On October 24, Timmins will elect its next mayor, ward councillors and school board trustees. Voting in the municipal election is an important part of our democracy and helps ensure a thriving community and local government that best serves its residents. Unfortunately, voter turnout is typically low for municipal elections. The City of Timmins is working to make voting more convenient, easily accessible, and provide information about the upcoming election so that you are prepared and informed. Eligible voters are included on the voter list provided by the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC). Names included on the list will receive a Voter Notification Card in the mail with a letter outlining the date to vote, including advanced polls and polling station. If you have moved homes since the last municipal election in 2018, you can verify that your mailing address and information is correct at voterlookup.ca. Voterlookup.ca is a secure database that can be used to update necessary information online. Opportunities for eligible voters to update their information in-person will be provided at a later date. The City of Timmins is also in the process of hiring election officials. Residents 18 years of age or older as of election day who are eligible to work in Canada can apply for a temporary paid position. The application form is available for download today at Timmins.ca. For more information on third party advertising, election jobs, ward information, or guides for both voters and candidates, visit the City’s Elections page.
Registration for fall swim lessons starts Tuesday, August 23 by phone or in person with Service Timmins. Residents are reminded to expect increased wait times when registering by phone. A higher than normal call volume is anticipated. Once again, Service Timmins will add the option of registering in person with a dedicated line for registrations. Staff will be at full complement answering phones, but a fast busy may occur once phone lines reach capacity. Residents are encouraged to use the call back feature to have Service Timmins return their call without losing their place in sequence, which is an alternative to waiting in queue. Fall swim registration starts at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, August 23. To make the process even faster, residents can familiarize themselves with the programs and requirements. Click HERE to view the full fall swim program.
The City of Timmins has taken over the duties of hiring local crossing guards to help keep our children safe during the school year. “We are looking to hire 35 crossing guards, in every area of the City”, said Steph Palmateer, City Clerk. “This is a great opportunity for anyone looking for a part-time job in their own neighbourhood.” The City of Timmins has taken over the management of the crossing guard contract after the all the submissions from the RFPs came in over budget. With the new school year started at the end of August, the City of looking to get everyone in place before that time. The deadline for applications, which can be submitted to Human Resources, is July 20, 2022.
The flags at Timmins City Hall will be lowered for the remainder of the week in honour of Alan Pope, following his passing at the age of 76. Alan Pope was served as an Alderman from 1973-1974. He was a member of the inaugural council of the City of Timmins in 1973. In the 1977 provincial election, Alan was appointed as MPP for Cochrane South. In 1981, he was promoted to Minister of Natural Resources. Alan Pope was an advocate for the City of Timmins and Northern Ontario. He continued his legal practice in the city with Racicot, Maisonneuve, Labelle, Gosselin. In 2006, Alan wrote a report on the Kashechewan Crisis, recommending that residents of the community be relocated to a new reserve site near Timmins. The City would like to extend their condolences to the Pope family, including his wife and two children.
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 Dog and Cat By-law 2021-8593
The purr-fect number
Did you know that the City’s Dog and Cat By-law limits the number of cats and dogs you can keep in a single-family dwelling? Each person (or family) in one house or unit can keep 6 domestic cats and 4 domestic dogs. If the property has more than 1 dwelling on the parcel of land, like a duplex or an apartment, it’s 2 cats or dogs per unit.
But why? While a house full of furry friends would be arguably delightful, municipalities place restrictions on pet-numbers to cut down on potential problems domesticated dogs or cats can cause. Feces, barking, damage to property and, at worst, aggressive behaviour can become an issue and while your cat may have a quiet purr, the purr-pose of a by-law is to provide a set of rules for the community.
Each furry friend also needs a license that is renewed annually and expires on December 31 of each year and can be purchased at from the Timmins Humane Society, PADS K9 Protection and Detection Services, Spoiled Rotten, or the Timmins Animal Hospital. Service Timmins does not sell cat or dog licenses. The City’s Enforcement Services Supervisor oversees the contact for animal control, which is contracted and enforced by PADS K9 Protection and Detection Services.
I ran, I ran so far away
No pet owner is allowed to let their dog or cat run at large in the City of Timmins. Dogs should be kept on a leash or under the direct control of a competent person. For the purpose of the By-law, a dog or cat is considered “running at large” if they’re found in any place other than the premises of the owner and not on a leash or under control. And it stands to reason that letting your dog or cat bite or attack without provocation another person or domestic animal is also not allowed.
We’ve got the scoop on poop
One sentence in the By-law is dedicated to poop, “Every owner or Guardian not being a blind person or disabled person shall immediately remove and dispose of any excrement left by their dog.” The key to understanding this sentence is to focus on what’s missing. Notice that there is no distinction about private or public property. Why? Because dog owners are expected to pick up dog poop everywhere, even in their own yard. Poop stinks and your neighbours have the right to call Service Timmins and make a formal complaint if your yard is full of doggy dumps. No matter where the droppings drop, they need to be picked up and properly disposed of to avoid odor.
Click here to learn more about the City’s Dog and Cat By-law 2021-8593.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services department wishes to advise the Public of a scheduled water infrastructure maintenance activities affecting water quality for Moneta Road, Schumacher, Goldmine Road, South Porcupine and Porcupine area. This is schedule to start immediately for the entire day of Wednesday August 3 and Monday August 8, 2022
All homes and businesses in the affected area could have coloured water for the day as well lower than normal water pressures.
Homeowners in that area may experience brown or rust-coloured water during the schedule water maintenance. 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 water colour has returned to normal.
City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
Construction is set to begin the week of July 5, 2022 on replacement of the bridge on Bruce Ave. The City of Timmins determined that the single span concrete structure needed to be replaced following structural review completed in 2021 by Associated Engineering. Bruce Ave. will be closed to traffic from Gold Mine Rd. to Legion Dr. with vehicles detoured down Golden Ave. No Timmins Transit stops will be impacted by the detour. Please watch for detour signs once road closure is in place. City of Timmins thanks residents for their cooperation and asks that they drive with care. For more information on the project, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/2022_capital_works/bruce_ave__bridge_replacement.
The Hollinger Splash Pad will be closed for regular service the morning of Thursday, June 23rd. It is expected to be back on by early Thursday afternoon.
Thank you for your cooperation.
The Prospector’s Trail at the Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station will be closed Wednesday, June 22 and Thursday, June 23, 2022 to complete trail rehabilitation from construction completed on the pump station. Work will also include hydroseeding of areas in the vicinity. While access to the trail system is closed at the Whitney-Tisdale Pump Station, the public can access the Bart Thomson Trail from the Northern College property. Thank you for your cooperation.
The City of Timmins’ infrastructure repair project starts Monday, June 20, 2022. Crews will be out working on various sewer and storm drain locations around the city. Temporary short-term lane reductions or road closures may be necessary to complete work. Traffic controls will be in place and drivers are asked to slow down when proceeding through the work zone. If you have any questions, reach out to Service Timmins at 705-264-1331 or online at service.timmins.ca. Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this time.
For more information on the infrastructure repair project, visit: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/engineering/capital_works/2022_capital_works/infrastructure_repairs
A Special Council Meeting has been called for July 26, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. in Council Chambers to discuss the following items:
Report: • Additional payload integration hall at the Timmins Stratospheric Balloon Base - D. Dayment Motions of Council: • Wedding at 2030 Kraftcreek Road re: Noise exemption • 2022-8734-Agreement with CGV Builders Inc. re: Additional Payload Integration Hall at the Timmins Stratospheric Balloon Base For more information, contact the Clerks Department: 220 Algonquin Blvd. East Timmins, Ontario P4N 1B3 [email protected]
Now that Timmins’ outgoing Mayor, George Pirie, is MPP-elect for Timmins, City Council has 60 days to decide how the resulting vacancy on council will be addressed. Deputy Mayor Kristin Murray has currently taken over responsibilities of the position. Council’s responsibility is to confirm the position of interim mayor and assign a new member to council by appointment within 60 days. The next municipal election is scheduled for October 24, 2022. See more information on Timmins’ 2022 municipal election.
Following the results of the Ontario General Election, Deputy Mayor Kristin Murray offered congratulations to Timmins’ newly elected Member of Provincial Parliament. “On behalf of myself and City Council, I want to congratulate our new MPP-elect George Pirie on his successful campaign. It has been a privilege serving with you on council. As Timmins’ Mayor, you have been steadfast in your commitment to achieving a future for our community that is progressive, prosperous and ready for change. I look forward to working with you in your new role. I also want to offer thanks to Gilles Bisson for serving as our Member of Provincial Parliament for the last 32 years. Thank you for your leadership and dedication to Timmins and thank you to the team at the Constituency Office who have worked tirelessly for our residents.”
A Special Council Meeting has been called for May 20, 2022 at 12:00 p.m. in Council Chambers to discuss the following items:
Special Meeting:
Connecting Link Construction: Traffic Management Plans
In-Camera Meeting to follow:
The security of the property of the Municipality or Local Board.
For more information, contact the Clerks Department: 220 Algonquin Blvd. East Timmins, Ontario P4N 1B3 [email protected]
Mayor George Pirie will take an unpaid leave of absence from his role as Timmins’ Mayor beginning May 4, 2022 ahead of the June 2 provincial election. Deputy Mayor Michelle Boileau will fill in as acting Mayor until May 31, 2022. Councillor Kristin Murray will step in as Deputy Mayor starting June 1, 2022. Members of Council, the Clerk’s Office, and the office of the Chief Administration Officer (CAO) will continue to address the needs of residents during this nine-week period. Following results of the June 2 provincial election, the position of Mayor will either resume or council will have 60 days to fill the resulting vacancy on council. The next municipal election is scheduled for October 24, 2022.
Nighttime Street Sweeping 9:30PM to 7:30PM
From June 19 to June 23, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing nighttime street sweeping
Sunday June 19 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins South: Wilson, Commercial
Monday June 20 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins North: Suzanne, Theriault
Tuesday June 21 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins South: Mountjoy South
Wednesday June 22 starting 9:30 PM:
Pine South
Note on the Plan:
Sweeping Operations will take several weeks to complete. There is a lot of sand to pick up every year, so we ask residents to remain patient. Weather conditions and mechanical issues play a major role in how quickly Public Works can complete the sweeping operations. Heavy rain and subzero temperatures will halt operations.
Posted No Parking Signs Advising Spring Maintenance:
Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that Spring Maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for Street Sweeping crews to advance.
Priority Sequence for Street Sweeping Operations:
Day Operation:
Street Sweeping is never done in the area where Sanitation is taken place.
High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets)
Low density residential areas
Night Operation:
Highway sections;
High density commercial sections;
Main Arterial Routes
Safety:
A reminder to respect safety signage as the safety of workers is very important.
We thank you for your cooperation in this matter.
Public Works Department
From June 12 to June 16, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing nighttime street sweeping
Sunday June 12 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins North: Jubilee
Monday June 13 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins North: James, Toke, Ross
Tuesday June 14 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins North: Ross, Pine
Wednesday June 15 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins North: Maclean, Sixth
Daytime Street Sweeping 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
From June 13 to June 17, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing daytime street sweeping
Monday June 13 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins West: Lemieux, Lillian, Craig, Lemoyne, McDuff, School, Leonard. Bonaventure, Meadow, Pleasant, Castlewood, Majestic, Diamond, McBride
Tuesday June 14 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins West: Norman, Vanier, Center. Richard, Maurice, Chenier, Chantal, Christine, Philip, Marcel
Wednesday June 15 starting 7:30 AM
Parking Lots
Thursday June 16 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins West: Lynwood, Woodland, Forest, Champlain. Camille, Laurentian, Georgian, Viscount
Friday June 3 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins West: Frontenac, Hudson, Brock, Carleton, Theodore, Laval. Timcor, Acres, Park
High density residential areas (Older Section of City: one-ways, narrow streets);
From June 5 to June 8, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing nighttime street sweeping
Sunday June 5 starting 9:30 PM:
Connecting Link: King
Monday June 6 starting 9:30 PM:
Downtown Bia: Third, Second
Tuesday June 7 starting 9:30 PM:
Downtown Bia: Spruce (Sixth to Kirby), Pine (Sixth to Kirby), Cedar (Sixth to Second)
Wednesday June 8 starting 9:30 PM:
Downtown Bia: Balsam (Sixth to Second), Birch (Sixth to Second), Maple (Sixth to Second), Elm (Sixth to Second)
From June 6 to June 10, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing daytime street sweeping
Monday June 6 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins North: JV Bonhomme, Westmount (College to Airport), Donna, Victoria (College to Denise)
Porcupine: Boucher, Ristimaki, Krznaric, Duke West
Tuesday June 7 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Shub, Rheaume, Morandin, Demine, Lalonde, Rosemarie
Porcupine: Queen, Princess, Bellemare
Wednesday June 8 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Emilie, Fay, Lamminen, Spooner, Randall
Porcupine: Collins Crt, Kenneth, Conley North, Earl N, Duke, Gervais
Thursday June 9 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins North: Martin, Delia, Couture, Jean, Malette
Friday June 10 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins South: Spruce (Kirby to Sterling), Cedar (Moneta to Sterling), Balsam (Moneta to Sterling), Birch (Moneta to Sterling), Maple (Moneta to Sterling), Elm (Moneta to Sterling)
Porcupine: Bob’s Lake, Jarvi, Lamarche, Conley South, Gervais South, Gauthier
From May 29 to June 2, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing nighttime street sweeping
Sunday May 29 starting 9:30 PM:
Connecting Link: Bruce Y, Harold (Beer Store to Northern College)
Monday May 30 starting 9:30 PM:
Connecting Link: HWY 101 East (Harold to Bristol)
Tuesday May 31 starting 9:30 PM:
Wednesday June 1 starting 9:30 PM:
From May 30 to June 3, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing daytime street sweeping
Monday May 30 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins North: Spruce N (Ross to Brousseau), Cedar (Jubilee to Hendry), Balsam (Jubilee to Brousseau), Birch (Jubilee to Brousseau), Maple (Jubilee to Brousseau)
Porcupine: Ferguson, Crawford, Rekela North
Tuesday May 31 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Conrad, Lavigne, Blahey Crt, Simon Crt
Porcupine: Ottolen, Young N, Ruth N, Remembrance, Henry N, Division
Wednesday June 1 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Brousseau (Murray to Maclean), Hamelin, Eyre
Porcupine: Florence N, Rekela S, Ruth S, Henry S
Thursday June 2 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins North: Bartleman, Hamelin, Churchill, Richelieu
Timmins South: Wilcox (Wilson to Southern), Preston (Wilson to Southern), Cameron (Bannerman to Columbus)
Porcupine: Sutherland, New, Corporation, Florence South, Bristol
Night time Street Sweeping 9:30 PM to 7:30 PM
From May 24 to May 26, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing night time street sweeping
Monday May 23 starting 9:30 PM:
Timmins West: Shirley, Lafleur bridge
Tuesday May 24 starting 9:30 PM:
Connecting Link: Schumacher HWY: HWY 655 to McIntyre road
Wednesday May 25 starting 9:30 PM:
Connecting Link: Schumacher HWY: McIntyre road to Carium road
From May 24 to May 27, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews will be doing daytime street sweeping
Tuesday May 24 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Murray, Hemlock, Roche, Tamarack, Hendry
South Porcupine: Moore
Wednesday May 25 starting 7:30 AM
Timmins North: Pine north of Ross, Cedar north of Ross, Balsam north of Ross, Birch north of Ross, Maple north of Ross
South Porcupine: Crawford, Evans
Thursday May 26 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins North: Conrad, Lavigne, Blahey Ct, Simone Ct
Schumacher: Delnite
Friday May 27 starting 7:30 AM:
Timmins South: Lee, Moneta, Cedar south Moneta, Balsam south of Moneta, Birch south of Moneta
South Porcupine: Eric, Viola, Lawrence
Construction on segment 6 of the Connecting Link corridor continues with City contractors working on watermain and sewer infrastructure beneath Algonquin Blvd. Work is currently being completed between Rea St. and Preston St. moving east towards Mountjoy St. The full segment will have complete reconstruction of the roadway, replacement of underground services, pole relocation, and curb installation.
Timmins Police Service has recently issued a couple of traffic advisories related to the southern detour along Commercial Ave. Motorists have been reminded that the “no left turn” signs on Wilson Ave. and Mountjoy St. S. should be adhered to and will be enforced and that the small section of Mattagami Blvd. S. at the bridge remains one-way. It is not part of any construction detour this summer. Motorists bypassing construction should continue to use the proper detour routes and be prepared for short delays.
Construction on segment 6 of the Connecting Link corridor continues with City contractors moving forward on storm, sanitary, and watermain infrastructure beneath Algonquin Blvd. To date, watermain work is completed up to Rea St. S. moving east from Theriault Blvd. The segment between Theriault Blvd. and Mountjoy St. will have complete reconstruction of the roadway, replacement of underground services, pole relocation, and curb installation. Motorists bypassing construction are encouraged to use the proper detour routes. While there will be some congestion, each route was designed to redirect a higher volume of traffic off Algonquin Blvd. as efficiently as possible. Motorists should be prepared for short delays. City contractors will be adding additional detour signs along the southerly route, flashing beacons at all temporary stop signs, and signage indicating a 4-way stop or all-way stop is ahead. Line painting crews are also scheduled this week to add stop lines and crosswalk markings for temporary stops.
After one day navigating new detours past Connecting Link construction, the City has some tips for residents to help keep traffic moving. Two detour routes are now in place that navigate traffic north or south of the construction zone between Theriault Blvd. and Mountjoy St. The northerly route takes Theriault Blvd. to Vimy Ave. back to Mountjoy N. Two new temporary stop signs are in place and the City is adding additional flashing beacons ahead of each stop to alert motorists. The southerly route takes Cameron St. S to Commercial Ave. back to Mountjoy S. Three additional traffic lights have been added and synchronized to reduce stops and move vehicles. Both detour routes were designed with engineering consultants to optimize traffic flow. Traffic was diverted to Commercial Ave. this year because it is an approved truck route and provides a more direct line through Mountjoy S. to Second Ave. Temporary no left turn signs have been added along the route to prevent traffic congestion, particularly when turning left from Wilson onto Mountjoy N. All temporary traffic signs and signals are enforceable under the Highway Traffic Act and should be adhered to. One recommendation is for motorists to make use of both detours depending on travel direction. Drivers heading west towards Timmins Square are encouraged to use the northerly route along Vimy with an easy right turn off Algonquin Blvd. at Mountjoy. Drivers heading east back towards south end can use the southerly route along Cameron St. S. and Commercial Ave. with a right turn off Algonquin Blvd. at Theriault. By using both routes, traffic congestion will be further minimized. Motorists are also reminded to help keep intersections clear. If traffic is delayed at an intersection, it is advisable to not enter the intersection until you can completely clear it on the other side. Full details on Connecting Link construction including detour maps, adjusted Timmins Transit stops, and stages of construction can be found at Timmins.ca. Residents can also sign up for Connecting Link alerts to stay up-to-date on construction progress.
Connecting Link construction is ready to move ahead. Algonquin Blvd. will be closed Monday afternoon east of Theriault Blvd. and west of Mountjoy St. Traffic will be diverted down two possible detour routes and motorists should be prepared to stop at new traffic lights and stop signs. “It has taken some time to get permissions in order, but mobilization is well underway with the focus on bringing materials to site and getting the detour and bypass routes in order,” says Chief Administrative Officer Dave Landers. A temporary 4-way stop has been added at the intersection of Theriault Blvd. and Vimy Ave. and a temporary 3-way stop has been added at the intersection of Vimy Ave. and Mountjoy St. N. Temporary traffic lights have been installed along the southerly route on Cameron St. S. at Wilson Ave. and Commercial Ave. and on Commercial Ave. at Mountjoy St. S. Detour maps can be viewed at Timmins.ca. Commercial motor vehicles will now use the standard truck route from Shirley St. to Lafleur Dr. and onto Laforest Rd. before connecting with Hwy. 655. A temporary speed reduction of 50 km/h is now in effect along Airport Rd. from Laforest Rd. through the area of the Kraft Creek Bridge. This is the second downtown segment along the Connecting Link and includes full-depth reconstruction of the roadway, replacement of underground services like water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer, and pole relocation. It is part of a three-year plan to prioritize the downtown Connecting Link route. Starting Monday, residents should plan ahead and allow an extra 5 to 10 minutes for detour. Sign up for Connecting Link updates today at Timmins.ca and stay up-to-date on the latest construction news.
Detour plans are now in place for the next phase of Connecting Link construction. This year, motorists will have two options to divert safely around the work area. Segment 6 of construction will see improvements along Algonquin Blvd. West from Theriault Blvd. to Mountjoy St. This is the second downtown segment and once again includes full-depth reconstruction of the roadway, replacement of underground services like water, sanitary sewer and storm sewer, and pole relocation. At the start of construction, access to the Mountjoy St. intersection will be maintained. Two detour routes will be available extending north and south from Algonquin Blvd. W. Vehicles and cyclists can bypass construction heading north along Theriault Blvd. to Vimy Ave. proceeding to Mountjoy St. N. The southern detour route runs from Cameron St. S. to Commercial Ave. proceeding to Mountjoy St. S. “In this segment of the Connecting Link construction, we are not hampered by the Mattagami River,” says Project Coordinator Eryk Rice. “With two detour options, the result will be less traffic congestion.” To help maintain traffic flow, a temporary 4-way stop will be added at the intersection of Theriault Blvd. and Vimy Ave. and a temporary 3-way stop will be added at the intersection of Vimy Ave. and Mountjoy St. N. Temporary traffic lights will be installed along the southerly route on Cameron St. S. at Wilson Ave. and Commercial Ave. and on Commercial Ave. at Mountjoy S. Motorists should allow for some delay and be prepared to stop once signage is in place. Commercial motor vehicles will be using the familiar truck detour along Shirley St. to Lafleur Dr. and onto Laforest Rd. before reaching Hwy. 655. Council has approved a temporary speed limit reduction along the truck detour on Airport Rd. The posted speed will be 50 km/h from Laforest Rd. through the area of the Kraft Creek Bridge. We can also confirm that residents will have access to all businesses located in this section of Algonquin Blvd. W.,” adds Rice. “Most businesses have entry through a secondary road like Rea St. N. or Preston St. There are a handful of businesses that will be provided with temporary access from a neighboring property off of Rea St. N. This will be maintained by the contactor and signage will be in place directing traffic.”