Drivers caught parking on city streets between 2 a.m. and 6 a.m. could face a $35 fine s of Dec. 1, overnight parking restrictions will take effect in the streets of Guelph. The restrictions, which will not be lifted until April 1, prevent drivers from parking on city streets between […]
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Remembrance Day at U of G will be online and in-person
U of G’s Remembrance Day programming will allow anyone to participate in ceremonies this year, whether they’re on campus or far from Guelph his Remembrance Day, the University of Guelph will be holding an in-person event in Branion Plaza that will include an online ceremony, allowing all on-campus and remote […]
COVID-19 booster shots to be offered to all those 12 and up, beginning with the most vulnerable populations
Vaccine effectiveness may wane over time so the provincial government is encouraging those eligible for a booster dose to make use of the resource n Nov. 3 the Ontario government announced that COVID-19 booster shot eligibility will soon be expanded to a wide range of groups after a minimum of […]
Ontario government announces minimum wage increase to $15/hour
The change will be effective Jan. 1, 2022, but some local businesses and poverty reduction advocates are unhappy with the timing and amount remier Doug Ford announced that the Ontario government will increase the minimum wage to a $15 hourly rate, effective Jan. 1, 2022. “I can’t think of a […]
SafeWalk back up and running on campus
SafeWalk offers anyone safe and reliable escort to anywhere on the U of G campus he campus at U of G is well-lit and constantly bustling with activity, even late at night. I lived in residence for most of my academic career, so I got to know the area […]
Human trafficking happens locally, and you should be aware of the signs
Educate yourself and become an advocate for the safety of women, girls, and vulnerable people in our community t’s a common misconception that human trafficking only takes place in big cities and bustling metropolises. In reality, this is far from the truth. GuelphToday reports that two thirds of human trafficking […]
Alumni call for further action against toxic athletic environment at the U of G
Following several allegations of abuse within the athletics department, former student-athletes are hopeful that their open letter and upcoming meeting with U of G’s provost will lead to an independent investigation fter a year’s worth of pandemic restrictions and physical distancing, many were eager to return to campus for an […]
Ontarians can now download QR codes for proof of vaccination
QR codes are meant to ease the process of showing and confirming proof for both patrons and businesses new QR code system is available for Ontarians to utilize to show their proof of COVID-19 vaccination. The paper receipts that previously had to be downloaded and shown to access non-essential businesses […]
U of G releases details on the enforcement of its vaccine mandate
Any staff, faculty, and student not in compliance with the university’s vaccine mandate will not be permitted to access U of G facilities s the window closes on the University of Guelph’s vaccine mandate deadline, the university has released details on how it will be enforcing proof of vaccination to […]
What happened during the English federal leaders’ debate?
Party leaders discussed their thoughts on everything from COVID-19 recovery to climate change he English language debate for the 2021 federal election took place on Sept. 9. During the event, party leaders Justin Trudeau (Liberal), Erin O’Toole (Conservative), Jagmeet Singh (New Democratic Party), Annamie Paul (Green) and Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc […]
