The City is loosening restrictions on parks, greenspaces and sports fields, including opening unfenced leash-free areas and tennis courts, on Saturday, May 23. Continue reading Leash-free areas, tennis courts and greenspaces reopening
Category Archives: Parks and trails
Leash-free areas, tennis courts and greenspaces reopening
May 20, 2020Community gardens open May 15 under COVID-19 guidelines
May 12, 2020Community gardens in Guelph will open on May 15, following the Provincial Order to include community gardens as an essential service during COVID-19. Continue reading Community gardens open May 15 under COVID-19 guidelines
Weed control work along rail tracks May 25-26
May 1, 2020Mowing and hazard tree removals underway
April 29, 2020We’re resuming hazard tree removals and a reduced schedule of mowing in our parks and sports fields. Continue reading Mowing and hazard tree removals underway
City following medical officer’s advice to close play structures, skate park, fenced dog park
March 23, 2020We’re replacing four playgrounds in 2020
March 5, 2020We’re replacing four playgrounds in spring 2020. You’re invited to have your say on the playground design by March 23. Continue reading We’re replacing four playgrounds in 2020
Trees in the city – plaudits for sustainable urban forestry trailblazers
February 5, 2020Media release originally published by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the Arbor Day Foundation. Continue reading Trees in the city – plaudits for sustainable urban forestry trailblazers
Invasive species removals coming to parks and natural areas
January 27, 2020This summer, we’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
Proposed changes to fenced leash-free areas going to Council February 3
January 24, 2020A report to Council that outlines next steps for fenced leash-free areas at Peter Misersky, Bristol Street and Lee Street Parks is now online. Continue reading Proposed changes to fenced leash-free areas going to Council February 3
South section of Silvercreek Park trail closed due to flooding
January 13, 2020The south side of Silvercreek Park trail is temporarily closed due to flooding from Edinburgh Road North to the Hanlon Expressway. Continue reading South section of Silvercreek Park trail closed due to flooding
Ash tree removal in Preservation Park starts January 13
December 17, 2019We’re removing ash and hazard trees from Preservation Park starting January 13 that are affected by emerald ash borer. Continue reading Ash tree removal in Preservation Park starts January 13
Telephone survey for leash-free areas underway
December 12, 2019The City is conducting a telephone survey about leash-free facilities in Guelph. Feedback will be used to inform a report to Council in 2020. Continue reading Telephone survey for leash-free areas underway
It’s your voice! Have your say on trails, parks and recreation in Guelph
November 25, 2019How can we improve your trail experience? Do you live close enough to a park? Do you prefer drop-in or registered recreation programs? Continue reading It’s your voice! Have your say on trails, parks and recreation in Guelph
Riverside Park pond and floral clock under construction until spring 2020
November 15, 2019The Riverside Park pond and floral clock areas are under renovation for the winter from now until May 1, weather permitting. Continue reading Riverside Park pond and floral clock under construction until spring 2020
Temporary trail closure: Downtown Trail/TransCanada Trail alongside Goldie Mill Park
August 27, 2019Part 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
Outdoor pools and splash pads
August 14, 2019Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads
City’s Leash Free Policy now in effect
July 18, 2019The City’s new Leash Free Policy changes how dog owners use sports fields as leash-free areas and paves the way for fenced dog parks. Continue reading City’s Leash Free Policy now in effect
Trail improvements coming to Crane Park starting July 15
July 10, 2019Trail improvements are starting as a part of the next phase of the Crane Park Revitalization Project starting on July 15, 2019. Continue reading Trail improvements coming to Crane Park starting July 15
Your parks. Your recreation. Your voice.
June 6, 2019The City of Guelph is updating its Parks and Recreation Master Plan to guide how it plans for the future development of recreational services and infrastructure in Guelph. Continue reading Your parks. Your recreation. Your voice.
Construction of Cedarvale Avenue Park starts June 10
June 5, 2019Construction of Cedarvale Avenue Park starts June 10 and will be completed by fall, weather permitting. Please stay out of the fenced area for safety. Continue reading Construction of Cedarvale Avenue Park starts June 10
Indigenous community partners with City to create Sacred Fire space in Royal City Park
June 3, 2019Local First Nations, Métis, Mixed Ancestry, Inuit and the City of Guelph are excited to share the completion of a Sacred Fire space located in Royal City Park. Continue reading Indigenous community partners with City to create Sacred Fire space in Royal City Park
June is Recreation and Parks Month
May 21, 2019Join in celebrating the benefits of recreation and parks in everyday life. Continue reading June is Recreation and Parks Month
Leash Free Policy lays the framework for fenced dog parks
May 9, 2019The City’s draft Leash Free Policy has been posted on the City’s website, outlining the framework for the future of off-leash dogs in Guelph parks. Continue reading Leash Free Policy lays the framework for fenced dog parks
Clean and green collects a hippo’s worth of garbage
April 30, 2019A record number of parks, trails and green spaces were cleared of 3,300 kilograms during Clean and Green this past Saturday. Continue reading Clean and green collects a hippo’s worth of garbage
New Parkland Dedication Bylaw in effect January 31
January 29, 2019Council has approved a new Parkland Dedication Bylaw that will be implemented January 31. Continue reading New Parkland Dedication Bylaw in effect January 31
Council reviews Parkland Dedication Bylaw January 14
January 4, 2019Council will consider an updated Parkland Dedication Bylaw at the January 14 Committee of the Whole meeting. The Bylaw goes to Council January 28. Continue reading Council reviews Parkland Dedication Bylaw January 14
Phase one trail improvements coming to Crane Park starting September 5
August 27, 2018The 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
Riverside Park playground opens
June 28, 2018Activating Guelph’s parks
June 25, 2018Final design selected for the Ward to Downtown Bridge
June 19, 2018The draft Parkland Dedication Bylaw is now ready for review
April 20, 2018City plans for remediation work at Goldie Mill Park
April 16, 2018Mico Valeriote Park Master Plan engagement summary
March 29, 2018City seeks input on Cedarvale Avenue Park
December 11, 2017South End Community Park stage II archeological investigation
September 29, 2017City seeks input on parkland dedication strategy
September 22, 2017City takes first place in municipal floral display competition
August 19, 2016Potential Brant Community Hub
May 26, 2016Guelph is creating spaces for people as we grow
May 18, 2016Guelph’s Market Square and pollinator park are listed among 15 “Thriving Places” in the Greater Golden Horseshoe Continue reading Guelph is creating spaces for people as we grow