The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of David Burns, Ridgetown Campus IT services technician, who passed away Nov. 10, 2026.
A visitation and funeral will be held on Monday, Nov. 16. More details available on the obituary website, where condolences to David’s family may also be shared.
Campus flags will be lowered to half-mast on Monday, Nov. 16 in David’s honour.
Support services and initiatives are available for all faculty, staff and students, including:
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Multi-Faith Resource Team, 519-824-4120 Ext. 58909
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Student Counselling Services, 519-824-4120 Ext. 53244
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Crisis Text Line, text “UofG” to 686868
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Employee and family assistance program for faculty and staff, 1-800-265-8310
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