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Significant Weather Event Declared – January 15, 2026

For Immediate Release
Thursday, January 15, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope has declared a Significant Weather Event due to heavy snowfall and blowing winds, as defined within the Minimum Maintenance Standards Regulation Ont 239/02. Conditions are expected to continue throughout the day.

Environment Canada and local authorities are advising all to avoid any non-essential travel until conditions improve. During the Significant Weather Event, motorists, pedestrians, and residents...

Important Transit Alert

Update 9:00 a.m.: Transit Services are no longer running due to weather and road conditions. This will be reassessed this afternoon. Stay tuned for updates.  Transit service is currently running; however, riders should expect delays due to the weather conditions. Please note that Bus Stops A23, A25, A26, and A27 are temporarily out of service. We’ll continue to share updates as they become available. Stay safe and thank you for your patience. 2026-01-15

Initial Project Description submitted for New Nuclear project at Wesleyville Site in Port Hope

The Municipality of Port Hope is sharing that Ontario Power Generation (OPG) has submitted its Initial Project Description (IPD) for the proposed New Nuclear project at the Wesleyville site in Port Hope to the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada (IAAC). The IPD and its summaries are now available on the IAAC website for public review and comment.

This submission marks an important regulatory milestone and the first step in the federal impact assessment process. The Impact Assessment process, led...

Watermain Break – Victoria Street South

Please be advised that Victoria Street South, from Strachan Street to Sherbourne Street, is closed on January 12, 2026, as we address a watermain break in the area. Local traffic will have access to their properties but please avoid the area, if possible.

Some customers may experience low water pressure, and localized water shut-offs may be necessary to complete repairs. Crews are on-site working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. We anticipate the work to be completed, and the road...

Port Hope Highlights 2025 Achievements in Year-in-Review

For Immediate Release
Friday, January 9, 2026 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is excited to unveil its 2025 Year in Review, now live on our website. This interactive digital feature celebrates the milestones, projects, and initiatives that shaped our community over the past year, highlighting the dedication and innovation of our municipal team.

The 2025 Year in Review offers a streamlined, department-by-department look at the work that keeps Port Hope thriving. From major...