Moving to a new country and city can be exciting, yet disorienting as you adapt to a new life abroad.
To help you transition to living in our beautiful and caring city, the City of Guelph has introduced the Welcome to Guelph program.
Note: OnYourWay cards are replacing Welcome to Guelph cards. Those who currently have a valid Welcome to Guelph card can continue to use them, until the card expires. New Welcome to Guelph program participants will get an OnYourWay card. As of January 1, 2025, all Welcome to Guelph cards will have been phased out.
This program includes an OnYourWay card with a Welcome to Guelph sticker on the back, which provides temporary free access to:
- visit Guelph Museums during regular operating hours, including Guelph Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk Street and McCrae House, 108 Water Street
- participate in public swimming/skating offered by the City of Guelph at the following City facilities:
- Show your OnYourWay card at any Guelph Public Library location to get a digital access card which provides full access to digital resources and allows you to check out up to two (2) books or two (2) DVDs at a time. When you can provide proof of permanent address you can upgrade your card to a full access library card.
Please note: The Welcome to Guelph program does not include participation in any registered swimming/skating programs or lessons, or access to the fitness centres. Visit guelph.ca/recreation for schedules.
How to apply
The Welcome to Guelph program is available to individuals who:
- came to Canada as a refugee, and
- arrived in Canada within the past 12 months, and
- are currently residing in Guelph.
Assess your eligibility and begin the application process by visiting:
- Immigrant Services Guelph-Wellington
104 Dawson Road Guelph
519-836-2222 or https://is-gw.ca/contact-us/
For more information
Community Investment
519-837-5618
[email protected]