COVID-19
All building and facilities are open, and services can be accessed in-person, online, over the phone, and by appointment, where possible.
The Municipality's response
The health and wellbeing of residents and staff continues to be the Municipality’s highest priority. As the COVID-19 outbreak continues to evolve, we are collaborating and sharing information and resources with community partners to ensure preparedness. We are also regularly assessing operations and implementing measures, where required, to protect the health and well-being of the community.
The Municipality's COVID-19 communications strategy |
We have streamlined our COVID-19 communications strategy. This will address resident expectations of the Municipality’s approach to COVID-19 response and public reporting. We will issue statements regarding COVID-19 if / when:
We will continue to take advice and direction from the Haliburton, Kawartha, Pineridge, District Health Unit staff on all matters related to COVID-19. The Health Unit staff are responsible for contact tracing and for notifying anyone who they deem a close contact of someone who tests positive for COVID-19. The Municipality will not report these findings, unless asked to do so by the Health Unit. |
Municipal updates |
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Vaccination information
The Haliburton, Kawartha, Pine Ridge District Health Unit is managing the vaccination roll-out in Northumberland County, which includes Port Hope.
Click here for vaccination details
What's open |
Port Hope beachesMunicipal beaches are not restricted. For seasonal closures, please visit our Beaches page.
Dog parkThe Baulch Road Dog Park is open.
Sports fields and amenitiesSport and recreation fields and amenities, including soccer pitches, baseball diamonds, and the fitness park are open. Outdoor fitness, personal training, and sports training are allowed. Benches, Gazebos, Picnic Areas and Picnic TablesMunicipal benches, gazebos and picnic areas are open.
Skate ParkThe Municipal Skate Park is not restricted. For seasonal closures, please visit our Parks and Playgrounds page. Outdoor CourtsMunicipal tennis, pickleball, and basketball courts are currently open. Lights will not be available.
Playground StructuresPlay structures are open. For seasonal closures, please visit our Parks and Playgrounds page.
Municipal TrailsMunicipal trails are currently open. Fishing and Access to the RiverAccess to the River is open. Please refer to the Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry or the Ganaraska Region Conservation Authority for fishing regulations. TransitMunicipal transit remains operational.
LibraryThe Mary J. Benson Branch (31 Queen Street) of the Port Hope Public Library is open. Visit the Library website for details. Municipal buildingsMunicipal administrative buildings are open for in-person service. Residents are still encouraged to continue accessing services online and by appointment with staff, where possible. ArenaThe arena at the Jack Burger Sports Complex is open.
ProgramsIn-person programming and recreation programs are currently running. Please check the recreation page for future updates. SwimmingSwimming at the Jack Burger Sports Complex is now running. Visit the recreation page for future updates. ParkingPay parking lots and meters are available throughout the downtown. |
Public complaints/concerns |
If you have concerns that a business or service is still open when it should not be, do one of the following: Call the Health Unit at 1-866-888-4577, ext. 5006, if your complaint involves any of the following businesses/services:
For any other type of business, report your concerns to your local police service using the non-emergency number. Do not call 911. |
Employee concerns |
If you have COVID-19 concerns or questions about your workplace, you should call the Ministry of Labour Health and Safety Contact Centre at 1-877-202-0008. |
Landlord/tenant issues |
Contact the Landlord Tenant Board at 1-888-332-3234. |