Ontario Trillium Foundation grant brings new recreation infrastructure for families and youth in Port Hope.
On Friday, November 28, 2025 MPP David Piccini alongside Mayor Olena Hankivsky and the Municipality of Port Hope team, officially opened the new pump track at the Town Park Recreation Centre at 62 McCaul Street. This project was made possible thanks to a $200,000 Capital grant from the provincial government’s Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) in 2024.
The facility is expected to serve more than 9,000 residents each year.
“I’m proud that our government, through the Ontario Trillium Foundation, invested $200,000 to bring this new pump track to Port Hope,” said David Piccini, Member of Provincial Parliament, Northumberland-Peterborough South.
“This funding demonstrates our continued commitment to supporting healthy, active communities and
building infrastructure for families across Ontario. I’m grateful to Mayor Hankivsky and the Municipality of Port Hope for their partnership in ensuring this provincial investment delivers lasting benefits for residents.”
The funds from the OTF grant were used to design and construct a pump track at the recreation centre in Port Hope. The track is designed to a beginner/intermediate level and includes signage, benches and landscaping.
“We are thrilled to introduce this new pump track to our community,” said Mayor Olena Hankivsky.
“This project reflects our commitment to promoting active lifestyles and creating inclusive spaces where residents of all ages and abilities can come together and enjoy outdoor recreation. We are deeply grateful for the generous support provided through the Ontario Trillium Foundation grant, which made this project possible.”
The new pump track is designed to encourage active living and provide an outdoor space for riders of all ages and abilities. It accommodates a variety of wheeled sports, including bicycles, scooters, skateboards, and even wheelchairs. Following community engagement to identify desired features, the track includes a park connection and staging area, an elevated start ramp, rolling rhythm sections, a ‘step-up’ jump, large, banked corners, and a re-start area—creating a dynamic and accessible experience for
everyone.
The Ontario Trillium Foundation (OTF) is an agency of the Ontario government with a mission to build healthy and vibrant communities across the province. Last year, OTF invested nearly $105M into 732 community projects and multi-sector partnerships.
Projects aim to enhance economic well-being, foster more active lifestyles, support child and youth development, provide spaces for people to come together and connect, and create a more sustainable environment. Visit otf.ca to learn more.
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