Port Hope Police – Ganaraska River Restrictions

In Police Blotter

As a result of the access to the Ganaraska River restrictions Port Hope Police continue to enforce the Municipal By-Law placed into effect by Port Hope Council. Since September 1st Port Hope Police officers have conducted 114.5 hours of patrols along the river and have issued 61 by-law infractions.

There have been 5 charges laid under the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act, 87 By-law complaints and officers have issued a number of warnings.

The access to the river restrictions which effect the Fish Ladder south to the River’s mouth are in place until mid-October at which time Port Hope Council will revisit the issue.

Pete Fisher
Author: Pete Fisher

Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love

Join Our Newsletter!

Want to keep up to date on news and events in Northumberland? Subscribe to newsletter!

You may also read!

Ontario Increasing Access to Primary Care Across the Province

Province’s historic agreement will attract and retain more family doctors across the province The Ontario government is taking the next

Read More...

YMCA Northumberland Named McHappy Day Partner

YMCA Northumberland is proud to announce that it has been selected by Lisa Wilson, owner/operator of McDonald's®Cobourg and Port

Read More...

Ontario Raising Minimum Wage to Protect Workers and Support a Competitive Economy

Minimum wage increasing to $17.95 an hour effective October 1, 2026, marking the second highest rate among provinces The Ontario

Read More...

Mobile Sliding Menu