Ontario Insects (In-person)
This workshop introduces participants to all the major groups of insects in Ontario with a focus on how to recognize major groups or families, with special reference to the common
Identification and Biology of Butterflies (In-person)
This workshop has been designed to educate participants about butterflies and how to identify them in the wild. Topics covered include, butterfly natural history, capture techniques, field identification, tagging, migration, and creating and maintaining butterfly habitat. The workshop concludes outside catching and identifying the butterflies of The Arboretum. Registrants in attendance will receive a copy
Ecological and Heritage Walking Tour
The Boathouse 116 Gordon St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaOPIRG invites you to the Ecological and Heritage Tour. Embark on a fascinating exploration of Guelph's natural and cultural heritage as we delve into the stories and significance of the Speed River while walking along the Royal Recreation Trail. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour will give you an insight of the histories and ecological
Yours in Native Spirit: Richard Bedwash- Exhibition tour with Shauna McCabe and Colinda Clyne
Explore the vivid paintings and symbol-rich stories of Anishinaabe artist Richard Bedwash presented this summer in the exhibition, Yours in Native Spirit. This conversational walkthrough with co-curators Shauna McCabe and Colinda Clyne explores the connection between Bedwash’s life experiences and the community of Guelph. Deeply impacted by the colonialism of incarceration from his experiences of
A Nation’s Table Documentary Premiere
Ask a farmer, a fisher, a chef and a home cook to define 'Canadian food' and you'll get four different answers. After all, the food found in Canada is as diverse as the people who live here. A brand new documentary short film, A Nation's Table, explores the life's work of Anita Stewart, the "patron
Ecological and Heritage Walking Tour
The Boathouse 116 Gordon St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaOPIRG invites you to the Ecological and Heritage Tour. Embark on a fascinating exploration of Guelph's natural and cultural heritage as we delve into the stories and significance of the Speed River while walking along the Royal Recreation Trail. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour will give you an insight of the histories and ecological
Ecological and Heritage Walking Tour
The Boathouse 116 Gordon St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaOPIRG invites you to the Ecological and Heritage Tour. Embark on a fascinating exploration of Guelph's natural and cultural heritage as we delve into the stories and significance of the Speed River while walking along the Royal Recreation Trail. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour will give you an insight of the histories and ecological
Ecological and Heritage Walking Tour
The Boathouse 116 Gordon St, Guelph, Ontario, CanadaOPIRG invites you to the Ecological and Heritage Tour. Embark on a fascinating exploration of Guelph's natural and cultural heritage as we delve into the stories and significance of the Speed River while walking along the Royal Recreation Trail. Led by knowledgeable guides, this tour will give you an insight of the histories and ecological
Indigenous Children’s Book Reading
Join the College of Social and Applied Human Sciences and the Child Care and Learning Centre as we continue to celebrate Indigenous authors. The event will feature a reading of Brittany Luby's book When the Stars Come Home. Narrated by University of Guelph's librarian Nancy Birch, who will read this heartwarming book, exploring how the
Gryphon Football Game vs. Carleton
August 24 @ 1 p.m. | Guelph vs. Carleton | Alumni Stadium On Saturday August 24 the Gryphon Football team will open their 2024 campaign at home against the Carleton Ravens. This game is in support of United Way and $1 from every ticket sold will support the U of G United Way campaign. The
Gryphon Football Game vs. Waterloo – Homecoming
September 28, 1 p.m., Guelph vs. Waterloo, Alumni Stadium The 2024 Gryphon Homecoming will take place on September 28 versus the Waterloo Warriors. The Community Hero who will be honoured at halftime of the game is U of G professor John Walsh. Stadium gates open at 11:00 a.m. with tailgating, lawn games, and food trucks
Community Breakfast for Faculty and Staff
Join colleagues to celebrate the start of the new academic year at our annual Community Breakfast! Formal remarks will provide overview of our community's goals for the year ahead. We will also be recognizing the recipients of the 2024 President's Awards for Exemplary Staff Service, Excellence in Undergraduate Academic Advising Medallion and Long-Term Service Awards.
Open Scholarship and RDM Brown Bag Series: Open Access, Open Data, and the Tri-Agencies
Open Access, Open Data, and the Tri-Agencies will explore: Benefits of open access Use of open data generally and in our context here at the University of Guelph Questions from audience members.
Hunters, Fishers and Trappers: The Amazing Life of Spiders (In-person)
In this day-long workshop, participants learn about the fascinating life stories and identification tips about our most important invertebrate predators, the spider. Participants will venture outside for part of the day learning how to find and identify some of our amazing local arachno-fauna, discover first-hand why most insects are arachnophobic, and how we can (and
Family Pond Study (In-person)
Discover the hidden wonders of pond life with our Family-oriented Pond Study! This aquatic adventure is perfect for parents and kids alike, offering a hands-on exploration of the fascinating creatures that call our ponds home. From frogs to backswimmers, you'll get an up-close look at a variety of pond dwellers and learn about how their
Trees. Listen
Kicking off Arboretum Expo Weekend 2024, The Arboretum presents the world premiere of a new composition for harp! Trees. Listen by Sharlene Wallace and Frank Horvat is inspired by Dr. Diana Beresford-Kroeger's knowledge of trees and the Celtic tree-based Ogham alphabet. The 9-part composition will premiere the evening of Friday, September 6, and outdoor installations
Arboretum Expo: Tree Day! + Plant Sale
A community celebration of trees and the many exciting things happening in the Arboretum lands! Join us for tours of the grounds, trails, gardens, research projects, tree climbing demonstrations, and an in-person Plant Sale. Take home an interesting woody plant, grown in the Arboretum greenhouse and tended to by our dedicated staff and volunteers.
Open Scholarship and RDM Brown Bag Series: Creating and Using ORCID iDs
In this brown bag, you will learn what ORCID iDs are and how to use your ORCID iD to improve your research workflow. You’ll also have time to set one up in the session (it takes under 5 minutes!). Specifically, this brown bag will cover: Setting up an ORCID iD Benefits of ORCID and persistent
The Frank Watson Book Prize 2023 – Virtual Lecture
We invite you to join the Centre for Scottish Studies online on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at noon (EDT) for the Frank Watson Book Prize Virtual Lecture, 'Máel Coluim III, 'Canmore': An Eleventh-Century Scottish King', with Dr. Neil McGuigan, winner of the 2023 award. Dr. McGuigan will give a lecture that provides an overview of
Shinrin – Yoku Walk (In-person)
Inspired by Shinrin-Yoku, a Japanese term that translates into “Forest Bathing” in English, discover a gentle way of moving mindfully through nature. Led by Canada's Forest Therapy Guide and Trainer, participants experience a walk intended to open the senses, deepen a connection with the natural world, and enhance wellbeing. Ben Porchuk is the co-founder of