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Winter Recreation and Aquatics Registration

Registration for Aquatics opens on Monday, October 28, at 7:00 a.m. and registration for recreation and fitness programs opens on Tuesday, October 29, at 8:00 a.m. You can register:

1. Online – It’s convenient and fast and you can avoid the lineups. 
2. In-person – We have staggered registration dates for a smoother registration process. 
3. By phone – Please don’t leave a voicemail as it won’t guarantee you a spot.

Registration days are usually very busy. Thank you in advance for your patience!

For program and...

Property Standards By-law to be Considered for Final Approval

Residents are advised that the updated Property Standards By-law was presented to Members of Council at the Committee of the Whole meeting on October 22, 2024. This By-law sets important regulations for property upkeep, ensuring safety, and aesthetics throughout the community.

The review of the Property Standards By-law began in early 2024 and included a thorough community engagement process. Residents, stakeholders, and committees of Council were invited to share their feedback and suggestions....

Review of Procedural By-law

The Municipality of Port Hope is reviewing its Procedural By-law, which governs how Council meetings are conducted to ensure transparency, accountability, and effectiveness in decision-making. One year after the updated By-law was implemented, we are seeking community feedback to help determine if further refinements are needed.

We invite residents to review the current Procedural By-law and share their comments and suggestions. Your input is important in helping us shape the future of Council's...

Special Council Meeting – October 22, 2024

Update 10/22/24 at 3:00 p.m.

Please note: This Special Council Meeting has been cancelled due to a lack of forecasted agenda items. As per the procedure by-law, the Clerk, in consultation with the CAO, may cancel meetings when no agenda items are anticipated. 

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 22, 2024 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...

Port Hope Police Services Board Welcomes Two New Appointees

This media release is being issued on behalf of the Port Hope Police Services Board

The Port Hope Police Services Board is pleased to announce the filling of its two vacancies with the appointments of Jason Wooland, as a Provincial appointee, and Connie Flewitt, as a municipal appointee.

About Jason Wooland

Jason Wooland is a nuclear energy executive with 25 years of experience in progressive leadership roles. Beginning in nuclear operations at the Pickering A generating station, he is currently...