Staff will make the decision by 2 p.m. if sports fields are to be closed for the duration of the day and evening. Continue reading Sports fields and ball diamond updates
Category Archives: Sports and recreation
Sports fields and ball diamond updates
September 30, 2022Construction notice: Hadati Creek Trail disruption
September 30, 2022Ride Guelph Transit for free to all Guelph Storm home games
September 28, 2022Calling all green thumbs: We’re accepting applications for new community gardens until October 30
September 26, 2022Holiday hours for City facilities and services
September 26, 2022Holiday hours for City of Guelph facilities and programs. Continue reading Holiday hours for City facilities and services
Outdoor pools and splash pads
September 19, 2022Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads
Riverside Park carousel and miniature train
September 19, 2022Riverside Park rides: carousel and miniature train operating hours, tickets and passes. Continue reading Riverside Park carousel and miniature train
Construction notice: Roofing work at the West End Community Centre starting September 14
September 13, 2022Dive into a new job! Join us for Aquatic Hiring Days September 9, 16 and 23
September 2, 2022Are you a certified lifeguard, want to be a lifeguard or swim instructor, or simply want a job by the pool? Then bring your swimsuit, resume and a towel to one of three Aquatic Hiring Days on September 9, 16 and 23. Continue reading Dive into a new job! Join us for Aquatic Hiring Days September 9, 16 and 23
Updated: Fall recreation program registration opens September 7
August 17, 2022Public notice: Have your say in the homestretch of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan by August 28
August 8, 2022Guelph, Ont., August 8, 2022 – Engagement for the Parks and Recreation Master Plan is underway until August 28. The final plan will guide parks and recreation growth over the next 10 years. Continue reading Public notice: Have your say in the homestretch of the Parks and Recreation Master Plan by August 28
Meadow maintenance underway in Guelph parks and natural areas in August
August 2, 2022We’re preparing Guelph natural areas for yearly meadow maintenance, including mowing, throughout August until mid-September. Continue reading Meadow maintenance underway in Guelph parks and natural areas in August
Notice of Parkland Dedication By-law passing
July 28, 2022Guelph City Council passed an updated Parkland Dedication By-law No. 2022-20717 on July 18, 2022. Continue reading Notice of Parkland Dedication By-law passing
Construction of new Hanlon Creek splash pad and washrooms starts April 19
July 26, 2022Construction of the newly-designed Hanlon Creek Park splash pad and washrooms starts April 19 and is expected to be complete by the end of October 2021, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction of new Hanlon Creek splash pad and washrooms starts April 19
Park washrooms
July 20, 2022Washrooms open in our parks and along trails. Continue reading Park washrooms
Groundwater monitoring well installation at Peter Misersky Park and Joe Veroni Park starts July 19
July 15, 2022Riverside Park carousel and miniature train reopening May 20
May 2, 2022Get your conductor hats and riding boots ready for the year’s first spin of the Riverside Park carousel and miniature train. Continue reading Riverside Park carousel and miniature train reopening May 20
Council endorses Park Plan ahead of integration into the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
April 27, 2022Guelph’s draft Park Plan was ratified by City Council on Monday, April 25 following a staff presentation to Council and the community earlier this month. Continue reading Council endorses Park Plan ahead of integration into the Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Sliding in for a win: Guelph Sports Hall of Fame welcomes five inductees
April 6, 2022The Guelph Sports Hall of Fame Board of Directors is pleased to announce the names of the 2020 inductees who will be celebrated following a two-year pause on the annual inductee dinner due to COVID-19. Continue reading Sliding in for a win: Guelph Sports Hall of Fame welcomes five inductees
Guelph’s Park Plan heading to Council on April 4
March 24, 2022The Park Plan report is ready for community and Council review ahead of April Council meetings that will see Guelph’s parks become future ready. Continue reading Guelph’s Park Plan heading to Council on April 4
Outdoor community ice rinks
March 16, 2022Guelph’s outdoor skating rinks are maintained by neighbourhood volunteers. These unsupervised ice rinks are for everyone to enjoy. Continue reading Outdoor community ice rinks
Guelph facilities to move to next phase of reopening today
February 17, 2022Kids ride free on Guelph Transit for one-year pilot
February 4, 2022Starting March 1, kids five to 12 years old can ride Guelph Transit for free with a registered OnYourWay fare card. Continue reading Kids ride free on Guelph Transit for one-year pilot
City facilities begin reopening January 31
January 21, 2022Construction underway at Eastview Park this winter
January 17, 2022Construction is set to start on two projects at Eastview Park in mid-January including ash and hazard tree removals and the new 18-hole disc golf course at Eastview Park. Continue reading Construction underway at Eastview Park this winter
City assesses Guelph’s park needs ahead of Parkland Dedication Bylaw Review
January 6, 2022The City is looking for community input as it assesses Guelph’s current park system and determines future land needs as the community grows. Continue reading City assesses Guelph’s park needs ahead of Parkland Dedication Bylaw Review
Final splash pad for Eastview Park has been chosen
November 17, 2021During engagement for a new splash pad at Eastview Park from October 5-26, the community overwhelmingly supported the pollinator themed option. Continue reading Final splash pad for Eastview Park has been chosen
We’re replacing five playgrounds in 2022
November 16, 2021You’re invited to help us design the five playgrounds we’ll be replacing next year: Goldie Park, Gosling Gardens Park, Herb Markle Park, Howden Crescent Park and Sunny Acres Park. Continue reading We’re replacing five playgrounds in 2022
Prime time ice availability (How to check availability online)
October 18, 2021Prime time ice available at City facilities. Continue reading Prime time ice availability (How to check availability online)
Riverview Drive lane reductions starting October 25
October 15, 2021CN and Tree Canada collaborate to support City of Guelph’s tree canopy with $25,000 grant
October 8, 2021CN and Tree Canada collaborate to support City of Guelph’s tree canopy with $25,000 grant. Continue reading CN and Tree Canada collaborate to support City of Guelph’s tree canopy with $25,000 grant
Market Square wading pool status
July 20, 2021Hours and status of Market Square skating rink/wading pool Continue reading Market Square wading pool status
Council approves Guelph Trail Master Plan update
June 29, 2021Guelph City Council has approved the .updated Guelph Trail Master Plan (GTMP) following community support. Continue reading Council approves Guelph Trail Master Plan update
Invasive species removals coming to parks and natural areas
June 21, 2021We’re working to improve ecological health in our parks and natural areas by removing invasive plant species like buckthorn and dog strangling vine. Continue reading Invasive species removals coming to parks and natural areas
Updated Guelph Trail Master Plan prioritizes growth, sustainability of trail system
May 27, 2021The City has released the draft Guelph Trail Master Plan (GTMP) for community and Council consideration ahead of the Committee of the Whole meeting on June 7 Continue reading Updated Guelph Trail Master Plan prioritizes growth, sustainability of trail system
Council approves names for Guelph parks and a trail
April 27, 2021City Council approved names submitted by the community and the Commemorative Naming Committee for three new Guelph parks and a trail in Guelph. Continue reading Council approves names for Guelph parks and a trail
Centralized Operations Campus recommended to deliver critical services as Guelph grows
April 22, 2021The City’s Operations Campus report, scheduled to go before Committee of the Whole on May 3, recommends a centralized campus of facilities. Continue reading Centralized Operations Campus recommended to deliver critical services as Guelph grows
Tennis courts availability
April 6, 2021Hours and opening dates for tennis courts in Guelph parks. Continue reading Tennis courts availability
Sleeman Breweries renews the naming rights to the City’s Sleeman Centre for another decade
January 11, 2021The City of Guelph and Sleeman Breweries are renewing a 10-year contract for the naming rights to the Sleeman Centre. Continue reading Sleeman Breweries renews the naming rights to the City’s Sleeman Centre for another decade
Design for new park in Dallan subdivision chosen by residents
November 12, 2020The design for a new park located at 158 Poppy Drive East within Dallan subdivision has been selected. Continue reading Design for new park in Dallan subdivision chosen by residents
New splash pad and washrooms at Hanlon Creek Park will use 100 per cent renewable energy
October 19, 2020The City has launched a design for the new splash pad and washrooms at Hanlon Creek Park, which will be built in spring 2021. Continue reading New splash pad and washrooms at Hanlon Creek Park will use 100 per cent renewable energy
It’s a green light for new central library, South End Community Centre
October 7, 2020City partners with public health and ARCH to address discarded needles in Guelph
September 25, 2020City partners with public health and ARCH to address discarded needles in Guelph. Continue reading City partners with public health and ARCH to address discarded needles in Guelph
Council approves Clair-Maltby open space system strategy
May 25, 2020Guelph Council approved the Clair-Maltby open space system strategy which plans for 38 hectares of open space, equal to almost 47 Canadian football fields. Continue reading Council approves Clair-Maltby open space system strategy
City hires architect for South End Community Centre detailed design
November 15, 2017Natural outdoor ice rinks
January 18, 2016Community ice rinks are maintained by neighbourhood volunteers. You are invited to share the use of these unsupervised ice rinks. Continue reading Natural outdoor ice rinks