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If you are new to the Municipality of Port Hope, you will need to hook up utilities for your property. Learn about each of our utility providers.

Water and sanitary services

The Municipality of Port Hope provides water and wastewater services for all properties. Learn how to pay your water bill and contact us if you have questions. 

Gas

Enbridge Gas Inc. is the natural gas provider for the Municipality of Port Hope. Enbridge Gas Inc. uses a 12-month forecast to determine their gas rate. This forecast is reviewed and updated on a regular basis and the rates are adjusted accordingly.

Hydro

If your property is in the urban area of the Municipality of Port Hope, Elexicon Energy is the electrical provider. Contact them to set up your electricity and pay your bill.

If your property is in the rural area of the Municipality of Port Hope, Hydro One is the electricity provider. Contact Hydro One to set up your electricity and pay your bill.

In the event of a power outage, it is important to be prepared and know what to do. 

Broadband in Northumberland Project

A transformative broadband expansion project is now underway, bringing fast, reliable internet to over 11,000 homes and businesses across Northumberland, including in the Rural Area of Port Hope. 

Northumberland County is delivering this project, in collaboration with the Federal government, the Provincial government and the private sector. For project details, including timelines, what to expect, FAQ's, and the Broadband project map, please refer to Northumberland County's website. 

Broadband project webpage

Axle Telecom is the Canadian-owned telecommunications company who will build the broadband network and provide internet services to residents and businesses. They are your main contact for the Northumberland Broadband Project for questions about your property.
You can contact Axle Telecom at 1-844-702-2848 or visit AxleTelecom.ca. 

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