Public Notices

Special Council Meeting – October 2, 2024

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, October 2, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council and members of the public will be provided with information related to the proposed change to the Port Hope Area Initiative (PHAI) Cleanup Criterion for arsenic. Representatives from Canadian Nuclear Laboratories will give a presentation offering a high-level overview of the Human Health and Ecological Risk Assessment...

Celebrate Culture Days with Free Activities

Culture Days is an annual cross-country celebration of arts and culture, that runs from September 20 through October 13, 2024. Each year, we are proud to host hands-on activities, events, and workshops, that allow our residents to discover and deepen their appreciation of arts, culture, and creativity. We want to build on last year’s success, when collectively over 500 communities across the county came together to host more than 2,000 events, drawing a record-breaking 4.4 million attendees—11%...

Notice of Public Meeting for Development Charges - October 8, 2024

On Tuesday, October 8, 2024 the Council of the Municipality of Port Hope will hold a public meeting, pursuant to section 12 of the Development Charges Act, 1997, as amended, to present and obtain public input on the municipality’s proposed development charges (D.C.) bylaw and underlying background study.

All interested parties are invited to attend the Public Meeting of Council and any person who attends the meeting may make representations relating to the proposed D.C. by-law and background...

West Beach Remediation Update

The PHAI remediation work at the Waterworks West site, which began in late 2022, has reached an exciting milestone for the community. To date, approximately 24,000m³ of soil has been successfully removed, and CNL is now able to return a portion of the site back for community use.

Just in time for Labour Day weekend, the parking lot and trail leading down to the beach will be open for public use starting at end of day on August 30, 2024. We kindly ask that users park in the designated parking lot to...

Community Grant and Donation Program Applications

Applications are now open for the Community Grant and Donations Program. These programs are designed to assist non-profit community organizations and registered charities in Port Hope.

Community Grants

Community grants help non-profit organizations and registered charities fund local events, programs, and services. These applications are for $2,500 or more. If you are requesting a smaller amount, you will need to apply for a Donation. The deadline for this year’s application is Wednesday,...