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Heat Warning

Residents are advised that Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the area. Daytime highs through much of the week are expected to be 30 to 35 degrees Celsius with humidex values of 40 to 45.

A heat warning is issued when the daytime temperature is forecast to be 31°C or higher, with a minimum daytime low of 20°C or higher, for two consecutive days. A heat warning can also be issued when the humidex is forecast to be 40°C or higher for two consecutive days.

Municipal cooling centres

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Summer Aquatics and Program Registration

Registration for Summer Aquatics opens on June 17 at 7:00 a.m. and registration for Recreation and Culture Programs opens June 18 at 8:00 a.m. Connect, engage, and get active with swimming lessons, fitness classes, art and culture, children's programs and more. You can register:

• Online – It’s convenient and fast and you can avoid the lineups.
• In-person – We have staggered registration dates for a smoother registration process.
• By phone – Please don’t leave a voicemail as it won’t guarantee you a...

Water Meter Upgrade Program Underway

The Municipality of Port Hope has contracted Neptune Technology Group to upgrade water meters in the community. This is a mandatory program in accordance with By-law 66/2023. Currently, this program is servicing all businesses in Port Hope (large and small), including apartments, industrial, commercial, and institutional facilities.

The upgrade procedure is completely free and only requires an average of 30 to 90 minutes to complete, depending on the condition and complexity of the plumbing. The...

Darrell Toms Officially Sworn in as Ward 2 Councillor for the Municipality of Port Hope

At a Special Council Meeting held last night, newly elected Councillor Darrell Toms took the Oath of Office, officially joining Council for the Municipality of Port Hope, representing Ward 2.

“I am looking forward to working with my rural neighbours and being your voice on Council,” notes Councillor Toms, who was voted in by his constituents in the recent Ward 2 By-election held on June 6.

At the meeting, Councillor Toms gave a short address to the community where he thanked his supporters and...

Council and Public Meeting Cancelled - June 18

June 18 Council Meeting Cancelled and Public Meeting regarding Proposed Development Charges By-law postponed

Please note the following changes to the upcoming meeting schedule for the Municipality of Port Hope:

Council Meeting – June 18, 2024 – Cancelled:
Due to a lack of agenda items and inadvertent scheduling conflicts for Council members, the Council meeting scheduled for June 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The Committee of the Whole meeting, scheduled for Tuesday, June 25, 2024, will proceed as...