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Update on Court Proceeding for 65 Ward Street Property

The Municipality is providing an update on the status of the upcoming court proceeding concerning the property at 65 Ward Street.

Background

In December 2022, Municipal Council removed a Heritage Alteration Permit, previously granted to the property owner, Southbridge Care Homes (Southbridge) for 65 Ward Street, which would have allowed demolition of the property including identified heritage elements. This administrative action followed the denial of a Zoning By-law Amendment Application for the...

Port Hope Tourism Celebrates Dynamic 2024 Marketing Campaign

For Immediate Release
Monday, November 4, 2024 - Port Hope, ON

At a recent Council meeting, staff from the Economic Development division presented a report outlining the 2024 marketing campaign for Port Hope Tourism, titled “Close to Home, Far from Ordinary”. Launched in March of this year, this campaign has been attracting audiences by highlighting the unique experiences and distinctive charm that makes Port Hope a standout destination. As the holiday season approaches, here's how the campaign...

Municipality of Port Hope Announces the Departure of Chief Administrative Officer Candice White

For Immediate Release
Friday, November 1, 2024 – Port Hope, ON

Today, the Municipality of Port Hope is announcing that Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Candice White has advised Council of her resignation. Ms. White has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer for Skilled Trades Ontario, as announced today by the Province of Ontario. 

"This next chapter comes sooner than anticipated, but I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to lead the Municipality over the past year," said Ms. White. "Port...

Tax Sales

Take notice that tenders are invited for the purchase of lands described below and will be received until 3:00 p.m. local time on November 28, 2024, at the Port Hope Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope, ON. 

The tenders will then be opened in public on the same day, as soon as possible, after 3:00 p.m. at Town Hall. 

The Municipality can sell properties with two years of unpaid taxes. The tax sale process takes about a year to complete. In that year, the property owners have a chance to pay back...

Special Council Meeting – November 5, 2024

Residents are advised that a Special Meeting of Council will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

As part of Council’s ongoing professional development, and following the recent By-election and swearing in of a new member of Council, mid-term training on the Roles and Responsibilities of Council and Staff and other related matters is being provided to Council. This training will be presented by the Municipality’s Integrity Commissioner, John Mascarin, Aird & Berlis LLP.

This meeting...