PORT HOPE

ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY

The Municipality of Port Hope is nestled amongst the rolling hills of Northumberland County on the shores of Lake Ontario. It is located approximately 100 kilometers east of Toronto and 160 kilometers west of Kingston. Spanning 279 square kilometers, the Municipality is comprised of both rural and urban commu-nities, with a combined population of approximately 16,750. The rural portion of the Municipality is policed by the OPP and the urban portion, the PHPS. The Board is one of the few boards in the province providing civilian oversight of both a municipal police service and the OPP.

12,587 urban population*

According to *2016 Census data, the Municipality has experienced a 3.3% growth in population since 2011. The population continues to grow at a rate of approximately 0.5% annually. This is largely attributed to growth from the Greater Toronto Area as well as to the quiet appeal that the com-munity offers. The Municipality is equally populated with females (51.7%) and males (48.3%). The largest population demographic is 65-69. Over 60% of the population is between the ages of 15 and 65.

 7 community schools

The Municipality has four public elementary schools and one public high school all overseen by the Kawartha Pine Ridge District School Board. There is also one Roman Catholic elementary school, which is overseen by the Peterborough Victoria Northumberland and Clarington Catholic District School Board. There is also one private school that offers day programs or boarding for students in grades 5 through 12.

100,000 sq ft new industrial development or approved for the business park & new 80 room hotel

Industrial and manufacturing operations continue to expand in Port Hope. The municipal business park has witnessed new growth with a number of the lots within the park being developed for industry. Existing industries continue to grow and include plans to expand and continue hiring practices. Recently, Port Hope has witnessed a renaissance in filming with numerous television and movie companies completing projects.