Public Notices

Family Day Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings will be closed and transit service unavailable on Monday, February 17, 2025, for the Family Day holiday. Municipal recreation facilities will remain open for the day. 

The Port Hope Public Library branches and the Hope Transfer Station will also be closed on February 17.

All the above municipal services will resume at their usual business hours on Tuesday, February 18, 2025.

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

Snowfall Warning - February 12 and 13, 2025

The Municipality of Port Hope is advising all residents to prepare for a Significant Snowfall Warning issued by the Government of Canada. The following details outline what to expect and how to stay safe:

Weather Overview and Timing

• Beginning this evening (February 12) and ending Thursday (February 13) afternoon. The heaviest snow is expected to fall overnight and into Thursday morning.
• Total snowfall amounts of 15 to 25 cm are expected.
• Peak snowfall rates of 2 to 4 cm per hour.
• Poor visibility in...

Deadline Approaching to Submit Civic Award Nominations

Residents are reminded that the deadline to submit a nomination for the Civic Awards program is only one month away, on March 6, 2025.

The Civic Awards Ceremony is an annual event hosted by the Municipality to recognize people and community organizations and groups for their outstanding achievements and contributions in Port Hope.

If you know a local citizen or community organization or group who has contributed their time, talents, and resources towards improving the quality of life in the...

Walton Street Parking Meters Installed

Parking meters have now been installed on Walton Street within the Phase 2 construction area, marking the return of metered parking in this section of downtown Port Hope.

Parking enforcement in this area will resume on Monday, February 3, 2025.

During the week of February 3, parking enforcement will include elements of education and reminders to support compliance. Please ensure you continue to pay for parking as required to avoid penalties.

The newly installed smart meters offer multiple...

Special Council Meeting – Tuesday, February 4, 2025

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 in order to consider items pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual including municipal or local board employees – Section 239(2)(b) – (Confidential Human Resources Matter and CAO Recruitment).

For questions, please email...