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Community Engagement Opportunity for 41 Young Street

The Municipality of Port Hope is inviting residents to learn more about the future of the municipally owned property located at 41 Young Street and to take part in the community engagement process.

The property is currently designated as parkland in the Official Plan and zoned as ‘Open Space’. Council has identified the need to increase affordable housing options in Port Hope and has directed staff to explore whether this site could contribute to meeting that need.

The land was recently...

Transit Service Disruption - Route A

Due to work happening in the area, transit stop A32 will not be in service tomorrow (Thursday, May 7, 2026) from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Please use an alternate stop to access the A Route during this time. Thank you for your understanding. 

2026-05-06

Emergency Preparedness Week

Be Prepared. Know your Risks.

Natural disasters may be beyond our control, but there are ways to reduce the risk and the impact of whatever emergency we might face.

Emergency Preparedness Week (May 3 to 9, 2026) encourages Canadians to take concrete actions to be better prepared to protect themselves and their families during emergencies. This special week is a national effort lead by Public Safety Canada, provincial and territorial emergency management organizations, Indigenous organizations,...

Municipality of Port Hope Honours Community at Annual Civic Awards Ceremony

For Immediate Release
Friday, May 1, 2026 - Port Hope, ON

Last night at the historic Capitol Theatre in Port Hope, the Municipality hosted its annual Civic Awards ceremony, recognizing outstanding residents whose service and dedication continue to strengthen the community.

“Port Hope is made stronger by the passion and generosity of its residents, and the Civic Awards provide an important opportunity to recognize those who go above and beyond to make a meaningful difference,” said Olena Hankivsky,...

Municipal Election Nomination Period Now Open

The nomination period for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election is now open.

Candidate Information Packages are available at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

To qualify as a candidate, you must be:

• A Canadian citizen;
• At least 18 years old;
• A resident in the Municipality of Port Hope, or;
• A non-resident of the Municipality of Port Hope and you or your spouse own or rent property in the municipality;
• Not legally prohibited from voting; and
• Not disqualified by any legislation from holding...