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Annual Emergency Exercise Takes Place December 1

Residents are advised that the Municipality of Port Hope will be participating in an emergency exercise on Thursday, December 1, 2022, to practice emergency management protocols, train staff and test emergency systems. The exercise will be taking place adjacent to the Cameco facility near the intersection of Choate Street and Marsh Street.

Municipal staff will be working alongside community partners including the Port Hope Police Service, Ontario Provincial Police, Ambulance and Paramedic...

Special Council Meeting - December 5

Residents are advised that a Special Meeting of Council will be held on Monday, December 5, 2022, at 9:00 a.m. for Council education and orientation for the 2022-2026 term.

At the meeting, Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, and participate in an orientation session on the role of council, role of staff, department structures, and other information related to the onboarding of the new council.

For more information, visit the Council web page. 

Mayor Elevates Concerns to Premier Ford Regarding Bill 23

On Monday, November 28, 2022, the Provincial government passed Bill 23, More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 in the Ontario Legislature. Municipality of Port Hope Mayor Olena Hankivsky expressed official opposition to the Bill in a letter to Premier Ford, voicing deep concerns.

In her letter, Mayor Hankivsky points to concerns specific to Port Hope and the significant impacts that Bill 23 will have on the community, including:

• The inability to leverage the expertise of our local conservation...

Media Advisory: Athletic Wall of Honour Plaques unveiled in Special Ceremony

MEDIA ADVISORY Tuesday, November 22, 2022 - Port Hope, ON

Join us as we honour the nominees of the Athletic Wall of Honour and unveil their plaques in a special ceremony on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.

The Athletic Wall of Honour, located at the Jack Burger Sports Complex, is a community-driven initiative that celebrates the achievements of local athletes by preserving the stories and histories of sport in Port Hope.

Photo opportunity will be available.

Who: Municipality of Port Hope

Festive Events and Activities Planned this Holiday Season in the Municipality of Port Hope

The Municipality of Port Hope is ready to kick off the holidays with a variety of traditional experiences returning to mark the festive season.

Candlelight Festival

The annual Candlelight Festival is a holiday experience that showcases the seasonal transformation of downtown Port Hope.

Candlelight walk and holiday light display

The Candlelight Festival Walk takes place Friday, November 25. It will begin at Walton and Pine Streets (155 Walton St.) at 6:00 p.m.

Participants are invited to bring their...