Category Archives: Sports and recreation

Our community tree planting event is back! Guelph, Ont., April 9, 2025 – The City of Guelph is cohosting its third annual Earth Day tree planting event in partnership with the Rotary Club of Guelph and Trees for Guelph. Event details Date: Saturday, April 26, rain or shine Location: Hanlon Creek Forest, 335 Laird Road. Parking (including for bikes) and site access will be at this location. Time: 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Trees, shovels, mulch, pails, and planting instructions will all be provided. All you need to do is come out ready to plant! We’ll have our Water Wagon on site so you can stay hydrated while you plant. Please remember to bring a refillable water bottle to help reduce plastic waste. Leave your… Continue reading Celebrate Earth Day this year by planting trees

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Guelph, Ont., March 21, 2025 – We’re working to improve ecological health in our parks and natural areas by removing invasive plant species like buckthorn, Japanese knotweed, dog strangling vine and phragmites australis (also called common reed). Invasive species crowd out native species, threaten ecological integrity of parks and natural areas, and reduce habitat for wildlife. Removing both invasive species before they establish and spread protects our parks and natural areas. Removals take place between the months of March to November using mechanical and herbicide methods. The work for each site takes three to five days to complete, weather permitting, and signs will be installed in each location during the treatment. Please stay out of work areas when signs are present Both Garlon™ and Roundup… Continue reading Invasive species removals coming to parks and natural areas starting this spring

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We’re getting ready to turn the space at 249 Ambrous Crescent into a neighbourhood park and want the community’s input. Share your vision for the park by April 6! Continue reading Help plan a new park in the Kortright East neighbourhood

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Guelph, Ont., March 14, 2025 – Dive into leadership! Guelph Recreation has a new Aquatics Leadership Academy plan for those looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in aquatic leadership or become a certified swim instructor or lifeguard. This plan allows residents of Guelph to pay a one-time fee of $300 to register for all five core aquatic leadership courses. The plan can also be used for lane swims and drop-in skill development sessions, allowing you to practice your skills and receive feedback from leadership instructors. Save over 70 per cent when you buy the plan, instead of registering individually – that’s a savings of $785! Courses included in the plan are: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (ages 13+) Bronze Cross (ages 13+) Standard… Continue reading Guelph Recreation introduces the Aquatics Leadership Academy

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Hours and status of Market Square skating rink/wading pool Continue reading Market Square wading pool status

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Your input can help shape three City of Guelph playgrounds scheduled for replacement in 2026: O’Connor Lane Park, Severn Drive Park and Woodland Glen Park. Continue reading Help us design three City playgrounds on track for replacement in 2026

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Have your say by February 28, 2025 February 10, 2025 – Got a green thumb? We want to hear your feedback on the layout and locations for a new community garden proposed for Golfview Park and a pollinator habitat proposed for a site near Preservation Park off Southcreek Trail. Have your say on the proposed community garden and pollinator habitat What is a community garden? The proposed community garden at Golfview Park will be a traditional community garden, where you can rent a plot to grow and harvest your own fruits, vegetables, herbs or flowers. Community gardens are vibrant spaces that not only offer an opportunity for neighbours to work together to create a local food source, but also foster a sense of community and… Continue reading Calling all gardeners: A new community garden and pollinator habitat is coming your way!

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About the project An updated pottery and art space is coming to the West End Community Centre (WECC). The latest work in a series of improvements to the WECC will see the relocation of the Guelph Community Pottery Centre to the Community Centre, along with the additional arts programming space. Once complete, the new pottery and arts space will allow for increased participation in pottery programming, more arts programming and improved visitor experience thanks to upgraded amenities, shorter program waitlists and new programs. Construction scheduled for January to July 2025 The construction of the pottery and arts space at the West End Community Centre is scheduled to take place between January and July 2025. Temporary construction zones will be set up in and around the… Continue reading Next phase of West End Community Centre improvements begins January 6, 2025

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We want your input as we prepare final designs for three City of Guelph playgrounds scheduled for replacement in 2025: Colonial Drive Park, Holland Crescent Park and Highview Park. Continue reading Help finalize designs for three City playgrounds on track for replacement in 2025

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The City of Guelph is pleased to be receiving an investment of $175,000 from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) Tourism Growth Program in southern Ontario for the City’s Guelph Junction Railway Multi-Use Trail project. Continue reading City receives $175,000 from Government of Canada for Guelph Junction Railway Multi-Use Trail project

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Staff will make the decision by 2 p.m. if sportsfields are to be closed for the duration of the day and evening. Continue reading Sports fields and ball diamond updates

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Program schedule now available. Registration opens September 11 Guelph, Ont., August 21, 2024 – Registration for fall recreation programs starts September 11 at 7:30 a.m. Program options include swimming, sports and leisure activities. Fall schedules are now live on RecEnroll, so you can plan your programs before registration opens. Beginning September 11, register online at recenroll.ca or by phone at 519-837-5699. If you plan to pay cash or would prefer to register in person, please plan to register at the West End Community Centre or Victoria Road Recreation Centre. Online registration is quick and easy To make registering online even easier, you can add your credit card information to your RecEnroll account ahead of time. Here’s how: Log in to your account on recenroll.ca. Choose… Continue reading Fall recreation programs are just around the corner!

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Guelph, Ont., August 19, 2024 – The pool at the Victoria Road Recreation Centre will be closed from September 2-22, 2024 for maintenance. All aquatics programs and rentals will be unavailable during the closure, while the rest of the recreation centre facilities will remain open and operate as usual. Those interested in swimming are encouraged to visit the West End Community Centre located at 21 Imperial Road South. Information about aquatic programs at the West End Community Centre is available on recenroll.ca. The Victoria Road Recreation Centre, located at 151 Victoria Road North, is a fully accessible, multi-purpose community centre. It has a full range of facilities including an aquatic facility, single-pad arena and community meeting rooms. For more Information Breann Robb, Recreation Supervisor, Aquatics… Continue reading Pool at Victoria Road Recreation Centre to be closed September 2-22

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The closure is due to maintenance and facility improvements Guelph, Ont., August 14, 2024 – Guelph’s Evergreen Seniors Centre will be closed from September 1-30 for maintenance and improvements. Improvements include new flooring and cabinetry. Bistro 683 During the closure, Bistro 683 will take pre-orders and payment for five-packs of frozen meals. Ordering will happen during the last two weeks of August. Although frozen meals are always available for purchase at the Bistro, during the closure, meal pick-up will be limited to Thursday, August 29 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and again on Thursday, September 12 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. More information will be provided upon ordering. While the dining room will be closed, this provides folks the opportunity to stock up… Continue reading Evergreen Seniors Centre closed for the month of September

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Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads

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The City of Guelph is planning a new multi-use trail within the Guelph Junction Railway (GJR) corridor, connecting Woolwich Street to Woodlawn Road. Continue reading Guelph Junction Railway Multi-Use Trail to run from Woolwich Street to Woodlawn Road

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Several trail sections in Hanlon Creek Park to undergo paving and repair in July Continue reading Hanlon Creek Park trail closures for trail paving and repair begin in July

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Several trail sections in Gosling Gardens Park to undergo paving and repair in June Continue reading Gosling Gardens Park trail closures for trail paving and repair

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We’ve added a new temporary short disc golf loop at Margaret Greene Park (80 Westwood Road) and want to know if you think a disc golf course is a good fit for this park. Continue reading Have your say on a proposed disc golf course at Margaret Greene Park

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Kiinwi gda’aawmi Chi Naakinigwewin Bemaadizijik”   Translation: We are all Treaty People  “Dakokiiwin Maamwi”  Translation: Taking Steps Together  Guelph, Ont., ​May 30, 2024​ – In celebration of National Indigenous History Month this June, the City of Guelph is excited to unveil a new and exciting partnership with the Moccasin Identifier Project. This initiative will see the transformation of our historic Floral Clock at Riverside Park to include moccasins, representing the treaty partners of this area.   The Riverside Floral Clock will display two large moccasins in the Anishnaabe design with the words “We are all Treaty People” along the bottom. This message encapsulates the spirit of unity and recognition of treaties. It also serves as a reminder of the living history and ongoing contributions of Indigenous Peoples… Continue reading Guelph’s Riverside Park Floral Clock blooms with Indigenous Heritage this June

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June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM), an annual initiative led by Parks and Recreation Ontario, is just around the corner! It’s the perfect time to enjoy the City’s outdoor spaces and recreation programs, fun places and activities that offer ways to connect with the community and embrace an active lifestyle. Continue reading Community thrives in Guelph throughout June is Recreation and Parks Month and beyond

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Riverside Park rides: carousel and miniature train operating hours, tickets and passes. Continue reading Riverside Park carousel and miniature train

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Construction scheduled for spring 2024  Guelph, Ont., May 1, 2024 – The results are in! New playground designs have been chosen for Dovercliffe Park, Howitt Park, and University Village Park.  Construction will start this spring and be complete by the end of fall 2024. We’ll share on our Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) feeds when the new playgrounds are open.  Dovercliffe Park  38 Dovercliffe Road  The new playground at Dovercliffe Park will feature four distinct play areas with a colourful climber section, a rainbow slide, a playhouse, and a tall play area with shade. There will also be three straight slides and one curly slide, plus a separate swing set with two accessible swings, two toddler swings and two swings for older kids.  Design by:… Continue reading The people have spoken: New playground designs announced for three Guelph playgrounds

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We want your input on three City of Guelph playgrounds scheduled for replacement in 2025: Colonial Drive Park, Holland Crescent Park and Highview Park. Continue reading Three City of Guelph playgrounds on track for replacement in 2025

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Guelph’s outdoor skating rinks are maintained by neighbourhood volunteers. These unsupervised ice rinks are for everyone to enjoy. Continue reading Outdoor community ice rinks

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