Public Notices

Ganny Weekend Road Closures and Parking Restrictions

Float Your Fanny Down the Ganny returns this weekend to the mighty Ganaraska River on Saturday, April 11, 2026. Please take note of the following impacts:

Road closures

Residents are advised of the following road closures on Saturday, April 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to accommodate the annual race.

• Barrett Street Bridge (closure begins Friday, April 10 at 8:00 a.m. until Saturday, April 11, at 6:00 p.m.)
• Barrett Street (from Cavan Street to Ontario Street)
• Maitland Street (from Ontario Street to...

Easter Holiday Closures

Residents are advised of the following impacts to services due to the upcoming Easter Holiday. 

Administrative building closures:

Municipal administrative buildings are closed on Friday, April 3 and Monday, April 6, 2026.

For urgent services related to water or roads, call 905-885-2431 and press * to reach our after-hours emergency line.

Transit service impacts:

Municipal Transit service will run on a modified schedule for the holiday weekend.

• Friday, April 3 - no transit service
• Saturday, April 4 -...

Special Council Meeting - April 2, 2026

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Thursday, April 2, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council will move into a closed session in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, to address the following matters:

• An update on litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or a local board (Section 239(2)(e); and advice that is subject to solicitor/client...

Tender Open and Preemptive Work Beginning for Toronto Road/Victoria Street South Project

The tender process is now open for the watermain upsizing along Toronto Road and reconstruction of Victoria Street South. The tender closes on April 9, 2026, with construction set to begin in spring 2026 and major work expected to be completed by November 2026. Once a contractor is in place, more details and timelines will be communicated to the public. In the meantime, residents can expect to see prep work and surveying being completed in the area.

Over the past two decades, new residential...

Tribute for Former Councillor John Bickle

With great sadness, the Municipality of Port Hope acknowledges the passing of former Councillor John Bickle who died on Monday, March 9, 2026.

A life-time resident of rural Port Hope, Mr. Bickle was a passionate advocate for agriculture and rural life. His commitment to public service spanned many years, including his tenure on Hope Township Council from 1997 to 2000, and later the Municipality of Port Hope Council from 2018 to 2022. In addition to his elected roles, Mr. Bickle also served on...