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25 Metre Pool Closure - January 16 to 19

Please be advised that the 25m pool at the Jack Burger Sports Complex will be closed from January 16 to 19, 2025 for repairs. The therapy pool and hot tub will remain open for the duration of this closure.

All programs and activities scheduled for the 25m pool will be cancelled during this time. Registered participants are being notified. Programs and activities scheduled in the therapy pool will proceed as normal. 

Opening hours at the Jack Burger Sports Complex have been adjusted due to this...

Potential Scam Alert Regarding Water Meter Replacement Calls

The Municipality of Port Hope has been informed of fraudulent phone calls from individuals falsely claiming to represent Neptune Technology Group, the company managing our water meter replacement program. These callers have asked for personal information and mentioned a supposed "pre-appointment inspection."

Please be advised:

• Neptune Technology Group will not contact residents by phone to request personal information. After you receive a letter in the mail from Neptune Technology Group, you are...

Winter 2 Recreation and Aquatics Registration

Registration for Winter 2 Aquatics opens on January 20, 2025 at 7:00 a.m. and registration for Recreation Programs opens on January 21, 2025 at 8:00 a.m. Connect, engage, and get active with swimming lessons, fitness classes, art and culture, children's programs and more. You can register: 

1. Online – It’s convenient and fast and you can avoid the lineups. 
2. In-person – We have staggered registration dates for a smoother registration process. 
3. By phone – Please don’t leave a voicemail as it won’t...

Watermain Break - Elgin Street North Closure

Please be advised that Elgin Street North (from Croft Street to College Street) is closed on January 13, 2025, as we address a watermain break in the area. Local traffic will have access to their properties but please avoid the area, if possible.

Some customers may experience lower water pressure, and localized water shut-offs may be necessary to complete repairs. Crews are notifying residents door-to-door and are on-site working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We anticipate the...

Update on 65 Ward Street – Motion for Leave to Appeal Dismissed

The Municipality of Port Hope is providing an update regarding the ongoing matter concerning 65 Ward Street.

In November 2024, the Municipality provided an update regarding the Motion for Leave to Appeal filed by Southbridge, which was scheduled for review by a panel of the court. In December 2024, the panel dismissed the Motion for Leave to Appeal on jurisdictional grounds, meaning the court determined it did not have the legal authority to hear the case or address the matter under appeal. The...