Public Notices

Express Transit to Cobourg Currently Unavailable

Residents are advised that the Express Cobourg Shuttle Bus is currently out of service due to mechanical issues. We are working to resolve this issue as soon as possible, thank you for your patience. 

2021-12-09

New Dual Stream System at the Hope Transfer Station

Rural residents are advised of the new recycling changes taking place on Monday, December 6, 2021 at the Hope Transfer Station. The facility is switching to a new dual stream system. This means, residents will need to sort their recycling loose into two categories: Papers and Containers.

There will be recycling bins on site for residents to pick up at no charge. These bins will assist residents in sorting their recycling at home for easy drop-off at the transfer site. Residents will need to...

Emergency Alert System Testing

Residents are advised that on November 24, 2021, Fire and Emergency Services will be testing its emergency alert system as part of an annual training exercise. During this test you may receive a phone message advising of the test. No actions are required from the public or local businesses. Should you have any questions, please contact Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services by email or by phone at 905-753-2230.

2021-11-23

Santa Claus Parade Road Closure and Parking Restrictions

The traditional Santa Claus Parade is returning to Port Hope on Saturday, November 27, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. with COVID-19 protocols in effect.

Road closures

Residents are advised of the following road closures from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 27, 2021 to accommodate the annual Santa Claus Parade.

• Ridout Street and Walton Street from Toronto Road to Mill Street
• Queen street from Walton Street to Robertson Street
• Augusta Street from Queen Street to Elias Street

Parking restrictions

Winter Recreation – Session 1A

Registration for Session 1A of our winter recreation programs is underway until November 24, 2021. You can register online, over the phone or in person for swimming lessons, fitness classes, children’s programs and more. For detailed registration information, visit our registration page.

Session 1A programming runs from November 27, 2021 to January 16, 2022 and Session 1A aquatics programming runs from November 27, 2021 to February 13, 2022.

Reminder that COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, and proof...