Public Notices

Tax Sales

Take notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on November 28, 2024, at the Port Hope Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope, ON. 

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day, as soon as possible, after 3:00 p.m. at Town Hall. 

The Municipality can sell properties with two years of unpaid taxes. The tax sale process takes about a year to complete. In that year, the property owners have a chance to pay back...

Special Council Meeting – November 5, 2024

Residents are advised that a Special Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

As part of Council’s ongoing professional development, and following the recent By-election and swearing in of a new member of Council, mid-term training on the Roles and Responsibilities of Council and Staff and other related matters is being provided to Council. This training will be presented by the Municipality’s Integrity Commissioner, John Mascarin, Aird & Berlis LLP.

This meeting...

Special Council Meeting – October 29, 2024

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 29, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

During the open portion of the meeting (prior to the commencement of the Closed Session) the Mayor may provide an update on various planning matters. 

Council will then proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 in order to consider items pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual...

Property Standards By-law to be Considered for Final Approval

Residents are advised that the updated Property Standards By-law was presented to Members of Council at the Committee of the Whole meeting on October 22, 2024. This By-law sets important regulations for property upkeep, ensuring safety, and aesthetics throughout the community.

The review of the Property Standards By-law began in early 2024 and included a thorough community engagement process. Residents, stakeholders, and committees of Council were invited to share their feedback and suggestions....

Review of Procedural By-law

The Municipality of Port Hope is reviewing its Procedural By-law, which governs how Council meetings are conducted to ensure transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in decision-making. One year after the updated By-law was implemented, we are seeking community feedback to help determine if further refinements are needed.

We invite residents to review the current Procedural By-law and share their comments and suggestions. Your input is important in helping us shape the future of Council's...