Recreation Fee Assistance
The Municipality of Port Hope believes that everyone should have the chance to participate. Recreation Fee Assistance is available to residents of Port Hope. Through our fee assistance policy, we have established an eligibility criteria.
Recreation Fee Assistance Program Details
The maximum subsidy granted per person will not exceed $300.00 per year. Your subsidy can be applied to registered programs, day camps, drop-in programs, passes and 55+ membership. Review the eligibility requirements below and learn how to apply before you begin your application.
Eligibility Criteria |
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Port Hope families and individuals who either:
Current Low Income Cut-Off Rates as of April, 2025. For the most up-to-date chart, see Statistics Canada:
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Supporting Documentation |
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To qualify for the Recreation Fee Assistance program, you must submit copies of the following current documents. The following information is required to determine your eligibility: Proof of incomeYou must provide proof of income. See below for a list of qualifying documents:
Proof of residencyOnly residents within the Municipality of Port Hope qualify. See below for a list of qualifying documents:
Proof of identification
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How to apply and next steps |
See the below process for applying for the program. |
Fill out your application |
To access this support, complete the form below. You can apply online, or print your application and deliver in person. Please remember to submit your application and allow up to 5 business days for processing. Your application must be reviewed and approved before you can register for any programs, so be sure to complete it ahead of busy registration periods. Online Recreation Fee Assistance Application Printable Recreation Fee Assistance Application Printed applications can be delivered to any of the below recreation facilities during regular business hours: |
Submit your supporting documents |
If you submitted an online application, you will be prompted to submit your supporting documents following your submission by email (an email will be sent to you, or you can email the Supervisor of Recreation and Culture). If you would prefer to provide printed supporting documents, they can be delivered to any of the below recreation facilities during regular business hours: If you are submitting your application in person, please include the supporting documents with your printed PDF application. |
Await your notification |
After submitting your application, please allow up to 5 business days for processing. Our staff will reach out to inform you whether your application has been approved. |
Apply your credit |
If your application is approved, your credit will be applied to your Recreation Account (Activenet). You can then use this credit towards registered programs, day camps, drop-in programs, passes and 55+ membership. |
Still have questions? For more information, to check the status of your application, or request a copy of our Recreation Program Subsidy Assistance Policy, please contact the Supervisor, Recreation and Culture.
Additional Assistance Programs
Outside of our Recreation Fee Assistance Program, other community programs are available to you.
Additional Assistance Programs |
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