TORONTO, ON – The City of Timmins proudly hosted its 2nd Annual Timmins Reception on Tuesday, March 3 during the 2026 Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention in Toronto, bringing together industry leaders, suppliers, operating mines, exploration companies, Indigenous partners, and government representatives to celebrate mining excellence in Timmins.

The supplier-led event highlighted the strength, capacity, and collaboration of Timmins’ mining supply and services sector, reinforcing the city’s role as a key contributor to Ontario’s and Canada’s mining ecosystem. The reception created valuable opportunities for local businesses to showcase their expertise, strengthen partnerships, and connect with key decision-makers across the global mining industry.

A highlight of the event was the door prize: a Timmins-minted ounce of gold, generously supplied by Premier Canadian Mint. The prize reflected the region’s rich gold legacy and its continued leadership in mineral production.

“The Timmins Reception continues to demonstrate the strength of our mining supply and services sector and the collaborative spirit that defines our community,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “Timmins has long been the heart of Canada’s mining industry, and this event showcased the innovation, expertise, and partnerships that position us for continued growth and global investment.”

The City was also pleased to welcome Parliamentary Secretary Claude Guay, the Honourable Stephen Lecce, Ontario Minister, and the Honourable George Pirie, Ontario Minister, who attended the reception alongside other provincial representatives and industry stakeholders.

The 2026 Timmins Reception was made possible through strong supplier leadership and sponsorship across multiple tiers:

Diamond Sponsor
• Green Infrastructure Partners

Platinum Sponsors
• Canadian Mining Expo
• Levert
• Northern College
• OK Tire

Gold Sponsors
• Dumas
• IVEY Group
• JTR Custom Works
• NPLH Drilling
• Villeneuve Engineering Services

Nickel Sponsors
• ATCO
• Certarus
• Hancon Mining
• Industrial Systems
• Lincoln Strategic
• NATT
• Timmins Mechanical Solutions

Copper Sponsors
• AST Group
• Barclay Constructors
• Blue Heron Environmental
• Industrial Systems
• J.L. Richards & Associates
• LMW
• Matheson Constructors
• NFP
• Rivard Engineering
• Timmins Chamber

The event was further supported by Timmins’ operating mines and exploration partners, including Agnico Eagle Mines Ltd., IAMGOLD – Côté Gold, Discovery Silver (Discovery Porcupine), Canada Nickel Company, Pan American Silver (Lake Shore Gold), STLLR Gold, and McEwen Mining (Fox Complex).

The strong participation and sponsorship at this year’s reception demonstrated continued momentum across Timmins’ mining sector and reinforced the city’s reputation as a globally recognized mining centre.

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Media Inquiries:
Kelsey Luxton
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Timmins Economic Development
705-360-2600 x 7083
Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

TIMMINS, ON –The City of Timmins made a strong impact at the 2026 Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention with the grand opening of its booth. As one of the richest mineral-producing areas in the Western Hemisphere, Timmins and its region continues to position itself as a leader in the mining sector, fostering investment and economic development opportunities on a global stage.

The City of Timmins booth #6924N officially opened on March 1 at 2PM at the PDAC 2026 Convention in Toronto, highlighting the city’s strengths in gold and critical minerals, its expertise in mining innovation that is supported by a highly skilled mining supply and services cluster, and its commitment to economic growth. Attendees had the opportunity to connect with representatives from the City’s Economic Development team and local industry leaders to explore investment and partnership opportunities.

“The PDAC Convention continues to be the premier event for the global mineral exploration and mining industry, and Timmins has a long and rich history of being the heart of Canada’s mining hub,” said City of Timmins Mayor Michelle Boileau. “Again, this year, we are excited to showcase the Timmins Advantage at our booth.”

In addition to exhibiting at this year’s event, the City of Timmins will once again host its reception at PDAC. “The Timmins Reception was an incredible success last year and we are proud and excited to be celebrating mining excellence in Timmins, and for the local mining supply and service sector to network with Indigenous leaders, government dignitaries, operating mines, junior exploration companies, and key industry stakeholders,” said Brenda Camirand, Director of Economic Development for the City of Timmins. 

The City’s presence at PDAC 2026 reinforces Timmins’ reputation as a key player in the international mining industry.

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Media Inquiries:
Kelsey Luxton
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Timmins Economic Development
705-360-2600 x 7083
Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

TIMMINS, ONTARIO – The City of Timmins Economic Development Department has released its first Economic Insights report, a new quarterly publication designed to provide residents, investors, and business leaders with a clear picture of local economic activity.

Economic Insights brings together key updates, data, and stories highlighting how the City is advancing economic growth and community development. Each edition provides a cumulative snapshot of work completed from the start of the year to the end of the quarter — from infrastructure investments and business support initiatives to workforce development, community planning, and investment attraction efforts. The report outlines how the City is preparing for growth, strengthening local capacity, and monitoring changes across the community that influence the city’s economic landscape.

“Our city is growing, evolving, and full of potential,” said Mayor Michelle Boileau. “Economic Insights gives residents, investors, and partners a clear view of how we’re building a strong, more vibrant community.”

The first edition, representing the first to the third quarter, highlights over $53 million in building permits across all classifications, over $71.5 million invested in infrastructure, 55 businesses started through The Business Enterprise Centre, and more than 25 thousand overnight stays resulting from Tourism activities. The City is committed to building a more resilient community, and reports decreased electricity and natural gas consumption, energy use intensity, and improvements across other sustainability metrics. 

“Timmins is poised for growth, and this bulletin helps us measure and communicate that momentum,” said Brenda Camirand, Director of Economic Development at the City of Timmins. “It’s another tool in positioning Timmins as a forward-thinking, investment-ready community.”

Economic Insights will be published quarterly at investintimmins.com/economicinsights

Media Contact:
Kelsey Luxton
Marketing and Communications Specialist
Timmins Economic Development
705-360-2600 x7083
Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

OTTAWA and TIMMINS, ONTARIO, CANADA – October 16, 2025 –Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT), one of the world’s largest and most innovative satellite operators, and Timmins Economic Development today announced that Telesat purchased a land plot on Laforest Road from the City of Timmins. This site will serve as a Landing Station to connect data from its advanced LEO satellite network, Telesat Lightspeed, to terrestrial Points of Presence and fibre in Northern Ontario.

Telesat Lightspeed, the largest space program in Canada’s history, will help bridge the digital divide by extending the reach of terrestrial telecom networks in rural and remote communities. Additionally, it is expected to serve an important role in protecting the Arctic and Canada’s sovereignty and deliver high-performing broadband connectivity for the energy, mining, aviation and maritime industries. The satellite constellation in space is seamlessly integrated with terrestrial Landing Stations around the world, with built-in site redundancy and diversity to ensure that data reliably reaches its intended destination.

“Timmins offers access to superior telecommunications infrastructure, including an extensive 2,200 km long haul fibre network, highly reliable hydroelectric infrastructure, and access to a multitude of energy solutions. These features, plus easy accessibility to Southern Ontario and Western Quebec, make Timmins an ideal location to meet the stringent resiliency requirements for our terrestrial Landing Station network. We appreciate the professionalism and responsiveness of Timmins Economic Development throughout our engagement.

• Asit Tandon, Chief Network and Information Officer, Telesat

“Timmins is proud to play a role in advancing Canada’s largest space program. Telesat’s investment highlights the strength of our city’s infrastructure and our position as a hub for innovation in Northern Ontario. By anchoring the Telesat Lightspeed network here, Timmins is helping to connect remote and rural communities, while also contributing to Canada’s growing new space economy. This project represents new opportunities for our community and reinforces that Timmins is on the map, not just in Ontario, but on a global scale.”

• Mayor Michelle Boileau, City of Timmins

 “Telesat’s decision to establish a Landing Station in Timmins highlights the strategic advantages our city offers — from robust telecommunications to our prime geographic location in Northern Ontario. This project marks a significant milestone for Timmins, reinforcing our commitment to supporting innovative industries and attracting investment that drives economic growth. We look forward to continuing to work with Telesat as they advance this exciting initiative, contributing to the growth of our local space economy.”

• Brenda Camirand, Director of Economic Development, City of Timmins

Site preparation is now underway for the Timmins Landing Station. Crews have begun clearing the land and construction of satellite antennas and networking equipment will commence in the spring of 2026.

About Telesat

Backed by a legacy of engineering excellence, reliability and industry-leading customer service, Telesat (Nasdaq and TSX: TSAT) is one of the largest and most innovative global satellite operators. Telesat works collaboratively with its customers to deliver critical connectivity solutions that tackle the world’s most complex communications challenges, providing powerful advantages that improve their operations and drive profitable growth.

Continuously innovating to meet the connectivity demands of the future, Telesat Lightspeed, the company’s state-of-the-art Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite network, has been optimized to meet the rigorous requirements of telecom, government, maritime and aeronautical customers. Telesat Lightspeed will redefine global satellite connectivity with ubiquitous, affordable, high-capacity, secure and resilient links with fibre-like speeds. For updates on Telesat, follow us on LinkedIn, X, or visit www.telesat.com.

About Timmins Economic Development

Timmins Economic Development is the city’s community economic development team, which facilitates and supports economic and social activity that creates jobs, diversifies the economy and improves quality of life.

Land Acknowledgement

Timmins Economic Development acknowledges that we are located on the traditional Lands of Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation, home to many Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, Algonquin and Métis people. We also acknowledge that we are situated in Treaty 9 territory (also known as the James Bay Treaty), which is steeped in the rich Indigenous history of many First Nations, Métis and Inuit People.

We make this acknowledgement as a first step in recognizing First Peoples’ long history and living culture, made with respect to Elders, both past and present.

Media Contacts:
W2 Communications for Telesat
telesat@w2comm.com

Timmins Economic Development
Kelsey Luxton
705-360-2600 x7083
Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

Telesat Forward-Looking Statements Safe Harbor

This news release contains statements that are not based on historical fact and are “forward-looking statements’’ within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and Canadian securities laws. When used herein, statements which are not historical in nature, or which contain the words “will,” “can,” “expected,” or similar expressions, are forward-looking statements. Actual results may differ materially from the expectations expressed or implied in the forward-looking statements as a result of known and unknown risks and uncertainties. All statements made in this press release are made only as of the date set forth at the beginning of this release. Telesat Corporation undertakes no obligation to update the information made in this release in the event facts or circumstances subsequently change after the date of this press release.

These forward-looking statements are based on Telesat Corporation’s current expectations and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond Telesat Corporation’s control, are difficult to predict, and could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or forecasted in the forward-looking statements. There are numerous risks and uncertainties associated with Telesat’s business and the Telesat Lightspeed constellation. Known risks and uncertainties include but are not limited to: inflation and rising interest rates; tariffs; Telesat’s ability to meet the funding conditions of its funding agreements with the Government of Canada and Government of Quebec; technological hurdles, including our and our contractors’ development and deployment of the new technologies required to complete the constellation in time to meet our schedule, or at all; the availability of services and components from our and our contractors’ supply chains; competition; risks associated with domestic and foreign government regulation, including access to sufficient orbital spectrum to be able to deliver services effectively and access to sufficient geographic markets in which to sell those services; Telesat’s ability to develop significant commercial and operational capabilities; risks associated with operating satellites and providing satellite services, including satellite construction or launch delays, launch failures, in-orbit failures or impaired satellite performance; and volatility in exchange rates. The foregoing list of important factors is not exhaustive. Investors should review the other risk factors discussed in Telesat Corporation’s annual report on Form 20-F for the year ended December 31, 2024, that was filed on March 27, 2025, with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) and the Canadian securities regulatory authorities at the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (“SEDAR”), and may be accessed on the SEC’s website at https://www.sec.gov/ and SEDAR’s website at https://www.sedarplus.ca/ as well as our subsequent reports on Form 6-K filed with the SEC and also available on SEDAR.

TIMMINS, ON – The Business Enterprise Centre is proud to announce the successful applicants of the Spring 2025 intake of the Starter Company Plus program. Delivered virtually to applicants across the Cochrane District, the program offers training, mentorship, and up to $5,000 in grant funding to support entrepreneurs in launching, expanding, or purchasing a business.

This intake saw strong regional interest, with 76 applications received, an average of 27 participants per workshop, and 18 entrepreneurs submitting complete grant proposals, including a business plan and three-year cash flow projection.

“We’re incredibly proud of this year’s cohort,” said Mike Scott, Business Development Consultant at The Business Enterprise Centre. “The level of engagement and the quality of proposals reflect the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit in our region.”

Spring 2025 Grant Recipients
The following entrepreneurs were selected to receive grant funding:

Jocelyne Bain—Northern Arc and Industrial Services
Nicole Chartrand—Nails Plus by Nicole
Riley Demers—Demers Industrial Group Inc.
James Donaldson—Moose Basin Vacations
Yves Fecteau—Get Ur Dun Line Boring Inc.
Justin Goulet and Tony Esposito—Light Vis Safety Inc.
Cynthia Larrivée—Clinique Larrivée
Cameron Lemire—CL Lawn Care
Kim McCarty—Naturally Local Farms
Dana Rugless—Overflow Home Health Inc.
Ukrainian Food & Catering
Jonathan Toupin—Deluxe AV Solutions

Representing a diverse range of sectors, from agriculture and industrial supplies to professional services, these entrepreneurs are ready to make their mark.

What’s Next
The Business Enterprise Centre will continue to support clients through personalized consultation, funding and financing navigation, and strategic connections within the regional business ecosystem.

To learn more about Starter Company Plus and upcoming opportunities, visit https://northeastbec.com or contact The Business Enterprise Centre directly.

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Media Contact
Mike Scott
Business Development Consultant
The Business Enterprise Centre
mike.scott@timmins.ca
(705) 360-2600 x 7084

About Starter Company Plus
Funded by Ontario’s Ministry of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, and the Ministry of Northern Economic Development and Growth, and administered by The Business Enterprise Centre, Starter Company Plus supports entrepreneurs aged 18 and older who have completed their schooling.

The program includes:

• Interactive workshops on business planning, marketing, and financial management
• Ongoing support from a Business Development Consultant
• One-on-one mentorship from experienced advisors
• Grant funding of up to $5,000

About the Business Enterprise Centre
The Business Enterprise Centre is the Small Business Enterprise Centre serving Timmins and the Cochrane District. The Centre is hosted by the City of Timmins Economic Development department and provides resources, mentorship, and guidance to help entrepreneurs succeed.

TIMMINS, ON – Timmins Economic Development Corporation in partnership with the Timmins and District Hospital and the Timmins Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee (TPRRC), is proud to announce the launch of a new physician recruitment campaign, supported by funding from the Ontario Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’ Rural Economic Development (RED) program.

The initiative includes a refreshed recruitment website, a new tradeshow booth designed for medical conferences, and a compelling video series featuring local physicians who share their experiences living and working in Timmins. Together, these new tools are designed to promote Timmins as a welcoming, vibrant, and opportunity-rich community for healthcare professionals.

Timmins is currently facing a shortage of more than 40 physicians, including primary care providers and specialists.

The new campaign will soon roll out targeted digital advertising across Canada, focusing on communities with medical schools. The goal is to directly engage medical residents and professionals who are exploring career options and community fit.

“Physician recruitment is more than a healthcare issue—it’s an economic development priority,” says Michelle Boileau, Mayor of Timmins. “Our campaign reflects the urgent need to attract new physicians to meet local healthcare demands and support broader business and community growth.”

Physician recruitment also brings economic benefits beyond healthcare. New physicians represent substantial public investment through provincial funding, help sustain local jobs in healthcare, and contribute to the community as small business owners. Their presence supports other sectors by improving quality of life and making it easier for businesses to attract and retain employees.

This project is being delivered in partnership with the Timmins Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee, a regional collaborative including the Timmins Economic Development Corporation and Timmins and District Hospital, among other key stakeholders.

To learn more or to view the promotional materials, visit movetotimmins.ca/docsintimmins

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Media Contact:
Kelsey Luxton
Marketing and Communications Specialist, Timmins Economic Development
705-360-2600 x7083
Kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

About the Timmins Economic Development Corporation
The Timmins Economic Development Corporation is the city’s nonprofit community economic development organization supported by Timmins Economic Development.

About Timmins Economic Development
Timmins Economic Development is the city’s community economic development team, which facilitates and supports economic and social activity that creates jobs, diversifies the economy and improves quality of life.

Land Acknowledgement
Timmins Economic Development acknowledges that we are located on the traditional Lands of Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation, home to many Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, Algonquin and Métis people. We also acknowledge that we are situated in Treaty 9 territory (also known as the James Bay Treaty), which is steeped in the rich Indigenous history of many First Nations, Metis and Inuit People.

We make this acknowledgement as a first step in recognizing First Peoples’ long history and living culture, made with respect to Elders, both past and present.

TIMMINS, ON – The Timmins Regional Rural and Francophone Community Immigration Pilots (RCIP-FCIP) are now accepting applications for designation from local employers within priority sectors who wish to participate in the pilots.

The process for the new immigration pilots is employer-driven and focused on priority sectors and occupation. Employers wishing to participate in the pilots have to apply to the Timmins Economic Development Corporation (TEDC) for employer designation, which involves completing mandatory IRCC onboarding training and intercultural competency training.

To be eligible for employer designation, employers have to be located within the geographic boundaries – east from Calstock to the Quebec border, south to Temiskaming Shores and west to Foleyet – of the pilots, be active and operating continuously for at least 2 years, and must do business in at least one of the five priority sectors: 1) Health, 2) Trades and Transport, 3) Natural Resources and Agriculture, 4) Education, Law and Social, Community and Government Services, and 5) Business, Finance and Administration. A full list of employer requirements, priority sectors and occupations, and a map of the geographic boundaries is available on the TEDC website. Interested employers can also contact the TEDC directly.

“We are excited to announce the selection of our priority sectors and occupations for these new immigration pilots and the start of our intake for employer designation,” said Brenda Camirand, Director of Economic Development for the City of Timmins. “Employers in these sectors who are unable to fill positions with Canadian citizens or permanent residents will now have an additional avenue to secure a workforce.”

The priority sectors and occupations were carefully chosen by the Community Steering and Selection Committee based on research and data from numerous sources, including an employer survey, consultations with stakeholders and community partners, job posting data, and labour market forecasts. Priority sectors and occupations are subject to change on an annual basis, as determined by the Community Steering and Selection Committee.

Employer information sessions will be taking place in communities across the region from April 22-25. Visit the TEDC Eventbrite page for details about the session nearest you.

In January 2025, it was announced that the City of Timmins and surrounding region were selected to participate in two new immigration pilots by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). The Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP) and Francophone Community Immigration Pilot (FCIP) will continue to spread the benefits of economic immigration to smaller communities and help employers find the workers they need to overcome labour shortages. The TEDC facilitates the Pilots in the region.

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For more information, please contact Kelsey Luxton at kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca or (705) 360-2656.

About Timmins Economic Development

Timmins Economic Development is the city’s community economic development team, which facilitates and supports economic and social activity that creates jobs, diversifies the economy and improves quality of life.

Land Acknowledgement

Timmins Economic Development acknowledges that we are located on the traditional Lands of Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation, home to many Ojibway, Cree, Oji-Cree, Algonquin and Métis people. We also acknowledge that we are situated in Treaty 9 territory (also known as the James Bay Treaty), which is steeped in the rich Indigenous history of many First Nations, Metis and Inuit People.

We make this acknowledgement as a first step in recognizing First Peoples’ long history and living culture, made with respect to Elders, both past and present.

TORONTO, ON – The City of Timmins made a strong impact at the 2025 Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) Convention with the grand opening of its booth. As one of the richest mineral-producing areas in the Western Hemisphere, Timmins and its region continues to position itself as a leader in the mining sector, fostering investment and economic development opportunities on a global stage.

The City of Timmins booth #6924N officially opened on March 2 at 2PM at the PDAC 2025 Convention in Toronto, highlighting the city’s strengths in gold and critical minerals, its expertise in mining innovation, and its commitment to economic growth. Attendees have the opportunity to connect with representatives from the City’s Economic Development team and local industry leaders to explore investment and partnership opportunities.

“The PDAC Convention is the premier event for the global mineral exploration and mining industry, and Timmins has a long history of being at the heart of Canada’s mining sector,” said City of Timmins Mayor Michelle Boileau. “This year, we are excited to showcase our city’s competitive advantages at our booth.”

Timmins is not only a mining hub but also home to a robust supply and service sector that supports operations worldwide.

In addition to exhibiting at this year’s event, the City of Timmins will host its first ever reception at PDAC. “The Timmins Reception is an opportunity to celebrate mining excellence in Timmins, and for the local mining supply and service sector to network with Indigenous leaders, government dignitaries, operating mines, junior exploration companies, and key industry stakeholders,” said Brenda Camirand, Director of Economic Development for the City of Timmins. 

The City’s presence at PDAC 2025 reinforces Timmins’ reputation as a key player in the mining industry.

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Media Inquiries:
Kelsey Luxton
Marketing and Communications Specialist
705-360-2600 x 7083
kelsey.luxton@timmins.ca

TIMMINS, ON – The Business Enterprise Centre is accepting applications for the Starter Company Plus program, offering entrepreneurs in Timmins and its region up to $5,000 in grants to start, expand, or purchase a business.

Mike Scott, Business Development Consultant with The Business Enterprise Centre, highlighted the program’s value: “Starter Company Plus provides aspiring entrepreneurs with the foundation they need to build successful businesses. Through virtual workshops and one-on-one mentorship, participants develop their business plans while gaining essential skills and knowledge to thrive in today’s market.”

The program has already helped dozens of successful businesses in the region, including Ciao Sandwich Co. in downtown Timmins. Co-owners Ryan and Kennedy Wilson shared their experience: “The Starter Company Plus program gave us the tools and confidence to bring our business vision to life. The grant funding helped us offset the cost of equipment, which has become essential to our operations and customer experience.”

Eligible applicants must be 18+, have completed their education, and commit to running their business full-time. The program includes 7 weeks of virtual workshops with hands-on training and individualized support.

For more information or to apply, contact James Parisi at james.parisi@timmins.ca or 705-360-2600 ext. 7079.

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