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The final plan for St. George’s Square is ready!
You gave us a lot of feedback this summer on the proposed design for St. George’s Square. We’ve incorporated your suggestions and are presenting the final plan to Council on December 16. The Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program is a multi-year project focused on replacing aging sewers, watermains and other critical underground infrastructure (some over a…
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Guelph Tourism announces 2026 funding programs
in TourismApplications are now open for tourism projects focused on creating new experiences, improving accessibility, and enhancing existing events and festivals. Guelph, Ont., November 3, 2025 – The City of Guelph and Destination Marketing Guelph are excited to launch the 2026 Tourism funding programs, featuring the return of the Destination Animation program and the introduction of…
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Canada Post strike: How it affects City services
Updated: October 14, 2025 The Canadian Union of Postal Workers moved to rotating strikes as October 11, 2025. Per Canada Post: During the rotating strike, Canada Post will accept, process and deliver mail and parcels in unaffected areas and customers should expect delays. How the strike affects City services Property taxes To avoid payment delays,…
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Can you dig it? Join us for Diggable Downtown Day on September 18!
Guelph, ON., August 28, 2025 – We’re making big improvements to Downtown Guelph in the coming years as part of our Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP). On September 18, we’re hosting a “Diggable Downtown Day” to celebrate project milestones, showcase the detailed design, and answer all your questions about our beloved Downtown. Diggable Downtown Day…
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Lane reductions on Wyndham Street starting on September 8 and patios closing September 14
Before we can start construction on the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP), Alectra Utilities and Enbridge Gas will be replacing and upgrading below-ground infrastructure throughout Downtown. You’ll see lane reductions and sidewalk closures on Wyndham Street, Quebec Street and within St. George’s Square. Starting on September 8, Enbridge Gas will begin relocating and upgrading below-ground…
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City of Guelph’s AAA credit rating reaffirmed for fourth straight year
Read S&P Global Ratings’ report on Guelph’s 2025 credit rating Guelph, Ont., August 21, 2025 – For the fourth straight year, S&P Global Ratings continues to affirm the City of Guelph’s financial credit rating as AAA with a stable outlook, the agency’s highest possible rating. Similar to the 2024 findings, the 2025 report highlights a…
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City hosts Ontario Auto Mayor’s event to discuss impacts of tariffs on automotive industry
Guelph, Ont., May 9, 2025 – Today the City of Guelph hosted the Ontario Auto Mayor’s Event for government and industry leaders to discuss the impacts of U.S. tariffs on the automotive industry. Premier Doug Ford, Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, Dominique O’Rourke, MP for Guelph, Mike Schreiner, MPP for Guelph, Joseph…
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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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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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Share your thoughts on the proposed Official Plan Amendment relating to Downtown heights
Guelph, Ont., March 28, 2025 – The Official Plan Amendment (OPA) is being brought back to City Council for a public meeting and decision (view the official notice) on April 8. You can have your voice heard at the public meeting by joining virtually or in person, or by sending in comments before April 4.…
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Guelph releases top priorities for the federal election
Guelph, Ont., March 24, 2025 – As part of the City of Guelph’s “Future in Focus: Building Guelph Together” advocacy campaign, and in advance of the of the upcoming federal election on April 28, the City is putting forward its priorities for attention and support for the next federal government. As economic uncertainty threatens worker…
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City of Guelph appoints new general manager of finance
Guelph, Ont., March 4, 2025 – The City of Guelph is pleased to announce Shanna O’Dwyer as General Manager, Finance – City Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer. When asked about the role Shanna replied, “I am honoured to accept the role of General Manager, Finance – City Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer. I moved to…
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City of Guelph prepares for potential U.S. tariffs and trade disruptions
Guelph, Ont., February 10, 2025 – The City of Guelph is closely monitoring the situation as the U.S. government considers imposing new tariffs on Canadian goods. The City has launched a new Trade and Tariff Resource Hub with information to support local businesses. We understand the challenges that new tariffs and trade disruptions will present…
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Guelph releases top priorities for the provincial election
Guelph, Ont., January 29, 2025 – In advance of the Provincial election on February 27, 2025, the City of Guelph is launching an advocacy campaign titled “Future in Focus: Building Guelph Together.” As part of this campaign, the City is putting forward its priorities for provincial attention and support during the next government’s mandate. The…
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Share your thoughts on the proposed Official Plan Amendment relating to Downtown heights
Guelph, Ont., January 27, 2025 – We’re collecting the community’s feedback on the draft Official Plan Amendment (OPA) before the OPA is brought back to City Council this spring (view the official notice). We recently reached out to the community to learn about what taller buildings in the Downtown area would mean to you. Through…
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City of Guelph takes steps to advance property development in Southgate Business Park
Guelph, Ont., January 14, 2025 – Today, Council took an important step towards advancing the Southgate Business Park, which will allow more businesses to invest in Guelph and bring hundreds of jobs to the city. The property at 384 Crawley Road, designated for industrial use, requires substantial tree removals to support future development. Council met…
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Guelph Shops launches updated website just in time for the holiday shopping season
in BusinessUpdated website provides a user-friendly option for residents to shop at locally-grown businesses Guelph, Ont., November 29, 2024 – An updated and improved Guelph Shops website has launched ahead of the holiday shopping season. The updated website includes enhanced features to highlight local small businesses. The website features include: Automated business listings collected during the…
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Guelph Tourism invests in local experiences to grow the visitor economy
in Tourism$86,300 awarded to tourism operators and events to enhance visitor experience Guelph, Ont., November 4, 2024 – The City of Guelph and Destination Marketing Guelph are thrilled to announce the successful implementation of the inaugural Tourism Funding Programs. This initiative has awarded a total of $86,300 to tourism operators and special events through a competitive…
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City announces implementation of online Lobbyist Registry, bylaw in effect October 1
Guelph, Ont., September 30, 2024 – The City of Guelph has implemented a new online lobbyist registry. The registry provides the public with the ability to see who is lobbying public office holders in Guelph, including who the lobbyist was, who was lobbied, the subject matter of the lobbying and the date the lobbying occurred.…
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Seasonal patio program
in TourismWater barrier deinstall for downtown patios starting September 28 Guelph, Ont., September 28, 2024 – As the summer ends, the City is gearing up to collect all water barriers used for the Seasonal Patio Program. All businesses included in the Seasonal Patio Program are required to have their patio platforms, lighting, planters, debris, and any…
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Learn more about Guelph’s development of an affordable housing Community Improvement Plan
Guelph, Ont., August 26, 2024 – On September 5, the City of Guelph will host two information sessions to share information about the development of Guelph’s affordable housing Community Improvement Plan (CIP). The proposed program will provide financial incentives for developers and homebuilders to rehabilitate the city’s existing housing supply into affordable purpose-built rentals and…
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Guelph Tourism launches funding streams to support tourism product development
in BusinessTourism funding streams open for visitor-oriented events, experiences, and assets to boost Guelph’s tourism industry. Guelph, Ont., June 3, 2024— The City of Guelph and Destination Marketing Guelph are excited to announce the launch of the Tourism Grants Program, designed to support the development and attraction of new tourism initiatives across Guelph. On April 16,…
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City of Guelph seeks property donations for a temporary structured encampment
Guelph, Ont., March 25, 2024 – In response to a mayoral direction issued on February 28, the City of Guelph is seeking private property donations to (potentially) establish a temporary structured encampment as part of its ongoing efforts to address unsheltered homelessness. Property owners within Guelph are invited to identify potential sites suitable for conversion…
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City of Guelph asks businesses to support waste reduction strategy
In 2022, Guelph Council approved a single-use items bylaw that banned plastic shopping bags and polystyrene foam containers and cups. At that time, Council also asked us to collect feedback from the community about paying fees for disposable cups and reusable bags. We appreciated the community feedback and having heard that some community members supported…