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Updated: Groundbreaking event for Guelph Transit and Fleet Services facility

Updated May 27, 2026

Attention news, photo and video editors 

Guelph, Ont., May 25, 2026 – Media are invited to attend the groundbreaking of the Guelph Transit and Fleet Services facility on May 29. The event will include a photo op, along with remarks provided by officials from the Government of Canada, Government of Ontario and the City of Guelph.

Who 

Officials in attendance and providing remarks will be: 

  • Member of Parliament for Guelph, Dominique O’Rourke, on behalf of the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure
  • Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Transportation, Hardeep Singh Grewal, on behalf of the Honourable Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation
  • Mayor Cam Guthrie, City of Guelph
  • Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Tara Baker, City of Guelph 
  • Deputy CAO, Public Services, Colleen Clack-Bush, City of Guelph (MC)

When 

  • Friday, May 29, 2026 
  • 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
  • Remarks to commence at 9:00 a.m. 

Where 

Northwest corner of Watson Parkway South and Stone Road East (Watson-Stone site). Google Maps link. 

See map below for exact location of event.  

Map depicting the construction area with an outline around the groundbreaking ceremony location

The event will happen rain or shine in a controlled area outdoors at a construction site. Closed-toed footwear is required for all attendees.

Media Contact 

Strategic Communications  
[email protected]   
City of Guelph