I wanted to take this opportunity to email you in regards to the NSC’s funding request and the recent budget discussions. I am hoping that you are aware of the need for our continuing funding and the great work the NSC does with these funds. I hope that in further budget discussions you will remember […]
Author: IanFindley
U of G, City Take ‘Grow Guelph’ to the Royal
The University of Guelph and the City of Guelph are taking their “Grow Guelph” message to the 86th annual Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Nov. 7 to 16 at Exhibition Place in Toronto. Grow Guelph is a multi-partner marketing strategy to build greater brand recognition for the life sciences and agri-food opportunities in Guelph and Wellington […]
Guelph buildings get energy labels
The City is working with Guelph Hydro and Union Gas to measure the energy used in 23 commercial and institutional buildings. The measurements will be collected and used in a Building Label Pilot Program from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan). “The building labelling system is designed to promote energy-efficiency in existing buildings and encourage energy-efficient design […]
One garage at a time, please
The following editorial appeared in the November 6 edition of the Guelph Mercury followed by a response by Ian Findlay: We shouldn’t be surprised by the current global economic situation. Yes, the severity of the crisis when it hit was shocking — though its arrival was not entirely unpredictable. We’ve been told that Guelph is […]
Eastview Community Park and Pollinators’ Park Master Plan
You are invited to be a part of Public Consultation Process on the proposed End Use Plan for closed Eastview Landfill Site. The former landfill site is located in the north-west corner of Watson Parkway N and Eastview Road in Guelph. Come to review and discuss the conceptual design of Eastview Community Park and Pollinators’ […]
Wilson Street Parking Garage
Conceptual Drawings as presented at a Public Open House November 4, 2008. Read more.
Guelph Civic Museum Public Meeting
On Tuesday, Nov 25th from 6:30 – 8:00 pm Guelph Civic Museum will be hosting a public meeting to present the initial conceptual design for the new Museum. The event is being organized by the city and will be well advertised to the community. The architectural firm Ventin Group will be presenting the initial conceptual design […]
Loose Leaf Collection and Preparations for Winter Control
Loose leaf collection will start on November 17th for Guelph residents. Residents are encouraged to recycle their leaves into their gardens and flowerbeds. Residents with any remaining leaves after the scheduled pick up can bring them to the city’s Wet/Dry Plant in yard waste bags for disposal at no charge.
Youth shelter to open November 5
Starting November 5, 2008, 12 beds will be provided for youth who need them in a temporary shelter located at the former Delhi Community Centre. The shelter, which will be operated by Wyndham House, will be open every day from 6:30 p.m. to 8 a.m. Its purpose is to provide a safe overnight shelter for […]
Friends of the Guelph Public Library Giant Book Sale
THOUSANDS OF BOOKS,GAMES AND AV MATERIALS for 50 cents, $1.00 AND $2.00 Buoyed by the success of last year’s GIANT BOOK SALE, The Friends of the Guelph Public Library are going to do it again! Mark your calendar for SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2008