Public Notices

Design work begins for Cavan Street and Highland Drive Reconstruction

The early stages of the Cavan Street and Highland Drive Reconstruction Project are now underway. The design phase contract has been awarded to CIMA Canada Inc. (CIMA+), who will lead the investigations and detailed engineering needed to prepare reconstruction plans.

The project area includes:

• Cavan Street (from Walton Street to Highland Drive)
• Highland Drive (from Cavan Street to the west side of the Jack Burger Sports Complex)

This reconstruction will include a full road rebuild, replacement of...

Sanitary Sewer Flushing

Residents are advised that vactor truck flushing and CCTV camera inspections of the sanitary sewer system will begin on Monday, October 27, 2025, and will occur until the end of November. During this time, there will be minor traffic impacts and, for public and staff safety, occasional night work to avoid high traffic volumes.

Vactor truck flushing is an important maintenance task that cleans the sewer systems by using a high-pressure hose reel and vacuum to remove silt, debris, and tree root...

Thanksgiving Holiday Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings, the Hope Transfer Station, Transit Services, the Town Park Recreation Centre, the Jack Burger Sports Complex, and the Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

All municipal services will resume at their usual business hours on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

For urgent services related to water, wastewater, or roads, call 905-885-2431 and press * to reach our after-hours emergency line.

A Tribute to Transit Coordinator Jerry Siebarth

It is with deep sadness that we share the news of the passing of Jerry Siebarth, Transit Coordinator for the Municipality of Port Hope.

Jerry joined the Municipality in 2018 during the transition of our transit service from a contracted model to a municipal service. In his role, he provided leadership and support to transit employees, operations, and municipal crossing guards. Jerry also served on the municipality’s Joint Health and Safety Committee from 2024-2025. From the outset, Jerry...

Test Your Smoke Alarm Day Takes Place September 28 Across Ontario

Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services is calling on all residents to test their smoke alarms on September 28 as part of Test Your Smoke Alarm Day. Be prepared to be Saved by the Beep with a working smoke alarm – it is your best chance to keep you and your family safe in the event of a fire.

The Municipality of Port Hope is joining communities across Ontario on September 28 by asking everyone to take a minute and ensure there are working smoke alarms installed in their home.

In 2022, Ontario lost...