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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 2d

Yesterday, we officially opened the new crosswalk honouring Guelph's veterans. Thank you to the the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 234 Guelph members who joined us to mark the occasion. Look for the new crosswalk Downtown, at intersection of Baker Street and Woolwich Street.

Veterans crossing a red and white-striped crosswalk, led by a bagpiper. The painted crosswalk entrance reads Lest We Forget, with the silhouette of a soldier.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 6d

Reminder: Open House for Southwest Guelph Water Supply is this Wednesday! Guelph is growing—and so is our need for water. Join us Oct 8, 6:30–8:30 PM at West End Rec Centre to learn about the City’s water study and share your feedback. guelph.ca/city-hall/pl...

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 6d

Guelph’s draft 2026 Budget Update will be shared on October 16. It focuses on affordability and meeting the needs of our growing community. Visit guelph.ca/budget for details and opportunities to share your input.

Aerial photo of Guelph with text that reads "The 2026 Budget Update is just around the corner".

Aerial photo of a Guelph neighbourhood with text that reads "Striking the Right Balance
We’re committed to balancing affordability with community needs".

Photo of downtown Guelph with a bus and text that reads "Coming October 16: Draft 2026 Budget Update Stay tuned for ways to get involved!".

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

Learn more about the Indigenous Relations Framework and our progress report: guelph.ca/2025/09/guel...

Guelph releases Indigenous Relations Framework progress report

Guelph, Ont., September 30, 2025 – The City of Guelph is sharing its first Indigenous Relations Framework Progress Report, which reflects on the City’s

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

By sharing our progress and learning openly, we strengthen our ability to grow as an organization, recognizing that reconciliation requires ongoing reflection and commitment to better serve those we support.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

Last year, the City of Guelph released our Indigenous Relations Framework, formalizing our commitment to reconciliation by embedding Indigenous perspectives into how we serve and support our community. Today, we’re sharing our first progress report, outlining strides we’ve made.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

In learning the harsh truths about historic and ongoing injustices and actively committing to working towards reconciliation, we honour the children who never made it home, the Survivors of the Residential School system, and their families and communities.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 12d

It's National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to reflect on the dark history and inter-generational impact the Residential School system in Canada had and continues to have on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.

Image on a white background, with orange artwork showing an eagle, a narwhal, a beaded flower, a circle and a winding path. Text reads: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 30.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 16d

Thank you for your patience as Alectra Utilities and Enbridge Gas complete electrical infrastructure replacements and upgrades along Wyndham Street North. This stage of work is expected to finish by March 2026, and all businesses remain accessible.

More: ow.ly/fmWx50WO6Ht

City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 17d

Housing affordability affects everyone. The City’s work to make housing more affordable in #Guelph has earned a top planning award from the Ontario Professional Planners Institute.

We’re humbled by the recognition and remain committed to the work ahead.

🔗 ow.ly/aQLq50X1zfP

Elderly woman in a wheelchair and adult woman smiling and holding two young children.

City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 17d

Guelph is growing—and so is our need for water. The City is studying how to meet future demand in southwest Guelph. Open House #1 on Oct 8, 6:30–8:30 PM at West End Rec Centre. Learn more & share your feedback!

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Aerial photo of the Speed River on a sunny day in Guelph

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 17d

🚰 Guelph is updating how water & wastewater services are allocated—and your input matters! Review the plain language draft policy and share your feedback Sept 22–Oct 22. ow.ly/rULv50WZCWP

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 17d

Guelph’s Ecochallenge is back! Join the movement this October to reduce waste, protect our planet & win prizes. Free to join, track your impact, join Guelph’s community team, everyone can participate. Starts October 1! ow.ly/8Lb250WZCTu

Blue and green graphic encouraging people to join the Guelph team for the eco challenge from October 1-31

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 24d

The public meeting for Draft Downtown Guelph Heritage Plan will be on Oct 15 at 4:00 p.m. Attend at City Hall or watch at ow.ly/khHv50WYhvC. Share your feedback on ow.ly/rbWw50WYhvB. The staff report will be available on Oct 3 at ow.ly/U62F50WYhvz. ow.ly/Kq4b50WYhvE

Historic stone buildings in Downtown Guelph

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 26d

National Forest Week is coming up! This annual celebration of Canada’s forests and trees takes place September 21 to 27 this year. Our celebration includes a community tree planting event at Grange Road Park on September 27. Get all the details: guelph.ca/2025/09/cele...

Celebrating all things forests and trees during National Forest Week, September 21 to 27

Events, information and plenty of tree-flavoured fun Guelph, Ont., September 16, 2025 – Each September, National Forest Week is celebrated across Canada.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 12

Our Downtown newsletter provides monthly updates on construction, engagement opportunities and exciting events!

📧 Sign up today: ow.ly/f6Gy50Wg3qn

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 11

We are restoring natural areas at Downey Rd Well & future Clythe Water Treatment Plant!✅ Removing invasive plants✅ Planting native species✅ Protecting water & wildlife. Starts Fall 2025. Learn more: ow.ly/s7rJ50WTYLv

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 11

💧 Guelph relies on groundwater for drinking water. The Outside Water Use Bylaw helps protect it during dry periods by limiting outdoor water use.

We’re reviewing the bylaw—share your thoughts by Oct 1: ow.ly/LSbL50WUA6u

Person watering vegetable garden with garden hose.

City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 9

Stay in the loop on Guelph’s Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program!

🔗Check out Diggable Downlow for timely updates, events and ways to share feedback: haveyoursay.guelph.ca/en/projects/...

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 4

Help shape the future of Downtown Guelph! Visit our Construction Cafe to share your thoughts and ask questions about the Downtown Infrastructure Renewal Program.

📅 Thursday, September 18, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 Downtown Construction Office, 2 Wyndham Street North, Suite 202

More: ow.ly/xSi350Wg45T

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 3

To help improve housing affordability, City staff are recommending a new property tax discount for affordable multi-residential rental housing.

📅 Tune into the Council meeting today at 2 p.m. to hear the discussion and next steps: ow.ly/Vn2X50WQnfj

Councillor seats in Guelph's Council chambers

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 2

🚧 Heads up, Guelph: this week, Downtown road paving continues. Parts of Norfolk St. and Woolwich St. will close overnight (7pm to 7am) from Tuesday to Friday. No overnight on-street parking permitted. Thanks for your patience!

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Construction notice: Overnight road closures for Downtown paving continuing week of September 1

During the week of September 1, this work is being completed overnight (7 p.m. to 7 a.m.) from Tuesday, September 2 to Friday, September 5.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 2

We’re falling into fall registration! We’re only two days away until fall registration begins. Our program offerings include:

🏋️‍♀️Fitness
🌊Swimming
🩰Dance

And more!

Get all the details at: ow.ly/RJTJ50WG38q

People swimming and skating. Image reads "Fall registration starts September 4".

City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Sep 2

Welcome back @uofguelph.bsky.social and Conestoga College students! #Guelph is a great place to live, and we’re glad you’re here 💛

🔗Find your Guelph orientation package: ow.ly/vJsY50WObkY

Three college-aged students standing in a hallway looking at documents, with a text box and text that says "Welcome back students!"

A group of students walking beside a Guelph Transit bus with a text box that says "We're so glad you're here! Check out our guide for all the info you need to make the most of your time in Guelph!"

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · Aug 31

Hey #Guelph, we're temporarily closing South End Community Park until the spring as construction of the South End Community Centre continues. The park closes September 2. For more info—including a list of nearby parks to visit instead—see our website: guelph.ca/2025/08/cons...

Illustration of yellow and black construction tape.

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