Timmins public meetings in 2025

Council Meeting

This is a budget council meeting where council will consider several proposed amendments to the 2026 budget. The amendments include using reserves to limit the tax levy increase to 3.99%, adding funds for playgrounds and pickleball courts, and cutting capital funds for recreation. The meeting is focused on these budget decisions.

• Use of Tax Stabilization Reserve to limit tax levy increase to 3.99%
• $250,000 for enhanced playground infrastructure, $50k per ward
• $150,000 for two pickleball courts in the east end
• Cut $500,000 from capital budget to fund recreation, aiming for 4% tax increase

Council Meeting

This is a budget council meeting where council members propose amendments to the 2026 budget, covering items from recreation facilities to transit fares and public health. Decisions will be made on each proposed amendment, which range from funding allocations to budget cuts.

• $500,000 for a pickleball centre, with grant applications
• $500,000 removed from budget for cricket
• $140,000 for baseball field improvements (7 fields at $20,000 each)
• Timmins Police Service budget increase of 7.5%
• $50,000 additional for Canada Day events

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is meeting to review the 2026 operational budget proposal, which emphasizes human and capital resource development, and to approve several personnel changes including retirements, a resignation, and a promotion. The agenda also includes updates from the Chief of Police and the Indigenous Advisory Committee, followed by a closed meeting for confidential matters.

• 2026 Budget Presentation by Chief Lecky, focusing on staffing and capital investments
• Retirement of Richard Blanchette, effective December 31, 2025
• Resignation of Brad Palmer, effective December 18, 2025
• Promotion of Eric Proulx to Special Constable Team Leader, effective December 15, 2025
• Retirement of Henry Dacosta, effective December 31, 2025

Council Meeting

Timmins Council meets to handle a closed session, receive integrity commissioner reports, and vote on several by-laws including a land sale, water treatment chemical supply, and water hauling services. Council will also consider motions opposing conservation authority consolidation and supporting highway improvements and Andrew's Law.

• Integrity Commissioner reports involving Mayor Boileau and Councillors Gvozdanovic and Curley
• Zoning by-law amendment and removal of holding provision for Melrose Heights subdivision
• Direct land sale of City land on St. Jean Avenue to 1001139548 Ontario Inc.
• 12-month agreement with Chemtrade Chemical Canada Ltd. for Liquid Aluminum Sulphate at $596,570 + HST
• Two-year agreement with GFL Environmental Services Inc. for water hauling at $101,200 + HST

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet to review a minor variance application from Claude Tanguay and a consent application from Dome Mine Ltd. The meeting also includes the adoption of previous minutes and approval of administrative actions.

• Minor variance application A-50-25 by Claude Tanguay
• Consent application B-15-25 by Dome Mine Ltd. c/o Amy Hu
• Adoption of minutes from the November 17, 2025, meeting

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board will hold a regular meeting to approve the agenda and conduct business. The agenda includes a scheduled closed meeting to discuss confidential matters regarding property security, personal matters of individuals, and potential litigation.

• Approval of the December 4, 2025, meeting agenda
• Closed meeting regarding property security, personal matters, and litigation

Council Meeting

Council will hear presentations on the Recreation Master Plan, 2026 Fleet Program, and 2026 budgets, then vote on a motion to approve $2,953,000 in fleet equipment purchases and a 5% increase in internal charge-out rates. The recreation plan update covers design, costing, and site options for a new multi-use recreation complex.

• 2026 Fleet Program: $2,953,000 + HST for equipment purchases
• 5% increase in internal charge-out rates for Fleet fund in 2026
• Recreation Master Plan: Phase 2 update on multi-use facility, including Hwy 655 and Government Road site options
• Capital cost estimates for recreation complex: $207M (Hwy 655) and $206M (Government Road) for Phase 1
• 2026 Consolidated City Budget and Other Funds Budget presentations

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda: approving the agenda, previous minutes, and then entering a closed meeting for confidential matters under the Community Safety and Policing Act. No new public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda for November 27, 2025 meeting
• Approval of minutes from November 13, 2025 meeting
• Closed meeting for confidential matters under Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several operational and administrative matters, including extending a waste collection contract, approving new parking restrictions, acquiring road allowance, and closing a laneway. The agenda also includes updates on the shelter and encampment relocation and correspondence from other municipalities.

• One-year extension of waste collection contract with GFL Environmental Inc. for $155,829.44 + HST
• Agreement with Northern Tel for fiber optic network at Golden Manor for $171,295.00 + HST
• New no parking and accessibility zones on Victoria Avenue, Toke Street, and Fifth Avenue
• Acquisition of two sections of Kraft Creek Road allowance from Lafleur Gardens Ltd. and Markus Vesterlund
• Motion to close laneway between Spruce Street South and Pine Street South and issue RFP for its use

Council Meeting

The City Council is reviewing the first draft of the 2026 Taxation Fund Budget. The presentation includes a summary of departmental expenses, projected revenues, and highlights from a recent resident budget survey.

• First draft of the 2026 Taxation Fund Budget
• Proposed $800,000 transfer from reserves to cover budget increases
• Proposed $800,000 increase to Golden Manor Redevelopment debt payments
• Projected 4.06% increase in City net operating expenditure
• Proposed $1,185,700 increase in Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund (OMPF) funding

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on four applications: three minor variances and one fence variance, submitted by Scott Johnson, Alex Prozee, and OK Tire Timmins. The committee will also consider amending a condition of a previous consent decision for John and Nadine Rypalowski regarding a barn used as a storage building.

• Minor variance application A-47-25 by Scott Johnson
• Minor variance application A-48-25 by Alex Prozee
• Minor variance application A-49-25 by OK Tire Timmins (agent Kevin Russell, Rivard Engineering)
• Fence variance application FV-02-25 by OK Tire Timmins (agent Kevin Russell, Rivard Engineering)
• Resolution to amend Condition #5 of Decision 24-103 for consent application B-19-24 by John and Nadine Rypalowski

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee will review a $20,000 funding request from Anti-Hunger Coalition Timmins for its Good Food Box program, along with the MAT financial report and proposed 2026 meeting dates. The committee will also adopt minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting.

• Anti-Hunger Coalition Timmins requests $20,000 for Good Food Box program (Category 1 grant)
• MAT financial report shows $1,404,796.40 revenue for fiscal 2025, with expenses exceeding budget
• 2026 meeting dates proposed: February 13, May 22, August 14, December 11
• Approval of minutes from May 5, 2025 regular meeting

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is meeting to approve routine personnel matters, including the resignation of one officer, the retirement of another, several promotions, and the appointment of four auxiliary members. The board will also receive updates from the Chief of Police, an Indigenous Advisory Committee report, a statistical report on crime trends, and human resources and finance updates. The meeting will then move into a closed session for confidential matters.

• Approval of resignation of Davor Djak and revocation of his police officer appointment
• Approval of retirement of William Field, effective November 14, 2025
• Promotion of Sydney Hannah to Records Clerk Team Leader
• Appointment of four auxiliary members: Maegan Izawa, Mahamad Alahmed, ArulPriya Subramaniyam, and Hailey Wilson
• Promotion of five officers to Sergeant: Ryan Rantala, Trevor Southcott, Justin Blain, Kathryn Beatty, and Mitch Laflamme

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence is meeting to discuss gaps and successes in its work, review the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, and talk about the 'Staying Isn't Choosing' campaign. The agenda is largely discussion-based with no formal decisions or votes listed.

• Discussion of 'Staying Isn't Choosing' campaign
• Review of Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Discussion on process for agenda items
• Review of gaps and successes in committee work

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several property matters, including a direct land sale, zoning changes, and a significant budget increase for the Golden Manor Redevelopment Project. They will also consider agreements for park and pool work, and discuss a security pilot report. The meeting includes a closed session for personal matters.

• Direct land sale of City land on Warner Street to abutting owners for $11,900 plus HST
• Zoning by-law amendment for 810 Laforest Road
• Golden Manor Redevelopment budget increase of $8,814,923.99 plus HST
• Agreement with John Delost Construction for topsoil at Hollinger Park ($266,730 + HST)
• Agreement with GW Construction for grout at Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool ($130,200 + HST)

Proclamations - 03 Nov 2025 - Poppy Weeks

This is a ceremonial proclamation item, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins is holding a flag raise and proclamation at 11:00 am on November 3, 2025, at City Hall to mark Poppy Weeks.

• Flag raise and proclamation for Poppy Weeks at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins, on November 3, 2025 at 11:00 am

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to discuss and vote on a range of items, including a first draft of the 2026-2029 User Fee By-law with many fee increases, several land transactions, and new pickleball court developments. The agenda also includes a closed session on litigation related to the Golden Manor Redevelopment Project, and a consent agenda with multiple by-laws for final reading.

• First draft of 2026-2029 User Fee By-law with 3% annual increases and new credit card fee of 2.5%
• Direct land sale to 98 Bruce Avenue (Tisdale Township, Roll No. 5627-020-070-22203)
• Land acquisition south of 4517 Goldmine Road from Dome Mine Ltd. (Reference Plan 6R-9600, Part 1)
• Agreement with William Day Construction Limited for ditching and surfacing at Excess Soils Site, $154,741 + HST
• Motion to develop six pickleball courts at McIntyre Arena and two at Roland Michener High School

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee is meeting to approve its agenda and previous minutes, then discuss updates from its Youth, Mental Health and Addictions, Homelessness, and Gender Based Violence action tables. Under other matters, members will hear about a Justice Centre Needs Assessment, UPSTREAM data collection, and DEI Anti-Racism work. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Youth Action Table update
• Mental Health and Addictions Action Table update
• Homelessness Action Table update
• Gender Based Violence (GBV) update
• Justice Centre Needs Assessment discussion

Council Meeting

This is a budget council meeting where staff present the first draft of 2026 water and wastewater rates, including a proposed 5.49% increase for a 5-room home. Council also receives an information report on the emergency cleaning and repairs of the primary and secondary digesters at the Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant, which cost $1,247,345.34 to date with a total committed value of $2,208,442.59. The meeting includes first and second reading of a by-law for a Mental Health Supports for Public Safety Personnel Grant agreement with the Province.

• 2026 water and wastewater rates: 5.49% increase for a 5-room home, from $1,478.92 to $1,560.71 annually
• Emergency digester cleaning and repairs at Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant: $1,247,345.34 spent to date, $2,208,442.59 total committed
• By-law 2025-9236: agreement with Ontario Solicitor General for Mental Health Supports for Public Safety Personnel Grant
• 2026 capital projects include Tisdale Reservoir replacement ($18,912,705), watermain relining from Shirley to Mattagami River Bridge ($6,000,000), and new transformers and substation ($2,800,000)
• Water and wastewater operating revenue projected at $13,152,500 and $14,056,000 respectively for 2026

Proclamations - 20 Oct 2025 - Ontario Public Library Week

This is a ceremonial agenda item. The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Ontario Public Library Week during a meeting in Council Chambers at City Hall. No decisions or discussions of substance are scheduled.

• Proclamation for Ontario Public Library Week in Council Chambers

Proclamations - Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation in Council Chambers. The event recognizes Child Care Workers and Early Childhood Educators.

• Proclamation for Child Care Worker & Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on several consent applications, minor variance applications, and one property standards appeal. The committee will also adopt minutes, approve notification actions, and set 2026 meeting dates.

• Consent application B-12-25 by Helmut and Glenda Neher
• Minor variance application A-43-25 by Helmut and Glenda Neher
• Consent application B-13-25 by R.D.R. Enterprises Inc.
• Minor variance application A-44-25 by R.D.R. Enterprises Inc.
• Property standards appeal PS-01-25 by Jerry Bouvier

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items, including a new fire hall, a solar project, and several by-laws. They will also hear presentations on infrastructure needs, waste management, and voting methods. The meeting includes a closed session for legal and labor matters.

• Agreement with Salter Pilon Architecture Inc. for new Fire Hall design: $1,871,560 plus HST
• Support resolution for Timmins Mountjoy Solar Project (up to 50 MW) at 715 Dalton Road
• By-law to authorize vote tabulators and alternative voting for 2026 municipal election
• Lease agreement with Vianet Inc. for tower space at 5121 Highway 101 East (5 years)
• Transfer payment agreement for Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool upgrades: $256,185

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board will meet to approve several police officer appointments and one resignation. The board will also review a report regarding ATV use in the municipality to provide updated information to the City of Timmins Council.

• Appointment of Brandon Prazeres, Jessie Bergeron, and Marshall Odei as Police Officers
• Resignation of Police Officer Melanie Beaulac
• Promotion of Samantha Chartier to Dispatch Team Leader
• Promotion of Sergeant Jonathan Minard to Staff Sergeant
• Report on ATV Use in the Municipality

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is reviewing a proposed heritage permit application and approval process. This system would require owners of designated properties to obtain consent for alterations that affect heritage attributes. Planning staff are not currently proposing a fee for these applications.

• Discussion of heritage permit application and approval process
• Review of the Municipal Heritage Register updated April 2025
• Update on historical signage and heritage map
• Discussion of the 2026 meeting schedule

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee is meeting to consider a request from the Timmins Festivals & Events Committee. The discussion will occur in a closed session, with no public details provided. The agenda includes only procedural items: a declaration of interest, the closed session, and adjournment.

• Closed session to discuss a request from the Timmins Festivals & Events Committee

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss accessibility matters, including a presentation on the Service Timmins portal and verbal updates on federal grant applications and accessibility projects. The committee will also review its account balance and discuss future items like an accessible lift at Archie Dillon Sportsplex and specialized transit services.

• Service Timmins Portal presentation by Jen Chilton, Customer Service Manager
• Verbal update on federal grant application for McIntyre Arena and McIntyre Curling Club
• Verbal update on McIntyre Arena entrance ramp
• Account balance of $68,852.23
• Discussion of Accessible Pedestrian Signals programming standard

Museum Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss updates regarding a letter to MPP Pirie concerning a museum grant. Members will also receive updates on the Prospector's Cabin, membership programs, and the Timmins Museum 50th Anniversary.

• Updates on Museum Grant letter to MPP Pirie
• Prospector's Cabin and T&NO Caboose updates
• Timmins Museum 50th Anniversary updates
• COT Culture Plan updates
• Constitution update

Council Meeting

This is a budget council meeting where the Timmins Chamber of Commerce will present its 2026 budget priorities, and staff will explain the new Strong Mayor budget process. Council will also receive direction on the taxation and water/wastewater budgets, including a proposed 4-5% levy increase and a 5.53% utility rate increase.

• Chamber deputation: priorities include core infrastructure, public safety, permitting, talent attraction, and business retention
• Proposed 4-5% levy increase for City budget and all agencies, boards, and commissions
• Water/wastewater rate increase: $67 total (4.45%) plus 1% capital levy, totaling 5.53% increase; annual utility bill for 5-bedroom house = $1,576.32
• New Strong Mayor powers: Mayor proposes budget by Feb 1, council can amend, mayor can veto, council can override with two-thirds vote
• Budget challenges: debt for Golden Manor, Connecting Link, fire hall, multi-use event center, water tower, Whitney Plant

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The Timmins Indigenous Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the Every Child Matters Bus launch and review the AMO Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan. They will also consider the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan and other matters. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and business arising from them.

• Every Child Matters Bus Launch update
• AMO Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan review
• Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan discussion
• Approval of previous minutes

Council Meeting

Council will receive presentations on the Phase 2 Growth Management Study, the Golden Manor project, and several development items, then vote on a series of by-laws including snow clearing contracts and a land sale. The agenda includes multiple presentations and a large consent agenda with routine approvals.

• Growth Management Study Phase 2 presentation by Watson & Associates
• Direct land sale of surplus land at 98 Bruce Avenue West for $22,289 plus HST
• Snow clearing contracts: GIP Interpaving ($227,720), Mascioli ($387,650), Lafleur Gardens ($86,000), William Day ($259,747.50), John Delost ($85,500), Art Landers ($369,000), Rob Roy ($151,200)
• Hollinger Park Multi-Use Path construction contract with Mascioli Construction for $129,406 plus HST
• Resolution opposing reduction of flights at Timmins Victor M. Power Airport

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings regarding several consent and minor variance applications. These requests involve property severances and adjustments to setback and floor area requirements.

• Consent application B-10-25 by John & Taylor Rubino
• Consent application B-11-25 by Marcel & Carole Levesque
• Minor variance application A-39-25 by Marcel & Carole Levesque
• Minor variance application A-40-25 by Marcel & Carole Levesque
• Minor variance application A-41-25 by Arianna Grasser & James Atkinson

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board will consider appointing Jason Metcalfe and Daniel Charbonneau as special constables, and will receive updates from the chief, deputy chief, and HR. The board will also review statistical reports showing decreases in violent and property crime, and will enter a closed meeting for confidential matters.

• Appointment of Jason Metcalfe as Special Constable effective September 11, 2025
• Appointment of Daniel Charbonneau as Special Constable effective September 11, 2025
• Statistical report: violent crime down 11.8%, property crime down 4.3%, overall calls down 2.9% (Jan–Jun 2025 vs 2024)
• Financial report to be presented by CHRE Del Guidice
• Closed meeting for personal matters and litigation under CSPA s.44(2)(b),(e)

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on several land sales, road closures, and construction contracts, including a $1.96 million storm project agreement and a $593,855 Fourth Avenue reconstruction. They will also consider funding for the Mountjoy Farmer's Market expansion, a street closure for a Franco-Ontarian flag event, and reports on enforcement and encampments.

• By-law 2025-9211: $1,961,328.20 contract with GIP Interpaving Ltd. for storm projects
• By-law 2025-9212: $593,855.00 contract with EXP Services Inc. for Fourth Avenue reconstruction
• Direct land sales: First Street road allowance to 4 Miners Avenue ($5,891.91) and 1065 Brundy Avenue ($14,496.04)
• Surplus land sale at 190 Warner Street for $11,900.00
• $100,000.00 from Municipal Accommodation Tax Funds for Mountjoy Farmer's Market expansion

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee will discuss a financial assistance request from the Mountjoy Farmer's Market for a $250,000 pavilion expansion, seeking $100,000 from the municipal accommodation tax fund. The committee will also review the current financial report for the fund, which shows expenses exceeding the 2025 budget as of July 31st.

• Mountjoy Farmer's Market requests $100,000 toward a $250,000 second pavilion expansion
• MAT Financial Report shows 2025 expenses of $770,968.08 against a $702,400.00 budget
• Fund balance is negative $68,568.08, with $355,273.43 carried forward from previous years
• Approval of minutes from the May 23, 2025 regular meeting

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is meeting to approve its agenda and then immediately enter a closed session under Section 44 of the Community Safety and Policing Act to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including police service members or board employees. No public decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed meeting under Section 44(2)(b) of the Community Safety and Policing Act for personal matters about an identifiable individual
• Next meeting scheduled for September 11, 2025

Council Meeting

Council is holding a special meeting to consider several equipment purchases and construction contracts, including a $2.43 million aerial platform for the fire department. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss a proposed land acquisition or disposition. Council will vote on final approval of seven by-laws covering these purchases and contracts.

• $2,433,300 aerial platform for Timmins Fire Department from City View Specialty Vehicles
• $716,600 landfill bulldozer from Brandt Tractor Ltd.
• $210,650 backhoe from Brandt Tractor Ltd.
• $104,560 heavy brushing and tree removal on Leclair Ave from MP Consulting & Management Inc.
• $507,500 pedestrian crossover construction from Miller Paving Ltd. and $145,920 airport walkway from John Delost Construction Ltd.

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will discuss a Public Works standard for programming Accessible Pedestrian Signals and a Timmins Transit proposal for a city-wide bus stop and shelter upgrade program estimated at $1,398,958. They will also review committee updates and items for future discussion, including an accessible lift at Archie Dillon Sportsplex and grant applications for McIntyre Arena and Curling Club.

• Proposed APS standard: cuckoo sound for north-south, Canadian Melody for east-west, 3-second button press
• Resolution to activate full verbal announcements on APS, including directional guidance and countdowns
• Timmins Transit AODA review: 53 new shelters, 65 benches, 81 concrete pads, 51 InfoPosts, total $1,398,958
• Account balance: $67,952.23 as of August 5, 2025
• Future discussion: Archie Dillon Sportsplex pool accessible lift, McIntyre Arena/Curling Club federal grant, Mountjoy Arena accessible washroom

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will meet on August 18, 2025, to review several land use applications. The agenda includes a consent application and two minor variance requests.

• Consent Application B-09-25 submitted by 2547252 Ontario Inc. (Paul Delmonte)
• Minor Variance Application A-37-25 submitted by Laura Gagain and Steve Dunlop
• Minor Variance Application A-38-25 submitted by Lorraine Chartrand

Proclamations - 14 Aug 2025 - Filipino Fiesta

The City of Timmins is holding a flag raise and issuing a proclamation for the Filipino Fiesta at City Hall. This is a ceremonial event with no decisions or discussions on other matters.

• Flag raise and proclamation for Filipino Fiesta at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Council Meeting

Council will decide on several items including a new cost-recovery by-law for fire services, a zoning change for a shelter at 1180 Government Road South, direct land sales, and multiple by-laws for infrastructure projects. They will also consider funding requests, including $500,000 for a multi-sport dome at Northern College, and several noise exemptions for community events.

• By-law 2025-9200: Establish cost recovery fees for Fire Department services
• Zoning amendment for 1180 Government Road South to allow shelter and transitional housing
• Direct land sale of Leighton Street road allowance (By-law 2025-9195)
• Agreement with EXP Services Inc. for Bob's Lake Sewage System Upgrades ($749,250 + HST)
• Reallocate $261,000 for Evans Street Bridge gas main relocation

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is meeting to approve its agenda and then immediately enter a closed session to discuss confidential personal matters about an identifiable individual, as permitted under the Community Safety and Policing Act. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed meeting under Section 44(2)(b) of the Community Safety and Policing Act for personal matters
• Next regular meeting set for September 11, 2025

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold a regular meeting to consider four minor variance applications. The agenda includes adopting previous minutes, approving the secretary-treasurer's notifications, and hearing applications from William Yee, Mitchell Boudreau, Steve Plante, and David Morel. No other substantive matters are listed.

• Minor variance application A-32-25 by William Yee (agent: Virginia Gia Penna-Yee)
• Minor variance application A-33-25 by Mitchell Boudreau
• Minor variance application A-34-25 by Steve Plante
• Minor variance application A-35-25 by David Morel

Proclamations - 16 Jul 2025 - Festa Italiana

The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Festa Italiana with a flag-raising ceremony. The event will take place at the Porcupine Dante Club rather than City Hall.

• Flag raise for Festa Italiana at the Porcupine Dante Club

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is holding its regular July 10, 2025 meeting, which includes approving the agenda and previous minutes, and then entering a closed meeting to discuss confidential matters under the Community Safety and Policing Act, such as personal matters and labour relations. The agenda contains no new public business items; it is largely procedural.

• Approval of June 13, 2025 minutes
• Closed meeting under Section 44(2)(b) and (d) of the Community Safety and Policing Act
• Next meeting scheduled for August 14, 2025

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence is meeting to discuss gaps and successes, the Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, and specific items including the 'Why Women Stay' campaign videos and a recommendation to include VAW agencies from the Domestic Violence Coordinators Advisory Committee. The agenda is largely discussion-based with no formal decisions listed.

• Discussion of 'Why Women Stay' campaign videos
• DVCAC and council recommendation for VAW agencies to join the committee
• Review of Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Round table updates from agencies including Timmins and Area Women in Crisis, Ellevive, Timmins Police Service, and Timmins and District Hospital

Council Meeting

Council will consider final approval of several by-laws, including restructuring the Timmins Economic Development Corporation and transferring its functions to the City, and multiple contracts for the Golden Manor redevelopment. It will also receive annual water quality reports and discuss lease agreements and park upgrades.

• By-law 2025-9186 to restructure TEDC and transfer functions to the City
• Golden Manor furniture/equipment contracts: Specialty Furniture $445,801, Arjo Canada $490,602.52, The Tech Zone $312,146.58 and $239,380.38 (all +HST)
• Ramp renovation contracts: McIntyre Arena $296,450, Archie Dillon Sportsplex $359,700 (both +HST)
• Lease agreements with Timmins Fitness Alternatives and McIntyre Curling Club
• Stop up, close and sell land along old Highway 101 in Whitney Township

Timmins Police Service Board Regular Meeting

The Timmins Police Service Board is holding a regular meeting on July 7, 2025. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering approval of the agenda and a move into a closed meeting to discuss confidential personal matters about identifiable individuals, including police service members or board employees, under the Community Safety and Policing Act. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed.

• Closed meeting under Section 44(2)(b) of the Community Safety and Policing Act for personal matters about identifiable individuals
• Next meeting scheduled for July 10, 2025

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on three applications submitted by Peter Caldbick for properties at 143 and 147 Lakeshore Road: one consent application (B-08-25) to create a new lot, and two minor variance applications (A-30-25 and A-31-25). The committee will also vote to approve the Secretary-Treasurer's notification actions for these applications.

• Consent application B-08-25 to create a new lot at 143/147 Lakeshore Rd., to be transferred to 2206952 Ontario Inc.
• Minor variance application A-30-25 for the severed parcel at 143/147 Lakeshore Rd.
• Minor variance application A-31-25 for the retained parcel at 143/147 Lakeshore Rd.
• Properties zoned NA-R2, designated Neighbourhood Area, with existing residential uses dating from circa 1930s.

Proclamations - 02 Jul 2025 - Algonquin Regiment

This is a ceremonial proclamation event, not a decision-making meeting. The City of Timmins is holding a flag raise for the 125th anniversary of the Algonquin Regiment and a Freedom of the City ceremony at City Hall.

• Flag raise for the 125th anniversary of the Algonquin Regiment
• Freedom of the City ceremony
• Event held at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins, ON

Council Meeting

This is a special council meeting with a single substantive item: a presentation on the redesign of Leo Del Villano Park. No decisions are listed on the agenda; the item is presented as a report for council's information or discussion. The rest of the agenda is procedural (call to order, declarations, adjournment).

• Presentation on redesign of Leo Del Villano Park

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on eight applications: two consent applications, five minor variance applications, and one fence variance application. The committee will also adopt minutes from previous meetings and approve the secretary-treasurer's notification actions. Decisions will be made on each application after hearing from applicants and any public comments.

• Consent application B-06-25 by Gabrielle Robert
• Consent application B-07-25 by Robert & Dorothy Fleming
• Minor variance A-23-25 by 1000718840 Ontario Inc. (agent Adil Virani)
• Minor variance A-24-25 by Michelle Vien o/a Compass Communities
• Fence variance FV-01-25 by Telesat LEO Inc.

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing regarding a minor variance application (A-26-25) submitted by David Savard. The application seeks relief from specific zoning by-law regulations for a property located at 3b 10 (Roll Number 5627-010-060-34801).

• Minor variance application A-26-25 for David Savard
• Proposed accessory building height variance

Proclamations - 17 Jun 2025 - Stroke Awareness Month

The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for Stroke Awareness Month at a ceremony in Council Chambers. This is a ceremonial item with no decisions or discussions on other matters.

• Proclamation for Stroke Awareness Month

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several high-value infrastructure agreements and municipal by-laws. Key items include a $26.6 million water tower construction contract and updates to transit fare structures.

• Tisdale Water Tower Construction agreement with Landmark Structures for $26,682,700.00 plus HST
• Purchase of two loader mounted snowblowers from Vohl Inc. for $483,930.00 plus HST
• Transit Garage Storage Facility construction agreement with Superior Construction for $1,621,971.00 plus HST
• Council Chambers Audio-Visual Technology Modernization agreement with Ricoh Canada for $277,237.00 plus HST
• Leo Del Vilano Park revitalization agreement with J.L. Richards & Associates Limited for $325,142.13 plus HST

Proclamations - 02 Jun 2025 - Pride Week

This is a ceremonial proclamation item. The City of Timmins will issue a proclamation for Pride Week at the Timmins Museum outdoor grounds on June 2, 2025. No other business is on the agenda.

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

Proclamations - 27 May 2025 - Mining Week

This is a ceremonial agenda item where the City of Timmins will issue a proclamation for Mining Week (Mining Expo) at the Hollinger Lookout. No decisions or discussions are scheduled; it is a formal recognition event.

• Proclamation for Mining Week (Mining Expo) at Hollinger Lookout

Council Meeting

Council is deciding on a series of contracts, by-laws, and land sales, including a $9.3 million asphalt paving contract with Miller Paving Limited and a $2.8 million pump replacement at the water filtration plant. It will also consider zoning amendments, a direct land sale, and a request to have the province remove Timmins from the Cochrane District Services Board. Several items are routine approvals of by-laws and reports.

• Asphalt paving contract with Miller Paving Limited: $9,326,999.90 plus HST
• Water filtration plant high-lift and backwash pump replacement with Dalcon Constructors Ltd.: $2,791,080.60 plus HST
• Zoning by-law amendment to rezone land at 373 Vimy Avenue
• Direct land sale south of Commercial Avenue to abutting property owners
• POA fine write-offs totaling $336,919.45 for 1,055 files

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear nine minor variance applications, including requests to reduce setbacks, increase building heights, and permit home-based businesses. The committee will also consider two vehicle-for-hire appeals in a closed session. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting minutes and approving notification actions.

• A-14-25 Thomas & Elisha Malette: minor variance
• A-15-25 Marc Daigneault & Celine Fortier: minor variance
• A-16-25 David Wice & Stephanie Lefebvre: minor variance
• A-17-25 District School Board Ontario Northeast: minor variance
• A-22-25 2724055 Ontario Inc./Virani Ventures Ltd.: minor variance

Proclamations - National AccessAbility Week

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for National AccessAbility Week. The event is scheduled for Sunday, May 25, 2025, at the MRCA parking lot at Gillies Lake.

• Proclamation for National AccessAbility Week

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee will review the financial report, approve amended terms of reference, and consider funding requests from four organizations. The committee will also adopt minutes from the February 7, 2025 meeting.

• MAT Financial Report for 2024
• Approval of amended Terms of Reference
• Kiwanis Club of Timmins - Beauce Carnival funding request
• Porcupine Dante Club - Festa Italiana funding request
• Voices of Porcupine Community Group - Boats, Bikes, Mics and Lights funding request

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes, receive updates on accessibility initiatives, and discuss a resolution of support for the Airport Road and Westmount Blvd intersection upgrades. The agenda includes a site visit response from Mountjoy Arena detailing planned accessibility improvements, and updates on National AccessAbility Week and the Service Timmins portal.

• Resolution of support for Airport Road and Westmount Blvd intersection upgrades (contract with GIP Interpaving Ltd. for $965,490 plus HST)
• Mountjoy Arena accessibility improvements: signage, accessible viewing area, washroom upgrades, grab bars, and vending machine relocation
• Account balance: $60,823.04
• National AccessAbility Week 2025 planning
• Service Timmins portal accessibility option

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee will discuss interpretive and historical signage for designated properties, proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act, and receive correspondence on the Ontario Heritage Toolkit. Updates will be provided on the plaque designation ceremony for the McIntyre Community Building and the proposed heritage walking route.

• Update on plaque designation ceremony for McIntyre Community Building
• Update on proposed heritage walking route
• Discussion of interpretive and historical signage for designated properties
• Discussion of proposed changes to the Ontario Heritage Act
• Correspondence: Ontario Heritage Toolkit

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The committee will discuss the 2025 Every Child Matters Bus and the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan. Members will also address a donation request for National Indigenous Peoples Day.

• Discussion of 2025 Every Child Matters Bus
• Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan review
• National Indigenous Peoples Day donation discussion
• Planning for the 2026 Every Child Matters Bus

Proclamations - 13 May 2025 - Community Living Month

This is a ceremonial proclamation item. The City of Timmins will raise a flag at City Hall to mark Community Living Month. No decisions or financial matters are on the agenda.

• Flag raise for Community Living Month at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee met to review the draft 2025-2029 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan, with edits due June 6 and presentation to Council on June 17. They also discussed updates from action tables on youth, mental health and addictions, homelessness, and gender-based violence. The meeting was largely procedural, with agenda and minutes approved and no major decisions made.

• Draft 2025-2029 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan reviewed; edits due June 6, Council presentation June 17
• Youth Action Table: integrating Planet Youth with Timmins Youth Connect, adding Likert scale, upcoming COLS conference and Youth Carousel
• Homelessness Action Table: By-Name List report card adopted by many agencies; CSWB lead role in Neighbourhood Liaison Group clarified
• Mental Health and Addictions Action Table: terms of reference finalized, attendance challenges noted
• Gender Based Violence pillar unchanged since late 2023

Council Meeting

Council will receive a presentation on agency, board, and commission (ABC) budgets and the 2025 tax rates and ratios, then vote on final adoption of the tax rate and ratio by-laws. It will also consider several resolutions from other Ontario municipalities on topics like exotic animal regulations, heavy vehicle monitoring, carbon tax, and daylight saving time, plus a request to close Rae Street for a basketball tournament.

• Final reading of By-law 2025-9148 fixing 2025 tax rates
• Final reading of By-law 2025-9149 establishing 2025 tax ratios
• Approval of ABC budgets (Mattagami Region Conservation Authority, Porcupine Health Unit, Cochrane District Services Administration Board, Timmins Police Services, Timmins Public Library)
• Street closure on Rae Street for Hops Madness 4 vs 4 Basketball Tournament on June 7, 2025
• Closed meeting to discuss security of property at 303 Cameron Street South

Council Meeting

Council will consider an Integrity Commissioner report recommending a 30-day suspension of Councillor Robin's remuneration, along with numerous contracts, land sales, leases, and by-laws. The agenda includes a motion to reject provincial strong mayor powers and several infrastructure and equipment purchases.

• 30-day suspension of Councillor Robin's pay
• Reject strong mayor powers
• $965,490 Airport Rd/Westmount Blvd intersection upgrade
• $887,767.80 HVAC replacement at Victor M. Power Airport
• Direct land sales to INEOS Calabrian and Telesat LEO

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on six minor variance applications (A-08-25 through A-13-25) and consider adopting the 2024 annual report. The agenda also includes routine items such as declarations of interest, adoption of minutes, and approval of the secretary-treasurer's notification actions.

• Minor variance applications by Marc Bruno, Andrew St-Jean, Patrick Ayotte, Dwight & Nicole Michaud, Leo Godin & Caroline Royer, and Tyler Potvin
• Approval of secretary-treasurer's notification actions for applications A-08-25 to A-13-25
• Acceptance of the Committee of Adjustment 2024 Annual Report

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is reviewing updates on infrastructure projects and facility site visits. The meeting includes discussions on transit services, grant applications, and the current accessibility account balance of $58,748.04.

• Resolution 24-341: Audible signals at Airport Road and Westmount Blvd
• Resolution 24-342: Sidewalk construction on Melrose Blvd between Jubilee and Jade Avenues
• Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool accessibility audit and lift recommendations
• Federal application grant for McIntyre Arena and McIntyre Curling Club
• Accessibility account balance of $58,748.04 as of March 2025

Council Meeting

The City is providing an update on the implementation of the Recreation Master Plan, which includes 93 total recommendations. To date, 14 recommendations have been completed, including software launches and facility upgrades, while over 60 remain ongoing.

• Update on 14 completed recommendations, such as pickleball court conversions and playground replacements
• Progress on the Multi-Use Recreation Facility and a proposed second skateboard park facility
• Development of 'Community Destination Parks' like the Melview Park project
• $2,193,024.00 in NOHFC funding received for five capital projects in 2024
• $420,000.00 budget for Melview Park, with NOHFC contributing 50%

Museum Advisory Committee

This agenda for the Timmins Museum Advisory Committee meeting on 2025-04-09 contains only portal navigation text and no actual agenda items. The document is procedural boilerplate with no decisions or discussions listed.

Council Meeting

Timmins Council is meeting to decide on a range of items including a closed session on Golden Manor litigation, several by-laws for final reading, and motions on housing, short-term rentals, and a 'Buy Canadian' resolution. Key decisions include increasing the Shave and Pave Program to $5 million and directing staff to start official plan and zoning amendments for additional residential units.

• Increase Shave and Pave Program funding to $5,000,000 for three years
• Direct staff to initiate Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments for up to four additional residential units as-of-right on urban land and two on rural land
• Declare land at 395 and 433-435 Commercial Avenue surplus for direct sale to abutting owners
• Approve $725,207.18 contract with Lea Consulting Ltd. for Finn Road Bridge design
• Approve $245,613.00 for 57 sets of firefighting turn-out gear from PPE Solutions Inc.

Proclamations

This is a ceremonial agenda item only. The City of Timmins will proclaim Sikh Heritage Month at a ceremony held at the Sikh Sangat Gurdwara, 24 Cedar Street South, on April 1, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Proclamation of Sikh Heritage Month
• Ceremony at Sikh Sangat Gurdwara, 24 Cedar Street South

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee is meeting to adopt previous minutes and conduct site visits, including a tour of Mountjoy Arena to review accessibility issues and a tour of a newly retrofitted accessible taxi from Timmins Taxi. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no new decisions or proposals listed.

• Site visit to Mountjoy Arena, 814 Park Avenue, to review accessibility
• Tour of a newly retrofitted accessible taxi (Timmins Taxi)
• Adoption of minutes from January 15, 2025 meeting

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The City of Timmins Indigenous Advisory Committee is meeting to approve previous minutes, discuss amendments to its Terms of Reference, and review the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan. The committee will also discuss the Every Child Matters campaign. The agenda includes routine items and updates on ongoing initiatives.

• Approval of previous minutes from January 22, 2025
• Review of Indigenous Advisory Committee Terms of Reference amendments
• Discussion of Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan
• Every Child Matters Campaign update

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment is meeting to hear four minor variance applications, including one from the District School Board Ontario North East to legalize an existing storage shed at 117 Golden Ave. The committee will also consider applications from Russell & Blaire Soeder, Sabi Ashan, and Pierre Goulet and Caroline Deschênes. The agenda includes routine items such as adopting previous minutes and approving notification actions.

• Minor variance A-04-25: District School Board Ontario North East seeks to reduce front yard setback from 7.5m to 7.0m at 117 Golden Ave to legalize an existing storage shed
• Minor variance A-05-25: Russell & Blaire Soeder application
• Minor variance A-06-25: Sabi Ashan application (agent: Janick Godin)
• Minor variance A-07-25: Pierre Goulet and Caroline Deschênes application

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss a proposed heritage walking route and interpretive/historical signage, both carried over from the January meeting. The agenda also includes routine items: approving the agenda, adopting the January 8, 2025 minutes, and following up on previous matters such as Community Heritage Ontario membership, Ontario Heritage Week, and a plaque presentation for the McIntyre Community Building.

• Discussion of proposed heritage walking route
• Discussion of interpretive and historical signage
• Update on plaque presentation for McIntyre Community Building (85 McIntyre Road)
• Renewal of Community Heritage Ontario membership ($75.00 annual fee)
• Ontario Heritage Week (February 17-23, 2025) follow-up

Council Meeting

The Council will consider several by-laws regarding road reconstruction, culvert replacement, and land sales. The meeting also includes a quarterly update on the Golden Manor Redevelopment and a discussion on the Encampment Response Initiative.

• Connecting Link Segment 13 Reconstruction of Highway 101: $21,758,222.44
• Moose Creek Culvert replacement agreement: $766,569.38
• Golden Manor Redevelopment project update: 46% complete
• Direct land sale of 375 Hallnor Road to INEOS Calabrian Corporation Canada Inc.
• Special levy charge for businesses in the Downtown Improvement Area

Proclamations - International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

The City of Timmins is issuing a proclamation for the International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination at a ceremony in Council Chambers. This is a symbolic recognition item, not a decision on policy or spending.

• Proclamation for International Day of the Elimination of Racial Discrimination at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Proclamations - Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

The City of Timmins issued a proclamation declaring March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The proclamation was made by Mayor Michelle Boileau, Councillor Kristin Murray, and City Clerk Steph Palmateer, a colorectal cancer survivor, along with his wife Renée. The agenda is a ceremonial proclamation with no legislative decisions.

• Proclamation of March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
• Recognition of Steph Palmateer being two years cancer-free

Proclamations - International Women’s Day

The City of Timmins is holding a proclamation ceremony on March 7, 2025, at 9:45 am at City Hall (220 Algonquin Blvd. East) to officially recognize International Women's Day. This is a ceremonial item with no other business on the agenda.

• Proclamation for International Women's Day at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins, ON

Proclamations - Epilepsy Awareness Month

The City of Timmins is holding a proclamation ceremony on March 7, 2025, at City Hall to mark Epilepsy Awareness Month. The event includes a flag raise. This is a ceremonial item with no other business on the agenda.

• Flag raise for Epilepsy Awareness Month at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Proclamations - Rare Disease Day

This is a ceremonial agenda item only. Council will issue a proclamation recognizing Rare Disease Day at a brief event in Council Chambers on February 26, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Proclamation for Rare Disease Day at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Proclamations

The City of Timmins is holding a proclamation ceremony on February 18, 2025, at 10:00 am in Council Chambers at City Hall to declare Ontario Heritage Week. This is a ceremonial item with no decisions or discussions on other matters.

• Proclamation for Ontario Heritage Week
• Event at Council Chambers, City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins

Council Meeting

Council will consider staff recommendations to initiate closure and monitoring plans for the Robb, German, Evelyn, and Thornloe Township landfills, citing rapid capacity depletion and misuse. The report also outlines alternatives like converting to transfer stations or seeking expansion, with a recommendation to expand curbside collection instead. Council will also vote on several contracts, by-laws, and street closures.

• Rural landfill closure recommendation for Robb, German, Evelyn, Thornloe sites
• By-law 2025-9098: $1,365,448.50 contract with GFL Environmental for wet well cleaning
• By-law 2025-9097: $134,177 SCADA system upgrade at Water Filtration Plant
• By-law 2025-9091: $445,340 for four landscaping trucks from Cambrian Ford
• Street closures for Festa Italiana (July 18-20) and St. Patrick's Day (March 15)

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold a public hearing for a minor variance application by Conseil Scolaire Catholique de district des Grand Rivieres and a dangerous dog appeal by Kyle Courchesne. The committee will also consider approving the secretary-treasurer's notification actions and authorizing members to attend a conference.

• Minor variance application A-03-25 by Conseil Scolaire Catholique de district des Grand Rivieres (agent: J.L Richards & Associates Limited)
• Dangerous dog appeal DD-01-25 by Kyle Courchesne
• Approval of secretary-treasurer's notification actions for A-03-25 and DD-01-25
• Authorization for two committee members to attend 2025 OACA Conference in Blue Mountain, May 11-14

Proclamations - Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation in Council Chambers. This item is a formal recognition of Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month.

• Proclamation for Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month

Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee will review its terms of reference and a draft application form. The committee will also discuss funding requests from the Porcupine Dante Club and the Kiwanis Club of Timmins.

• Review of Municipal Accommodation Tax Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Review of draft Municipal Accommodation Tax Application
• Funding request from Porcupine Dante Club for Festa Italiana
• Kiwanis Club of Timmins request for $11,000 to assist with Beauce Carnival park fees

Council Meeting

Council will review the draft 2022-2042 Airport Master Plan, which forecasts passenger growth and outlines a long-term development vision. They will also vote on final readings of by-laws for purchasing four landscaping trucks for $445,340 plus HST and converting two co-collection trucks into snow plow/sanding trucks for $389,920 plus HST, among other items.

• Draft Airport Master Plan 2022-2042 presented by AVIA NG
• By-law 2025-9091: $445,340 plus HST for four landscaping trucks from Cambrian Ford Sales Inc.
• By-law 2025-9092: $389,920 plus HST for two co-collection truck conversions by Gin-Cor Industries
• By-law 2025-9094: assume and dedicate Feldman Road for public use
• By-law 2025-9090: land sale at 114 Dixon Street to Bada Holdings Inc.

Proclamations

The City of Timmins will hold a proclamation for Black History Month in Council Chambers. This meeting is limited to this single ceremonial item.

• Proclamation for Black History Month

Council Meeting

Council will vote on the 2025 operating and capital budgets, a zoning by-law amendment to remove off-street parking requirements for upper-storey residential uses in the General Commercial zone, and several by-laws including a heritage designation for 85 McIntyre Road and a land donation of 48 lots in Whitney Township. They will also receive updates on rural recycling options and low-income rebate increases, and consider a $500,000 donation to the Timmins & District Hospital.

• 2025 budget: net operating $38,903,611, net capital $12,253,418, total $51,157,029
• Zoning amendment to eliminate off-street parking for upper-storey residential above commercial in EA-CG zone
• Heritage designation by-law for 85 McIntyre Road
• Land donation of 48 lots in Whitney Township from estate of Wilfred Gervais
• Proposed $500,000 donation to Timmins & District Hospital from Falcon Street capital savings

Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee

The Community Safety and Well-Being Plan Systems Leadership Committee is meeting to discuss updates from its action tables (Youth, Shared Community Well-Being, Mental Health and Addictions, Homelessness, and Intimate Partner/Gender-Based Violence) and to review the 2025-2029 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan. The agenda also includes welcoming a new member, approving the previous minutes, and discussing chair/co-chair membership. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for discussion.

• Discussion of Youth Action Table, including possible annual Youth Carousel and Mental Health Week engagement
• Realignment and integration of the Shared Community Well-Being Action Table
• Discussion of lead table role for Mental Health and Addictions Action Table
• Review of 2025-2029 Community Safety and Well-Being Plan
• Discussion of Chair-Co-Chair membership

Indigenous Advisory Committee

The City of Timmins Indigenous Advisory Committee will meet to review its Terms of Reference and receive an update on the Indigenous Engagement Framework 2024 progress. The committee will also discuss the Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan. The agenda includes approval of previous minutes and other matters.

• Review of Indigenous Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Indigenous Engagement Framework 2024 Update
• Truth and Reconciliation Action Plan discussion

Proclamations

This is a ceremonial agenda item. The City of Timmins will hold a flag raise and issue a proclamation recognizing Crime Stoppers month at City Hall on January 20, 2025. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Flag raise and proclamation for Crime Stoppers month at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East

Committee of Adjustment

The Timmins Committee of Adjustment will hold public hearings on eight applications: five consent applications (land severances) by 704875 Ontario Inc. and one by James and Liliane Kelly, two minor variance applications (by 704875 Ontario Inc. and Cochrane District Services Board), and one dangerous dog appeal by Kyle Courchesne. The committee will also consider approving the secretary-treasurer's notification actions and authorizing attendance at the OACA 2025 conference.

• Consent applications B-01-25 through B-05-25 by 704875 Ontario Inc. (agent Jaco Beaucage)
• Consent application B-22-24 by James and Liliane Kelly (agent Stephanie Kelly-Pichette)
• Minor variance A-02-25 by 704875 Ontario Inc. (agent Jaco Beaucage)
• Minor variance A-01-25 by Cochrane District Services Board (agent EllisDon Corporation)
• Dangerous dog appeal DD-01-25 by Kyle Courchesne

Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Municipal Accessibility Advisory Committee will consider recommending City Council accept the 2023-2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report, which details accessibility achievements and plans. They will also discuss accessibility issues at Mountjoy Arena and review findings from a site visit to the Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool, which identified several barriers. The committee will also address a fund of $56,796.04.

• Recommendation to accept 2023-2024 Annual Accessibility Status Report
• Discussion of Mountjoy Arena accessibility with Councillor Gvozdanovic
• Site visit report on Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool identifies non-accessible washrooms, high counters, and elevator issues
• Funds of $56,796.04 to be discussed
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Council Meeting

Council will consider several reports and by-laws, including a $3.95M contract for a water treatment clarifier, a new short-term rental licensing by-law, and an interim tax levy. They will also discuss motions on Canada Day, meeting start times, and a proposed online poll on ward boundaries.

• By-law 2025-9077: $3,954,290 plus HST contract with Pro Pipe Construction for Primary Clarifier #2 at Mattagami Water Pollution Control Plant
• By-law 2025-9085: License, regulate and govern short-term rental accommodations, amending by-law 2020-8488 to add fees
• By-law 2025-9078: Authorize interim tax levy
• Motion: Direct staff to conduct a 90-day online poll on ward boundary options, including elections at large
• By-law 2025-9084: $176,840 plus HST contract with Superior Construction and Pools for antenna platform at Timmins Stratospheric Balloon Base

Proclamations

This is a brief ceremonial agenda item. The City of Timmins will hold a flag raise on January 8, 2025, at City Hall to mark Alzheimer Awareness Month. No decisions or discussions are scheduled.

• Flag raise for Alzheimer Awareness Month at City Hall, 220 Algonquin Blvd. East, Timmins, on January 8, 2025 at 10:00 am

Committee Against Gender Based Violence

The Committee Against Gender Based Violence is meeting to discuss its terms of reference and strategic alignment with the Community Safety and Well-being Plan. The meeting includes a round table discussion with several community organizations and services.

• Approval of Terms of Reference
• Strategic direction alignment with the Community Safety and Well-being Plan
• Round table with Timmins and Area Women in Crisis
• Round table with Ellevive
• Round table with Timmins Police Service

Municipal Heritage Committee

The Municipal Heritage Committee is meeting to discuss the potential heritage designation of the McIntyre Community Building at 85 McIntyre Road, review the Municipal Plaque Program, and consider membership in Community Heritage Ontario. The agenda also includes updates on previous items and correspondence from the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism.

• Update on 85 McIntyre Road (McIntyre Community Building) heritage designation
• Review of Municipal Plaque Program and presentations
• Discussion on membership in Community Heritage Ontario (CHO)
• Discussion on Ontario Heritage Week (February 17-23, 2025)
• Correspondence from Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism (Nov 19, 2024)