Recreation News

Temporary Pool Closure

Update as of 6:00 p.m. - The pool is repaired and will be open as usual on Thursday, January 12, 2023. Thank you for your patience and understanding. 

Residents are advised that due to a mechanical issue, the 25m pool will be closed for the remainder of the night (Wednesday, January 11). Repairs are currently underway.

Some swim lessons have been moved to the therapy pool. Those participants in registered programs that will not run tonight have been contacted by staff.

Please check back here or on...

Recreation Facilities Closure - December 23, 2023

Residents are advised that due to the increasing weather conditions, the Town Park Recreation Centre and the Jack Burger Sports Complex will be closed for the remainder of the day. Staff are notifying registered program participants and user groups.

Inclement Weather Reminders

Environment Canada has issued a snowfall warning in our region for this afternoon through tonight. Snowfall accumulations of 15 to 20 cm are predicted, which will cause reduced visibility and blowing snow.

Winter Parking reminders

A reminder that there is no on-street parking permitted on snow routes from 2:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. This is in effect so that our snowplows can clear the streets safely, when required.

When the snow falls, snow clearing of the sidewalk outside your home is your...

Temporary Closure of the Lake Street Parking Lot

Residents are advised that the parking lot and the Waterfront Trail trailhead on Lake Street, will be closed from December 14 to 22, weather permitting. This closure is to prepare the area around the Chemtron Lagoon site, which is being remediated as part of the Port Hope Area Initiative. 

Waterfront Trail access is still available on Lake Street to the south of the parking area. Alternative parking is available at Gage’s Creek (beyond 100 Lake Street) and in the parking stalls at the corner of Hope...

Temporary Closure of the Town Park Recreation Centre

Residents are advised that the Town Park Recreation Centre will be closed for general access and inquiries December 6, 7, and 8, re-opening on December 9, 2022. This closure will accommodate gas lines, water, and electrical tie-ins as part of the Town Park Recreation Centre Expansion project.

Due to the temporary interruptions to facility utilities and access, some registered programs and rentals may be accommodated, relocated, or cancelled during the closure. Registered program participants and...