Public Notices

Municipal Cooling Centres

Residents are advised that a strong heat wave is forecasted in the coming days. Residents are reminded to take precautions during extreme heat conditions to stay protected this summer.  

Municipal cooling centres

To find relief from the heat, residents may visit the following locations during operating hours:
• The Jack Burger Sports Complex, located at 60 Highland Drive.
• The Town Park Recreation Centre, located at 62 McCaul Street.
• The Port Hope Public Library - Mary J. Benson Branch, located at 31...

Notice of Public Meeting for 86 John Street – June 24, 2025

Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Port Hope hereby considers an application to amend Zoning By-law 20/2010 under Section 34(10.4) of the Planning Act, submitted by Clark Consulting Services on behalf of the owner Asunder Trade & Capital for lands municipally known as 86 John Street within the Urban Area of the Municipality of Port Hope (see Subject Lands Map) to be a Complete Application. Furthermore, the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of...

Important Notice Regarding Reports of Fraudulent “Home Fire Safety Checks”

Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services would like to urge all residents to be cautious when approached by anyone offering unsolicited “home fire safety checks” or attempting to sell fire safety equipment. It has been reported that some residents throughout the Province may have been coerced, pressured, or frightened by individuals posing as fire safety professionals. In these cases, homeowners were lured through a “free giveaway” into providing their home address and contact information. Shortly...

Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games Parking

The Northumberland Scottish Festival and Highland Games return to Port Hope this weekend. Please be aware of increased traffic, pedestrians, and pipe band members in the area surrounding the Town Park Recreation Centre.

Parking impacts

To alleviate traffic congestion and maintain a safe emergency access route, parking will be restricted from Friday, June 20 (4:00 p.m.) to Saturday, June 21 (11:00 p.m.) on the following streets:

• West side of Elgin Street (from College Street to Francis Street)
• West...

Update to Garden Hill Planning Applications - 3852 Ganaraska Road

The Municipality is providing an update on the planning applications for a residential subdivision proposed to be located at 3852 Ganaraska Road.

As previously communicated, this file remains under appeal with the Ontario Land Tribunal. The appeal was filed by the applicant in 2023, in accordance with the Planning Act, for “non-decision by the Council of Port Hope,” with respect to their application to amend the Zoning By-law as well as their application for Draft Plan of Subdivision approval...