Public Notices

Intersection Closure – Toronto Road/Ridout Street

Residents are advised that the intersection of Toronto Road/Victoria Street South and Ridout Street/Lakeshore Road will be closed beginning Monday, September 28, at 6:00 a.m. for approximately three days (reopening by Wednesday, September 30, at 9:00 p.m.).

If possible, please avoid the area and use an alternate route, as traffic delays are expected. We recognize that this corridor is an important travel route for many residents and businesses, and we appreciate your patience and understanding...

Public Art Survey Now Open!

We are currently reviewing our Public Art Policy and are looking for community input to help guide its development.

Public art plays an important role in creating vibrant, welcoming and memorable communities. It can inspire conversation, celebrate local culture and history, enhance public spaces and foster a sense of pride and belonging for residents and visitors.

The refreshed policy will establish a clear framework for how public art is considered, selected, displayed, managed and maintained in...

Port Hope Fair Parking Restrictions and Transit Interruptions

The annual Port Hope Fair is back from September 17 to 20, 2026. Residents are reminded of the following impacts:

Road Closures

McCaul Street will be closed east of Deblaquire Street. 

Parking restrictions

To alleviate traffic congestion and ensure emergency vehicle access to the fair grounds and surrounding neighbourhood, there will be no parking from September 17 at 8:00 a.m. to September 20 at 5:00 p.m. on the following streets:

• No-parking on the west side of Elgin Street North (from Ward Street...

Run Salmon Run Road Closure – September 13

Ontario Street Theatre is hosting the fifth annual Salmon Festival this Weekend. Run Salmon Run is a free community event that celebrates the annual salmon migration in the Ganaraska River. It will take place on both sides of the River from Walton Street to the Rotary Footbridge. The event will feature educational activities, vendors, live music, entertainment and displays from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.

Road Closures and Parking Impacts

To accommodate the event, Walton Street (From Mill Street...

Seeking Volunteers to Join Local Boards and Quasi-Judicial Committees

We are seeking representatives from the community to serve on some of our Local Boards and Quasi-Judicial Committees.

These groups play an important role in local governance by supporting decision-making and providing advice and recommendations to Council. Many include both members of the public and Council representatives, creating valuable opportunities to share your knowledge, experience, ideas and perspectives, while helping shape Port Hope's future.

These positions are volunteer-based and...