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Discover the Municipality of Port Hope’s 2024 Year in Review

For Immediate Release
Friday, March 21, 2025 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the launch of its 2024 Year in Review webpage, now available for public viewing. This digital platform highlights the Municipality's key achievements and initiatives throughout the past year, showcasing the dedication and hard work of our staff across various departments.

The 2024 Year in Review is organized by department, offering an easy-to-navigate format for users to explore...

Important Upcoming Dates for the Walton Street Reconstruction (Phase 3)

Last month, the Municipality of Port Hope awarded the contract for the next phase of the Walton Street Reconstruction Project to Behan Construction. Since then, staff have been working with the contractor to determine the construction schedule. The focus for this final phase is to replace Walton Street infrastructure from just west of Cavan Street to Pine Street.

Details have been confirmed, and important updates are provided below. Staff have been visiting downtown businesses and residences in...

Filming Downtown – March 24, 2025

Residents are advised that a small film crew will be in the downtown area on Monday, March 24, from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. to shoot scenes for an upcoming holiday movie, “Once Upon a Christmas Crown”.

Filming will occur inside and outside of 57 Walton Street (G Facey Clothing) and on the sidewalk in front of 8 – 12 Queen Street. Set dressing and take-down will occur on the same day of shooting and will involve fake snow and Christmas decorations.

Impacts will be minor, but include the following:

Tree Removal at Town Hall

The Municipality of Port Hope is committed to the responsible care and management of our urban trees. As part of our annual review and maintenance program, municipal staff—under the guidance of a certified Arborist—regularly assess the health and stability of trees on municipal properties, including those near Town Hall.

Following recent pruning efforts, our team has identified the Butternut tree located on the north side of the front lawn at Town Hall as a significant safety concern. The tree...

Float Your Fanny - Call for Participants

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, March 12, 2025 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope and the Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny Committee proudly announce the annual call for participants for this year’s event, set for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Racers of all interest levels can take part in one of three exciting categories.

“This cherished annual event is a defining tradition of Port Hope, drawing participants and spectators from near and far,” says Olena Hankivsky, Mayor of the Municipality...