Category Archives: Getting Around

Based on the advice from Guelph’s Medical Officer of Health to slow the spread of COVID-19, the City of Guelph has declared an emergency, closed City buildings to the public and cancelled all meetings and events. Continue reading City of Guelph responding to Coronavirus

Guelph Transit is making additional service changes as part of the City’s response to coronavirus (COVID-19). Continue reading Guelph Transit changing service to slow the spread of coronavirus

At its emergency meeting tonight, Guelph City Council unanimously approved fiscal relief measures to help residents and businesses manage the impacts of COVID-19. Continue reading City Council approves fiscal relief measures for Guelph residents and businesses in wake of COVID-19

Based on advice from Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health, and the Ontario government’s declaration of an emergency, the City of Guelph is closing all city facilities to the public to slow the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) Continue reading All City facilities now closed to the public

Open houses (March 23 and April 2) are postponed. You’re invited to attend one of two open houses as we show how the community’s feedback over the past 18 months has influenced the Urban Design Master Plan for the Baker District redevelopment project. Continue reading Postponed: March 23 open house shows Urban Design Master Plan for Baker District

Wyndham Street North will be closed from Macdonell Street to Quebec Street to through traffic for about 2 weeks, starting Monday, April 6. Continue reading Construction notice: Wyndham Street North closed starting April 6

The railway crossing at Dublin Street no longer meets updated Transport Canada regulations. The closure of Dublin at the rail crossing is needed to make sure that people walking and driving through this area stay safe.
Continue reading Safety regulations spur plans to close Dublin Street at railway crossing

Guelph Residents to Benefit from Improved Green Public Transit Infrastructure Continue reading Guelph residents to benefit from improved green public transit infrastructure

We’re expanding service along route 16 and making some minor schedule adjustments to routes 16 and 17, starting January 5, 2020. Continue reading Minor changes to Guelph Transit routes 16 and 17

Get OnYourWay with the reloadable tap and go Guelph Transit card starting January 17, 2020—a new, faster and more secure way to pay for bus fares in Guelph. Continue reading Get on your way with Guelph Transit’s tap and go card

Guelph City Council approved the tax-supported operating budget and the local boards and shared services budget today, bringing the tax levy increase in at 3.91 per cent Continue reading Guelph City Council approves 2020 budget

… Continue reading Crews responding to a water main break on Eramosa Road at Meyer Drive

Speedvale Avenue is closed between the Hanlon Expressway and Silvercreek Parkway. Please avoid the area until further notice. Continue reading City crews responding to water main break on Speedvale Avenue

Starting in November 2019, Metrolinx will be hosting a number of public meetings to share information and seek your feedback on the Guelph Subdivision Transit Project Assessment Process (TPAP). Continue reading Metrolinx public meeting for Kitchener Corridor Expansion Program, November 20

We’re making it easier and more convenient for you to book a trip on our mobility buses. Now, in addition to calling us, you can schedule a pickup online with the new app. Continue reading Booking a ride on a mobility bus just got easier

City Council approved the 2020 capital budget and the non-tax supported operating budget, and received the 2021–2029 capital forecast. Continue reading Council approves 2020 capital budget and non-tax supported operating budget

This month, the City will celebrate the long-awaited completion of the Wilson Street road improvements and the grand opening of the new Market Parkade. The new Norfolk Street pedestrian bridge will also open, and the Wilson Street public art project will be unveiled along with four new murals created as part of the Main Street Mural Project. All work was completed within planned budgets. Continue reading Market Parkade and Wilson Street improvements completed within budget and with sustainability in mind

The City of Guelph has finished construction of the new bridge on Niska Road, and the roadway has reopened for travel to people driving, biking and walking. Continue reading Niska bridge and road reopens for travel, includes multi-use path

Construction on Gordon Street is expected to start on or about October 21 and take about four weeks to complete, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction notice: Gordon Street lane reductions starting October 21

The City is looking for input on proposed smoking and alcohol regulations through two online surveys running from September 30 to October 13. Continue reading City looking for feedback on proposed smoking and alcohol regulations

… Continue reading Guelph Transit survey asks how you would use a reloadable fare card

Try out the temporary two-way protected bike lane on Woolwich Street from September 13-20 and share your feedback to help guide the Transportation Master Plan. Complete the survey at haveyoursay.guelph.ca/transportation Continue reading Temporary protected bike lane coming to Woolwich Street, September 13-20

Part of the Downtown Trail/TransCanada Trail that runs past Goldie Mill Park will be closed for restoration work starting August 27 until further notice. Continue reading Temporary trail closure: Downtown Trail/TransCanada Trail alongside Goldie Mill Park

We’re making some minor changes to the transit system, starting September 1, as part of our ongoing effort to improve the service for riders. Continue reading Guelph Transit introduces 59 U Gordon Express, makes minor changes to system

Learn about Guelph’s progress implementing its cycling master plan and active transportation network. Continue reading Active Transportation Update Report

Tell us how the current transportation system is working and what improvements you want to see in the future. Get involved at haveyoursay.guelph.ca/transportation Continue reading Moving Guelph forward with your input

This summer, Guelph Transit is hosting demonstration sessions to show cyclists how to properly use the bike rack on the front of its conventional buses.  Continue reading Learn how to use Guelph Transit’s bike racks

… Continue reading Baker District archaeological and environmental investigations start mid-July

We’re lifting the restriction to right turn on a red light at the intersection of Victoria Road North and Eastview Road starting July 12. Continue reading Right turn restriction at Victoria/Eastview lifts July 12

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Open house for York Road Environmental Design Study on May 9, 2019 at Guelph City Hall. Continue reading Open house: York Road Environmental Design Study

… Continue reading New traffic signals and system upgrades will improve travel in Guelph

At Tuesday night’s meeting, Council unanimously endorsed 12 recommendations outlined in the final report for the Guelph Transit business service review. Continue reading Council endorses recommendations to improve transit service in Guelph

The final report for the Guelph Transit business service review will be presented to Council on Tuesday, January 29 at 6 p.m. Continue reading City shares Guelph Transit business service review final report

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We’re making some minor schedule adjustments, starting January 7, 2019. Continue reading Minor tweaks to Guelph Transit routes 10 and 17

Guelph Transit is installing new reflective signs at its bus stops. Continue reading Guelph Transit installs new signs at bus stops

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… Continue reading Clair-Maltby Public Workshop: Policy Directions

… Continue reading Ride bus for free to River Run, Sleeman Centre events

The City is working in Crane Park starting September 5, 2018 to improve the existing trail and remove invasive buckthorn. Continue reading Phase one trail improvements coming to Crane Park starting September 5

Starting Monday morning, those travelling through the Gordon Street and Stone Road intersection will notice new pavement markings. New features will make travel through the intersection safer for people on bikes and in cars. Continue reading Protected intersection makes left turns safer for cyclists

… Continue reading Guelph Transit’s Special Event Fare program here to stay

… Continue reading Final design selected for the Ward to Downtown Bridge

… Continue reading Bus tickets available at Guelph Public Library branches

… Continue reading Council passes Election Sign Bylaw

A new provincial-federal agreement earmarks up to $106 million over 10 years for potential Guelph transit infrastructure projects. Continue reading Guelph transit gets federal-provincial funding boost

… Continue reading U-pass program extended to Guelph’s Conestoga College students

… Continue reading City improves application process for subsidy programs