A delegation from the City of Timmins will be in Toronto next week to meet with provincial ministers and senior officials as part of the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) Conference.

The annual conference is an opportunity to speak directly with Queen’s Park on the priority issues critical to Timmins’ continued economic and community development. This year, City officials are focused on advancing recreation, reducing congestion on the City’s main corridor, and supporting current and future mining operations.

Key topics up for discussion:

• Advocacy for provincial support for proposed bypass routes to improve road safety and reduce the cost of infrastructure rehabilitation. The province will be asked to consider how northern and southern bypass routes can support mining and forestry operations by eliminating delays and safety risks that impede industrial traffic.
• Support for funding of the feasibility study for the proposed Multi-Purpose Recreation and Events Centre, which would boost sports tourism, spur economic development, and allow the municipality to repurpose aged infrastructure.
• The role of the Mattagami Region Conservation Authority (MRCA), with a focus on maintaining effective and locally responsive environmental oversight.

“The ROMA conference provides an opportunity to meet directly with provincial decision-makers and advocate for the needs of our community. We look forward to having productive discussions throughout the conference, focused on strengthening the City’s partnership with the Province of Ontario.” ~ Mayor Michelle Boileau