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COVID-19 - Update 16

COVID-19 - Update 16 For Immediate Release Monday, September 28, 2020 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality continues to monitor the COVID-19 pandemic and staff meet regularly to assess operations, provide updates on COVID impacts, and discuss ongoing planning and response measures. The Municipal Emergency Control Group is still active and continues to work with all partners regarding the COVID-19 response.

Provincial guidelines for private gatherings

On Saturday, September 19, 2020, the Provincial Government...

British Home Child Day Proclamation

British Home Child Day

Council Proclaims September 28 as British Home Child Day in the Municipality of Port Hope

Town Hall clock tower to be lit up with coloured lights in recognition of those affected by the former child migrant program

For Immediate Release Tuesday, September 22, 2020 - Port Hope, ON

The Municipality of Port Hope has proclaimed September 28, 2020 as British Home Child Day in the Municipality of Port Hope, to acknowledge and bring attention to those local descendants who...

Port Hope Fire Receives Project Assist Grant

Enbridge Gas Assists Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services in Supporting Firefighter Training

Enbridge Gas is helping Port Hope Fire and Emergency Services purchase firefighting training materials, through Project Assist–a program that supplements existing training for Ontario volunteer and composite fire departments in the communities where Enbridge operates.

“At Enbridge Gas, safety is our priority. We’re proud to support Ontario firefighters who share our commitment to keeping our communities...

Splash pad closed for 2020 season

Please note that the splash pad at Wladyka Park-closed for the Season on October 2, 2020. 

September 15 Council Meeting Highlights

Below is a summary of key items discussed at the Municipality of Port Hope regular Council Meeting held on Tuesday, September 15, 2020. The full agenda and staff reports are available on the Council Portal. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this meeting was held electronically via video conference.

Commitment to anti-racism and anti-oppression

Council received correspondence from the Council of the Municipality of West Grey condemning the unjust treatment, oppression, and racism against those who identify...