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Municipal Community Advisory Committee (“CAC”) for the PHAI Meeting – Tuesday, August 25, 2026

At its meeting held on July 21, 2026, Council passed By-law 44-2026, formally recognizing the Municipality of Port Hope as fulfilling the functions of the Community Advisory Committee (“CAC”), as defined in the 2001 Legal Agreement with Canada for the Port Hope Area Initiative (“PHAI”), and adopting the finalized Terms of Reference.

Council also requested that a meeting of the Community Advisory Committee be convened prior to August 30, 2026.

Accordingly, a Community Advisory Committee Meeting...

Notice of Passing of Zoning By-law Update - ARUs and Innovative Housing

At their meeting on August 11, Council approved updates to the Zoning By-law to support additional residential units (ARUs) and innovative housing options. Anyone who wishes to appeal the By-law can do so through the Ontario Land Tribunal by submitting the required forms and fee to the Municipal Clerk by 4:30 p.m. on September 7, 2026. For more details, review the full legislative notice: 

NOTICE OF THE PASSING OF ZONING BY-LAW UPDATE REGARDING ADDITIONAL RESIDENTIAL UNITS AND INNOVATIVE HOUSING 

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Summer Transit Delays

Due to the ongoing construction activities in the community, transit services on both in-town routes may experience occasional delays, which could affect connections at the Transit Hub.

We appreciate your understanding as our transit drivers continue to navigate changing traffic conditions safely and efficiently. Safety remains our top priority for passengers, drivers and all road users.

When planning your trip, please allow some extra travel time and check for service updates when available....

August 2026 Update - 121 Cavan Street Debris Removal (Former File Factory)

Beginning August 17 (weather permitting), residents will see Cliffshore Excavating & Paving working at 121 Cavan Street removing the building remnants and fire-related debris. This work is expected to take approximately two weeks. During this time, there may be temporary lane disruptions and increased truck traffic in the area. This work is being completed alongside PHAI activities in the area, so drivers and pedestrians are asked to exercise caution when travelling nearby.

In July 2024, a fire...

Arts Festival Road Closure - August 8

A reminder that the Port Hope Arts Festival is this Saturday, August 8, throughout Downtown. Residents are advised of the following impacts to accommodate this year’s festival:

Road Closures

• Augusta Street (from Queen Street to Elias Street) will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to accommodate the outdoor vendor market.
• Queen Street (from Walton Street to Augusta Street, including the Elias laneway) will be closed from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. to accommodate festival activities and an evening...