In 1984, the Canadian Labour Congress established April 28th as the National Day of Mourning in Canada to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace. A joint proclamation (PDF) recognizing the day has been issued by University of Guelph and the University’s unions and employee group leaders, […]
Spring has arrived at the U of G Arboretum! With the warmer weather, many beautiful trees and plants are blooming in the Arboretum. Stop by the next time you’re on campus to enjoy the beautiful flowers. Of note are the Sakura trees that bloomed to display beautiful cherry blossoms this year. These trees were a […]
For the last 150 years, the Ontario Agricultural College (OAC) has supported the lifeline of the agri-food sector, exploring and improving how we feed the world, build communities and ensure the environment thrives. Since 1874, OAC’s innovations have changed how and what we eat and how we impact our environment. In the 1950s, OAC bred […]
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Fueling engagement and driving an inclusive and collaborative culture is a priority for U of G’s Human Resources (HR) team. We are in an exciting chapter of our HR journey as we continue to invest in our talent and embrace innovative solutions and services, designed to better support the needs of our valued faculty and […]
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By Dr. Amar Laila, postdoctoral fellow, EAT-Lancet 2.0 Commission, Stockholm Resilience Centre, University of Guelph; Dr. Cristina Gago, Boston University School of Public Health, Boston University; and Dr. Jess Haines, Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, University of Guelph (Learn more about Dr. Laila’s academic journey) This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative […]
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This is the third article in the “Bringing Our Time to Life” series, highlighting how U of G is taking action on our strategic plan. View all Strategic Plan stories. Students are at the heart of everything we do. We know our students come here because of the distinctive living and learning experience we offer. […]
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A Message from the VP, Finance and Operations As part of our annual review process, the University of Guelph and Sun Life have finalized Group Benefit premium rates for the policy year starting May 1, 2024. From this review and aligned with insurance practices, it was determined that monthly premium rates will increase across the […]
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This year’s Earth Day theme, “Planet vs. Plastics,” names an ongoing battle that pits people against the plastics we use. Who is winning? Let’s consider our “opponent” – plastics. For one, the synthetic material takes anywhere from 20 to 500 years to decompose. It brings us waste-clogged oceans, animals deformed by six-pack rings and bird stomachs filled with garbage. Microplastics are likely […]
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I am pleased to inform you that we have two (2) candidates for the position of Vice-President (Research & Innovation) at the University of Guelph. The candidates will make public presentations to the University community on the following dates: Candidate #1 – Thursday, April 25, 2024 Candidate #2 – Tuesday, April 30, 2024 The schedule […]
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May 6 to 12 is Wellness@Work’s annual Be Well, Be Safe Week at U of G. We hope you’ll join us for some of the events we have planned to celebrate National Mental Health Week and North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. Make sure to RSVP for the events you’d like to attend! Kick-off […]
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University of Guelph researchers have made an unexpected discovery that bumblebee queens are remarkably resilient to flooding – a finding that sheds light on the extraordinary adaptations of these vital insect pollinators. The study led by postdoctoral researcher Dr. Sabrina Rondeau and School of Environmental Sciences professor Dr. Nigel Raine marks the first investigation on the ability of bumblebee […]
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The University of Guelph and CUPE 3913, the union that represents teaching assistants, graduate service assistants and sessional lecturers, have both ratified the tentative agreement that was reached on March 18, 2024. The new agreement will be in place until August 31, 2026, and addresses key priorities for both sides, including job security, compensation, equity […]
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When Dr. Jamie Burr began his career in health sciences, the University of Guelph professor did not imagine the journey would take him all the way to the NHL, but as professional sports organizations have invested in sport analysis, it has led them to researchers like Burr. As the High-Performance Advisor for the Chicago Blackhawks, […]
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Each year on April 22, people around the world celebrate Earth Day as a time to honour achievements of the environmental movement and raise awareness of the need to protect Earth’s natural resources for future generations. This year’s theme from EarthDay.Org, the global organizer of Earth Day, is Planet vs. Plastics. Calling attention to the […]
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This is the second article in the “Bringing Our Time to Life” series, highlighting how U of G is taking action on our strategic plan. View all Strategic Plan stories. As a University, we strive to foster inclusive excellence, founded on the principles of reconciliation and diversity. We know that our community thrives when every […]
During this National Volunteer Week, we want to say thank you to all our amazing volunteers! Thank you for the incredible contributions you make on campus and to our community. At U of G, we encourage volunteering as one of the many ways our students can get real world experiential learning that helps them become […]
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The name of a space can set the tone for what the space is for, and who is welcome there. In support of Indigenization at U of G, the word Waasamowin (Wah-sah-mow-in) now graces the Summerlee Science Complex (SSC) atrium. Waasamowin, which means “to be bathed in the light” in Anishinaabemowin, reflects the unique characteristics of […]
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“You have to go and sit in that place and let it speak to you – the space will tell you its own name.” Those were the words Anishinaabe Elder Rene Meshake spoke to Drs. Melissa Perreault and Ryan Gregory as they began their journey to rename the atrium at the Summerlee Science Complex at […]
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Starting May 1, 2024, the following changes will take effect: Permit Type Parking location 2024-25 rate (taxes included)* Details Black Black (premium interior), Red (basic interior) or Yellow (value perimeter) lots $164.75/month Sold one permit per spot for a designated interior lot, guaranteeing an available spot 24/7 Red Basic interior lots $93/month Park in any […]
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It takes surprisingly little knowledge to hack into your neighbour’s security cameras. Just ask Ring. Luckily, University of Guelph researchers have a solution. Their innovative framework, a new way to build our apps and services, could be the key to protecting our data in an interconnected world. In a recently published study, they detail a two-level solution […]
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