This is Pollinator Week! From now until June 28, Bee City Timmins is reminding residents about the importance of protecting the tiny species that play a big role in the health of our environment.
Pollinators like bees and butterflies need our protection. Their populations are dwindling due to habitat loss and other environmental pressures like climate change. Pollinators are not only essential to healthy ecosystems, but they also support the food systems we rely on each day. That’s why Bee City Timmins works year-round to promote pollinator health, but for one week each year, the celebration really takes flight.
To celebrate Pollinator Week, Bee City Timmins has launched three new contests to encourage residents to connect with local pollinators and their habitats. Along with the annual Pollinator Photo Contest, community members can play Pollinator Bingo, test their knowledge through Pollinator Trivia, or create an original pollinator-inspired piece art. Contest details and deadlines are available online at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/environment___sustainability/bee_city_timmins/bee_city_contests.
“Protecting pollinators starts with understanding their importance,” says Christina Beaton, Manager of Environmental Compliance and Sustainability. “Pollinator Week is an opportunity to explore the incredible diversity of pollinators found here in Northern Ontario, and discover simple actions we can all take to create and support healthier habitats.”
Amanda Dyer
Nighttime, Start and Finish between 9:00pm to 7:00am the next day
Daytime, Start and Finish between 7:30am to 4:00pm
Monday, June 22 – Day
Bloor Ave. – Moore St. to Lakeview Dr.
Broadway Ave.
Bruce Ave. – Crawford St. to Lakeview Dr.
Melrose Blvd. – Jubilee Ave. to Victoria Ave.
O’Brian Ave.
Rochdale St.
University St. – Jubilee Ave. to Victoria Ave.
Tuesday, June 23 - Day
Bruce Ave. – Bruce Y to Legion Dr.
Emerald St.
Gervais St. – King St. to Queen St.
Lawlor Ave.
Roblin St.
William Ave. – Crawford St. to Legion Dr.
Wednesday, June 24 - Day
Berriedale Blvd.
Birch St. N. – Algonquin Blvd. to Sixth Ave.
Bristol Rd.
Ferguson Rd. – Lawrence St. to Bristol Rd.
Michelano Dr.
Sutherland St.
Becky Cashmore
Canada turns 159 on July 1. Let’s celebrate our nation’s birthday together at Gillies Lake. The City of Timmins has a full day of fun planned with live entertainment, delicious food, and a spectacular fireworks display.
Residents and visitors can enjoy more inflatable attractions from Amaze N’ Fun, local artisan and vendor booths, face painting, and more. The City has teamed up with McIntyre Catering to provide complimentary hamburgers, hotdogs, and a vegetarian option, along with bottled water, while supplies last.
The celebration begins at 2:00 p.m. at Gillies Lake, with live local music starting at 4:00 p.m. and fireworks lighting up the night sky just after sunset at 9:45 p.m.
Plan ahead, there are a number of free parking options available a short distance from the park. On July 1, free on-street parking will be available at all municipal meters and City lots including, the Spruce N. Lot, Algonquin Lot, Third Ave. Lot, Pine S. Lot, Library Lot, and Coalition Lot (Timmins Transit).
The Mattagami Region Conservation Authority (MRCA) parking lot will be reserved for accessible parking and pick-up/drop-off, with a limited number of spaces available. 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. We also remind residents and guests that parking is prohibited along Lakeshore Rd.
For more information on Timmins’ Canada Day Celebration, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/culture_and_heritage/canada_day.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of Water Main Test Shutdown within the following area:
- Riverside Dr. from 1136 Riverside Dr. to Shirley St. also including up to 52 Clifford
Date and Time of Disruption:
- June 18, 2026 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Properties in the area may experience brown or rust-coloured water during the schedule water maintenance and/or low water pressure. 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.
Amanda Dyer
Reduced load restriction for Langmuir Rd. will be lifted on Friday, June 12, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. for commercial motor vehicles and trailers.
By-law 2006-6275 governs seasonal load restrictions to protect our roads and highways during the spring thaw, when damage is most likely to happen. Typically, reduced load restrictions are in place until early June and are subject to the provisions of Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act RSO 1990 Chapter H 8. The by-law provides a list of the applicable roads under Schedule A.
Load restrictions have also been placed on some specific roads year-round. Please refer to By-law 2022-8708 for a list of roads.
Amanda Dyer
Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is changing the street sweeping schedule for the week of June 07, 2026.
Areas being affected due to mechanical issues:
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Day Shift – scheduled– Delnite Rd. will be re-scheduled for Thursday, June 18, 2026.
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, June 14 - Night
Mountjoy St S. – Third Ave. to End.
Monday, June 15 - Night
Cameron St. S. – Algonquin Blvd. to Belanger Ave.
Preston St. – Algonquin Blvd. to Belanger Ave.
Rea St. S.– Algonquin Blvd. to Belanger Ave.
Wilcox St. – Algonquin Blvd. to Belanger Ave.
Tuesday, June 16 - Night
Commercial Ave.
Wednesday, June 17 - Night
Pine St. S. – Kirby Ave. to Iroquois Rd.
Monday, June 15 – Day
Crawford St.
Cedar St. N – Ross Ave. to Hendry Ave.
Hendry Ave.
Mont Sacre Coeur Cres.
Moore St.
Pine St. N. – Ross Ave. to End
Spruce St. N. – Ross Ave. to Brousseau Ave.
Spruce St. N.– Hendry to End
William Ave.
Tuesday, June 16 - Day
Allan St.
Birch St. N – Jubilee Ave. to Brousseau Ave.
Conrad Crt.
Evans St. – Dead End to Station St.
Lavingne Blvd.
Leighton St.
Mahon Ln.
Maple St. N – Jubilee Ave. to Brousseau Ave.
Walter Ln.
Warner St.
Wednesday, June 17 - Day
Delmonte Ln.
Galbaraith Ave.
Glenn Ave.
Graham Ln.
Iroquois Rd.
Lyall Ave.
MacDougall Ave.
Smith Ave.
Summers Ave.
Tonelli St.
Wilcox St. – Southern Ave. to Sterling Ave.
Thursday, June 18 - Day
Blahey Crt.
Churchill St.
Delnite Rd.
Eyre Blvd.
Overpass – Vipond
Overpass – Goldmine
Richileau St.
Simone Crt.
Friday, June 19 - Day
Bartleman St.
Brousseau Ave.
Dunn Ave.
Goldrush St.
Hamelin Ave.
Laffin Cres.
Station St.
Tisdale Ave.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins, Environmental Services Department wishes to advise the public of hydrant flushing/watermain cleaning activities in the following areas:
Connaught Hill Area:
*See maps for locations
South Porcupine:
*See maps for locations
Date Disruption:
• June 15, 2026 – July 15, 2026
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 the activity. Once the flushing is completed 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.
Sara Perron
Work on Segment 9 of the City’s Connecting Link is set to begin on Monday, June 15, 2026. GIP Interpaving Ltd. will start mobilizing traffic controls June 11 and 12 in preparation for construction.
This section of Algonquin Blvd. E. between Brunette Rd. and Hwy. 655 runs approximately 700 metres with full road reconstruction. Planned improvements include new asphalt, curbs, sidewalks, and traffic medians. Sections of watermain and storm sewer infrastructure will also be replaced, along with traffic signals at Brunette Rd. and Hwy. 655, and streetlights will be upgraded to meet current standards.
Construction will require lane reductions only, with traffic moved to the outside curb lanes for the first phase of work, one lane in each direction. Access to all businesses and properties will be maintained throughout the project. The City is working with Cochrane District Paramedic Service to ensure that emergency service operations, including ambulance access, are prioritized throughout construction.
Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional travel time. Expect minor delays and reduce speed through the active construction area. When merging, consider using both available lanes of traffic before reaching the defined merge area to avoid traffic backup and congestion.
This project is part of the City’s ongoing rehabilitation of the Connecting Link corridor. Segment 9 and Segment 13 are being completed in 2026 to improve road conditions, replace aging infrastructure, and reduce future road maintenance.
Stay informed about lane reductions and traffic impacts through Municipal 511. For more information on this year’s road construction projects, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/2026_capital_works.
Amanda Dyer
Work on Segment 9 of the City’s Connecting Link is set to begin on Monday, June 15, 2026. GIP Interpaving Ltd. will start mobilizing traffic controls June 11 and 12 in preparation for construction.
This section of Algonquin Blvd. E. between Brunette Rd. and Hwy. 655 runs approximately 700 metres with full road reconstruction. Planned improvements include new asphalt, curbs, sidewalks, and traffic medians. Sections of watermain and storm sewer infrastructure will also be replaced, along with traffic signals at Brunette Rd. and Hwy. 655, and streetlights will be upgraded to meet current standards.
Construction will require lane reductions only, with traffic moved to the outside curb lanes for the first phase of work, one lane in each direction. Access to all businesses and properties will be maintained throughout the project. The City is working with Cochrane District Paramedic Service to ensure that emergency service operations, including ambulance access, are prioritized throughout construction.
Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead and allow additional travel time. Expect minor delays and reduce speed through the active construction area. When merging, consider using both available lanes of traffic before reaching the defined merge area to avoid traffic backup and congestion.
This project is part of the City’s ongoing rehabilitation of the Connecting Link corridor. Segment 9 and Segment 13 are being completed in 2026 to improve road conditions, replace aging infrastructure, and reduce future road maintenance.
Stay informed about lane reductions and traffic impacts through Municipal 511. For more information on this year’s road construction projects, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/2026_capital_works.
Amanda Dyer
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