Public Notices

Update on 65 Ward Street – Case Management Conference

The Municipality is providing an update on the status of the property at 65 Ward Street.

Background

In January 2025, the Municipality provided an update regarding the Motion for Leave to Appeal, filed by Southbridge, which was scheduled for review by a panel of the Courts in December 2024. This Motion was dismissed by the panel. For more information about this decision and other background information on this file, please review the Municipality’s full update.

Current Status

The Ontario Land...

Special Council Meeting for 2026 Budget – January 13 and 15, 2026

Council of the Municipality of Port Hope will hold a two-day Special Meeting beginning on January 13, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. and continuing on January 15, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. in Council Chambers, (Town Hall - 56 Queen Street), to review and discuss the staff proposed 2026 Municipal Budget. The proposed budget includes key investments in infrastructure, municipal services, and community development, as well as important measures to ensure fiscal responsibility.

The staff proposed budget documents and...

A Tribute For Former Councillor Jeff Lees

It is with deep sadness that we recognize the sudden passing of Jeff Lees, who previously served as a Councillor for the Municipality of Port Hope for an incredible 25 years.

Jeff was a devoted public servant as a Councillor and Deputy Mayor alongside four mayors, five CAOs and seven different councils. He brought unwavering dedication to the Council table, helping to shape many of the influential decisions that have contributed to the growth and vitality of our community.

“As a life-long...

Overnight Snow Removal

Residents and business owners are advised that Municipal road crews will be operating in the downtown core on Tuesday, December 30, to remove snow in the Heritage Business Improvement Area (HBIA) overnight and into the morning of Wednesday, December 31. This timeline has been identified to gain full access of the roadways while vehicles are off of the road, traffic is light, and the equipment can move freely to access the areas that require snow removal.

The following streets will be plowed...

Update on the Walton Street Watermain Break – December 29, 2025

At approximately 8:45 a.m. on December 28, 2025, a watermain break occurred at the northwest corner of the Walton Street Bridge over the Ganaraska River. Increased flows were observed by staff at 9:15 a.m., and subsequent calls from the public helped pinpoint the exact location of the break.

Municipal crews began isolating the affected area and adjusting valves to minimize impacts on local businesses/residents. Despite extremely challenging weather conditions, municipal staff and contractors...