The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Thursday, January 26, 2023. Temperatures are expected to drop to -32 overnight (inclusive of windchill). Risk of frostbite. People in need of emergency shelter can attend the Living Space location (316 Spruce St. S.) for assistance. The 705 Risktakers RT Bus (formerly the Yo Mobile) will be set up as a temporary warming station at City Hall overnight from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
Effective Monday, February 6, residents can pick up their transit bus passes and bus tickets at Service Timmins in City Hall. The move is to facilitate renovations at the Timmins Transit Terminal on Spruce St. S. Bus passes and tickets will be sold during regular Service Timmins hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Bus passes and tickets are also available at the Timmins Square Information Booth during mall hours. Timmins Transit appreciates your cooperation and patience while renovations are completed.
The City of Timmins would like to advise that an extreme cold weather alert has been issued for Tuesday, January 24, 2023. Temperatures are expected to drop to -27 (inclusive of windchill) overnight. People in need of emergency shelter can attend the Living Space location (316 Spruce St. S.) for assistance. The 705 Risktakers RT Bus (formerly the Yo Mobile) will be set up as a temporary warming station at City Hall overnight from 9:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m.
The best under 18 curlers are on their way to Timmins! Feb. 5 to 11, the McIntyre Curling Club hosts the 2023 Under 18 Championships presented by Newmont Porcupine. 21 women’s teams and 21 men’s teams from across Canada will try to TAKE OUT the competition and score the National Championship at the historic McIntyre Community Centre and Curling Club. “We are excited to welcome all teams and competitors to Timmins,” says Mayor Michelle Boileau. “This is the largest national event the McIntyre Curling Club has ever hosted and an opportunity for residents to watch curling’s up and coming stars. Part of the City’s success can be achieved through sports tourism. We can provide the resources and infrastructure for larger events, but it’s also important to get out and cheer on the participants. Let’s show event organizers that Timmins is a premier host destination.” To help showcase all that Timmins has to offer, Tourism Timmins has worked tirelessly with event organizers to help promote activities around the city for players off the ice. “Tourism Timmins will be set-up at the McIntyre Community Centre during the championships,” says Lacey Rigg, Coordinator of Meetings, Conventions and Sports Tourism. “We will be working with teams to coordinate activities and make suggestions on how they can best enjoy Timmins. This is our opportunity to showcase our local tour operators, businesses, and attractions.” Each match-up will be a guaranteed nail-BITER! Tickets are on sale now at https://curlthemac.ca/. HURRY HARD to SWEEP up your tickets and don’t miss a minute of the action.
Renovations to the Timmins Transit Terminal on Spruce St. began Monday. The project received the final go-ahead from City Council last month and will see the 1916 building updated to better serve the needs of Transit passengers and staff. The City received $1.3 million in funding to help complete this project through the federal government’s Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP). The program is designed to help communities ensure that families and residents have access to modern and reliable services that impact their quality of life, including public transportation. The majority of the work involves renovations to staff offices and replacement of the heating system. Public washrooms will have a new layout and minor changes will be made to the main lobby, including updates to the entrance vestibules to minimize heat loss. Any outdoor work to the roof and pathways will take place in the spring. Public washrooms will remain closed until renovations are complete. “We’re excited to get this project started,” says Ken Krcel, Director of Public Works and Environmental Services. “The planned renovations will help Timmins Transit continue to deliver efficient services with improved public amenities. This is the first update to the Transit Terminal since it was purchased by the City of Timmins in 2010.” The City is working with contractors to minimize impact to the public. There will be no disruption of Timmins Transit route services or schedule. Any change to services at the Transit Terminal, like bus pass purchase, will be communicated in advance through the City’s website at https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/timmins_transit.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities department wishes to advise the Public of an emergency water infrastructure activity affecting water quality for Dome Ave. between Main St. and Moore St. in South Porcupine this is repair will start on January 27, 2023 from 8AM to approximately 10PM. All homes and businesses in the affected area could be without water for a few hours as well colored water and lower than normal water pressures Homeowners in that area may experience brown or rust-colored water during the schedule water maintenance. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discolored 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 color has returned to normal. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services department wishes to advise the Public that the Preventative Boil Water Advisory at the Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Park has been lifted. Area: Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court Date Advisory Lifted: January 26, 2023 The Preventative Boil Water Advisory that the City of Timmins issued on January 20, 2023 has been lifted. Maintenance on the system was completed followed by satisfactory bacteriological sample results. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services department wishes to advise the Public of a Preventative Boil Water Advisory. Area: Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court Date of Advisory: January 20, 2023 until further notice. The City of Timmins is requiring you to take the following steps: Users of the water supply should bring their water to a rolling boil for one minute prior to consumption; Any dishes used for cooking/food preparation must be sanitized with a 100ppm chlorine solution for a minimum of two minutes; and All water taps must be posted, indicating that the water is not safe to drink. The preventative boil water advisory is effective immediately upon the return of water service. This is required to due to maintenance on the system. The Preventative Boil Water Advisory will remain in effect until the sample results confirm the water is fit for human consumption. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this necessary process, and advise that if there are any questions, concerns or requests for additional information, they may contact the Service Timmins at 705-264-1331 during business hours. After-hours emergencies should be directed to 705-264-1201. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
The City of Timmins Environmental Services & Public Utilities department wishes to advise the Public of a scheduled water infrastructure maintenance activities interrupting water for Pine Ridge Motel & Trailer Court. This is schedule to start on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 11AM to approximately 2PM. All homes affected area will be without water for a few hours as well coloured water. Homeowners in that area may experience brown or rust-colored water during the schedule water maintenance. It is recommended not to drink or wash laundry with the discolored 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 color has returned to normal. City staff would like to thank residents for their patience and cooperation during this work.
The City of Timmins Public Works Department would like to advise the public that a city-wide snow plowing operation is planned to begin Saturday December 17, 2022 at 12:00am. Crews will be deployed to plow city streets, rural roads, laneways and parking lots across the city. Some rural areas may not be plowed overnight and will be plowed during the daytime hours. We would also like to remind the public that the Winter Parking Ban is in effect. 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 patience and cooperation during this time. Public Works Department
Mayor Michelle Boileau has returned from this week’s Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference after speaking directly with provincial ministers on a number of community concerns. It was an opportunity to have targeted conversations about infrastructure funding, housing strategies, and how the City can align itself with the province’s priorities for 2023. “ROMA is a good example of how Northern municipalities can speak with a unified voice,” says Mayor Boileau. “Our message is amplified when we work together to represent the region. For Timmins, we had positive conversations about roads infrastructure, support for housing projects, and funding for paramedicine. It’s an exciting few days that puts us front and center with provincial leaders.” In addition to representing the municipality, Mayor Boileau spoke on behalf of both the Cochrane District Social Services Administration Board (CDSSAB) and Northern Ontario Service Deliverers Association (NOSDA) as chair of their respective Board of Directors. “The work CDSSAB is doing in supportive housing, housing for students, second-stage housing for women recovering from domestic violence, and strategies to end homelessness is both innovative and progressive,” adds Mayor Boileau. “We also had an opportunity to talk about CDSSAB’s Food Steps Program, a pilot project designed to reinforce healthy eating and nutrition for seniors and families with dependents. There is an opportunity, with provincial support, to make this a permanent program across CDSSAB’s catchment area.” In a provincial panel on confronting homelessness in rural Ontario, CDSSAB’s Chief Administrative Officer Brian Marks spoke of the need for collaboration with municipalities as a way to take immediate action to address homelessness, specifically while funding is being sought from upper levels of government. “Timmins and area is being recognized, across the province, for how we are addressing concerns of homelessness and mental health and addictions,” Mayor Boileau continues. “The work that is happening is strategic, solutions-based, and sensitive to the community’s overall quality of life. It’s exciting to have these discussions and reinforce how the province can support Timmins and area today and in our future planning.”
Mayor Michelle Boileau and the City’s delegation have joined municipal leaders from across the province at the Rural Ontario Municipal Association (ROMA) conference in Toronto this week. It’s an opportunity to meet with provincial ministers and prioritize municipal concerns. On Monday, Mayor Boileau met with Caroline Mulroney, Minister of Transportation, to discuss a number of issues, including bypass routes and the state of Municipal Road. "Municipal Road is a growing concern for both Timmins and Iroquois Falls," said Mayor Boileau. "Maintenance of the road comes at a considerable cost to the municipality for a regional connecting route between Hwy 101 E. and Hwy 11. The Minister and her staff heard our concerns and committed to working with the communities on this matter." Maintenance of Municipal Rd. was downloaded to the City of Timmins effective January 1, 1998. Lobbying sessions with the ministers help City Council put Timmins’ front and centre with the province. Conference attendees will also be taking part in workshops on a variety of topics including asset management, supporting seniors in a rural community, and attracting housing development to rural Ontario. “Advocating on behalf of Timmins and its residents is a significant part of my role, “adds Mayor Boileau. “We come prepared to make the most of the time in front of provincial decision-makers. We need to be clear on why additional provincial support is needed to maintain our roads and infrastructure.”
City Council has approved the 2023 water and wastewater budget as outlined by the City’s 10-year financial plan for water and wastewater services (water, sewer, storm). The increase is approximately 4.3% or $56 more for the average household. The 10-year financial plan was approved in 2021 to address a deficit in the water and wastewater budget with nominal increases set over a number of years. City Council also approved an increase to the “Low Income Utility Assistance Credit.” Eligible homeowners can now receive up to $150 off their utility fees and can apply anytime within the calendar year. So far in 2022, the City has issued $15,655 in rebates. Deadline for the 2022 credit is December 30, 2022. The budget includes plans to use the City’s recent $2.9 million Ontario Community Infrastructure Fund (OCIF) and Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) allocations for capital projects to rehabilitate or replace existing water infrastructure. It’s also important to note that the $2.1 million budgeted for water and wastewater infrastructure replacement as part of Connecting Link construction includes the money needed for work in 2023 and the unspent portion reserved from 2022 construction that ended short of Mountjoy St. The water and wastewater budget is separate from the general 2023 budget or 2023 tax levy because revenues are sourced from user fees and not property tax. Council will begin tax levy discussions in early 2023, which is typical in a municipal election year as incoming council is familiarized with City programs and services. The full long-term financial plan for water and wastewater available on the City of Timmins website under Our Services > Water and Sewer. The application form for the Low Income Utility Assistance Credit is also available online at Timmins.ca
Mid-morning on a dairy farm in the heart of Timmins and Mayor Michelle Boileau and Councillor Rock Whissell are learning more about how Haasen Farms Ltd. operates. Not the Mayor’s normal Friday morning, but one that carries with it the opportunity for agricultural revival in Timmins and Northern Ontario. On Friday, Mayor Boileau and Councillor Whissell joined Minister Lisa Thompson, Minister of Agriculture, Food & Rural Affairs, for a tour of four farming operations in Timmins and Matheson, part of a day long discussion hosted by Commerce Management and the Northeast Community Network (NeCN) as part of the Claybelt Agricultural Project. The project aims to enhance farm production in the north and highlight the tremendous potential for agriculture to become the third major pillar in the region’s economy. Timmins is part of a group of municipalities along the Hwy. 11 corridor who have invested in the project. It was a small bit of history for Timmins, the first time a Minister of Agriculture has toured the area, more significantly with the Minister of Mines, and Timmins MPP, George Pirie. Collaboration across the regions economic pillars could be key to how quickly agriculture and farming joins mining and forestry as economic drivers for the area. “We had an opportunity to talk about how Timmins’ economy can be diversified and flourish,” says Mayor Boileau. “It’s important for the City of Timmins to be front and centre in these discussions, to not only support our farming sector, but to emphasize the importance of stimulating agricultural development in a way that is sustainable and environmentally conscious.” Timmins’ City Council received an update on the Claybelt Agricultural Project in July. The benefit to establishing agriculture in Timmins, aside from benefiting the economy, is the potential for job creation and food security. Ultimately, it’s part of future planning for our community and region. “Our tour of Rubber Boot Farm highlighted how farming in the north has the capacity to support the environment,” adds Mayor Boileau. “Regenerative farming, working with nature and not against it, protects the land and delivers quality, nutritious food products. We have innovative farmers here, in our community, who are pushing the industry forward. We were happy to be able to show Minister Thompson what Timmins and the north has to offer. For more information on the Claybelt Agricultural Project visit: https://bit.ly/3B1fpZe
The City of Timmins is holding its inaugural meeting of council on Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The inauguration will see Mayor Michelle Boileau and Members of Council take their oaths of office for the 2022-2026 term. The event will be held in Council Chambers and members of the public can view the ceremony online at: https://www.timmins.ca/our_services/city_hall/mayor_and_council/council_webcasts The inauguration ceremony will include: Pipe Major—Tom Luke Singing of O Canada Land Acknowledgement Declaration of Office and Oath of Allegiance - Mayor Michelle Boileau Declaration of Office and Oath of Allegiance - Members of Council Inauguration Address by Mayor Michelle Boileau Please note that attendance at Council Chambers is by invitation only. The public can view the ceremony online at the link provided above.
Night Time Snow Removal 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM From January 29 to February 2, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Sunday, January 29 Starting 9:30 PM: Connecting Link: Riverside Monday, January 30 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins West: Norman (Riverside to Snow Dump), School (Riverside to Leonard), Royal (Riverside to Power), Clifford (Riverside to Power), St-Jean, Mcbride North Tuesday, January 31 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins: Lakeshore, Railway Wednesday, February 1 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins: Bridges and Guiderails Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM From January 30 to February 3, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Monday, January 30 Starting 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Kelly Ann, Lozanne, Renee Place, Lois Tuesday, January 31 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Rosemarie, Lalonde, Demine Wednesday, February 1, Starting at 7:30 AM: Porcupine: Rekela, Young North, Ottolen, Ruth, Division, Henry, Florence North, Remembrance Thursday, February 2 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Malette, Jean, Couture, Martin, Delia Friday, February 3 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be done will be done on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that winter maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for snow removal crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where waste and recycling collection 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
Night Time Snow Removal 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM From January 22 to January 26, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Sunday, January 22 Starting 9:30 PM: Timmins West: Shirley (Bonaventure to Lafleur), Park, Joseph Monday, January 23 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins North: Charles, Avenue, Fogg (Algonquin to Ann), Ann (Gillies to dead end), Oak, Cloutier (Oak to Willow), Willow, Vimy ( Theriault to Gillies), Gillies, Poplar. Tuesday, January 24 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins North: College (Jubilee to Reg Pope), Westmount (College to Airport), Victoria (College to Denise), Denise. Wednesday, January 25 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins North: Suzanne, Lonergan, Riverpark Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM From January 23 to January 27, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Monday, January 23 Starting 7:30 AM: Bucket Loading Timmins South: Rose, Ogden (Railway to dead end), Dale (Railway to dead end) Porcupine: Eric, Clement (Ferguson to Mitchener), Renison (Mitchener to Clement). Tuesday, January 24 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Diane, Brousseau, Hamelin, Hemlock (Ross to Roche), Tamarack (Ross to Dead end) Wednesday, January 25 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Spruce (Ross to Brousseau), Spruce (Hendry to Dead end), Pine (Ross to Dead end), Hendry, Cedar (Jubilee to Hendry), Jubilee (Cedar to Balsam). Thursday, January 26 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Balsam (Ross to Brousseau), Birch (Ross to Brousseau), Lavigne, Conrad. Friday, January 20 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be done will be done on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that winter maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for snow removal crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where waste and recycling collection 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
Night Time Snow Removal 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM From January 7 to January 13, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Sunday January 15 Starting 9:30 PM: Timmins North: Ross, Jubilee. Monday January 16 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins North: Sixth (Toke to Maclean), Pine (Sixth to Ross), Messines Tuesday January 17 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins North: Mountjoy (Third to Vimy), Maclean (Vimy to Jubilee), Waterloo (Algonquin to Vimy). Wednesday January 18 Starting at 9:30 PM: Timmins South: Wilson (Mountjoy to Mattagami), Mountjoy (Third to Dead End). Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM From January 16 to January 20, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Monday January 16 Starting 7:30 AM: Timmins South: Belanger (Mountjoy to Mattagami), Bannerman (Mountjoy to Dead end), Middleton (Mountjoy to Dead end). South Porcupine: Crawford North (Harold to Julie), Main North (Harold to Dead end), Moore North (Harold to Dead end), Legion North (Harold to Dead End) Tuesday January 17 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Polaris (Maclean to Dead end), Quartz, George, Jade (Maclean to Melrose). Schumacher: Croatia, Grant. South Porcupine: Fern, Helmer Wednesday January 18 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins South: Preston (Commercial to Southern), Rea (Belanger to Southern), Cameron (Belanger to Columbus). South Porcupine: Nadine, Sony, Julie, Hellen Thursday January 19 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins South: Cody, Tonelli, Graham Lane, Mohawk, Cayuga, Seneca, Oneida Timmins North: JV Bonhomme (Maclean to College), College (JV Bonhomme to Westmount), Victoria (Maclean to College). Friday January 20 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts South Porcupine: Ferguson, Spillenaar, Grace Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be done will be done on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that winter maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for snow removal crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where waste and recycling collection 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
Night Time Snow Removal 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM From January 8 to January 13, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Sunday, January 8 Starting 9:30 PM: South Porcupine: Downtown Bruce (Legion to Lakeview), Golden (Legion to Evans), Main (Strachan to Shamrock), Crawford (Golden to Shamrock), Powell (Crawford to Legion) Monday, January 9 Starting at 9:30 PM: Connecting Link: King, Howard Tuesday, January 10 Starting at 9:30 PM: Connecting Link: Schumacher Highway (Carium Road to 655) Wednesday, January 11 Starting at 9:30 PM: Connecting Link: Algonquin (655 to Pine) Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM From January 9 to January 13, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Monday, January 9 Starting 7:30 AM: Timmins South: Columbus (Mountjoy to Cameron), Montgomery (Mountjoy to Cameron), Southern (Mountjoy to Rea). South Porcupine: O’Brian (Main to Moore), Broadway (Moore to Crawford), Essa (Moore to Dead end) Tuesday, January 10 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Fifth (Cedar to Mountjoy), Cedar (Sixth to Mountjoy), Balsam (Sixth to Dead end). South Porcupine: Dome (Moore to Dead end), Shamrock (Legion to Dead end), Bloor (Legion to Lakeview). Wednesday, January 11 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Birch (Sixth to Dead end), Maple (Sixth to Ninth), Elm (Sixth to Ninth). South Porcupine: Moore (Harold to Quebec), Quebec (Legion to Moore), Strachan (Legion to Main). Thursday, January 12 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Seventh (Toke to Maclean), Floral (Maclean to Rea), Laurier (Mountjoy to Rea), Borden (Mountjoy to dead end). Schumacher: Fourth (Boundary to Pondarosa), Pondarosa (Fourth to Croatia), Veterans (Croatia to Fourth), Brundy (Delost to Boundary) Friday, January 13 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins: Churches and Store Fronts South Porcupine: Legion (Harold to Quebec), Front (Essa to Dead end), Huot (Essa to Dead end). Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be done will be done on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that winter maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for snow removal crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where waste and recycling collection 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
Night Time Snow Removal 9:30 PM to 7:30 AM From January 2 to January 5, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Monday, January 2 Starting 9:30 PM: Timmins: Downtown BIA Spruce, Pine, Cedar, Balsam Tuesday, January 3 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins: Downtown BIA Third, Second Wednesday, January 4 Starting at 7:30 AM: South Porcupine: Downtown Bruce (Legion to Lakeview), Golden (Legion to Evans), Main (Strachan to Shamrock), Crawford (Golden to Shamrock), Powell (Crawford to Legion) Daytime Snow Removal 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM From January 3 to January 6, 2023, the Public Works Department wishes to inform the public that crews may be doing snow removal. Tuesday, January 3 Starting 7:30 AM: Timmins: Maple South (Second to End), Elm South (Second to Dead End), First Avenue (Mountjoy to Pine) Schumacher: Dwyer, Fourth, Les Hall, Hollinger Wednesday, January 4 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins North: Hemlock (Fifth to Empire) Tamarack (Fifth to Empire), Spruce (Sixth to Empire) South Porcupine: William, Cecil, Powell Thursday, January 5 Starting at 7:30 AM: Timmins South: Birch (Second to Ogden), Balsam (Second to Ogden), Cedar (Kirby to Ogden) Schumacher: Battachio, Templeton, Aura Lake, Lionscrest, Boundary Friday, January 6 Starting at 7:30 AM: Churches and Store Fronts Note on the Plan: The above plan or parts of the plan may be changed at any time and/or delayed if a winter storm is in effect or related to mechanical issues. The snow removal crew will change to a snow plowing operation. Those streets that may not be done will be done on the next available snow removal shift. Illegal placement of Snow from Residential Property onto Sidewalk and Road: A reminder that City BYLAW 1993-4162 does not allow a person to place snow from a person’s property and place onto the road or sidewalk. Posted No Parking Signs Advising Winter Maintenance: Public Works would like to remind residents that yellow No Parking Signs will be posted to notify that winter maintenance will be taking place for daytime operations. Vehicles not complying with these No Parking signs will be ticketed and towed to allow for snow removal crew to advance. Winter Parking Ban: 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. Priority Sequence for Snow Removal Operations: Day Operation: Snow removal is never done in the area where waste and recycling collection is taking 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
Work is proceeding along segment 6 of the Connecting Link, which runs from Mountjoy St. to Theriault Blvd. This week, crews are completing sidewalks, some soft restoration, and feathering in paving on side streets. Next week, electrical is scheduled (traffic signals and street lights). Line painting is also planned. We anticipate that the remaining work will take approximately 3 weeks to complete. Algonquin Blvd. will be fully opened from Mountjoy St. to Theriault Blvd. at that time.
We have been asked if Algonquin Blvd. E. will be open this winter. Yes, Algonquin between Theriault and Mountjoy will be paved and it will be open before winter. Current construction on the Connecting Link will end at Wilcox St. Road work east of Wilcox, including the Mountjoy intersection, will be added to the 2023 construction season. The construction activity this week includes watermain, subdrain, grading, concrete curbs, sidewalks, and paving as weather permits. This construction is part of a three-year Connecting Link project from Theriault to Brunette. It is a massive undertaking and we appreciate your continued patience and cooperation.
Please be advised that contractors will start controlled blasting in the Connecting Link construction zone beginning Monday, Sept. 12. 2022. Blasting will be on-going until further notice and will occur Monday to Friday between 7am and 7pm. Controlled blasting is being done to remove bedrock from pipe trenches located from Preston Ave. moving west towards Mountjoy St. This is to facilitate continued installation of underground infrastructure along Algonquin Blvd. Noise and vibration in the area are to be expected. Contractors will work to control dust from blasting activities. Controlled blasting is being done to remove bedrock from pipe trenches located from Preston Ave. moving west towards Mountjoy St. This is to facilitate continued installation of underground infrastructure along Algonquin Blvd. Businesses and residents in the area have been notified by contractors. We appreciate your continued patience as we work towards project completion.
Please be advised that water will be shut off in the area surrounding the Connecting Link construction zone along Algonquin Blvd. on the evenings of Sept. 12 AND Sept. 13, 2022 beginning at 9:00 p.m. and for a period of approximately 9 hours. The shut off area is specific to the construction zone site and will impact businesses and homes along Algonquin Blvd. between Theriault Blvd. and Mountjoy St. including the Preston St. apartments, extending up Rea St. N. immediately behind the grocery store and Hollinger Plaza. This is necessary to work on water infrastructure in the construction zone. When the water flow returns, you may experience discoloured water. Before using the water, it is recommended to run your cold-water taps for a minimum of 10 minutes until the water runs clear. You may need to do this once water is turned on from each disruption. Residents and businesses in the area have been notified by contractors. Thank you for your continued patience as we work towards project completion.
Connecting Link update for August 30, 2022. Crews are currently working on the intersection at Preston St. All new infrastructure at Preston St. and Algonquin Blvd. is complete. Crews will start the disinfection procedure on the new watermain system this week. Hydro One will be moving services from old utility poles to new poles within the work zone. Once this is complete, the old utility poles will be removed and crews will complete the subdrains and start preparing for curb and sidewalk installation from just east of Theriault Blvd. to Preston St. Work in the Beer Store parking lot has been finished and paving is being scheduled. As we head towards the Mountjoy intersection, we are expecting to hit bedrock and may have to blast. You can see some of the existing rock formation on Algonquin by the Senator Hotel. A pre-blast survey has been completed by the contractor with all area businesses and residents in the area. Finally, with the downpour we got last night, crews had some minor pumping of the excavation site this morning, but it won’t have impact on work progress.