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Commemorative Programs

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We are pleased to offer the following commemorative programs:

  • The Tree and Bench Program
  • Cenotaph Monogrammed Paver Stones
  • Athletic Wall of Honour
  • Avenue of Heroes

These programs are intended to honour special people within the community. Purchasers are eligible for a tax-deductible donation receipt.

Tree and Bench Program

Please note the waterfront and downtown core are currently at capacity for tree and bench donations. Locations are available along the Riverwalk and in a variety of municipal parks.

The Commemorative Tree and Bench program is offered through Cemetery and Parks operations. The donation of a tree or bench in honour of a person, organization, or event will enhance municipal greenspaces and the natural environment.

Tree donations include an engraved 6x12 inch grey granite stone to be placed below the tree.

Bench donations included an engraved 3x6 inch brass plaque to be mounted to the bench

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Make a Donation

Donation fees

Commemorative Tree (includes tree, planting, plaque, and maintenance): $700.00

Commemorative Bench (includes bench, installation, and plaque): $1700.00

Donation of a tree or bench is tax deductible.

Payment by cash or cheque only, to be made payable to the Municipality of Port Hope, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope, ON L1A 3Z9. Please note on cheque: tree/bench program.

To place an order, complete the request form or contact the Administrative Assistant at 905-885-8760 or email.

Cenotaph Monogrammed Paver Stones

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Paver Order Form

The Port Hope Cenotaph stands in the Municipality’s Memorial Park on Queen Street.

The revitalization of the Port Hope Cenotaph will continue to support the work of recognizing and honouring Veterans and current Armed Forces members. The Port Hope Branch of the Royal Canadian Legion was the main supporter of the revitalization of the Cenotaph, and the Municipality worked closely with them to complete this project.

The Municipality of Port Hope in partnership with the Legion Branch #30 are excited to launch a paver program for those that want to contribute to the project.

 Order a paver

Individual 8x8" stone pavers offer five lines of engraved lettering. Each line can accommodate up to eleven characters. Please note that letters, numbers, spaces, and punctuation are considered characters.

Cost of individual name paver is $100.00

To place an order, complete the order form or contact the Administrative Assistant at 905-885-8760 or email.

Payment by cash or cheque only, to be made payable to the Municipality of Port Hope, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope, ON L1A 3Z9. Please note on cheque: cenotaph paver program.

Athletic Wall of Honour

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. 

Wall of Honour Nominee Form

Sports Kiosk

The Wall of Honour features an interactive kiosk displaying local sports history through articles, photos and videos submitted by the community.

Sports Kiosk Submission Form

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Candidate criteria

Candidates for the Athletic Wall of Honour must meet the following criteria:

  • Candidates must have been born in Port Hope, have lived in the municipality for a minimum of two years, or participated in sports in Port Hope for two consecutive seasons.
  • Candidates must have achieved a significant career highlight as an athlete, official, supporter, etc. which brought honour to Port Hope.
  • Candidates must have demonstrated an outstanding level of achievement, or a single remarkable achievement of note.
  • Candidates must have participated in or been recognized for provincial, national or international achievements.

Avenue of Heroes - Veterans Banner Program

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 Banner Application Form

The Rotary Club of Port Hope and the Municipality of Port Hope are pleased to announce the Avenue of Heroes Veterans Banner Program. This will be an ongoing legacy project where veteran banners will be displayed on posts in downtown Port Hope between early October and November 12 each year as a means to pay tribute to our local veterans, deceased veterans and active service members. The banner program is free to participate in, although donations are much appreciated to offset the cost of the banner and brackets, which is $250.

Donations are only accepted through the Rotary Club of Port Hope.

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How to qualify 
Each specific service member must have a connection to the Port Hope area - they may be active or deceased. Application forms must be submitted with a high-resolution (minimum 300dpi) 5"x7" portrait-style photograph of the service member in uniform. All photos will be displayed in black and white. There will be a limited number of banners available on a first-come first-serve basis.
Application details 

Applications can be submitted online by completing the form below.

Applications must include a high-resolution (minimum 300dpi) 5"x7" portrait-style photograph of the service ember in uniform to be considered.

 

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