The City of Timmins has closed all municipal arenas and the Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool effective 2:20 p.m. on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. All planned programming and activities are cancelled for this evening.
A Significant Weather Event called by the City's Public Works Department early Wednesday morning remains in effect. Motorists are encouraged to avoid all non-essential travel.
Amanda Dyer
The final downtown segment of the Connecting Link will begin with demolition of the overpass on Algonquin Blvd. E. Contractors are expected to mobilize the week of March 25 to start staging the area, with removal of the overpass beginning the first week of April. Dates are subject to change.
Once Stage 1 of construction begins, Algonquin Blvd. E. will be closed east of the Spruce Ave. intersection to just east of the overpass, with traffic being diverted on Brunette Rd., down Second Ave. to Mountjoy St. S. Removal of the overpass is expected to take two weeks. This year’s detour route will see temporary traffic lights added at both ends of Second Ave., but the stop signs at the intersections of Spruce and Balsam will remain in place.
“We worked with AECOM’s Transportation Department to revise last year’s detour and ensure the east and west stop signs on Second Ave. at Spruce and Balsam were not removed,” says Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “We’re confident this will not create any significant congestion along the detour route, but will certainly alleviate some of the concerns raised from last year.”
Stage 2 of construction will begin immediately following the demolition of the overpass. Algonquin Blvd. E. will be closed to all traffic from east of the Balsam St. intersection to west of Brunette Rd. Detour signs will be in place before Mountjoy St. for eastbound traffic.
“Algonquin Blvd. will remain open between Mountjoy and Balsam, but we’re trying to encourage motorists to plan their route, “adds Tam. “If you are bypassing the downtown, consider turning at Mountjoy. It will create less congestion at the point of construction and keep traffic moving.”
During construction, access to Service Timmins at City Hall will be from Cedar St. N. via a temporary pedestrian walkway to the main entrance. A pedestrian crossing will also be maintained across Algonquin Blvd. that will shift around the active construction area as work progresses. It’s important that residents obey signs and traffic controls to keep themselves and contractors safe at all times.
The City’s Engineering Dept. is also working with the local snowmobile club to minimize disruption to what has already been a short season. While the City anticipates that work will begin at the end of March, plans can change. Residents can sign up to receive Connecting Link updates directly at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/news_and_alerts/subscribe-to-city_news-alerts.
Work is also confirmed this summer for both bridges along the Connecting Link. Porcupine River Bridge and Mattagami River Bridge will be rehabilitated with temporary lane reductions beginning sometime in May. Contractors will begin site preparation in late March, which includes installing netting underneath the Porcupine River Bridge to deter nesting birds.
For more information on the Connecting Link, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links.
Amanda Dyer
The final downtown segment of the Connecting Link will begin with demolition of the overpass on Algonquin Blvd. E. Contractors are expected to mobilize the week of March 25 to start staging the area, with removal of the overpass beginning the first week of April. Dates are subject to change.
Once Stage 1 of construction begins, Algonquin Blvd. E. will be closed east of the Spruce Ave. intersection to just east of the overpass, with traffic being diverted on Brunette Rd., down Second Ave. to Mountjoy St. S. Removal of the overpass is expected to take two weeks. This year’s detour route will see temporary traffic lights added at both ends of Second Ave., but the stop signs at the intersections of Spruce and Balsam will remain in place.
“We worked with AECOM’s Transportation Department to revise last year’s detour and ensure the east and west stop signs on Second Ave. at Spruce and Balsam were not removed,” says Scott Tam, Director of Growth and Infrastructure. “We’re confident this will not create any significant congestion along the detour route, but will certainly alleviate some of the concerns raised from last year.”
Stage 2 of construction will begin immediately following the demolition of the overpass. Algonquin Blvd. E. will be closed to all traffic from east of the Balsam St. intersection to west of Brunette Rd. Detour signs will be in place before Mountjoy St. for eastbound traffic.
“Algonquin Blvd. will remain open between Mountjoy and Balsam, but we’re trying to encourage motorists to plan their route, “adds Tam. “If you are bypassing the downtown, consider turning at Mountjoy. It will create less congestion at the point of construction and keep traffic moving.”
During construction, access to Service Timmins at City Hall will be from Cedar St. N. via a temporary pedestrian walkway to the main entrance. A pedestrian crossing will also be maintained across Algonquin Blvd. that will shift around the active construction area as work progresses. It’s important that residents obey signs and traffic controls to keep themselves and contractors safe at all times.
The City’s Engineering Dept. is also working with the local snowmobile club to minimize disruption to what has already been a short season. While the City anticipates that work will begin at the end of March, plans can change. Residents can sign up to receive Connecting Link updates directly at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/news_and_alerts/subscribe-to-city_news-alerts.
Work is also confirmed this summer for both bridges along the Connecting Link. Porcupine River Bridge and Mattagami River Bridge will be rehabilitated with temporary lane reductions beginning sometime in May. Contractors will begin site preparation in late March, which includes installing netting underneath the Porcupine River Bridge to deter nesting birds.
For more information on the Connecting Link, visit: www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/connecting_links.
Amanda Dyer
The City’s residential Curbside Bulk Item Collection is starting early this spring. From Monday, May 6 to Friday, May 17, 2024, the City’s contractor will be collecting bulky waste items that do not fit inside an approved residential garbage container, or cannot be collected during regular waste collection.
Items like bulky toys, rolled up tarps and carpets, couches, and small furnishings can be placed curbside with a maximum allowed volume of material no greater than 4 feet (1.2 m) wide, by 8 feet (2.4 m) long and 2 feet (0.6 m) high. Roughly the size of a standard half (1/2) pick-up truck cab. Mattresses and box springs can be discarded, but must be securely wrapped in plastic in order to be collected.
This year, each residential dwelling (based on address) will be allowed to dump one free load at the Deloro Landfill between May 6 and May 17, 2024. Residents must provide proof of address. Tipping fees will be waived on one (1) load only. For residents without access to a vehicle, they can accompany the driver and provide proof of address, or download and fill out a form authorizing another resident to drop off their waste material. The form will be available on the City of Timmins website before the Curbside Bulk Item Collection program begins in May.
Residents are reminded to have their material at the curb no more than two (2) days prior to their collection date. Collection crews will only do one (1) pass through each area. It’s also important to review the list of banned materials. Any materials not eligible for collection will not be picked up, and it will be the responsibility of the property owner to remove the items within 48 hours.
Before May 6, 2024, residents are asked to review the Curbside Bulk Item Collection information at: www.timmins.ca/our_services/waste_recycling_services/residential_curbside_bulk_item_collection_program.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins is issuing an extreme cold weather alert for Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Temperatures are expected to drop to -37 overnight (inclusive of wind chill) Risk of frost bite.
Exposure to extreme cold temperatures can cause serious and sometimes even life-threatening health problems. 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
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a water main break in the following area:
Area:
• On Bonaventure Dr. between Meadow Ln and Shirley St
Date & Time of Disruption:
• February 28, 2024 - Temporary water disruption 10:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water service disruptions, low pressure, brown or rust-coloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with 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 water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
**UPDATE - 4:51 p.m. - Enbridge Gas is charging the gas main and will start going door-to-door to connect with residents and make sure everything is back on.**
**UPDATE - Enbridge Gas will be going door-to-door to homes in the Bonaventure Dr. area. If residents are not at home, notice will be left with further instructions.**
A natural gas line has been severed during repair of a watermain break in the area of Bonaventure Dr.
Natural gas service has been turned off. Enbridge Gas is currently on-site.
Approximately 200 homes will be without natural gas service while repairs are being made. Contractors are working to have service restored quickly. Currently, the City of Timmins does not have an estimated time of restoration.
Once repairs have been completed, residents will need to have Enbridge Gas relight their natural gas appliances. Please visit https://www.enbridgegas.com/contact-us/faq for additional information.
The City of Timmins will continue to provide updates as available. We appreciate your patience.
Amanda Dyer
The City of Timmins Public Works is declaring a Significant Weather Event effective Wednesday, February 28, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. and issued under the provisions of the Minimum Maintenance Standards for Municipal Highways (O.Reg 239).
Due to amount of forecasted freezing rain and snow this evening into tomorrow, we are anticipating delays in the plowing of some city streets and roads along with most city sidewalks and resources will be deployed when deemed appropriate.
We are asking residents to avoid driving if at all possible for their own safety during this event.
We also remind residents not to block or plug sidewalks when clearing their own driveways.
A reminder that the Winter Parking Ban is 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.
Becky Cashmore
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a water main break in the following area:
Area:
• Between Meadow Ln and Shirley St on Bonaventure Dr.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• February 27, 2024 - Temporary water disruption 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water interruptions, low pressure, brown or rust-coloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with 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 water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities Department wishes to advise the public of a watermain break in the following area:
Area:
• Between Meadow Ln and Shirley St on Bonaventure Dr.
Date & Time of Disruption:
• February 26, 2024 - Temporary water disruption immediately to 8:00 PM
Homeowners and businesses within the area might experience water interruptions, low pressure, brown or rust-coloured water. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with 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 water colour has returned to normal.
Road closure within this area might last longer than the estimated date and time of disruption once the repair is made.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Sara Perron
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