Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 22, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Friday, March 27, 2026
Day Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– Moore St. (Broadway to Quebec) will be re-scheduled for a later date.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day
Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm
Sunday, March 29 - Night
Algonquin Ave. - McIntyre Rd. to Brunette Rd.
Brunette Rd.
Monday, March 30 - Night
Riverside Dr. – Shirley St. to Joseph St.
Shirley St.
Tuesday, March 31 - Night
Algonquin Ave. – Brunette Rd. to Mountjoy St.
Maple St. – Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.
Toke
Monday, March 30 - Day
Front St. – Harold Ave. to Essa Ave.
Gatineau Blvd.
Georgian St.
Huot St. – Powell Ave. to Dome Ave.
Tuesday, March 31 - Day
Legion Dr.
Main St. – Dome St. to Harold Ave.
Rea St. N
Waterloo Rd. – Vimy Ave. to Jubilee Ave.
Wednesday, April 01 - Day
Bloor Ave.
Carlin Ave.
Lincoln Ave.
Polaris Ave.
Shamrock Ave.
Thursday, April 02 - Day
Crescent Ave.
Floral Ave.
Pearl Ave.
Churches & Storefronts – South Porcupine / Porcupine
Becky Cashmore
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Friday, March 27, 2026. Temperature is expected to drop to -24 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
Reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers will come into effect on Friday, April 3, 2026 on specific highways and streets within the City of Timmins. By-law 2006-6275 governs load restrictions to protect our roads and highways during the spring thaw, when damage is most likely to occur. A list of applicable roads is included under Schedule A.
The City’s Public Works Department uses the Ministry of Transportation’s Reduced Load Period (RLP) Table to determine the timing of these restrictions. The table uses frost depth, moisture levels, and daily air temperatures to indicate when reduced load restrictions should be put in place and when they can be lifted. This ensures that road infrastructure is protected while supporting the trucking and haulage industry by removed reduced load restrictions when conditions allow.
This year’s restrictions are coming into effect approximately two weeks later than in 2025, as winter has been reluctant to go away.
Roads where reduced loads are in effect will have signage posted. Learn more about the how the City is working to maintain our roads online at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure.
Amanda Dyer
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 22, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Day Shift Schumacher – scheduled– Fourth Ave (Boundry Ln. to Ponderosa St.) will be re-scheduled for Thursday, March 26, 2026.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
An extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Thursday, March 26, 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
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 22, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Day Shift South Porcupine – scheduled– Main St. (Strachan to Harold) will be re-scheduled.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is making changes to the snow removal schedule for the week of March 22, 2026.
Areas being affected that did not have snow removal due to operational issues:
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Night Shift - Timmins – scheduled– Birch St. (Sixth Ave. to Second Ave.) will be re-scheduled.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Becky Cashmore
Timmins City Council has approved the use of municipal property on Pine St. S. as a temporary designated encampment location for spring and summer 2026.
The decision is part of a broader effort to improve safety and reduce the presence of tents in parks and public spaces, while responding to the immediate needs of individuals experiencing homelessness.
In a report to Council, the Pine St. S. location was identified due to the availability of space to support an organized, temporary site away from residential neighbourhoods. Work will now begin to determine the requirements needed to make the space functional, including safety measures and site servicing.
Council also approved measures to address ongoing concerns related to the laneway behind the emergency shelter at 316 Spruce St. S. Temporary fencing is being installed to help mitigate impacts on neighbouring residential properties. Staff will work directly with the eight adjacent property owners to determine the most appropriate fencing solution.
The City remains committed to ongoing communication and collaboration as work moves forward.
Amanda Dyer
Timmins City Council has approved two important bridge projects in South Porcupine that will improve safety and extend infrastructure life.
Evan St. Bridge Replacement
Urbanlink Civil Ltd. have been hired to replace the Evans St. Bridge for $5,107,850 + HST. The bridge is a key transportation route for residents and heavy truck traffic. Regular inspections have identified deterioration in structural elements on the west side of the bridge. To maintain safe use, traffic was temporarily shifted to the east side of the bridge to reduce stress and slow deterioration.
The replacement bridge will be a single-span concrete box girder design with a new sidewalk and barrier wall for pedestrian safety, and improved water flow beneath the bridge to reduce the risk of blockages during the spring runoff. Construction will take place over two years with the west side of the bridge constructed first. There is no direct detour, so traffic will be maintained with temporary signals and related safety measures.
Golden Ave. Bridge Rehabilitation
Council has approved the contract for rehabilitation of the Golden Ave. bridge to MCA Contracting Ltd. in the amount of $684.526.41 + HST. Routine inspections have identified several areas that need repair. Included in the contract is the removal and replacement of asphalt and waterproofing, repairs to culvert walls and footings, reconstruction of the approach road base, and upgrades to the guiderails and safety features.
Both projects will protect the city’s transportation network by ensuring that critical routes that support residents and industry remain safe and functional. Further updates will be provided as construction timelines and traffic instructions are confirmed.
For more information on the City’s capital works projects, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works
Amanda Dyer
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