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Celebrate Canada Day in Port Hope: Full Schedule of Festivities Announced

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is gearing up for its annual Canada Day celebrations, bringing together a vibrant mix of new experiences and cherished traditions across the community. This year’s lineup once again offers a wide range of activities and events designed for all ages to enjoy.

“Each year on July 1, Canada Day offers a meaningful opportunity for our community to come together to connect, celebrate and reflect,” notes Mayor...

Jack Burger Sports Complex Pool Closure for Bi-Annual Maintenance

The pools and hot tub at the Jack Burger Sports Complex will be closed for bi-annual maintenance from June 22 to July 5, 2026.

Front desk staff will be available on-site from June 22 to 24 between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. The entire Jack Burger Sports Complex will then be fully closed from Thursday, June 25 through Sunday, July 5 to complete maintenance work across all areas. The facility, including all amenities, will reopen on Monday, July 6.

During the closure, staff remain available by phone or...

Municipality of Port Hope receives $158,200 from Jays Care Foundation Field of Dreams Grant Funding

For Immediate Release
Monday, June 8, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

At a Blue Jays watch party yesterday, Port Hope baseball fans, young athletes and community members received exciting news: the Municipality of Port Hope has been selected as a recipient of the 2026 Jays Care Foundation’s Field of Dreams grant, made possible by TD. The grant funding, a generous $158,200, will support the much-needed refurbishment of the Welcome Park baseball diamond.

“This is an incredible moment for Port Hope and our...

Downtown Street Closures to Accommodate Pride Parade – June 6, 2026

Northumberland Pride is hosting an all-ages event Downtown to celebrate Pride Month in Port Hope. This free event takes place in Memorial Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, June 6, 2026. To kick off the event, Northumberland Pride is hosting a parade through the Downtown at 9:30 a.m.

To accommodate the parade, the following road closures will be in effect from 9:15 a.m. to 10 a.m.:

• Walton Street (from Pine Street to Mill Street)
• Queen Street (from Walton Street to Augusta Street)
• Ontario...

Port Hope Celebrates Recreation and Parks Month and Seniors Month

Each June, communities across Ontario celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) and Seniors Month.

Recreation and Parks Month

JRPM is recognized by municipalities, community organizations, and schools as a way of promoting the benefits of being active and recognizing the contribution that recreation and parks make to quality of life. This initiative, launched by Parks and Recreation Ontario, reminds us that access to parks and recreation is a fundamental human need that helps foster...