Municipal boat launches, which were previously closed to the public, will be reopened effective Saturday, May 16, 2020 based on recent Provincial direction.

Mark Jensen, Director of Community & Development Services advises that "despite this positive news, and just in time for the long weekend, the public should continue to practice a minimum 2 m (6 ft) physical distance separation." The City also notes that other outdoor municipal recreational amenities throughout the community continue to be closed at this time, as per the ongoing Provincial Emergency Order. Should this situation change moving forward, the public will be advised through subsequent media releases.

The City wishes everyone a safe long weekend out on the water.

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Media Contact:

Heather Duhn, Corporate Communications Coordinator
705-360-2600, ext. 2212
heather.duhn@timmins.ca