Public Notices

A Statement from Mayor Sanderson on the Lions Park Woodlot

For the last number of months, misinformation about the remediation at Lions Recreation Centre Park (Lions Park) continues to circulate in our community. Whether you support the initiative or not, you need to have complete information based on facts. You are always encouraged to look for source information.
The following is a list of some of the key facts related to this project.

• FACT: The contamination in the soil at Lions Park is hazardous industrial waste.
  • The levels of waste found are well...

Walton Street Update

Phase 1 of the Walton Street reconstruction continues. Residents are advised of the following impacts and updates as the project progresses: 

• The intersection of Pine Street and Walton Street will be closed on Thursday, September 22 until the completion of the project.  
• Due to the intersection closure, the detour route has been changed. Please follow the detour routes marked on the roadways (Bramley Street South to Dorset Street West to Queen Street). 
• Transit Route A will also be affected by this...

Notice of Revision of the Voters List

TAKE NOTICE that the list of all persons entitled to be electors for the municipal elections in the Municipality of Port Hope has been prepared by the Office of the Municipal Clerk.

A person may check to see if their name is on the Voters’ List if they have reason to believe their information may be incorrect (for example, they have changed their name or their residence), or if they have recently moved to the Municipality of Port Hope. You may verify and check if you are on the Voters’ List by...

Flags Lowered to Honour the Passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II

It is with heavy hearts that we learn of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at the age of 96 years.

“The Municipality of Port Hope adds its condolences to those being offered by Canadians across the Country to King Charles III, the Queen Consort and the Royal Family at this time,” states Bob Sanderson, Mayor of the Municipality of Port Hope. “Her Majesty’s service to Canada was admirable and Her legacy will live on in our hearts and...

Back to School Safety Reminder

Many children are returning to school next week. Council, staff, and Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services want to remind everyone be prepared and stay safe. It is important to remember that traffic will be a little heavier on our streets as school buses and public transit are on regular routes, and more people are walking, cycling or driving to school. Here are a few tips to help with the transition.

1. Observe school zone speeds – Schools zones in Port Hope have reduced speed limits. Please obey...