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Parking Updates and Support During the Walton Street Reconstruction

The Municipality of Port Hope acknowledges the challenges that residents, businesses, and visitors have experienced during the current phase of the Walton Street reconstruction project—particularly with respect to parking access and availability.

We recognize that the temporary loss of access to private driveways and parking lots has caused considerable inconvenience, especially for those with specific mobility needs or loading/unloading requirements. We sincerely appreciate your patience and...

Full Restoration of Port Hope Transit Services

The Municipality of Port Hope is pleased to announce that all Port Hope Transit routes, including the Cobourg connection, are now fully operational. A bus that was previously out of service due to mechanical issues has been successfully repaired and returned to service.

We recognize the inconvenience caused by the recent service disruptions and thank our residents and transit users for their patience and understanding during this time.

Looking Ahead: Fleet Renewal Underway

As part of our ongoing...

Special Council Meeting – May 13, 2025

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 in order to consider items pertaining to a proposed or pending acquisition or disposition of land by the municipality or local board - Section 239(2)(c) (Potential Disposal of Municipal Property); litigation or potential litigation, including matters...

Special Council Meeting – Tuesday, May 6, 2025

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, May 6, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 in order to consider an item pertaining to personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees - Section 239(2)(b) and advice that is subject to solicitor/client privilege, including communications necessary...

Ontario Land Tribunal Decision on 3852 Ganaraska Road Development Proposal

Following a three-day hearing held in September 2024, the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) issued a decision on April 14, 2025, regarding an appeal by Snow Owl Woods Holdings Inc. (also known as Mistral Land Development Inc.). The appeal related to two applications: a Zoning By-law Amendment and a Draft Plan of Subdivision, which sought approval to develop a residential subdivision at 3852 Ganaraska Road.

On April 24, 2025, the Tribunal issued a corrected version of the decision from April 14, to...