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Hope House Guelph expects busy year for holiday gift initiativeHope House Guelph's Affordable Holiday Gift Market wants to ensure no one goes without.CanadaNov 13
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University of Guelph house calls program expands to virtual callsThe University of Guelph is expanding its House Calls program. In addition to doing in person calls, virtual calls are being made to ensure first-year students feel supported.EducationNov 6
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City of Guelph and transit union reach tentative deal, avert strikeThe tentative agreement comes after both sides spent months at the bargaining table. The deal will be finalized after a ratification vote by the ATU membership and the city.EconomyNov 6
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Guelph company creates clothing for women in skilled tradesThe Dirty Seahorse currently serves a dozen different sectors, offering hoodies, pants and overhauls for women in masonry and other fields in skilled trades.CanadaNov 4
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University of Guelph and faculty union avert strikeThe new agreement addresses issues for both sides, such as workload and compensation. The University of Guelph and faculty union ratified a new deal, effective through June 2027.CanadaNov 1
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New Habitat for Humanity initiative to teach youth about housing advocacy, skilled tradesYouth will be gathering in Elora to learn about housing advocacy and essential skilled trades to build homes. Habitat for Humanity's Hands On For Housing goes from Nov. 6 to 8.CanadaOct 22
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Guelph transit riders will not ‘be scrambling or stranded at bus stops’: ATU Local 1189 presidentContract negotiations broke down last week before the Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU) Local 1189 filed a no-board report with the Ministry of Labour.EconomyOct 21
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University of Guelph expands mental health education with launch of 2 new family therapy programsThe new programs will help prepare graduating students for employment with hands-on experience and address the rising demand for affordable and accessible mental health services.CanadaOct 10
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Guelph-area students improve in 2023-24 provincewide test resultsThe Upper Grand District School Board said students in Grades 3 and 6 continue to make achievements in literacy and math after the province's release of the latest EQAO results.EducationOct 2
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Reconciliation Walk at Riverside Park honours Indigenous historyThe hour-long walk on Sunday will give people in Guelph an opportunity to learn more about Canada's Indigenous history, including the truth about the residential school legacy.CanadaSep 27
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Cambridge-Guelph passenger rail service ‘long overdue’ as project moves forwardThe concept would see a new rail line on Pinebush Road in Cambridge travel to Guelph Central Station where passengers can transfer to Union Station in Toronto.CanadaSep 20
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Take Back the Night march in Guelph focuses on community supportAttendees will hear stories from guest speakers, plus there will be live performances and a self-defence workshop as the annual event raises awareness about sexual violence.CanadaSep 17
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Guelph council greenlights building for new Habitat for Humanity projectThe new project on Speedvale Avenue, expected to be complete by the end of 2025, will be a six-storey, mid-rise building and have 48 units with one parking space each.EconomySep 12
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Community invited to learn about city of Guelph’s affordable housing programResidents, developers, homebuilders can share their ideas and ask questions about the affordable housing Community Improvement Plan during two information sessions on Thursday.EconomySep 5
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New bylaw keeps public safe and protects homeless people: Guelph mayorThe motion was passed at Wednesday night's council meeting, and limits the number of encampments in public spaces. It goes into effect on Oct. 1.CanadaAug 30
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Guelph mayor networks at 3-day climate summit in Paris, FranceMayor Cam Guthrie's trip to France in July saw him network with fellow mayors, learn about Paris's transformation and receive more funding for youth climate action in Guelph.EnvironmentAug 27
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HART hub model should be given a chance: Guelph mayorThe Guelph Community Health Centre is one of ten consumption and treatment sites in Ontario to close by early 2025 due to its proximity near a daycare centre.CanadaAug 27
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New national training program to prepare leaders, researchers for future pandemicThe training program will involve six universities and other several partners as they collaborate to prepare trainees ahead of the next pandemic. It's slated to run until 2030.CanadaAug 14
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More volunteers needed ahead of 2024 Guelph RibfestStanley said organizers have created unique positions to entice more volunteers. The event is expected to draw 40,000 people from Aug 23-25 at Riverside Park in Guelph.CanadaAug 6
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U of G ranked as one of Canada’s top employers for diversityThe University of Guelph's appearance marks the third straight year the school has been ranked. It placed 53rd out of the 200 employers and 7th out of universities ranked.EducationAug 1
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Reusable packaging company expands in Guelph, across CanadaFriendlier is a reusable packaging company and has expanded across Canada. Its newest location is on Clair Road West in Guelph where it held a grand opening earlier in July.CanadaJul 24
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The Grove’s annual impact report shows 30% increase in use of servicesIn addition to seeing an increase in services and supports, the Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario also saw visits rise 10 per cent year over year.CanadaJul 12
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Watershed conditions statement still in effect in Grand River watershed amid post-tropical stormThe Grand River Conservation Authority issued a flood warning on Tuesday and said some areas could see 100 millimetres or more. The outlook will be in effect until Friday.WeatherJul 11
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How WWE star Cody Rhodes saved the day for one Ontario wrestling fanThe WWE fan from Guelph, Ont. was in need of accessible seating for the Money in the Bank show at Scotiabank Arena, and world champion Cody Rhodes came to his rescue.SportsJul 9
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2 Guelph food charities merge to help feed more children and familiesKeep Kids Fed will run through two streams: a student nutrition program and providing children with food packages to take home from school on weekends and holidays.HealthJul 9
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