The City of Guelph is lifting capacity limits and social distancing requirements at facilities that require proof of vaccination following a provincial announcement on Friday. Continue reading Museums and recreation centres gradually increase capacity in support of provincial announcement
Category Archives: Sports and recreation
Museums and recreation centres gradually increase capacity in support of provincial announcement
October 26, 2021Sports fields and ball diamonds updates (October 25, 2021)
October 25, 2021Staff 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 diamonds updates (October 25, 2021)
Volunteer to build and lead an outdoor community ice rink
October 25, 2021Plans for the 2021 outdoor community ice rink season are underway and we need community volunteers in groups of four or more to apply to create and manage a rink this winter in some of our parks. Continue reading Volunteer to build and lead an outdoor community ice rink
City of Guelph services during COVID-19
October 25, 2021Guelph’s municipal programs and services during COVID-19. Follow us on Facebook or Twitter using #COVID19Guelph for updates. Continue reading City of Guelph services during COVID-19
Outdoor community ice rinks
October 19, 2021Guelph’s outdoor skating rinks are maintained by neighbourhood volunteers. These unsupervised ice rinks are for everyone to enjoy. Continue reading Outdoor community ice rinks
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)
CN 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
Holiday hours for City facilities and services
October 6, 2021Holiday hours for City of Guelph facilities and programs. Continue reading Holiday hours for City facilities and services
Engagement underway for bike park and splash pad at Eastview Park
October 5, 2021Tree planting at Goldie Mill and Green Meadows parks starts October 4
October 1, 2021Vaccination proof needed to access some City programs, services as of September 22
September 17, 2021Starting Wednesday, September 22, the Ontario government requires residents to be fully vaccinated (including the 14-day waiting period) and provide their vaccination receipts or medical exemption alongside government-issued identification to access some indoor City programs and services. Continue reading Vaccination proof needed to access some City programs, services as of September 22
Portions of Silvercreek skatepark closed starting September 20
September 17, 2021Outdoor pools and splash pads
September 14, 2021Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads
Invasive species removals coming to parks and natural areas
September 8, 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
New policy requires City staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or regularly tested
August 27, 2021The City of Guelph is implementing a new COVID-19 vaccination policy for employees. Continue reading New policy requires City staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or regularly tested
Register for fall recreation programs September 8
August 24, 2021Registered recreation programs are back this fall with registration kicking off on Wednesday, September 8 at 7:30 a.m. Continue reading Register for fall recreation programs September 8
Norm Jary basketball complex construction starts August 23
August 17, 2021The old tennis and basketball courts at Norm Jary Park are under construction starting on or around August 23 to build a new basketball complex. Continue reading Norm Jary basketball complex construction starts August 23
St. George’s Park courts closed September 7 for construction
August 9, 2021The St. George’s Park courts will be closed for construction starting September 7 until spring 2022, weather permitting Continue reading St. George’s Park courts closed September 7 for construction
Join us for Park Activation fun at Margaret Greene, Exhibition parks
August 6, 2021Get ready kids, our popular Park Activation program is back for another summer of fun! Continue reading Join us for Park Activation fun at Margaret Greene, Exhibition parks
Park washrooms are open for the season
July 28, 2021Washrooms open in our parks and along trails. Continue reading Park washrooms are open for the season
Trail improvements coming to Crane Park August 3
July 20, 2021Construction at Crane Park starts August 3 to continue the revitalization of trails and natural spaces. Continue reading Trail improvements coming to Crane Park August 3
City prepares to enter step three in Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen
July 14, 2021On Friday, July 16, the Ontario government will further reduce COVID-19 restrictions to allow indoor gatherings, outdoor festivals, visitors to River Run and Sleeman centres, and reopening of museums and recreation facilities. Continue reading City prepares to enter step three in Ontario’s Roadmap to Reopen
Riverside Park amusement rides
July 14, 2021Riverside Park rides: carousel and miniature train operating hours, tickets and passes. Continue reading Riverside Park amusement rides
Reconstruction of five Guelph playgrounds starts July 19
July 13, 2021Guelph, Ont., July 13, 2021 – The City is replacing five Guelph playgrounds starting July 19: Bullfrog Pond, Clair, Kortright Hills, W.E. Hamilton and Westminster Parks. Continue reading Reconstruction of five Guelph playgrounds starts July 19
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
Vote on designs for Hammill Park by July 7
June 15, 2021We’re starting the process to create a new neighbourhood park located at 51 Skinner Drive, the northwest corner of Starwood Drive and Watson Parkway. Continue reading Vote on designs for Hammill Park by July 7
UPDATED: COVID-safe summer fun at Guelph camps, parks and patios
June 7, 2021Guelph wants people to get outside for some COVID-safe summer fun in City parks, recreation facilities and day camps. Continue reading UPDATED: COVID-safe summer fun at Guelph camps, parks and patios
Market Square wading pool status
June 7, 2021Hours and status of Market Square skating rink/wading pool Continue reading Market Square wading pool status
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
Guelph basketball, tennis courts, skate park and sports fields to open Saturday, May 22
May 20, 2021Starting on Saturday, May 22, up to five people can gather outdoors, and the City is permitted to open all outdoor recreation facilities. Continue reading Guelph basketball, tennis courts, skate park and sports fields to open Saturday, May 22
Basketball complex coming to Norm Jary Park for 2021
May 17, 2021The old tennis and basketball courts at Norm Jary Park are getting a face lift, turning the space into a basketball court complex in 2021. Continue reading Basketball complex coming to Norm Jary Park for 2021
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
Construction of new park in Dallan subdivision starts May 3
April 22, 2021Construction at a park in Dallan subdivision, located at 158 Poppy Drive East, will start May 3 and be completed by September 10, weather permitting. Continue reading Construction of new park in Dallan subdivision starts May 3
Guelph skate park and sports fields, playgrounds, trails and dog parks open
April 18, 2021Only leave home for groceries, medical appointments, exercise, essential work or childcare. Continue reading Guelph skate park and sports fields, playgrounds, trails and dog parks open
The Value of One, the Power of Many
April 15, 2021April 18 to 24, 2021 is National Volunteer Week in Guelph! Continue reading The Value of One, the Power of Many
Construction of new Hanlon Creek splash pad and washrooms starts April 19
April 12, 2021Construction 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
Guelph parks remain open, recreation centres to close
April 1, 2021Ontario government announced a provincewide shut down in an effort to control the spread of COVID-19 and variants of concern. New restrictions will be in effect starting April 3, 2021 until at least May 1, 2021. Continue reading Guelph parks remain open, recreation centres to close
Do you love to write or draw?
March 3, 2021We’re looking for youth and seniors in our community to sign up to be a part of our letter writing program—Greetings from Guelph. Continue reading Do you love to write or draw?
City removing Ash trees from Royal City Park starting March 8
February 26, 2021We’re removing 21 ash trees affected by Emerald Ash Borer from Royal City Park starting March 8 Continue reading City removing Ash trees from Royal City Park starting March 8
City launches online appointment scheduling for select services
February 25, 2021Commissioner of Oaths appointments, Freedom of Information requests, and picnic shelter reservations can now be booked online. Continue reading City launches online appointment scheduling for select services
City launches engagement for potential disc golf course at Eastview Community Park
February 18, 2021Engagement is underway to understand the level of support and any concerns about locating a new nine or 18-hole disc golf course at Eastview Community Park. Continue reading City launches engagement for potential disc golf course at Eastview Community Park
Goldie Mill Park and ruins reopens February 18
February 17, 2021After two years of remediation and repair work, Goldie Mill Park and ruins reopens to the public February 18. Continue reading Goldie Mill Park and ruins reopens February 18
Margaret Greene Park ruled out as power substation site
January 21, 2021The people have spoken: new playground designs announced for five Guelph playgrounds
January 21, 2021New playground designs have been chosen for Bullfrog Pond, Clair, Kortright Hills, Westminster Woods and W.E. Hamilton Parks. Continue reading The people have spoken: new playground designs announced for five Guelph playgrounds
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
We’re listening! Share your thoughts on Guelph’s trails
November 24, 2020We want to hear your feedback on Guelph trails by December 15 at haveyoursay.guelph.ca. Continue reading We’re listening! Share your thoughts on Guelph’s trails
Guelph enhances COVID-19 screening for sports and scheduled events at City facilities
November 14, 2020Enhanced screening for recreation classes, programs, sports and other scheduled events at City facilities Continue reading Guelph enhances COVID-19 screening for sports and scheduled events at City facilities
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
Help us name new Guelph trail and parks
October 28, 2020Guelph’s getting a new recreational trail and three parks, and we need your help naming them. Submit name suggestions by November 20. Continue reading Help us name new Guelph trail and parks