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Port Hope Adopts Wildland Fire Management Plan to Strengthen Community Safety and Preparedness

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope has adopted a new Municipal Wildland Fire Management Plan, marking a significant step forward in protecting the community from the growing risk of wildland fires.

Developed by Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services (PHFES) with funding support from Hydro One’s Energizing Life Community Fund, the plan reflects a collaborative effort with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ganaraska Region...

Help Shape the Future of Parks and Trails in Port Hope

We are taking an important step toward enhancing our parks, open spaces, and trails by developing a new Parks and Trails Plan, and we want to hear from you!

Building on the 2021 Leisure Services Master Plan, this update will reflect current community needs and future growth to ensure residents continue to enjoy safe, accessible, and welcoming outdoor spaces. As Port Hope grows and evolves, this Plan will help guide how we improve and expand these important community assets. It will identify gaps...

Special Council Meeting – June 25, 2026

A Special Council Workshop Session has been scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 2:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

In accordance with Council Resolution 48-2026, which directed that discussions regarding Portfolio Chairs be referred to a future Council Workshop during the current term of Council, Members of Council will participate in a consultant-facilitated workshop. The workshop will also include discussion of the role of the Deputy Mayor.

The...

Municipality of Port Hope is Empowering Local Entrepreneurs with ‘Inspired in Hope’ Event

For Immediate Release
Friday, June 19, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

Development activity is accelerating across Northumberland County and surrounding regions, and the Municipality of Port Hope is taking proactive steps to ensure residents are informed, included, and ready to benefit from the growth opportunities. As part of this commitment, the Municipality’s Economic Development division is launching ‘Inspired in Hope’, a half-day entrepreneurship event on July 21, 2026, designed to encourage business...

Special Council Meeting – June 23, 2026

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council will proceed in closed session in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Act, 2001 S.O., c.25 in order to address matters related to the following:

• Personal matters about identifiable individual(s), including municipal or local board employees - Section 239(2)(b) and labour relations or employee negotiations -...