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Heat Warning: Municipal Cooling Centres

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 31°C to 36°C with humidex values of 38°C t0 46°C. The extreme heat alert is forecasted to dissipate beginning Saturday, July 4.

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...

Canada Day Closures

Residents are reminded that municipal administrative buildings, municipal transit services, recreation facilities, the Port Hope Public Library branches, and the Hope Transfer Station will be closed on Wednesday, July 1, 2026 for the Canada Day holiday. All municipal staff services will resume at their usual operating hours on Thursday, July 2, 2026. 

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

Residents are also...

Canada Day Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

Canada Day is fast approaching and residents are advised of the following impacts to accommodate this year's celebrations. 

Road Closures

The parade returns to its traditional route along Walton Street to Queen Street. Please note that staging has been modified this year due to the Victoria Street reconstruction, with the parade beginning at the intersection of Ridout Street and Julia Street. Residents are advised of the following road closures from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 1,...

Walton Street Bridge - Temporary Closure

The Walton Street bridge (from Mill Street South to Queen Street) will be closed on Monday, June 29 to allow for repairs to the road cuts on both sides of the bridge (weather permitting). These repairs are related to the watermain break that occurred in December.

Please note that additional work will be required in the future as we plan for the long-term repair of the watermain located beneath the bridge and river.

Transit Impacts

Transit Services will re-route around this closure. As a result,...

Port Hope Adopts Wildland Fire Management Plan to Strengthen Community Safety and Preparedness

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope has adopted a new Municipal Wildland Fire Management Plan, marking a significant step forward in protecting the community from the growing risk of wildland fires.

Developed by Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services (PHFES) with funding support from Hydro One’s Energizing Life Community Fund, the plan reflects a collaborative effort with the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry, Ganaraska Region...