Timmins, ON

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is meeting to approve its agenda and previous minutes, and to enter a closed session for confidential matters under Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act. No substantive public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda for August 20, 2026 meeting
• Approval of minutes from July 10 and August 13, 2026 meetings
• Closed meeting for confidential matters under Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act
• Next meeting scheduled for September 10, 2026

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation ceremony in Council Chambers to recognize Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month. The meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, September 9, 2026, at 2:30 pm.

• Proclamation of FASD Awareness Month
• Meeting at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold hearings for several property-related applications, including requests for minor variances and land consents. The body will also review and adopt minutes from the July 20, 2026, meeting.

• Consent Application B-11-26: Andre Lauziere regarding 840 Finn Road
• Consent Applications B-13-26 and B-14-26: Lafleur Gardens Ltd.
• Minor Variance Application A-34-26: Patrick McEachren and Ginette Dubuc
• Minor Variance Application A-35-26: 1001235842 Ontario Inc. (Rahim Chagani)
• Minor Variance Application FV-01-26: Shawn Ouimette

Council Meeting

Council is considering a motion to accept the Ontario Ombudsman's report finding that email discussions among a quorum of council in June 2025 constituted an illegally closed meeting. The motion directs staff to draft a procedural bylaw update on calling special meetings and to prepare council orientation on closed meetings and email use. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Ombudsman report: June 20, 2025 email thread among council quorum was an illegal closed meeting
• Motion to accept Ombudsman recommendations
• Directs administration to draft update to Procedural Bylaw on calling special meetings
• Directs preparation of council orientation on closed meetings and email use

Proclamations

This is a ceremonial agenda item, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins will hold a flag-raising at City Hall on August 14, 2026, at 11:00 am to mark Filipino Fiesta. No other business is listed.

• Flag raising for Filipino Fiesta at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins, ON, on August 14, 2026 at 11:00 am

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board will consider approving the 2025 Annual Missing Person Report and the First Aggregate Discipline Measures Report for 2026, which details disciplinary actions taken without hearings. The board will also receive updates from the Chief, Deputy Chief, and committee chairs, and review correspondence from the Inspector General of Policing regarding political activity by board members.

• Approval of 2025 Missing Person Report (to be published on police website)
• Approval of Aggregate Discipline Measures Report (Jan 1–Jun 1, 2026) with 4 incidents: 2 forfeitures of hours (20 total hours) and 2 training measures
• Correspondence: Inspector General Advisory Bulletin on political activity for board members ahead of municipal elections
• Statistical report from Deputy Chief Dinel
• HR staffing updates from Chief Human Resources Executive

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss the Service Timmins Portal, review site visits for accessibility at Leo DelVillano Park restrooms and the Sportsplex pool, and consider a letter of support to City Council for using the CNIB National I.D. card as a valid bus pass for Paratransit and conventional transit. The committee will also receive updates on the Airport Road Activity Trail extension and other accessibility projects.

• Resolution to adopt minutes from May 28, 2026 meeting
• Discussion on Service Timmins Portal with J. Chilton
• Site visit findings at Leo DelVillano Park restrooms and Sportsplex pool
• Letter of support for CNIB National I.D. card as bus pass for Paratransit
• Update on Airport Road Activity Trail extension between Lamminen Road and Riverpark Road

Council Meeting

Timmins City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including zoning changes for Melrose Heights and Highway 101 East, a detailed design service contract for the Deloro Landfill Site, a pilot program for ONR first-mile last-mile transit, and the 2025 year-end financial report. The agenda also includes a closed meeting to discuss an ongoing investigation by the Ontario Ombudsman, and several by-laws for first and second reading, including appointments and agreements.

• Zoning amendments for Melrose Heights and Highway 101 East (By-laws 2026-9391 and 2026-9392)
• Agreement with Dillon Consulting Limited for Deloro Landfill Site Detailed Design Services (By-law 2026-9394)
• Two-year agreement with 1393097 Ontario Inc. for motor grader snow clearing and maintenance grading (By-law 2026-9395)
• Year End Financial Report and Reserves 2025 Tax Fund
• Lease agreements with Chenier Motors Ltd. and McIntyre Curling Club Incorporation

Proclamations

The City is issuing a formal proclamation to recognize the upcoming 'Rock on the River Days' event at Hollinger Park.

• Proclamation for Rock on the River Days at Hollinger Park

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold hearings on three minor variance applications. Decisions on each application will be made after public input. This is a regular meeting with procedural items and public hearings.

• Hearing for minor variance A-31-26: Ronald & Suzanne Gosselin (agent Ron Gosselin Jr.)
• Hearing for minor variance A-32-26: Erik Robichaud (agent Brandon Perry)
• Hearing for minor variance A-33-26: Tyler Bertrand (agent Keenan Bertrand)

Proclamations

This agenda contains only procedural boilerplate regarding a ceremonial flag raise for the Festa Italiana festival. No policy changes, budget allocations, or public hearings are scheduled. The council will simply acknowledge the community event at City Hall.

• Ceremonial flag raise for Festa Italiana at Porcupine Dante Club

Council Meeting

Council will first hold a closed meeting to discuss land acquisitions in Tisdale and Mountjoy townships. The open session includes reports on purchasing a used landfill compactor, replacing airport HVAC units, advancing the Whitney-Tisdale pollution control plant study, and rezoning 324 Feldman Road. Council will also consider motions to approve noise exemptions for a private event and a Sundance ceremony, a $150,000 grant from accommodation tax funds, and a request for a report on lowering the speed limit on Airport Road. Several by-laws for financing capital projects, including the Golden Manor redevelopment and road work, are scheduled for final readings.

• Proposed $559,314.80 contract with N. Lacroix Plumbing and Heating to replace HVAC units at Timmins Victor M. Power Airport
• Purchase of a used 2019 Caterpillar 816K landfill compactor from Marcel Equipment Limited for $329,605 plus HST, with trade-in of existing unit
• Rezoning of land at 324 Feldman Road via By-law 2026-9383
• Request for $150,000 from Municipal Accommodation Tax funds for Mount Jamieson Resort Inc. operations garage and Magic Carpet lift
• Closed meeting to discuss proposed or pending land acquisitions in Tisdale and Mountjoy townships

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee will consider several grant applications, including a $150,000 request from Mount Jamieson Resort for a Magic Carpet conveyor lift and a new operations garage. It will also hear a grant application from Mushkegowuk Council for Creefest 2026 and a financial report on the MAT fund. The meeting includes the usual declaration of pecuniary interest and approval of the February 13, 2026 minutes.

• Mount Jamieson Resort Inc. – grant request for $150,000 to fund Magic Carpet Ride and new garage
• Mushkegowuk Council – grant application for Creefest 2026 (Category 1)
• MAT Financial Report presentation
• Declaration of pecuniary interest
• Approval of previous minutes (February 13, 2026)

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Board will review updates on police activities and leadership reports. Key decisions include the appointment of a Special Constable and a Sworn Officer, as well as processing recent resignations.

• Special Constable Appointments
• Sworn Officer Appointment
• Sworn Officer Resignation
• Special Constable Resignation

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence will approve minutes from January and discuss updates on the 'Staying Isn't Choosing Phase 2' initiative. Items include a professional conference, youth summit, community sports engagement, and storytelling efforts. No votes on spending or policies are scheduled.

• Approval of January 14, 2026 minutes
• Abuse Shatters Lives (ASL) Conference – Professional Engagement
• High School Youth Summit – Youth Engagement
• Community & Sports Engagement – Leadership Engagement
• Storytelling & Community Voices

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

Museum Advisory Committee

The Museum Advisory Committee will review the Museum Constitution, discuss Old Business items like the Caboose relocation, and approve a provincial grant for the Museum Annual Summary.

• Approval of previous minutes
• Museum Constitution formal acceptance
• Old Business: Caboose relocation letter
• Museum Annual Summary – provincial grant funding
• Review of Hollinger House dedication plaque

Council Meeting

Council will vote on finalizing agreements for two new fire trucks and a sewer project, along with several zoning changes and land sales. The meeting also includes resolutions for street closures for events and a presentation on the library's social return on investment.

• Purchase of two tanker apparatus for $1,739,602 + HST
• Purchase of one pumper apparatus for $1,481,500 + HST
• Zoning amendments for 422 Hemlock Street and 285 Pine Street South
• Deeming by-laws for 503, 505, and 515 Cedar Street South
• Street closures for Khalsa Day Parade and Downtown Urban Markets

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is reviewing multiple minor variance and consent applications. These include requests for property easements, haul road access, and building height adjustments.

• Easement for 31 Rabbit Road to provide vehicular access to 4365 Highway 101 West
• Haul road easement for C. Villeneuve Construction Co. Ltd. in Murphy Township
• Height variance for a pre-fabricated steel structure at 2760 Dalton Road
• Consent application by Kim & Sharon Lavergne

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will discuss a grant application for the ACO Heritage Helping Housing Building Grant and review a Cultural Heritage Emergency Management Plan. They will also consider a storyboard draft and plan a plaque presentation for two designated properties at 54 Spruce Street and 272 Third Avenue on July 14, 2026.

• Plaque presentation for 54 Spruce Street (Timmins Transit) and 272 Third Avenue (H.R. Bielek Building) on July 14, 2026
• Review of storyboard draft for heritage properties
• Discussion of ACO Heritage Helping Housing Building Grant
• Consideration of Cultural Heritage Emergency Management Plan
• Correspondence: release of revised Ontario Heritage Toolkit Decision Trees and ACO request for extension of expiry date for protection of heritage properties

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board met to review monthly police activities, crime statistics, and emerging transportation regulations. The board approved the resignation of officer Dani Durepos and received updates on upcoming community safety events. A closed session addressed confidential labour relations and litigation matters.

• Approval of Dani Durepos's police officer resignation (effective May 17, 2026)
• Review of monthly crime statistics showing a four-year decline
• Update on traffic enforcement guidelines for e-bikes, mopeds, and scooters
• Closed session for confidential labour relations and litigation matters

Council Meeting

Council will consider creating a Municipal Services Corporation for economic development, vote on funding for airport expansion and park projects, and receive updates on sustainability and water quality. Several by-laws and resolutions, including encampment protocol and noise exemptions, are also on the agenda.

• Create Municipal Services Corporation for Economic Development (By-law 2026-9363)
• Approve $1.69M city share for Timmins Airport Expansion (total $3.38M)
• Approve $477K city share for Hollinger Park Indigenous Pavilion and Play Hub (total $954K)
• Contract with Openspace Solutions for accessible playground at Leo DelVillano Park ($235,760)
• Amend stop signs at Theriault & Vimy and Urquhart Road

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will issue a proclamation declaring Pride Week at the Timmins Museum. This is a ceremonial recognition, not a policy or budget decision.

• Proclamation for Pride Week at Timmins Museum, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss allowing the CNIB National ID card as a bus pass for paratransit services, with reimbursement for riders who paid during a period of uncertainty. They will also review accessible parking arrangements at Gillies Lake for Canada Day, the Sportsplex ramp and automatic door issues, and a letter from the Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery regarding provincial specialized transit eligibility.

• Approval of minutes from March 24, April 16, and May 11, 2026
• Accessible parking at Gillies Lake for Canada Day festivities
• Sportsplex ramp/automatic door button location and signage
• CNIB National ID card accepted as bus pass for paratransit; reimbursement for prior purchasers
• Letter from Ministry on standardized provincial eligibility for specialized transit

Museum Advisory Committee

The Museum Advisory Committee will discuss updates on the caboose, constitution, an MPP Pirie letter, lifetime membership location, and tourism guide. New business includes a discussion on Hollinger House, and the committee will review the process for museum collection acquisitions.

• Approval of previous minutes from March 11, 2026
• Updates on caboose, constitution, MPP Pirie letter, lifetime membership location, tourism guide
• New business: Hollinger House
• Museum Collection Acquisitions process

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold hearings on three consent applications (land severances) and seven minor variance requests. Decisions will affect properties including those from Timmins Golden Nuggets Conservation Club, C. Villeneuve Construction Co. Ltd., and multiple residents seeking zoning adjustments for building size and lot frontage.

• Consent B-07-26: Timmins Golden Nuggets Conservation Club land severance
• Consent B-08-26: C. Villeneuve Construction Co. Ltd. severance (agent Lake Shore Gold Corp.)
• Consent B-09-26: C. Villeneuve Construction Co. Ltd. second severance (agent Lake Shore Gold Corp.)
• Minor variance A-18-26: Dan & Line Perrier request for building size/height increase
• Minor variance A-20-26: Daniel Paquin request for lot frontage reduction

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The Indigenous Advisory Committee will discuss the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan and review a letter from the Metis Nation of Ontario requesting a meeting with city staff. The committee will also evaluate the corporate Indigenous awareness training program. Approval of previous minutes is on the agenda.

• Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan discussion
• Letter from Metis Nation of Ontario requesting engagement with city over Abitibi Inland Metis Community recognition
• Review of Corporate Indigenous Awareness Training content and test effectiveness
• Previous minutes mention Hollinger improvements project and orange bus wrap for reconciliation

Council Meeting

This meeting includes presentations on custodial services, fleet vehicle purchases, and zoning changes. The consent agenda contains numerous by-laws for contracts, property sales, and designations. Council will debate a motion requesting police to strictly enforce all criminal activity and calling on higher governments to change bail and sentencing, as well as a motion to increase the borrowing limit for the Golden Manor Redevelopment Project. Other motions address farm animal trespassing and biohazard cleanup.

• Write-off of $884,628.61 in Provincial Offences Act fines
• Zoning changes for 618 Government Road South and 3957 Highway 101 West
• Purchase of multiple fleet vehicles including trucks and SUVs
• Increase of borrowing limit for Golden Manor Redevelopment Project
• Resolution calling for stricter enforcement of drug and property crimes

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider a purchase request for a gondola accessible swing at White Water Park. The cost of $48,985.50 would be funded from the Accessibility Fund account, which has a balance of $75,710.95.

• Purchase request for gondola accessible swing at White Water Park: $48,985.50
• Funding from Accessibility Fund account (balance: $75,710.95)
• Committee support or rejection of the purchase

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee will hear a presentation from the Canadian Centre for Safer Communities on the UPSTREAM project results. They will also review the CSWB Plan overview, discuss and approve the updated Terms of Reference, and identify priority topic areas for the coming year.

• Presentation of UPSTREAM project raw data from CCFSC
• Review of proposed Terms of Reference clarifying committee roles
• Discussion of priority topic areas (youth, mental health, homelessness, GBV)
• Update on youth engagement initiatives including parent night at Dante Club
• Homelessness encampment location still not identified for spring/summer

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss accessible parking for Canada Day festivities at Gillies Lake, a ramp and automatic doors at the Sportsplex, and a response from the Ministry on specialized transit eligibility. They will also review an account balance of $73,174.95 and plan for National AccessAbility Week events.

• Accessible parking at Gillies Lake for Canada Day festivities
• Sportsplex ramp and automatic doors (button location concern)
• Letter from Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery on specialized transit eligibility
• National AccessAbility Week proclamation and activities (May 25-31)
• Account balance of $73,174.95