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City of Timmins Mayor and Council are remembering Fernand (Fern) Tremblay following his passing as a pillar of the community who gave freely of his time to better the lives of many. The flags at Timmins City Hall will be lowered in his honour.

When Fernand Tremblay began his political career in 1965, one could not imagine 57 years later the legacy he would leave on our community. He was the last reeve of Mountjoy Township prior to amalgamation in 1973 and a member of Timmins City Council. He started the Bonhomme Carnaval and was active with the Easter Seals Snowarama. Most notably, he was the founder of the Joseph Fortin Foundation, a charity active until 2016 that provided financial assistance and basic needs to families and individuals requiring assistance.

“Fern Tremblay was a force for good,” said Mayor George Pirie. “He was passionate about helping those in need and took pride in encouraging others to do the same. He was tireless, committed to fundraising and generous with his time. He is an example of what it truly means to serve your community. On behalf of the City of Timmins, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to his family and friends.”

In 2019, the City honoured Tremblay for his years of community service and commitment to municipal politics by renaming a neighbourhood park in the Mountjoy area where he was raised. Fernand Tremblay Park is a lasting reminder of Tremblay’s dedication to his hometown.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 16, 2022 at 11:14 AM
  
The City of Timmins is recognizing Global Recycling Day on Friday, March 18 by celebrating the success of the City’s recycling and diversion programs.

In 2021, the Curbside Residential Recycling program diverted nearly 2 million kilograms of recyclable material from our landfills. A further 2,000 liters of waste oil, over 5,000 pounds of textiles, over 55,000 kilograms of hazardous waste and nearly 300,000 kilograms of scrap metal and electronics have also been diverted through the City of Timmins’ various recycling and diversion programs.

“The City of Timmins is continuously striving to improve our recycling and diversion programs,” says Environmental Services Manager Scott Tam. “We encourage residents to use the Timmins Recyclepedia Waste Wizard to learn how and where to properly recycle or dispose of over 400 materials.”

The mission of Global Recycling Day is to not only highlight the importance of recycling to ensure the health of our planet, but to also encourage people to think of goods in terms of resource, not disposable waste. The City of Timmins makes it easy to recycle with the Timmins Recyclepedia app. The app’s interactive features provide residents with information on collection schedules and how to properly dispose of various items. There’s even a waste sorting game that makes learning how to recycle fun and easy.

Download the Timmins Recyclepedia app today to receive service alerts, disruptions and more directly to your phone.

More information can also be found at:
www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 16, 2022 at 10:29 AM
  
The City of Timmins has partnered with HotSpot to improve parking options in Timmins’ paid parking areas. Hotspot launches April 4 at meters and lots within the downtown core. With a few simple taps on your mobile phone, you can pay for parking, add time, and refund unused parking time on the go.

HotSpot has a number of built-in features to save you time and money. There are a variety of payment methods that can be used with the app including Visa debit. The app uses a virtual wallet, which you top up to reduce transaction fees. If you return to your vehicle early and end your session, a refund for any unused time is returned to your virtual wallet.

“Our new parking app solution adds to the convenience and ease that our residents are already used to,” says Sherry Laneville, Supervisor of Enforcement Services. “This is a more robust option with features that make avoiding parking tickets and additional fees even easier. The app is a great option, but all existing payment methods at pay stations and meters will also remain available.”

You can also pay for parking tickets and purchase monthly parking permits at anytime through the app. HotSpot will even notify you when a monthly parking pass is set to expire. Of course, you can also continue paying your parking tickets or purchasing permits in person at Service Timmins in City Hall.

Get ready to use HotSpot starting April 4. HotSpot is available to download from Google Play and App Store.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 11, 2022 at 1:34 PM
  
Road conditions are going to change rapidly over the next few weeks as we feel the final effects of a long winter and temperatures begin to rise. What does that mean for drivers? The appearance of potholes and sloppy roads as the snow begins to melt.

Our Public Works Department continues to prioritize snow removal with the goal of getting as much snow off our streets ahead of spring rain. With the large amounts of snow received this winter, there is the potential for isolated flooding and impassable roads. Crews will also work to free up catch basins in town that are still blocked by snow and are necessary to drain surface water. Drivers are asked to use caution as the accumulated snow on our streets softens.

Crews are also ready to address road conditions like potholes and ruts. A high-performance cold mix product will be used to temporarily patch holes and ruts ahead of the Miller Paving asphalt plant opening in May, which is the only asphalt plant operational in our region. The City’s pothole patcher is back on the road. Drivers are also asked to use caution when driving past road maintenance crews.

The City is required to fix a pothole within a prescribed period as determined by the Provincial government standards, depending on the size of the pothole and whether it is on a paved or an unpaved road. It is important to note that the City’s obligation to fix a pothole is triggered only after the municipality becomes aware of the problem. While we do have crews regularly patrolling the city, you can help by reporting any potholes you encounter. Potholes can be reported to Service Timmins online at service.timmins.ca under roads and sidewalks. You can also report a pothole by email to [email protected] or by phone at 705-264-1331.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 10, 2022 at 12:15 PM
  
The latest update on fish contaminant levels for Porcupine Lake are favorable for residents looking to use the lake for fishing and recreation. The revised fish consumption advisories are much less restrictive than the interim advisories issued in 2020.

The data presented to the City’s Porcupine Watershed Public Liaison Committee corrected the results from 2019 testing. Revised advisories will be published online at https://www.ontario.ca/page/eating-ontario-fish in 2022.

You can view the update on fish contaminant levels for Porcupine Lake on our website at https://timmins.civicweb.net/Portal/MeetingInformation.aspx?Id=1750.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 10, 2022 at 12:08 PM
  

The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that the Significant Weather Event that was issued Saturday, March 5, 2022 will be ending as of 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, March 9, 2022.

We would like to thank the public for their patience and cooperation for this event while crews were deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways, sidewalks and parking lots across the city.

Public Works Department

Posted by Shannon Resetar  On Mar 09, 2022 at 4:02 PM
  

By-law of the month

A by-law is a rule or law that is put in place by the City of Timmins to ensure that our community remains safe and orderly. The City of Timmins Enforcement Services Division is responsible for enforcing our by-laws. Staff enforce by-laws by investigating complaints and responding to the concerns of citizens.

Each month, we'll explore a different by-law and what it means for you. This month, we're looking at the City's Cleaning and Clearing of Land By-law.

Clean Sweep

When you drive around the city, do you notice when private yards or homes are surrounded by garbage or are in a state of disrepair? Does it affect how clean the city looks?

If you own property or land within the city of Timmins, you are responsible for maintaining your outdoor property and keeping it clean and clear. The City of Timmins Cleaning and Clearing of Land By-law 2008-6599 regulates the maintenance of your property to avoid becoming a public nuisance or attracting vermin, like bears.

In general, every owner should keep their land clean, clear and free of garbage. You should never place, throw or dump garbage on someone else’s private property or on City property.

What to Tidy Up

As a property owner, you’re expected to clean your land of compost, domestic waste (food scraps, cans, glass, plastic, old machines, etc.), industrial waste (piping, paper, cardboard, etc.), and rubble (broken concrete, broken asphalt, etc.).

“Refuse” means any matter, thing, or substance that has been cast aside or discarded.

“Clearing” your land refers to the removal of grass and weeds exceeding 20 centimetres or 8 inches. If you have a swimming pool, you’re also expected to maintain the water in a condition that isn’t a health or safety hazard.

What if you refuse to remove your refuse?

Enforcement Services can inspect your outdoor property for the purpose of by-law enforcement. If you are not in compliance with the by-law, if your property contains garbage, refuse, or has not been cleared as outlined in the by-law, you could be fined under the Provincial Offences Act. A Municipal Law Enforcement Officer will first provide direction on how to clean and clear your land.

If your land still isn’t cleaned up, Enforcement Services can take further action to bring your property into compliance, which could include organizing the cleaning and clearing of your land at the owner’s expense. The full amount will be added to the owner’s property taxes.

There’s an App for That

The City has a robust waste management and recycling program to help you remove household waste. You can download the Timmins Recyclepedia for Android and Apple devices and get updates on your collection days and what can be disposed of in your bins. For lawn trimmings, construction materials and more, you can also make use the City dumps for a small fee. Learn more about our landfills by visiting: Waste and Recycling Services.

Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 09, 2022 at 10:03 AM
  
As we celebrate International Women’s Day, we are proud to recognize the contributions of Councillor Michelle Boileau and Councillor Kristin Murray, leaders for our city and community. This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is “break the bias”. The discussion around women’s equality touches on topics of diversity and inclusion, two concepts that both women exemplify and prioritize.

The importance of Councillor Boileau and Councillor Murray’s positions on council cannot be understated. Typically, women are underrepresented in political leadership roles, but their voice and participation are necessary to ensure effective government that better represents our community.

“It is no secret that all around the world, women and girls live different realities than our male counterparts,” says Councillor Boileau. “These differences must be considered when decisions are being made that impact the lives of others. The voices of mothers and daughters, of our aunts and grandmothers, deserve to be represented at those tables. And we deserve to be the ones representing them. I know I am fortunate to live in a place where I can make better the community in which my daughter will grow up. It is not always easy, but neither are most things women accomplish every day. International Women’s Day is a perfect day to encourage one of the accomplished women in your life to engage in decision-making at any level.”

In addition to serving as members of council, both women lead by example as volunteers on the Timmins Police Service Board. Councillor Boileau serves as the chair of the Francophone Liaison Committee and, as such, is instrumental in ensuring francophone representation throughout the city. Councillor Murray is the acting Chair of the City’s Indigenous Advisory Committee and has advocated for the inclusion of Indigenous tradition at City events. Her work on the Timmins’ Youth Mural Project changed the visual landscape of Timmins.

“When I decided to run for City Council, I knew that I had the strength of the many influential women in my life as my driving force in working towards the betterment of our community,” says Councillor Murray.


“We are fortunate to benefit from the experience and knowledge that both Councillor Boileau and Councillor Murray bring to City Council,” says Mayor George Pirie. “Both women are committed to the well-being of our community, particularly when it comes to promoting multiculturalism and inclusion. This is evident in the projects they have initiated and encouraged.”

Both Councillors also serve as an example for young women in our community as skilled professionals, daughters, mothers, and political leaders. They, too, are multi-faceted like the community they serve and lend an important perspective on the future of Timmins and the important role that women will continue to play.

Learn more about International Women’s Day at https://www.internationalwomensday.com.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 08, 2022 at 9:16 AM
  
Reduced load restrictions for commercial motor vehicles and trailers will come into effect shortly 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 happen. Typically, reduced load restrictions will be in place until mid-June and are subject to the provisions of Section 122 of the Highway Traffic Act RSO 1990 Chapter H 8.”

The by-law (https://timmins.civicweb.net/filepro/documents/258?preview=7545) provides a list of the applicable roads under Schedule A.

Roads with reduced loads in effect will have signage posted. Learn more about the how the City is working to maintain our roads at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/roads_and_infrastructure.
Posted by Amanda Dyer  On Mar 07, 2022 at 10:59 AM
  

PUBLIC WORKS DECLARES SIGNIFICANT WEATHER EVENT

Timmins, ON – City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239).

Due to the winter storm warning and the amount of snow forecasted, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks. Resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.  

We are asking residents to avoid driving today if at all possible for their own safety.
We also remind residents not to block or plug sidewalks when clearing their own driveways. 

A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect and parking on the street is not permitted on any day, between the hours of 11:30 pm to 7:30 am, from November 1 through April 30.  

We thank you for your cooperation in this matter. An additional notice will be posted to declare the end of the Significant Weather Event when the municipality determines is it appropriate to do so.

Media Contact: Amanda Dyer, Corporate Communications Coordinator

705-360-2600, ext. 2212      [email protected]

Posted by Shannon Resetar  On Mar 05, 2022 at 6:36 PM
  
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