Public Notices

Port Hope Fair Parking Restrictions and Transit Interruptions

The annual Port Hope Fair is back from September 12 to 15, 2024. Residents are reminded of the following impacts:

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 12 at 8:00 a.m. to September 15 at 5:00 p.m. on the following streets:

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

West Beach Remediation Update

The PHAI remediation work at the Waterworks West site, which began in late 2022, has reached an exciting milestone for the community. To date, approximately 24,000m³ of soil has been successfully removed, and CNL is now able to return a portion of the site back for community use.

Just in time for Labour Day weekend, the parking lot and trail leading down to the beach will be open for public use starting at end of day on August 30, 2024. We kindly ask that users park in the designated parking lot to...

Labour Day Holiday Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings, the Hope Transfer Station, Transit Services, the Town Park Recreation Centre, and the Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2024 for the Labour Day Holiday. 

The Jack Burger Sports Complex will be open from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for adult and public swimming. 

All municipal services will resume at their usual business hours on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

For urgent services related to water, wastewater, or roads,...

Community Grant and Donation Program Applications

Applications are now open for the Community Grant and Donations Program. These programs are designed to assist non-profit community organizations and registered charities in Port Hope.

Community Grants

Community grants help non-profit organizations and registered charities fund local events, programs, and services. These applications are for $2,500 or more. If you are requesting a smaller amount, you will need to apply for a Donation. The deadline for this year’s application is Wednesday,...

Walton Street Reconstruction Community Update: Mid-block Crossing and Queen Street

The following is an update on the Walton Street Reconstruction project, including the status of the mid-block crossing and the proposed traffic lane reopening on Walton Street at Queen Street for one-way access.

Mid-block crossing update: Jazz Festival Weekend

This weekend – with the Jazz Festival taking place Downtown - a temporary mid-block crossing will be installed across Walton Street near Ontario Street from Friday evening through Monday morning to accommodate the increased pedestrian...