During the Timmins 2020 planning process over 500 participants submitted project ideas about economic diversification and community development. Your ideas for community improvement are taken seriously and the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) has researched some of them. Over the last year the TEDC has conducted feasibility studies and worked with various partners to determine […]
City council has accepted the draft of an integrated culture, tourism and recreation master plan at a special meeting on Monday July 28th. The plan contains feedback from over 2000 residents and stakeholders and is a good foundation for growth for the city. The plan contains over 100 recommendations that will be used as decision […]
The Productivity and Innovation Centre (PIC) is now open. The centre is managed by NEOnet and is supported by grants from FedNor and NOHFC. The facility is located in newly renovated office space in B wing of Northern College. The centre fosters a culture of productivity and innovation, which are two key components of economic […]
The Timmins Brand Committee has received several competitive proposals for the Gateway Signs and is pleased so far with the response. They have decided to extend the deadline for the RFP until July 18th due to requests from several of the registered signage contractors. The extra time will ensure that the Brand Committee has several […]
Council has received the Tourism Master Plan. The plan will ensure commitment to the tourism industry in Timmins, and foster future tourism development.Over 500 tourist operators, stakeholders and residents provided feedback. The long-term vision for tourism in Timmins is: “A vibrant City with sustainable tourism products and experiences that provide a lasting legacy for tourists […]
The Culture Master Plan has been submitted to council for approval. The plan is an initiative to improve cultural and creative activity in Timmins. If approved the plan will not only enhance the quality of life in Timmins but also help strengthen the local economy. Overnight tourists spent $4.1 billion on arts and culture in […]
The Timmins Community Brand Committee has finalized the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the new gateway signage and it is now available. On June 16, Council approved the locations for the first two signs: the one at the east end of the city will be located on Highway 101 just west of the Frederickhouse River […]
The long awaited Culture, Tourism and Recreation Master Plan was presented to Council at the end of May. To make sure that the final report actually reflects the needs and input of Timmins residents, Councillors requested one more feedback period so people could read it and share their thoughts. They set June 12, 2014 as […]
Following the presentation to Council of the Culture, Tourism and Recreation Master Plans for Timmins, Councillors requested a final input period for the general public. The idea is to allow members of the public to read over the plans to make sure they reflect the public interest and the results of all of the public […]
With the release of Timmins’ new Cultural Plan, there are already signs of a new era for arts and culture in Timmins! In September of this year, Timmins will be holding its second annual (and bigger and better!) Cultural Days to celebrate the creativity and diversity of our community. Culture Days is a Canada-wide volunteer […]