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Hospital and rotary programs are receiving new funding as the Tour de Guelph fundraiser celebrated a record-breaking year. The event wrapped up on June 23 and it was announced two days later that the initiative generated $190,000, just shy of its $200,000 fundraising goal. Elizabeth Stewart, director of community engagement …
Read More »Tails are wagging after Guelph Humane Society walkathon raises over $62K
The second annual Happy Trails Walk-A-Thon generated “paws-itive” results for the Guelph Humane Society. On June 2, close to 250 walkers and their four-legged friends participated and organizers say the event raised more than $62,000. Lisa Veit, executive director, said the community is so willing and committed to making Guelph …
Read More »Guelph dance school needs funding after city grant turned down
Guelph Dance is in need of funding. The local charitable arts organization is looking to raise money after not receiving operational funding from the city of Guelph for the first time in over 20 years. Managing director Adriana Rosselli said the group has launched a fundraising campaign, generating around $10,000 …
Read More »Speed cameras making positive impact in Guelph, city says
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The City of Guelph believes automated speed cameras are making a difference. On Wednesday, they issued a news release announcing the data collected from the first eight locations since the program was launched last August. The report claims the automated speed cameras …
Read More »Partners in Guelph supportive housing project thrilled with funding announcement
Descrease article font size Increase article font size A community health organization in Guelph is thrilled with $9 million in funding for projects announced last week in Ontario’s 2024 budget. “We have been relentlessly pursuing the adequate funding that is need to run specialized health services that folks need,” said …
Read More »Guelph seeking donation of land for potential temporary encampment site
Descrease article font size Increase article font size The City of Guelph is looking for a site to put up a proposed temporary structured encampment. The city announced on Wednesday that it is putting out a call to property owners who are willing to donate land to help the city …
Read More »Doors Open Guelph returns with new places and old favourites
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Doors Open Guelph is returning for their 22nd year. The event runs Sat. Apr. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 11 different sites across the city. Doors Open is a free annual event that gives the public an opportunity to …
Read More »YMCA joining Project SEARCH partnership in Guelph
Descrease article font size Increase article font size There is another organization joining Project SEARCH. The Upper Grand District School Board announced on Thursday that they are partnering with the YMCA of Three Rivers in Guelph. “We are thrilled about this expansion of Project SEARCH with our Upper Grand community,” …
Read More »Guelph federal Liberal riding association officially opens nomination process
The Guelph federal Liberal Riding Association is officially accepting candidates seeking the party’s nomination in the city. In a news release from riding association chair Sean Mitchell, the opening of the nomination signals the start of the period where individuals interested in seeking the nomination can formally submit their intentions to …
Read More »Guelph Youth Singers choir receives $20k grant from Ontario Trillium Foundation
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Guelph Youth Singers started 2024 on a financial high note. The local award-winning choir recently received a grant from the Ontario Trillium Foundation to the tune of $20,000 to purchase and upgrade equipment. The big purchase will enhance the organization’s performances. Artistic …
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