Hi Everyone,
I’m Jessica, your newly appointed Executive Director of the Downtown Timmins Business Improvement Association.
I come from a strong background in Community Development, Social Economics, Human Resources, and a passion for community engagement.
As your ED of the BIA, assisting with safety concerns, enhancing the vibrancy of downtown, and building the culture within the community is top priority. With flourishing neighbourhoods and prosperous businesses helping to contribute to the livability of the city, I look forward to supporting your growth, promoting your ideas, advocating for your local business, and showcasing the downtown as a destination.
Your feedback is critical to the success of our city so please reach out and let’s work together to create an engaged community.
Miigwetch, Thank you, Merci, #OneRaceManyColours
Jessica Mayer (SSW/BACD) Executive Director She/HerP.2 My Downtown
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P.4 Carnival 2023
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P.6 Good News
P.7 Taking Care of Business
P.8 Did you Know?
Hello Downtown!
Spring is in the air and the flowers are in bloom, it’s time to enjoy the beautiful weather, and bright sunshine. With summer around the corner, that also means construction. We understand that construction can slow your schedule and be frustrating. Our board is working with the city to ensure that we keep you up to date with any changes in construction. We’ll be sending more information as we get it.
For more good news, the City approved and ordered an upgraded vacuum machine that’s better equipped to clean our streets and alleyways. This helps to keep you, your staff, and customers safe. We are also working with the City to fund more Downtown initiatives to increase security and safety, stay tuned for more as we get closer to summer. Have a Happy Spring
Cory Robin President
A special shout out to #YOURDOWNTOWNTIMMINS Members who were 2023 Nova Award Recipients on May 11th!
Near North Video Productions - BMT Insurance & Financial Services Business Contribution to the Community Award (1-5 Employees)
JustNatural Holistic Spa & Institute Inc. The Venture Centre Business Contribution to the Community Award (6-10 Employees)
The Wizard of Paws Inc. TD Bank Group Business of the Year Award (1-5 Employees)
Connecting Link construction is underway. Sign up to receive email updates on construction progress at: www.timmins.ca/connecting_link. Follow @CityofTimmins on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter or LinkedIn. Have a question about the Connecting Link project? Email the City’s Communications Coordinator at amanda.dyer@timmins.ca
Hi there!
My name is Emma Laiho, and I am one of the summer students running the Urban Park and Urban Park Market. I’m currently studying English and Political Science at Lakehead University. This is my fourth year back, and I am so excited to be involved in another summer filled with fun events!
Our Urban Park is coming back, but with one major change: our location! Due to the road work on Algonquin, we are moving to Cedar St. S for the summer. All of our street events will be occurring on the block of Cedar between Second and Third, and approximately half of the block between Third and Algonquin. Come give us a visit and play some fun games or get some delicious food!
We have some awesome themes coming up this year for the Urban Park (if I may say so myself)! Here’s our schedule for the summer:
July 5: Carnival
July 12: Superheroes
July 19: Music Week
July 26: Christmas in July!
August 2: Pirate Week
August 9: Halloween
August 16: Medieval Times
August 23: Science Week
If you are interested in having your organization join us, or if you want any further information, don’t hesitate to reach out! I can be reached at coordinator@downtowntimmins.com, or at 705-264-8733.
Hope to see you out this summer!
In anticipation of the Urban Park Market starting back up this summer. We are having a Mother's Day Urban Park Market on Saturday May 13th from 10-3pm! It will be a combination of outside (along Third Avenue) and inside (inside Tweed and Hickory Building) And will feature 20+ local Crafters/Farmers/Vendors.
#yourdowntowntimmins mothers will receive *complimentary daisies thanks to our local florist Timmins Flower Shop Inc (*while quantities last)
#yourdowntowntimmins
We’ll be reaching out soon to know your business hours. Let us know if you are open for shopping on Saturdays! We are putting together a flyer to give out to the public at the Market. #yourdowntowntimmins
We had great participation for #yourdowntowntimmins Valentines day window decorating contest. First prize was awarded to Girones, Bourdon Kelly Lawyers.
Second prize was awarded to Second Time Around.
And Third Prize was the awarded to the Timmins Youth Wellness Hub. Congratulations to all!
Congratulations to Louise SpenceMohamed Registered Psychotherapist Okakeskimiwew Indigenous Counselling & Psychotherapy on her Grand Opening! #yourdowntowntimmins
Louise is located at 106B Suite 202 Third Avenue
Congratulations to our newest #yourdowntowntimmins member
The Fusion Grill on their Grand Opening!
56 Second Avenue!
Great Lebanese restaurant
Congratulations to the Timmins Chamber on their brand new modern space in #yourdowntowntimmins its beautiful! They are now located at 1 Pine Street South. (Above Scotiabank)
While you're out shopping for a Mother's Day Gift or Getting a Bite to eat at any of the #yourdowntowntimmins Local Restaurants why not stop in and get a Beavertail? BeaverTails Mobile North East Ontario will be set up on Third avenue.
Milestone Business Anniversaries
If your business has had an anniversary (on the fives) or will be celebrating an anniversary this year – please let us know so we can celebrate you! People love to see your success and we will post it on our social media and website.
Our weekly safety walks with TPS will continue.
– please call the office at 705-264-8733 or email jessicamayer@downtowntimmins.com if you would like us to drop in at your business to review any safety concerns that you may have.
For a complete list of Board Members, Staff and contact information please visit our website! www.downtowntowntimmins.com
Garbage and Recycling Day continues to be on Tuesday evenings after 5:30 pm.
Safety Walks with TPS