Timmins Police launch online auction site; bidding expected early 2026
Timmins Police Service has launched an online auction section on its website and says bidding will begin in early 2026, moving sales from third‑party platforms to a dedicated page.
The service says the shift is meant to centralize auction information and avoid interruptions linked to external social media systems. The auction page is live for account setup, and a site banner states auctions will begin “Winter 2025–2026.”
The platform is accessible at timminspolice.ca by clicking the “Online Auction” button. According to the service, items offered may include electronics, tools, jewelry, bicycles and other goods collected through police operations.
“By moving our auctions to a dedicated website, we gain full control over how the platform operates and avoid the limitations of third‑party social media systems,” Administrative Coordinator Stacey Boucher said. “Previously, auctions hosted on Facebook were occasionally affected by automated processes—such as keyword filters, content restrictions, and unexpected shutdowns that could interrupt our page.”
“This platform is about modernizing the way we manage unclaimed property while giving the public safe, fair access to auction items,” Boucher added. “It also enables us to operate without the disruptions that come with relying on external platforms.”
Timmins Police say they will begin posting items for bidding when the program opens in early 2026. An image on the auction page reiterates the timeline with the message “AUCTIONS WILL BEGIN WINTER 2025–2026” and a “Create an Account” prompt.