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Guelph mayor points finger at U of G for student housing shortageCam Guthrie says there is already a housing crisis in Guelph and the news about students not find places to live is only going to exacerbate that.CanadaJun 14
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Officials cut the ribbon on Guelph’s newest supportive housing projectGuelph, Ont., celebrated the opening Wednesday of a new housing project to help people get off the streets. The facility has space for up to 32 people experiencing homelessness.CanadaJun 27
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Federal budget gets thumbs up from Guelph mayor, MPCam Guthrie is pleased more is being done to build more homes while Lloyd Longfield feels a national school food program will help children in Guelph.PoliticsApr 22
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Ontario considers housing data revisions after municipal concerns of undercountingOntario is considering revising its tallies of how many homes are built in cities and towns across the province.CanadaJun 21
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Youth in Guelph can apply for microgrants for climate change initiativesThe funds can be used towards environmental projects such as recycling and waste reduction, tree planting and greenhouse gas emission reduction programs.EnvironmentMay 9
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Alberta legislature fountains to begin running again on Canada DayA new reflecting pool and dome fountain at the Alberta legislature will be up and running by Canada Day.LifestyleJun 26
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City of Guelph set to establish registry of municipal lobbyistsStaff were directed by city council at their April 16 meeting to draft a bylaw as well as a code of conduct surrounding the registry.PoliticsApr 25
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Mayor, MPP react after province leaves out Guelph in GO train service expansionThe Ford government announced on Monday that GO train service is being expanded along the Lakeshore West, Lakeshore East, Milton, Stouffville and Kitchener lines.CanadaApr 18
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Province rewarding Guelph $4.68M for meeting hosing targetsHousing minister Paul Calandra met with mayor Cam Guthrie on Thursday. They held a joint news conference to announce the funding.CanadaMar 15
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City of Guelph looking at deferrals for 2025 in attempt to reduce tax levy impactSome areas being suggested for deferral include one of two new paramedic shifts and Guelph Transit service improvements.CanadaApr 12
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Guelph mayor likes what the provincial budget has in store for cityMoney will be coming to the Royal City for road and housing infrastructure, and permanent supportive housing projects.CanadaMar 29
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Guelph seeking donation of land for potential temporary encampment siteThe city has put out a call to land owners interested in donating property for a minimum of three years in an effort to address homelessness.CanadaMar 27
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Federal funding to make new Guelph central library more environmentally friendlySome $13.5 million for Guelph's new central library is coming from the federal Green and Inclusive Community Building program.CanadaMar 26
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Guelph mayor uses strong mayor powers to sign off on three ordersTaxes, housing, and homelessness were three things Cam Guthrie want to push through using the strong mayor powers.PoliticsFeb 28
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Housing and affordability ‘compel’ Guelph mayor to use ‘strong mayor’ powersCam Guthrie announced during the state of the city address that he will use the new powers immediately.CanadaFeb 8
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Bike and traffic lanes dominate discussion on Wyndham St. reconstruction projectCouncil agreed to a recommendation on a two-lane road, one in each direction, with parallel parking and separate unidirectional bike lanes.CanadaMar 1
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Guelph mayor hopes bylaw will address safety concerns at tent encampmentsCam Guthrie said public space safety is a very complex and challenging issue. A report will go to the Council at a special meeting on Feb. 14.CanadaJan 22
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Guelph’s CAO set to retire in the summerScott Stewart announced on Thursday that he plans to retire once his five-year term is up in July.CanadaJan 25
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GCVI students to perform in a benefit concert for Donkey Sanctuary of CanadaThe music classes received two guitars as a donation from the Donkey Sanctuary of Canada. On Saturday, 60 students will perform a concert in support of the Sanctuary at GCVI.EntertainmentJan 19
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Development charges to rise, Guelph mayor warns it won’t make up shortfallDevelopers are expected to pay $14,000 more for a home, and up to $10 per sq. ft. more for non-residential units.CanadaJan 19