The City of Guelph

11/08/2026

Tomorrow is the first day of loose leaf collection! 🍂

Rake your leaves to the curb, away from roads and drains to ensure proper pickup. For more information on leaves, visit guelph.ca/leaves.

11/08/2026

On Indigenous Veterans Day, we honour the First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Veterans who served our country in times of conflict and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. We remember their courage, service, and contributions, while recognizing that many Indigenous Veterans did not receive equal recognition upon returning home. Their legacy and sacrifice will not be forgotten.

A Sacred Fire will be held today at 2 p.m. at Royal City Park to honour Indigenous Veterans. Community members are welcome to join in respectful remembrance and recognition.

All City flags will be lowered to half-mast in their honour.

11/06/2026

Fireworks displays are allowed on private property during Diwali on Sunday, November 8.

For complete details on fireworks in Guelph, visit guelph.ca/fireworks.

11/06/2026

11/05/2026

Affordable housing is moving from planning to construction in Guelph.

An upcoming project at 50-60 Fife Road will create 18 new affordable rental homes, including six accessible units designed to support residents with accessibility needs.

The project, led by UpBuilding! Non-Profit Homes, received $475,000 in City funding through our seed funding grants and an affordable housing community improvement plan grant, which is supported by the federal Housing Accelerator Fund.

This development is one example of how the City is working with housing providers and other levels of government to increase affordable housing options in our community.

Read the media release to learn more: https://ow.ly/okZ85103tsK

11/04/2026

Enjoy more free parking! Our 3-for-free parking program in the Downtown has been extended to November 30.

This initiative offers 3 hours of free parking in Macdonell Lot all day, every day, and in Market Parkade every Thursday and Friday.

For more information on how to claim your free parking, visit https://ow.ly/5mzF5103mCB

11/04/2026

Spots are still available for the 7 p.m. town hall for those interested in getting involved with Guelph 200! Please register in advance here: https://ow.ly/m8Ij5103LBo

Guelph Museums

11/04/2026

Getting ready for loose leaf collection on November 9?

Follow these helpful tips to ensure proper pickup of your leaves:

✅Rake leaves to the curb, away from the road and any drains to prevent blockage
✅Consider leaving your leaves and using them as mulch or fertilizer for environmental benefits to your yard

❌Don’t pile your raked leaves on the sidewalk
❌Don’t mix other items such as wood, bricks, or brush as they can damage equipment

To learn more about loose leaf collection, visit https://ow.ly/Vb9R5100xkG.

11/03/2026

💙 Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week

Attention homeowners and landlords: New carbon monoxide alarm requirements for existing homes take effect January 1, 2026.

If you own or rent a detached home, semi-detached home, townhouse, or cottage, now is the time to ensure your property is equipped with the required carbon monoxide alarms.

✅ Install CO alarms where required
✅ Test alarms monthly
✅ Replace alarms according to the manufacturer's instructions
✅ Keep your family and tenants safe

Carbon monoxide is invisible, odourless, and can be deadly. Working CO alarms save lives.

11/03/2026

Did you know that you can start your own community garden in Guelph? You can choose from a variety of different garden types when submitting an application such as:

🥬Traditional community garden
🤝Communal community garden
🌲Food forest
🦋Pollinator garden

If your application is approved, you can get growing on your garden next spring! Get all the information you need to start at https://ow.ly/97b050ZZOZJ