City of Guelph seeking private property donations to be turned into temporary encampments
The City of Guelph is looking at an unusual way to address its homelessness issue, calling for private property donations which can be transformed into temporary structured encampment sites for at least three years. Kayla McLean reports.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Mar 27
University of Guelph’s entry in research competition hopes to pass deep space taste test
University of Guelph research team, Canada GOOSE, is one of the final four institutions competing in the Canadian Space Agency’s Deep Space Food Challenge. Final judging took place on Feb. 7 inside the campus’ Controlled Environment Systems Research Facility. The Deep Space Food Challenge was launched in partnership with Impact Canada in 2021 to develop...
Canada
Feb 16
Trudeau announces agreement with Guelph to fast-track nearly 750 new housing units in next 3 years
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that the federal government has reached an agreement with the City of Guelph to fast-track nearly 750 new housing units over the next three years. Speaking at the announcement, Trudeau projected a total of close to 10,000 new units over the next decade.
Canada
Jan 12
Thousands of stuffies hit the ice during Kitchener Rangers’ annual Teddy Bear Toss
Thousands of teddy bears flew onto the ice at The Aud in Kitchener, Ont., on Tuesday after hockey player Cameron Mercer notched the Kitchener Rangers’ first goal in a 5-2 win over the Guelph Storm, video posted on social media showed.
Sports
Dec 6, 2023
Global News Morning chats with Queen’s Gaels football head coach Steve Snyder
Coach Snyder recaps the win over Guelph and looks ahead to this weekend’s final game…a Homecoming game vs. the Gee- Gees
Global News Morning Kingston
Oct 16, 2023
Farmers and mental health: research around improving access continues
Dr. Andria Jones from the University of Guelph talks about mental health, and research that led to the creation of the Manitoba Farmers Wellness Program.
Health
Oct 16, 2023
Global News Morning chats with Queen’s Gaels football head coach Steve Snyder
Coach Snyder recaps a win over The Ravens and looks ahead to a road game against Guelph
Global News Morning Kingston
Oct 10, 2023
Ontario startup might have backyard solution for Canada’s housing crisis
Many Canadians are struggling to afford a home, and industry experts warn the need for affordable housing is quickly outpacing possible solutions. As Mike Drolet explains, one Guelph, Ont. startup is pushing an idea that can be found right in backyards.
Global National
Jun 5, 2023
Global National: June 5
Canada is experiencing the worst spring wildfire season in its history, raising concerns about whether the federal government has the necessary resources to extinguish the hundreds of wildfires raging across the country. What’s burning in multiple provinces, including how one village has been completely wiped out; what’s being done now to douse the flames, and...
Global National
Jun 5, 2023
Guelph Storm select Peterborough’s Wil McFadden in 2nd round of OHL draft
U16 AAA Petes Wil McFadden has been selected in the 2nd round of the OHL draft by the Guelph Storm. The Crestwood Secondary school student says it’s a dream come true. Meaghan Roy caught up with him to talk all about it.
Sports
Apr 21, 2023
Victim seriously injured after daylight shooting in Burlington, Ont.
Halton Regional Police said officers responded to the area of Guelph Line and New Street at around 1:50 p.m. on Tuesday for reports of a male victim with a gunshot wound to his leg. The victim was taken to hospital and is reported to have serious injuries. As of Tuesday afternoon, no arrests had been...
Crime
Apr 4, 2023
Trudeau launches $4-billion Housing Accelerator Fund in Guelph, Ont.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the launch of a $4-billion housing accelerator fund in Guelph, Ont., on Friday. Trudeau says the money will help eliminate barriers to create more homes, especially affordable units and that they’re aiming to fast-track 100,000 homes in the next decade.
Canada
Mar 17, 2023
Raising a toast at Canada’s smallest bar
Bartenders across the country will likely have their hands full tonight as revellers celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. But big crowds won’t be a problem for one mixologist in Guelph, Ont. That’s because he tends the smallest bar in Canada, only taking reservations a handful at a time. Though as Mike Drolet reports, there’s no shortage...
Canada
Mar 17, 2023
Trudeau hopes David Johnston will ‘bring down the temperature’ on election interference investigation as special rapporteur
Speaking in Guelph, Ont., on Friday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau defended his decision to appoint former governor general David Johnston as the “special rapporteur” to investigate allegations of foreign interference in Canadian elections. “I am really hoping that the nomination of Mr. Johnston is going to be able to bring down the temperature on this...
Canada
Mar 17, 2023
The future of soccer in Canada
It’s been a turbulent few weeks for Canada’s soccer organization, especially following the resignation of Canada Soccer president Nick Bontis. Coach of the Guelph Gryphons, Keith Mason joins Antony Robart to discuss what this means for the future of the sport.
Global News Morning Toronto
Mar 2, 2023
Understanding ‘tip-flation’ or ‘tip creeping’
“Not only the amount we’re asked to tip, but how aggressively that was happening with those payment machines…” A new survey says many Canadians would scrap a gratuity-based system for higher service wages. University of Guelph food economics professor Mike Von Massow explains ‘tip-flation’.
Feb 17, 2023
Health Matters: Spike in norovirus cases
After a pandemic lull, Canada is seeing a resurgence of norovirus cases. University of Guelph Microbiology Professor Lawrence Goodridge explains what’s behind the increase and what you can do to protect yourself.
Global News Morning BC
Feb 16, 2023
Ontario drag queen expresses concern for safety in wake of threats
A Guelph, Ontario drag queen is raising concern over a sudden surge in harassment and threats targeting drag performers. Caryn Lieberman reports.
Global News at 5:30 Toronto
Dec 1, 2022
Visiting The Donkey Sanctuary of Canada
Jennifer Valentyne explores the Donkey Sanctuary of Canada in Guelph and learns about how you can sponsor an animal in need.
Nov 26, 2019
Nova Scotian honours soldier who died by suicide with cross country bike ride
We talk with Catherine De Vaal, a Nova Scotian impacted by suicide, who recently biked from Greenwood, NS to Guelph, ON to raise awareness about suicide prevention. Friday, September 10 is World Suicide Prevention Day, a chance to promote understanding about suicide: those impacted by a suicide attempt or loss, family or friends, organizations, professionals,...
Global News Morning Halifax
Sep 10, 2021