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WDG Public Health @wdgpublichealth.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Environment Canada has issued an orange-level air quality warning for Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph. Heat and smoke are both health risks. Visit wdgpublichealth.ca/airquality for tips on staying safe, and use the ClimateSafe Map to locate nearby available cooling and clean air spaces.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 11/07/2026

Follow the helpful tips to spot giant hogweed: 🍃Tall, thick stem with reddish spots that stand 3 to 4.5 metres 🍃Umbrella-shaped white flower head with a flat top 🍃Often mistaken for Queen Anne’s lace, cow parsnip and angelica Report giant hogweed at ow.ly/Ukl250ZiQxH

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 30/05/2026

On Friday, June 12 at 3 p.m., the community can take in Canada's first big soccer match against Bosnia and Herzegovina in Market Square! ⚽ For more info 👉 ow.ly/o1pX50Z3R82

Announcement for live viewing of Canada vs. Bosnia and Herzegovina soccer match in Market Square on June 12 at 3 p.m.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 30/05/2026

Ever wondered where your street got its name? We’re reimagining how Guelph names its streets, parks, City buildings and other public spaces. What names matter? What stories should they tell? How should the community be involved? Participate by June 28: ow.ly/shkq50Z5P1l

Aerial view of a neighborhood in Guelph with colorful speech bubbles saying 'Hello my name is' above locations like roads and parks.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 23/05/2026

Join our Downtown Guelph newsletter! Stay informed about construction projects, learn about engagement opportunities, and discover local events with our monthly newsletter. 📧 Subscribe now and stay connected: ow.ly/4uuL50XXG9j

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 15/05/2026

It’s the first day of Goods Exchange Weekend! Put your large items at the curb after 5 p.m. and hunt for free treasures around your neighbourhood. Remember to remove anything unclaimed by May 18 at 7 p.m. Still have items? Book a bulky pickup. ow.ly/6fU950YYgyl

Two people working together to move a wooden chair outside a house with a porch in the background.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 23/04/2026

Introducing...the Guelph 200 brand! 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ The year 2027 marks the City of Guelph’s bicentennial — you'll be seeing this branding a lot over the next two years 😎 For more information about Guelph 200, visit ow.ly/JpYQ50YO719

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 31/03/2026

Our next free Healthy Landscapes speaker series is coming up on April 2. This time, you’ll learn about methods to prevent invasive plants from taking over your garden. Register today and don’t miss out! Details at ow.ly/CM7P50Yplmx

Cluster of purple grape hyacinths blooming behind a bed of green lily of the valley plants with small white flowers near a brick wall.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 30/03/2026

Starting today, Wyndham Street will be closed from Wellington Street to Cork Street. We’re replacing and upgrading critical infrastructure as part of our Downtown Infrastructure Renewal. Keep up to date with construction progress at Diggable Downlow. ow.ly/cLa250YATwN

Aerial image of Wyndham Street in Guelph.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 21/03/2026

Our monthly Downtown newsletter provides updates on construction, engagement opportunities and exciting events! Sign up to stay up to date on all of the things happening in the ❤️ of our city: ow.ly/jRz250XXG50

Downtown Guelph under a sunny summer sky

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 18/03/2026

#DYK: building permits are required for accessory structures such as detached garages and gazebos over certain sizes. Have questions? We're here to help. ow.ly/OUVZ50XHvoa

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 10/03/2026

Over the last two years, we've made it possible to build over 22,000 more homes in #Guelph. Today, we shared a report to Council on the work that's helping drive some of this progress. Read it to learn more: ow.ly/GUv050Ys2E7

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 09/03/2026

We’re only one week away from the start of March Break! If you’re looking for fun activities to participate in, why not join us for drop-in swimming, skating, or shinny at one of our recreation facilities! Check out the schedules at ow.ly/In5S50YoL9l

Child in pink shirt sitting at the top of a blue slide inside an indoor swimming pool area.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 02/03/2026

♻️ICYMI: As of January 1, 2026, you can recycle more items, like flexible plastics, foam packaging and paper cups. Full list: ow.ly/YNrZ50Y8iHe. Not sure what goes where? Use the Guelph Waste App or our new sorting guide: ow.ly/65NH50Y8iBA

Child and adult sorting plastic bottles into a blue recycling bin in a kitchen setting.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 23/02/2026

It’s Invasive Species Awareness Week! Our natural area stewardship team works hard to remove invasive plant species. Last year, the team worked at 93 sites, treating 54.55 hectares of invasive species! Learn more about invasive species and how to reduce the spread. ow.ly/HLe450Ykru0

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 27/01/2026

❄️City Hall warming centre update❄️ Our City Hall warming centre will be open tonight starting from 7 p.m. until 7 a.m. on Wednesday morning. For a full list of warming facilities across Guelph please visit ow.ly/cm6I50Y41Xi

City Hall front lobby warming centre open from Tuesday, January 27 at 7 p.m. until Wednesday, January 28 at 7 a.m.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 25/01/2026

❄️Cold weather update❄️ The City Hall front lobby will be open as a warming centre as of 7 p.m. tonight, operating through to 7 a.m. tomorrow. For a full list of warming facilities across Guelph, please visit ow.ly/IIUE50Y3ocg

Upcoming CIty Hall front lobby warming centre hours:
7 p.m. Sunday, January 25 through 7 a.m. Monday, January 26.

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 20/01/2026

Hey Guelph, as we prepare for cold weather ahead, the City Hall front lobby will be opened as a warming centre beginning at 4 p.m. until 8:30 a.m. tomorrow morning. ❄️ For a full list of warming facilities across Guelph, please visit ow.ly/ZGXg50Y0881

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 08/01/2026

Hey #Guelph, the Rotary Club will be taking down the holiday lights at Riverside Park between 8:30 and 11 a.m. tomorrow. Park entrances off Woolwich Street and from Evergreen (near the enabling garden) will be closed during this period. Thank you to Rotary for another season of holiday cheer!

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 01/12/2025

Reminder: Yard waste collection is experiencing delays as we get caught up for the season and is still being collected this week. Please leave your yard waste bags at the curb, and they will be collected as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience. guelph.ca/yardwaste

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 01/11/2025

Cold weather and streaming issues made for a tough game 6 viewing experience in Market Square. To make sure everyone has the best time watching a big win tonight, we’re opting not to stream the game. See the latest details in the updated public notice: ow.ly/ynmx50Xll1Q

Fall photo of Market Square showing the Guelph lettering. "Attention baseball fans: Market Square update!"

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City of Guelph @guelph.ca · 16/09/2025

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...

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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 · 26/05/2025

We heard the sky is pretty blue over here! 💙💙 We’re excited to announce that we’ve made it onto BlueSky to stay connected with our Guelph community. Drop your favourite blue emojis in the comments to kick us off!

Guelph water tower with blue sky and clouds in the background.

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