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Transport Canada Constructs Prototype Building in Eight Days

Justin Barber

Jan 29, 2025 — 1 min read

Transport Canada has completed the construction of a prototype building in eight days at the former Killaloe Airport site. The 380-square-foot structure was assembled using pre-fabricated panels from FLEX Structure, a company based in British Columbia. These panels are designed to be insulated, durable, and weather-sealed, contributing to the building's energy efficiency.

The project is part of Transport Canada's exploration of new construction technologies aimed at reducing building times. Potential applications for this technology include utility and storage buildings, operation centres, and emergency response structures that can be easily relocated.

Invest Ottawa, in partnership with Transport Canada, will conduct tests on the building's durability and functionality over the coming months. The results will be shared with the builder, and a final report is anticipated by summer 2025. Funding for this initiative was provided by Innovative Solutions Canada, a program under Innovation, Science, and Economic Development Canada.

Two Impaired Drivers Arrested by Timmins Police

The Timmins Police Service reported the arrest of two impaired drivers on March 21, 2025. The first arrest was initiated after a concerned citizen alerted authorities about a potential impaired driver. Officers from the Traffic Section located the vehicle and detained the driver for Operation While Impaired by Drugs. Further

Local Planning Board Reviews New Senior Living Units Proposal

Proposal for Additional Senior Living Units in Local Community A proposal has been submitted to the local planning board for the construction of 28 new independent senior living units at 500 Twelfth Avenue North. According to the planning documentation, this proposal outlines an expansion on the site, which would result

Timmins Revises Snow Removal Schedule Due to Equipment Issues

The City of Timmins Public Works has informed residents of a change in the snow removal schedule for specific areas within the city for the week of March 22, 2025. The changes affect South Porcupine, notably Bloor, Shamrock, and Dome streets, where snow removal services will be postponed due to

Smooth Rock Falls Sets 2025 Budget at $4.7 Million

The Town of Smooth Rock Falls has released its 2025 budget, setting total expenditures at $4.7 million. This includes a 10% increase in the municipal tax rate and a 3% increase in water and sewer rates. These adjustments will see taxes contributing 65% to the town's revenue.

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Two Impaired Drivers Arrested by Timmins Police

Local Planning Board Reviews New Senior Living Units Proposal

Timmins Revises Snow Removal Schedule Due to Equipment Issues

Smooth Rock Falls Sets 2025 Budget at $4.7 Million