Public Notices

"Name That Snowplow" Returns for a Second Year

Last year, residents helped crown two winning snowplow names, ‘Plowie McPlowFace’ and ‘The Big Leplowski’, which quickly became familiar sights on local roads throughout the winter season. Following an overwhelming response to the inaugural contest, we are once again inviting the community to showcase its creativity, humour, and civic pride by helping name two snowplows for the upcoming winter season.

Submissions will be accepted until September 25 at engage.porthope.ca/name-that-plow, just in...

Labour Day Holiday Closures

A reminder to residents that municipal administrative buildings, the Hope Transfer Station, Transit Services, the Town Park Recreation Centre, the Jack Burger Sports Complex, and the Public Library branches will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026 for the Labour Day Holiday. 

All municipal services will resume at their usual business hours on Tuesday, September 8, 2026.

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

Notice of Voters' List and Voter Assistance Centres

TAKE NOTICE that the list of all persons entitled to be electors for the municipal elections in the Municipality of Port Hope has been prepared by the Office of the Municipal Clerk.

A person may check to see if their name is on the Voters’ List if they have reason to believe their information may be incorrect (for example, they have changed their name or their residence), or if they have recently moved to the Municipality of Port Hope. You may verify and check if you are on the Voters’ List by...

Hydrant Flushing Program

The Hydrant Maintenance Program will be underway on weekdays starting September 8 until October 23, 2026. This important upkeep ensures adequate water flow and pressure is available throughout the urban area of the community.

While the hydrant flushing is taking place in your area, avoid doing your laundry as water may be at lower pressure than normal and rust may occur. If you experience discoloured water, please flush a cold water tap for 5 to 10 minutes. If the discolouration continues, please...

Certified Candidates for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election

Notice is provided to the electors of the Municipality of Port Hope that the following candidates have filed all necessary papers, declarations, and fees, and the Clerk/Returning Officer is satisfied that their nominations meet the requirements of the Municipal Elections Act, 1996.

Certified list of candidates for the 2026 municipal and school board election (in alphabetical order by last name) OFFICE OF MAYOR

• Todd ATTRIDGE
• Angela GROGAN
• Olena HANKIVSKY
• David STAMBROOK
• Ian WEST

OFFICE OF COUNCILLOR –...