City of Guelph set to establish registry of municipal lobbyists
Staff were directed by city council at their April 16 meeting to draft a bylaw as well as a code of conduct surrounding the registry.
Politics
Apr 25
City of Guelph looking at deferrals for 2025 in attempt to reduce tax levy impact
Some areas being suggested for deferral include one of two new paramedic shifts and Guelph Transit service improvements.
Canada
Apr 12
Speed cameras making positive impact in Guelph, city says
The city says the average speed of vehicles travelling through designated areas was 8 km/h slower.
Canada
May 6
Guelph to designate portion of city-owned land as protected for biodiversity initiative
A total of 274 hectares is being set as aside as part of Canada's goal of protecting 30 percent of the country's land and water.
Environment
Apr 4
Youth in Guelph can apply for microgrants for climate change initiatives
The funds can be used towards environmental projects such as recycling and waste reduction, tree planting and greenhouse gas emission reduction programs.
Environment
May 9
United Way Guelph provides $37,500 for mobile health van
The Sanguen Community Health van serves Guelph and the surrounding area, providing health care and mental health support for marginalized individuals.
Health
May 15
Four people take their place in the Guelph Sports Hall of Fame
Paul Ante, David Clutchy, Pat teBoekhorst, and Danielle Everitt-Sinclair were officially inducted in a ceremony held at the Italian Canadian Club in Guelph on Wednesday night.
Sports
May 16
City of Guelph council defers public space use bylaw
More than 24 public delegations were heard at a special Guelph city council meeting on Wednesday regarding a draft bylaw on the use of public space.
Canada
Feb 16
Greater Napanee elects interim fire chief amid leave of absence
With its Chief and Deputy Chief on abrupt leave, the Town of Greater Napanee acted quickly to replace the vacant seat with an interim chief.
Canada
Apr 24
Guelph mayor likes what the provincial budget has in store for city
Money will be coming to the Royal City for road and housing infrastructure, and permanent supportive housing projects.
Canada
Mar 29
Environmental film to be shown to coincide with Earth Day in Guelph
The Emmy-award winning documentary 'The Story of Plastic' will be playing at the Bookshelf Cinema on April 22. Local experts will take questions after the movie.
Environment
Apr 17
Applications open for City of Guelph 2024 Artist in Residence program
The winner of this year's Artist in Residency program will be awarded two projects with a residency, plus a budget of $7,000. Applications are now open.
Entertainment
Feb 8
Guelph seeking donation of land for potential temporary encampment site
The 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.
Canada
Mar 27
Federal funding to make new Guelph central library more environmentally friendly
Some $13.5 million for Guelph's new central library is coming from the federal Green and Inclusive Community Building program.
Canada
Mar 26
Brampton woman charged with nearly 80 fraud charges in Guelph, other cities: police
Police say a woman from Brampton faces dozens of charges after TD Canada reported an estimated loss of $55,000 in relation to fraudulent activity at branches, including in Guelph.
Crime
Mar 8
Argos legend remembers his football roots in Guelph
Michael 'Pinball' Clemons first stepped on to the field as a CFL football player with the Argos at Alumni Stadium in June 1989. It was also where his nickname got its origins.
Sports
May 14
What’s open and closed on Victoria Day 2024 in Guelph
Banks, retail and grocery stores, and city-operated facilities will be closed. Most drug stores, wine rack and select Beer Store locations will be open.
Canada
May 17
2 charged after over $300k in product stolen from LCBO stores across Ontario
A 27-year-old and a 35-year-old, both of no fixed address, are facing a number of charges. The younger male also has outstanding warrants in 10 other jurisdictions.
Crime
May 6
Guelph man faces child pornography charges after west end home search
A two-month investigation into child pornography ended after Guelph police served a search warrant at a home in the city's west end.
Crime
Mar 1
The Good Games return to University of Guelph in July
The Good Games will see former Olympians and amateurs compete in a multi-sport event on July 6 and 7. The event is free to attend.
Sports
May 1
