The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Neil MacBeth, a research assistant at the Alma Aquaculture Research Station, who passed away June 25.

A memorial will take place

Saturday, August 24
1 to 5 p.m.
Fergus Legion, 500 Blair St., Fergus

Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast Aug. 23 in Neil’s honour.

Condolences to Neil’s family may be shared through the Wall-Custance Funeral Home website.

Support services and initiatives are available for all faculty, staff and students, including:

  • Employee assistance program for faculty and staff, 1-800-265-8310
  • Multi-Faith Resource Team, Ext. 52392
  • Student Counselling Services, Ext. 53244
  • Crisis Text Line, text “UofG” to 686868

This message is shared with the community following University protocol.

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