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Municipality of Port Hope to Welcome New Director of Development Services

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 – Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce the appointment of Desta McAdam as the new Director of Development Services, effective January 2, 2025.

In her new role, Ms. McAdam will provide strategic leadership for the Municipality’s Economic Development, Planning and Building divisions, guiding initiatives that promote sustainable growth, tourism, economic vitality, and thoughtful community development.

“I am both honoured and...

2023 Audited Financial Statements

Residents are advised that the 2023 Audited Financial Statements are now complete. Please contact our Finance Department by email for copies of the financial statements.

Walton Street Reopening Update

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that the reconstruction of Walton Street (Phase 2) is nearly complete.

The festivities planned for this weekend, including the Candlelight Walk, Block Friday: Moonlight Madness, and Santa Claus Parade will proceed as planned.

Crews will return next week to finish minor tasks and clean up the site. We are on track to reopen Walton Street to vehicle traffic by the end of the workday on Monday, December 2. At that time, John Street will also return...

Municipality of Port Hope brightens historic downtown main streets this holiday season

For Immediate Release
Friday, November 29 - Port Hope, ON

The Heart of the Experience receives My Main Street support to draw visitors and increase vibrancy in the Municipality of Port Hope.

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that our Downtown – The Heart of the Experience project was selected for the My Main Street Community Activator initiative and has received support to make a lasting impact on the vibrant, historic downtown of Port Hope. This support will allow the...

Candlelight Walk and Santa Claus Parade Updates and Reminders

As the 2024 Candlelight Festival kick-off weekend approaches, we kindly ask all residents and visitors to keep the following in mind:

Candlelight Walk

The Candlelight Walk takes place Friday, November 29. It will begin at Walton and Pine Streets (155 Walton St.) at 6:00 p.m. This year, the Candlelight Walk also celebrates the resilience of our community and downtown businesses during Phase 2 of the Walton Street reconstruction. The walk will mark the unofficial end of this phase, with only a few...