Downtown
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Curious about Downtown construction? Visit our construction information fair on March 25!
Guelph, ON., March 17, 2026 – Big changes are coming to our Downtown as we begin construction on March 30 on Wyndham Street as part of our Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP). On March 25, we’re hosting a Downtown Infrastructure Construction Information Fair to inform our community about upcoming work in our Downtown. This work…
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Water operations work taking place overnight on March 16
Notice date: March 12, 2026 What’s happening: City crews are performing routine water system valve operations and maintenance in the downtown area. Why: This work will ensure valves are in working condition for upcoming watermain work for the Wyndham Street Reconstruction Project. When: Work will be completed overnight on Monday, March 16 (weather permitting). We will provide updates if the date changes. Changes during construction: Traffic lanes: Brief…
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City of Guelph awards Wyndham Street Reconstruction tender to Steed and Evans Ltd
Guelph, ON., March 5, 2026 – The City of Guelph has awarded Phase 1 of the Wyndham Street Reconstruction tender to Steed and Evans Ltd. for 24 million dollars. We’re happy to secure the tender and move the work forward as we renew our infrastructure and enable growth in downtown. The project was tendered to a list of pre-qualified contractors, and Steed and Evans Ltd. was selected as the lowest compliant bid, keeping the…
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The final plan for St. George’s Square is ready!
You gave us a lot of feedback this summer on the proposed design for St. George’s Square. We’ve incorporated your suggestions and are presenting the final plan to Council on December 16. The Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program is a multi-year project focused on replacing aging sewers, watermains and other critical underground infrastructure (some over a…
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Downtown Renewal (Macdonell and Allan Structures Municipal Class Environmental Assessment Study)
Notice of Study Completion As part of the Downtown Renewal project, the City of Guelph has completed a Municipal Class Environmental Assessment (MCEA) Study in the downtown core for the Macdonell Bridge and Allan’s Structures and Ward to Downtown pedestrian/cyclist crossing. This study was completed as a Schedule ‘B’ project, addressing Class EA Phases 1…
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The Family Fountain will be taken to storage as we prepare for the Downtown Revitalization construction
To prepare for the construction phase of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program starting in spring 2026, underground utility work is required to be completed. Starting in September, Alectra Utilities began replacing and upgrading the critical below-ground electrical infrastructure. Due to this work, the Family Fountain is required to be moved out of St. George’s Square…
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Macdonell and Allan’s Structures Environmental Assessment recommendations at the Committee of the Whole on October 7 for decision
Guelph, Ont., September 29, 2025 – Join Committee of the Whole on October 7 at 2 p.m. when the Macdonell and Allan’s structures environmental assessment recommendations are presented and discussed for decision. You can have your voice heard by registering to join virtually or in person, or by sending in comments, before October 3 at…
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Road work and lane reductions start in the north end of Downtown Guelph
Multiple streets are impacted including Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker Street We’re working to revitalize Downtown Guelph and we’re kicking off the summer with two projects that will impact streets in the north end of Downtown. You’ll notice local access only on Baker Street and overnight paving on Woolwich Street, Norfolk Street and Baker…
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NEW – no more gates at all city owned lots and parkades
Guelph is updating all parking lots and parkades so you can get in and out of City parking lots faster and easier, whether you have a permit or not.
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Share your thoughts on the design of St. George’s Square design and the Capital Implementation Plan for DTIRP
Guelph, Ont., June 13, 2025 – As part of the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program (DTIRP), the design for St. George’s Square, the Capital Implementation Plan and the construction mitigation strategy will be presented at Committee of the Whole on July 8. DTIRP aims to upgrade roads, sewers, and watermains, and improve sidewalks, cycling facilities, and the…