Type of News: Public Notice
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Road work and lane reductions start in the north end of Downtown Guelph
Multiple streets are impacted including Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker Street We’re working to revitalize Downtown Guelph and we’re kicking off the summer with two projects that will impact streets in the north end of Downtown. You’ll notice local access only on Baker Street and overnight paving on Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker…
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Canada Day in Guelph
Guelph, Ont., June 27, 2025 – Canada turns 158 this year! Here’s information on all things Canada Day from the City of Guelph. Recognizing Canada Day with Guelph Museums Guelph Museums is hosting a few events on July 1: Canada Day Tea at McCrae House July 1 McCrae House – 108 Water Street Seatings at…
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Changes coming to City parking lots – no more gates
Guelph is updating all parking lots and parkades so you can get in and out of City parking lots faster and easier, whether you have a permit or not.
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Noise exemption notice: University of Guelph granted noise exemption September 3, 2025
in CommunityThe City has granted the University of Guelph an exemption from the City’s Noise Control Bylaw on September 3, 2025.
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Noise exemption notice: University of Guelph granted noise exemption August 30 and 31, 2025.
in CommunityThe City has granted the University of Guelph an exemption from the City’s Noise Control Bylaw on August 30, 2025 from 8:00 p.m. to 10:45 p.m. and August 31, 2025.
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Lewis Road closed to through traffic
Guelph, Ont., June 19, 2025 – Lewis Road is closed to through traffic near the Guelph Junction Railway tracks until further notice due to safety concerns caused by road surface settlement over two culverts. The settlement has created a dip in the road that is not suitable for travel. The City is in the process…
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Well testing to begin June 23 between Laird Road West and Forestell Road
As part of the Southwest Guelph Water Supply Class Environmental Assessment, the City of Guelph will begin testing at a City owned Guelph South (GSTW1-20) Test Well which is located between Laird Road West and Forestell Road. What you need to know Why is the well being tested The City of Guelph is pursuing a…
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Share your thoughts on the design of St. George’s Square design and the Capital Implementation Plan for DTIRP
Guelph, Ont., June 13, 2025 – As part of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP), the design for St. George’s Square, the Capital Implementation Plan and the construction mitigation strategy will be presented at Committee of the Whole on July 8. DTIRP aims to upgrade roads, sewers, and watermains, and improve sidewalks, cycling facilities, and the…
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Updated: Notice of Council Vacancy Proceedings
Guelph, Ont., May 28, 2025 – Councillor Dominique O’Rourke has successfully run for election as the Guelph area riding Member of Parliament and has resigned as a Ward 6 Councillor, resulting in a Council vacancy. Update – June 13 A hybrid information session is available to those interested in submitting their nomination application. Council Chambers information…
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Don’t miss the National Celebration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples on June 20
Starting at 5:30 p.m. on June 20, Riverside Park will be a site for celebration as the National Celebration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples brings music, dancing, drumming, food and artisanal items to the space. The annual event is a celebration of the rich culture, notable achievements and unique heritage of First Nations,…
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City marking ash and hazard trees for removal starting fall 2025
The City of Guelph is currently marking public trees for removal later this year. Trees in parks and natural areas that are hazardous, and ash trees infested and killed by the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) are being marked with an orange “X” to designate them for removal.
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Notice of Study Commencement: Street A Collector Road (Poppy Drive to Maltby Road)
The study Guelph is growing and is expected to reach a population of 203,000 by 2051. To support this growth, Guelph needs more homes and more essential infrastructure. The owners of 132 Clair Road, 2021, 2093, 2143 and 2187 Gordon Street, and 99 Maltby Road, together with the City of Guelph, are undertaking a Schedule…
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Help us develop the Downtown Community Planning Permit System requirements
Guelph, Ont., May 30, 2025 – We’re continuing the Community Planning Permit System (CPPS) work in Downtown. The first CPPS in Guelph was approved by Council in April for the Stone Road/Edinburgh area. The CPPS is a land-use planning tool that combines Zoning By-law Amendments, Minor Variances, and Site Plan applications into a single application…
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Call for Indigenous vendors and advisors for Guelph’s National Celebration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples
The annual National Celebration of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples returns to Riverside Park from 5:30 to 9 p.m. on Friday, June 20. Along with being welcomed as attendees, Indigenous community members are invited to participate as exhibitors, vendors and advisors.
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Guelph to improve road safety and accessibility throughout 2025
Guelph, Ont., May 30, 2025 – The City is installing new traffic and bicycle signals, pedestrian crossovers, traffic calming measures and implementing Vision Zero Action Plan items across Guelph this year. These changes, including adding automated speed enforcement (ASE) cameras, will help improve road safety and accessibility for people getting around Guelph by walking, cycling,…
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Get ‘pumped up’ for Bike Month
Guelph, Ont., May 28, 2025 –This June, we’re celebrating our eighth annual Bike Month. Bike Month is an opportunity for you to try riding a bike for the first time, build connections in the cycling community, or simply enjoy the many benefits of biking. Dust off your bike and join us throughout the month for…
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Help Shape Guelph’s Water and Wastewater Servicing Allocation Policy
The City of Guelph is developing a new Water and Wastewater Servicing Allocation Policy and Bylaw that will guide how water supply and wastewater treatment capacity is allocated to new housing and business as well as introduce timelines for when unused allocations may be revoked, ensuring that our resources are used efficiently and fairly. By providing…
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Update: Canada Post workers issue strike notice
A Canada Post mail strike may occur on May 23, 2025. Canada Post workers have issued a strike notice and are currently poised to begin striking Friday, May 23 at 12 a.m. local time unless the parties reach an agreement before then. Customers may experience delays or a full stoppage of mail service. Negotiations and…
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City wide leak detection work beginning May 2025
May to October 2025 About the project The City has hired Hetek Solutions (Hetek) to detect leaks in Guelph’s water mains using acoustics (listening equipment) that will take place from May to October 2025. Hetek will listen for leaks throughout all of Guelph at all City-owned fire hydrants and water main valves. Work begins in…
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Correction: One Water Journey: Indigenous Perspectives with Gimaa (Chief) Stacey Laforme
Correction (May 9, 2025): The public notice is being updated to correct information in the original version, which stated: “The One Water Journey encourages us to think about our connections with water, land, and each other. Guelph is located on the traditional lands of the Attiwonderonk (Neutral), and the Treaty Lands of the Mississaugas of…
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City of Guelph moves to an Administrative Penalty System to dispute parking violations
On May 1, 2025, the City of Guelph moved to an Administrative Penalty System (APS) for parking infractions. Under this system, you will no longer have to dispute a parking ticket through the Provincial Offences Court. Instead, you will be able to request a review of a parking penalty with a Screening Officer. By moving…
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Water barrier install for downtown patios starting May 3
Guelph, ON, Apil 29, 2025 – The City is gearing up for another summer of the seasonal patio program. Staff will be installing water barriers throughout the downtown core on two separate weekends in May. The first installation window is between May 3 and 4. The second installation window is between May 17 and 18.…
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Notice of Public Information Centre
in WaterEvent: North East Water Supply Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study Purpose: The City of Guelph is conducting a study to find a new water supply in the Northeast area. Event Details: Date: Monday, May 12, 2025 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (drop-in format) Location: Rockmosa Older Adults Centre, 121 Rockmosa Dr, Rockwood Why Attend: Your feedback is important for our…
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Downtown transformation: Have your say on the design of Wyndham Street North and St. George’s Square
Guelph, Ont., April 23, 2025 – We’re hosting another public open house at City Hall for the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP)! This open house will focus on the design of Wyndham Street North and the preferred concept for St. George’s Square. We’ll have display boards and activities for you to look at and provide feedback on. Members of…
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Lane reductions on Wellington Street East
The Wyndham-Wellington Water and Wastewater Capacity Improvement project focuses on replacing the sanitary sewer and watermain infrastructure along Wellington Street which is reaching the end of its life. These services will be increased in size to support housing growth within the downtown area. Sanitary sewer will also be replaced and increased in size along Wyndham…
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Notice of Study Commencement: Gordon Street, Clair Road and Laird Road Municipal Class Environmental Assessment and Infrastructure Preliminary Design Study
The study Guelph is growing and is expected to reach a population of 203,000 by 2051. To support this growth, Guelph needs more homes and more essential infrastructure. To identify requirements for growth and development in the Clair-Maltby area in Guelph’s south end, the City of Guelph completed the Clair-Maltby Secondary Plan (OPA 79) in…
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Amendments to Sign By-law (2021) – 20621
in BylawsOn May 13, 2025, City Council will discuss minor amendments to the Sign By-law, including aligning the Sign By-law with the Comprehensive Zoning By-law (2023)-20790 zone categories. Council and the public have the opportunity to review and provide feedback on the draft amendments to Sign By-law (2021)-20621. How to participate The report relating to the…
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Annual CCTV inspection and flushing program
in WaterWe are conducting annual sanitary sewer mainlines CCTV inspection and flushing on April 25, 2025, starting at 2:30am in various locations around the City. This process involves using high-pressure water to clean the pipes and CCTV cameras to inspect them for any issues. Key Information All roads will remain open. The work will take approximately one…
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Notice of passed bylaws
in BylawsGuelph City Council passed the following bylaws on April 8, 2025: By-law (2025) – 21066 to adopt Amendment Number 106 to the City of Guelph Official Plan to implement the findings of the Downtown Building Heights Study to permit revised building heights within the Downtown Secondary Plan area. For more information about the Downtown Building…
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Notice of intention to designate: 54 Paisley Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 54 Paisley Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 54 Paisley Street is on the south side of…
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Notice of intention to designation: 52 Paisley Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 52 Paisley Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 52 Paisley Street is on the south side of…
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Notice of intention to designate: 32 Eramosa Road
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 32 Eramosa Road as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 32 Eramosa Road is a corner lot at the…
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Notice of intention to designate: 30 Eramosa Road
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 30 Eramosa Road as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 30 Eramosa Road is a corner lot at the…
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Notice of intention to designate: 15 and 17 Paisley Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 15 and 17 Paisley Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 15 and 17 Paisley Street are part…
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Notice of intention to designate: 9 and 13 Paisley Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 13 Paisley Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 9 and 13 Paisley Street are part of a…
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Proposed development in your community
Public meeting for planning applications Guelph City Council will hold a public meeting in accordance with the Planning Act to consider the following planning and development applications. The meeting will take place: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 6:00 p.m. This is a hybrid City Council meeting that can be watched online at guelph.ca/live or in-person in…
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Guelph grows together! Register for our Community Tree Giveaway
Starting April 22 at 10 a.m., Guelph residents can register for up to two free, native trees for their yard though our Community Tree Giveaway. Registration closes at 11:59 p.m. on May 6 or when stock runs out.
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Public Meeting for the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District Project on May 7
Learn about a potential heritage conservation district in the downtown core You’re invited to a Public Meeting for Phase 2 of the Downtown Guelph Heritage Conservation District (HCD) to learn about the ongoing development of the district’s plan and design guidelines. An HCD will help guide change and growth and promote thoughtful stewardship of heritage…
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Join us for a York Road construction open house on April 15
Guelph, Ont., April 7, 2025 – The City of Guelph is hosting an open house on April 15 about the next phase of York Road construction (Phase 4). As part of the ongoing York Road reconstruction project, the City will continue replacing aging sewer and water pipes, and making necessary improvements to the road. This…
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Celebrate Earth Month with the City of Guelph!
April 1 – 30 is Earth Month, and the City of Guelph invites you to take part in activities and events to help protect the environment and reduce our carbon footprint. Upcoming Earth Month events Guelph EcoChallenge (April 1 – 30) Looking to reduce your carbon footprint? Join the Guelph EcoChallenge and commit to new…
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Applications for Advisory Committees of Council now open – deadline to apply April 21
in CommunityGuelph, Ont., March 31, 2025 – The City of Guelph is now accepting applications to join one of its many Advisory Committees of Council (ACOC). An ACOC works with City Council to help guide policy decisions and facilitate more inclusive civic participation. Members of ACOCs are collaborative and passionate individuals who care deeply for their…
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Notice of intention to designate: 328 Woolwich Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 328 Woolwich Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of Part Lot 43 and 44,…
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Notice of intention to designate: 19 Woodycrest Drive
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 19 Woodycrest Drive as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of 19 Woodycrest Drive is Firstly…
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Notice of intention to designate: 332 Woolwich Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 332 Woolwich Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of Part Lot 43 and 44,…
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Notice of intention to designate: 330 Woolwich Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 330 Woolwich Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of Part Lot 43 and 44,…
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Notice of intention to designate: 99 Maltby Road West
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 99 Maltby Road West as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the subject property is…
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Notice of intention to designate: 72 Gordon Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 72 Gordon Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description is Plan 8, Lot 149 and…
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Notice of intention to designate: 59 Green Street
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 59 Green Street as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property 59 Green Street is located on the north side…
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Notice of intention to designate: 33 Dormie Lane
Take notice that the Council of the Corporation of the City of Guelph intends to designate 33 Dormie Lane as a property of cultural heritage value or interest under section 29, Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act, R.S.O. 1990, Chapter 0.18. Description of the property The legal description of the subject property is PT…
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Spring has sprung in Guelph!
Guelph, Ont., March 27, 2025 – With the weather warming up and sunshine on the way, the City is celebrating the return of Spring with some tips and reminders to help you make the most of the season. Calling all green thumbs! Register for the Clean & Green community cleanup by March 28 Leave your…