Heritage Business Improvement Area (HBIA) - Closing October 19, 2026

Job summary

Responsible for the beautification and promotion of Downtown Port Hope as a premier business and shopping destination. Acts as an advocate for downtown businesses and property owners with government and community stakeholders.

Job details

The Municipality of Port Hope is inviting community-minded residents to apply to serve on local boards and quasi-judicial committees for the 2026–2030 term. Local boards and quasi-judicial committees play an important role in supporting transparent, informed, and community-focused decision-making. Participation provides residents with an opportunity to share their skills, experience, and perspectives while helping guide the future direction of our community. Residents who are interested in contributing to municipal decision-making and supporting the continued growth and well-being of Port Hope are encouraged to apply. For more information about our Boards and Quasi-Judicial Committees, please visit our Boards and Committees page. Renumeration Please note that no remuneration is provided to members of the Heritage Business Improvement Area (HBIA), as service on the Board is voluntary. About The HBIA is responsible for the beautification and promotion of Downtown Port Hope as a business and shopping destination. The HBIA is also an advocate for downtown businesses and property owners with various levels of government and community stakeholders. Board meetings are held once a month, though directors are encouraged to participate in committees to support HBIA operations. If you are a downtown business or property owner and are interested in creating a dynamic and engaging downtown, we encourage you to apply. Submit an Application Please submit your cover letter and resume via online at www.porthope.ca/careers by Monday October 19, 2026. We are looking to fill a minimum of 6 and maximum of 10 vacancies. Please note that residents interested in applying for a position on the HBIA must be business owners and/or tenants of a prescribed business property class within the Heritage Business Improvement Area. Recruitment Process

What you’ll do

Responsible for the beautification and promotion of Downtown Port Hope as a premier business and shopping destination. Acts as an advocate for downtown businesses and property owners with government and community stakeholders.

Requirements

Applicants must be business owners or tenants of a prescribed business property class within the Heritage Business Improvement Area. Candidates should be community-minded residents interested in municipal decision-making.

Listed skills

• Stakeholder Management · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Community Engagement
• Business Promotion
• Advocacy
• Strategic Planning
• Stakeholder Management
• Urban Beautification

Job areas

• Government & Public Sector
• Management & Leadership
• Marketing
• Retail
• Consulting