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 programs and events. Continue reading City of Guelph responding to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Category Archives: Recreation
City of Guelph responding to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
July 10, 2020Sports field status
June 30, 2020Staff 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 field status
Summer water fun starts Saturday!
June 26, 2020The City’s splash pads, wading pools and outdoor pool are opening for the summer season with enhanced health and safety practices in place to keep you safe. Continue reading Summer water fun starts Saturday!
Outdoor pools and splash pads
June 24, 2020Operating hours for Guelph’s outdoor swimming pool, splash pads and wading pools Continue reading Outdoor pools and splash pads
Guelph opening outdoor pools, splash pads, washrooms, Farmers’ Market and ServiceGuelph with COVID-19 measures in place
June 19, 2020Guelph is set to open a few facilities over the next few weeks with measures in place to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Continue reading Guelph opening outdoor pools, splash pads, washrooms, Farmers’ Market and ServiceGuelph with COVID-19 measures in place
Guelph’s COVID-19 recovery efforts well underway
June 17, 2020Guelph City Council approves downtown dining district, increasing support for local non-profit organizations and reinstating parking fees, transit fares Continue reading Guelph’s COVID-19 recovery efforts well underway
It’s Recreation and Parks Month—virtual style!
June 1, 2020It’s time to get active—at home and outdoors—during Recreation and Parks Month Continue reading It’s Recreation and Parks Month—virtual style!
Guelph summer camps, recreation programs, permits and events at City facilities cancelled until September 8, 2020
May 29, 2020If you registered for programs or classes, rented a sports field, booked a picnic shelter or reserved any other recreation facility before September 8, 2020, you will receive a refund. Continue reading Guelph summer camps, recreation programs, permits and events at City facilities cancelled until September 8, 2020
To our volunteers, thank you!
April 19, 2020Celebrate the value of volunteering! National Volunteer Week, April 19 to 25. Continue reading To our volunteers, thank you!
Guelph Community Guide: register for spring and summer recreation programs on March 4
February 25, 2020Mark your calendar! Registration day is Wednesday, March 4 (starting at 7:30 a.m.) for spring and summer City recreation programs. Continue reading Guelph Community Guide: register for spring and summer recreation programs on March 4
Day camp for January 21
January 14, 2020We’re offering a Day Camp on Tuesday, January 21 for kids 4–12 years of age. The day includes games, crafts and songs—all wrapped up in one day of fun! Continue reading Day camp for January 21
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
Staff recommends early end to Centennial Pool license agreement
August 22, 2019Centennial Pool has reached the end of its life cycle and is no longer financially sustainable. Continue reading Staff recommends early end to Centennial Pool license agreement
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.
Background and updates on recent Development Charge changes and the new Community Benefits Charge Framework (Bill 108)
May 31, 2019June 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
Limitless Guelph receives PRO Award of Excellence
February 7, 2019The City of Guelph’s Limitless Guelph program is receiving a 2019 PRO Award of Excellence from Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO). Continue reading Limitless Guelph receives PRO Award of Excellence
Outdoor play features arrive at Victoria Road Rec Centre
September 12, 2018Riverside Park playground opens
June 28, 2018Activating Guelph’s parks
June 25, 2018City provides update on South End Community Centre project
June 8, 2018City improves application process for subsidy programs
January 25, 2018City hires architect for South End Community Centre detailed design
November 15, 2017City receives $115,400 from Ontario government
October 2, 2017Celebrate the grand reopening of Guelph’s Victoria Road Recreation Centre
June 20, 2017Guelph Community Pottery Centre finds new permanent home
April 26, 2017April marks one year construction anniversary of the Victoria Road Recreation Centre renovation
April 13, 2017Go behind the scenes at Victoria Road Recreation Centre
March 16, 2017Guelph wins Festival and Events Ontario’s “Municipality of the Year” award
March 6, 2017Guelph received the 2017 Municipality of the Year Award from Festivals and Events Ontario Continue reading Guelph wins Festival and Events Ontario’s “Municipality of the Year” award
Plans underway for Victoria Road Recreation Centre grand reopening
February 22, 2017Construction continues at Victoria Road Recreation Centre
January 31, 2017Countdown is on!
January 13, 2017We’ve got partial occupancy
October 4, 2016Caution: Wet paint!
September 6, 2016Masonry work begins
August 9, 2016Elevator work happening
July 19, 2016Construction is moving along
July 14, 2016City publishes quarterly updates on large construction projects
July 14, 2016Ontario announces year-three Seniors Community Grant recipients
June 20, 2016Ontario is investing up to $13,990 in three projects in Guelph and Wellington County through the Seniors Community Grant program, which will help seniors stay connected, active and engaged in their communities. Continue reading Ontario announces year-three Seniors Community Grant recipients
Construction, demolition work well underway
June 20, 2016Silvercreek Skatepark opens Thursday afternoon
June 7, 2016Council gives final green light for renovations to start
March 23, 2016On March 31, 2016 Victoria Road Recreation Centre (VRRC) will close to the public for 12 to 15 months while the facility undergoes extensive renovations. Continue reading Council gives final green light for renovations to start