Halloween Fitness Class
Space is limited, so you'll want to register early for this Haunted Halloween class that will feature our most popular formats with some of your favorite instructors, if you can recognize them in costume? Door prizes and a free program registration prize will be awarded for best dressed, so come in costume and celebrate in
Howls and Growls in The Arboretum Family Program (In-Person)
The Halloween season is here, and we at The Arboretum are excited to introduce a spooky new program! Ever wondered what might be behind those strange bumps in the night? Join us for an evening hike as we explore the mysterious sounds of the forest—from squeaks and screeches to howls and growls—that you might hear
U of G Campus Ghost Walking Tour
Alumni Walk Ontario, CanadaEver get the feeling like the U of G campus is haunted? Join Ghost Walk of Guelph and find out! Physical Resources presents U of G Campus Walking Tours for 3 nights only. Tours will begin at Alumni Plaza outside War Memorial Hall at 7:00-8:15pm. Dates available: Thursday, October 17 Thursday, October 24 Tuesday, October
Guelph Food Safety Seminars (GFSS) Annual Symposium
Welcome to the 21st annual and 1st hybrid GFSS Symposium: EVERYTHING OLD IS NEW AGAIN. The Symposium is free but registration is required. Find the agenda, links for registration and further details. The GFSS is a partnership which includes the University of Guelph (Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety/Department of Food Science), Agriculture and Agri-Food
EDI Workshop Wednesday
The Office of Diversity and Human Rights is back with their weekly EDI Workshop Wednesday training series! Grab your lunch and join us as we explore such topics as equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-oppression, microaggressions, anti-bias, and more. Human Rights & You: Addressing Discrimination and Harassment on Campus - This interactive workshop invites participants to go
Ontario Agricultural College One Health Lecture series Presents Gwynne Dyer
Intervention Earth: Life Saving Ideas from the Worlds Climate Engineers. The global climate emergency is now an alarming fact of life. Much as we still need to get emissions under
Trick or Trivia
Our Annual Halloween Event is back with a twist! Join us for Costume Contest and Trivia over Lunch. Tickets are $15 with proceeds going to the United Way Campaign. Doors open at 11:30 a.m., Event starts at noon. Prizes for Group Costume and Individual Costume, Prizes for Trivia Winners Get your tickets.
The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Join us at the Royal and visit the University of Guelph exhibit the Future of Food. We are pleased to offer discounted admission tickets and a daily complimentary shuttle. November 1-10, 2024 8:30 a.m. prompt - Bus departs from the University Centre (space is limited) 5:30 p.m. prompt - Bus departs from the Royal Exhibition
BLAXPO
BLAXPO is a premier conference that celebrates and empowers Black talent across Canada. This event is designed to foster meaningful connections and opportunities among professionals, entrepreneurs, and students, as well as with progressive companies committed to diversity and equity. BLAXPO 2024 will focus on fostering and nurturing justice and equality where all communities have access
Jack-O’-Lantern Parade
Don’t let your creative Halloween masterpieces go to waste! Bring your jack-o’-lanterns to the Art Gallery of Guelph on November 1st for a spectacular evening of light and creativity. Drop off your carved creations at the gallery anytime between noon to 5 p.m. or 7 to 8 p.m. to contribute to an enchanting pathway that
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures on eight different bird groups. ID techniques, field marks, shapes, behaviour clues and more will all be covered. Each course will finish with a 10
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures on eight different bird groups. ID techniques, field marks, shapes, behaviour clues and more will all be covered. Each course will finish with a 10
Midnight Myths and optimizing sleep
Is the best sleep before midnight? Does it really matter what time I go to bed? How can I get more energizing sleep? Learn tips on optimizing sleep, practice some self-calming exercises, and bring your sleep questions to the Ask Me Anything section. This free public workshop marking International Stress Awareness Day meets online from
Indigenous Veterans Day Flag Lowering
Join the U of G community as we recognize Indigenous Veterans Day and honour the important contributions made by First Nations, Inuit and Métis veterans in service to Canada. November 8, 9 to 9:15 a.m. – by the flagpole at the corner of College Ave. and Gordon St. in front of OVC. The event includes:
100th Anniversary of War Memorial Hall
An event to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the opening of War Memorial Hall, and to reflect on the sacrifices of the faculty and students of the Ontario Agricultural College who gave their lives in the First World War. Reminder for those attending to be seated and ready for the event to begin by 7
Remembrance Day Service
As U of G honours those who have served and continue to serve during times of conflict, students, faculty and staff are invited to take part in a Remembrance Day event that begins in Branion Plaza and processes to War Memorial Hall (event takes place rain or shine). All are welcome to attend. November 11,
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures on eight different bird groups. ID techniques, field marks, shapes, behaviour clues and more will all be covered. Each course will finish with a 10
In Person: Virtual Bird ID
Arboretum Centre 200 Arboretum Rd, Guelph, CanadaWhy not take your birding to the next level? Join Chris Earley, Arboretum Interpretive Biologist and author of 5 bird field guides, for a series of eight virtual noon-hour lectures on eight different bird groups. ID techniques, field marks, shapes, behaviour clues and more will all be covered. Each course will finish with a 10
Breaking knowledge hegemony through transdisciplinary research practice
Marsha Hinds Myrie will be presenting the next One Health seminar on Wednesday, November 13. Marsha is an Educational Developer, Anti-oppressive and Inclusive Pedagogies in the Office of Teaching and Learning at the University of Guelph. Marsha Hinds Myrie’s life and work are an embodiment of dualities and intersections. She is a Barbadian/Canadian citizen with
Agri-business and tech careers with CEO of FCC, Justine Hendricks
Connect with one of Canada’s leaders in finance and innovation. U of G students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to an inspiring talk with Justine Hendricks, president & CEO of Farm Credit Canada (FCC). Justine will explore how innovation and technology in the agri-food sector are tackling global challenges like climate change and food