Posts in category 2020 Engagement

Artemis Youth Centre Gearing up for Fundraiser

The founders of Artemis Youth Centre are determined to fight childhood obesity in Timmins and provide opportunities for youth engagement in the community.The name Artemis comes from Greek mythology and the Godess Artemis was the protector of children and animals. The founders believe that her story of strength and agility will be an inspiration to […]

Timmins Swag is Coming!

The Timmins brand is coming to a store near you! Our brand story is that Timmins has a wealth of opportunities that centre on our many different resources – human, natural, knowledge-based and cultural. This brand story honours our past, but keeps us open to the future. Alfie’s Cigar Store in down town Timmins and Wicked […]

New Council Learns About Timmins 2020

New Council Learns About Timmins 2020

The elections are over and the new council is gearing up for a new term. As part of their orientation they will be receiving an introduction to the Timmins 2020 Strategic Plan on November 19.  The Timmins 2020 Plan was created based on your comments and feedback regarding the issues that are the most important […]

Welcome to Timmins Night a Huge Success!

Welcome to Timmins Night a Huge Success!

The 21st annual Welcome to Timmins Night saw more than 500 people come out to find out about Timmins. This year over 100 different organizations were present to share their knowledge and expertise with visitors. The overall goal of the evening is to build a strong social fabric in Timmins and create a sense of […]

More Feedback Wanted on Housing Recommendations

More Feedback Wanted on Housing Recommendations

The Housing Committee is asking for one more round of public input on our Housing Strategy. For the past year we’ve been developing a strategic, long term Community Housing Plan to help address local housing needs. The Timmins Community Housing Plan is a key initiative of the Timmins 2020 Strategic Plan and is intended to help enhance community investment and […]

Have you visited T2020 on Facebook?

Have you visited T2020 on Facebook?

We all know that social media can be an important way to reach our friends, business associates, customers and stakeholders. For the last two years, Timmins 2020 has been on Facebook, offering news and updates on the things that are making Timmins a better place to live. We’re rounding the corner towards 2,500 “Likes,” almost […]

Master Plans for Culture, Tourism & Recreation Ready

Master Plans for Culture, Tourism & Recreation Ready

The consulting firm Sierra Planning unveiled the new Master Plan to guide Culture, Tourism and Recreation in Timmins for the next 10 years. The recommendations reflect the input from over 2000 residents, members of local organizations and municipal staff. Highlights include: Invest in a new Multi-use Recreation Centre including a twin pad and new aquatics complex. […]

Timmins 2020 Reaches 1,000+ People at Home Show

Timmins 2020 Reaches 1,000+ People at Home Show

The annual Timmins Home Show is always a great place for the Timmins 2020 team to meet residents and talk about the good things happening to make Timmins a better place. This year’s show was no exception – Booth attendants Mike Kentish and Courtney McDonald chatted with over 1,000 people over the course of the […]

33 Partners Honoured at T2020 Lunch

33 Partners Honoured at T2020 Lunch

On Thursday, May 1, Mayor Tom Laughren thanked more than 30 organizations and businesses in Timmins who have contributed to making the Timmins 2020 Strategic Plan a reality. We are now into Year 3 of the Ten-year plan, and have completed 9 projects. Five more are ongoing, and we’re starting four new ones this year. […]

238 cultural assets found in Timmins

The consultants of Sierra Planning and Management did a cultural asset inventory and found that we have 238 cultural assets in Timmins. Over 1000 people, including 200 elementary and secondary students, contributed to the process. The cultural assets are broken down: Creative Cultural Industries – 82 Spaces and Facilities – 44 Cultural Heritage – 30 Natural […]