zoning By-law 2011-7100 with regards to special provisions for the following:

1. Reduce the front yard setback requirement from 7.50 metres to 7.48 metres;
2. Reduce the interior side yard setback requirement from 3.66 metres (half of building height) to 2.64 metres along the east property line;
3. Reduce the minimum entrance or exit width from 7 metres to 6.41 metres;
4. Reduce the landscaping buffer requirement from 7.5 metres to 2.0 metres along the north and west property lines; and
5. Reduce the landscaping buffer requirement from 7.5 metres to 0.0 metres along the east property line.

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.

Dated at the City of Timmins, this 10th day of June, 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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