Entries from August 2008

August 31, 2008

In support of the ousted youth who were squatting on correctional lands

I would like to speak up in support of the several youth and young adults who were squatting in an unused city-owned quarry and have recently been ousted. These people were growing their own food, making herbal remedies and some managed to live there through the winter. I applaud their ingenuity and believe tat, should [...]

August 29, 2008

Voters Taking Action on Climate Change

A Vancouver based political advocacy organization is announcing the formation of a group based locally in Guelph. Guelph residents are partnering with Voters Taking Action on Climate Change (vtacc.org) to increase the focus on global warming during the Guelph by-election.
The group is offering Guelph residents non-partisan lawn signs declaring:
“Ï’m Voting for REAL Action on Climate [...]

August 29, 2008

Start of the new school year

As you are aware this year we have two new schools coming on-line, Rickson Ridge on Rickson Road and Ken Danby on Grange Road next to Holy Trinity School. In anticipation of their first day of operation for these schools on Tuesday September 2nd the following activities are scheduled.

August 29, 2008

Guelph Youth Music Events

kids chorus poster
mcsn poster
frets poster

August 29, 2008

Norwich St. Church

As some of you know, the lovely church at 126 Norwich is on the market again. It COULD be a much-needed venue for the performing arts in this city. It can seat around 150 people; it’s a heritage building in a great location, and it’s got endless possibility! I am hearing from so many artists [...]