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Bus Stop at Hillcrest Drive and Toronto Road Out of Service

Update 9/3/26: Bus Stop A13 (Hillcrest Drive and Toronto Road) will be back in service beginning Tuesday, September 8, 2026. Thank you for your patience! 

Please be advised that bus stop A13, located at Hillcrest Drive and Toronto Road, is temporarily out of service until further notice due to the Toronto Road construction project.

We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience and understanding while construction is underway.

For transit updates and alternative stop information,...

Labour Day Holiday Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings, the Hope Transfer Station, Transit Services, the Town Park Recreation Centre, the Jack Burger Sports Complex, and the Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for the Labour Day Holiday. 

All municipal services will resume at their usual business hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

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

‘Meet the Candidates’ Web Page Launched Ahead of Upcoming 2026 Municipal Election

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, September 2, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

The municipal election is approaching and the Municipality of Port Hope has launched a ‘Meet the Candidates’ web page to help electors find out more about the candidates running in the 2026 municipal election.

“The ‘Meet the Candidates’ web page continues to be an important resource for electors seeking information about the individuals running for municipal office,” says Shrishma Davé, Municipal Clerk and Returning Officer. “We...

Notice of Voters' List and Voter Assistance Centres

TAKE NOTICE that the list of all persons entitled to be electors for the municipal elections in the Municipality of Port Hope has been prepared by the Office of the Municipal Clerk.

A person may check to see if their name is on the Voters’ List if they have reason to believe their information may be incorrect (for example, they have changed their name or their residence), or if they have recently moved to the Municipality of Port Hope. You may verify and check if you are on the Voters’ List by...

Hydrant Flushing Program

The Hydrant Maintenance Program will be underway on weekdays starting September 8 until October 23, 2026. This important upkeep ensures adequate water flow and pressure is available throughout the urban area of the community.

While the hydrant flushing is taking place in your area, avoid doing your laundry as water may be at lower pressure than normal and rust may occur. If you experience discoloured water, please flush a cold water tap for 5 to 10 minutes. If the discolouration continues, please...