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‘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...

Certified Candidates for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

Notice is provided to the electors of the Municipality of Port Hope that the following candidates have filed all necessary papers, declarations, and fees, and the Clerk/Returning Officer is satisfied that their nominations meet the requirements of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

Certified list of candidates for the 2026 municipal and school board election (in alphabetical order by last name) OFFICE OF MAYOR

• Todd ATTRIDGE
• Angela GROGAN
• Olena HANKIVSKY
• David STAMBROOK
• Ian WEST

OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR –...

Filming Activities – August 26 and 27, 2026

Shaftesbury Murdoch XIX Inc. will be in town next week filming scenes for an upcoming episode of Murdoch Mysteries. Filming will take place on John Street, Elias Street and Baldwin Street.

August 24 and 25

Film crews will be set dressing John Street with various era-appropriate signs and store fronts.

August 26

John Street (between Walton Street and Augusta Street) will be closed at approximately 5:00 a.m. and will remain closed overnight.

August 27

Filming will take place on John Street, Lent Lane...