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Easter Holiday Closures

Residents are advised of the following impacts to services due to the upcoming Easter Holiday. 

Administrative building closures:

Municipal administrative buildings are closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, 2026.

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

Transit service impacts:

Municipal Transit service will run on a modified schedule for the holiday weekend.

• Friday, April 3 - no transit service
• Saturday, April 4 -...

Port Hope Police Service Board Extends Contract of Chief Tim Farquharson to March 2030

This media release is being circulated on behalf of the Port Hope Police Services Board:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Tuesday, March 31, 2026

The Port Hope Police Service Board is pleased to announce the extension of Tim Farquharson’s contract as Chief of Police, extending his leadership through March 2030.

As part of its continued commitment to strong, community-focused policing, the Board formally approved the extension in recognition of Chief Farquharson’s leadership and the positive impact he has had...

Special Council Meeting - April 2, 2026

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council will move into a closed session in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, to address the following matters:

• An update on litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or a local board (Section 239(2)(e); and advice that is subject to solicitor/client...

Tender Open and Preemptive Work Beginning for Toronto Road/Victoria Street South Project

The tender process is now open for the watermain upsizing along Toronto Road and reconstruction of Victoria Street South. The tender closes on April 9, 2026, with construction set to begin in spring 2026 and major work expected to be completed by November 2026. Once a contractor is in place, more details and timelines will be communicated to the public. In the meantime, residents can expect to see prep work and surveying being completed in the area.

Over the past two decades, new residential...

Council Adopts Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity Strategy with Anti‑Oppression Framework and Policy

For Immediate Release
Friday, March 20, 2026 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that Council has formally adopted its Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity (EDI) Strategy with an Anti‑Oppression Framework and EDI Policy. This marks an important milestone in the Municipality’s ongoing commitment to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable community.

The newly adopted Strategy, Framework, and Policy together provide a foundational roadmap to guide municipal...