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2024 Holiday Events

The Municipality of Port Hope is ready to kick off the holidays with a variety of traditional experiences returning to mark the festive season. 

Candlelight Festival

The annual Candlelight Festival is a holiday experience that showcases the seasonal transformation of downtown Port Hope. Find that festive feeling in Port Hope with holiday shopping, dining, events, and festive décor from November 29, 2024 until January 2, 2025. 

Candlelight Walk, Light Display and Holiday Shopping 

The Candlelight...

Harcourt Street Closure – November 12, 2024

On Tuesday, November 12, 2024, starting at 8:00 a.m., our Wastewater Division will conduct sewer work on Harcourt Street. The street will be fully closed to through traffic from Ward Street to Hope Street North, allowing access only for local residents, who will be permitted in both directions. Once the work is completed and the road reopens at the end of the day, Harcourt Street will return to its regular one-way traffic flow. Residents on Harcourt Street have been notified of this closure via...

Update on Court Proceeding for 65 Ward Street Property

The Municipality is providing an update on the status of the upcoming court proceeding concerning the property at 65 Ward Street.

Background

In December 2022, Municipal Council removed a Heritage Alteration Permit, previously granted to the property owner, Southbridge Care Homes (Southbridge) for 65 Ward Street, which would have allowed demolition of the property including identified heritage elements. This administrative action followed the denial of a Zoning By-law Amendment Application for the...

Remembrance Day Closures

Facility Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings will be closed on Monday, November 11, 2024, in observance of Remembrance Day. 

For urgent services related to water, wastewater, or roads, call 905-885-2431 and press * to reach our after-hours emergency line.

Road Closures

Please note the following road closures will be in effect on November 11 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. to accommodate the Legion's Remembrance Day ceremony. 

• Queen Street (from Walton Street to Augusta...

Port Hope Tourism Celebrates Dynamic 2024 Marketing Campaign

For Immediate Release
Monday, November 4, 2024 - Port Hope, ON

At a recent Council meeting, staff from the Economic Development division presented a report outlining the 2024 marketing campaign for Port Hope Tourism, titled “Close to Home, Far from Ordinary”. Launched in March of this year, this campaign has been attracting audiences by highlighting the unique experiences and distinctive charm that makes Port Hope a standout destination. As the holiday season approaches, here's how the campaign...