Recreation News

COVID-19 Community Update 25

In response to recent trends that show a rapid increase in COVID-19 hospitalizations, the Province of Ontario will be returning to a modified Step Two of its Roadmap to Reopen on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. This includes temporary closures of public spaces within the municipality.

Recreational programs and facilities

All indoor recreation programs and activities are now cancelled. The Jack Burger Sports Complex and the Town Park Recreation Centre will be closed until the end of the provincial order...

New Plaques on Athletic Wall of Honour Unveiled

In a small ceremony on November 18, 2021, the Municipality of Port Hope, in partnership with the PRC Advisory Committee unveiled the new honourees to the Athletic Wall of Honour. The Athletic Wall of Honour, located at the Jack Burger Sports Complex, is a community-driven initiative that celebrates the achievements of local athletes by preserving the stories and histories of sport in Port Hope.

“We have many talented residents in Port Hope” notes Julia Snoek, Director, Parks, Recreation and...

Winter Recreation – Session 1A

Registration for Session 1A of our winter recreation programs is underway until November 24, 2021. You can register online, over the phone or in person for swimming lessons, fitness classes, children’s programs and more. For detailed registration information, visit our registration page.

Session 1A programming runs from November 27, 2021 to January 16, 2022 and Session 1A aquatics programming runs from November 27, 2021 to February 13, 2022.

Reminder that COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions, and proof...

Fall Recreation - Session 2

Registration for Session 2 of our Fall Recreation Programs is underway until October 20, 2021 for another five weeks of fitness and children and youth programming. Session 2 runs from October 25 to November 28. For registration information, visit our Registration page.  

Note: There is no swimming registration in this session, as the programming is still ongoing. Reminder that COVID-19 guidelines, restrictions, and proof of vaccination mandates are in place for all of our indoor recreation...

Rotary Centennial Project Consultation

In September of 2020, staff was approached by members of the Rotary Club of Port Hope outlining the desire to complete a substantial project for their upcoming 100th anniversary in 2022. Rotary will enhance the fish ladder park area. The goal is to create a unique focal point for both visitors and residents to enjoy, while recognizing the significant contributions of Rotary in the community.

The concept proposal and scope include the removal some of the downed trees and invasive species...