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240206_waynepitmanfordlincoln_clp_success_house-1200x628These stories about successful initiatives, events and developments within our community and the people behind them are made possible through the continued support of Wayne Pitman Ford Lincoln as part of our Community Leaders Program.

Record-breaking 'Funken Cruise - Ride for Matt' supports local causes

Record-breaking 'Funken Cruise - Ride for Matt' supports local causes

In memory of Matt Funkenhauser, the 2024 Funken Cruise - Ride for Matt' raised a record-breaking $17,600 to support Hospice Wellington in Guelph, and the chemo suite at Grand River Regional Cancer Centre
Preserving community in Guelph's Junction neighbourhood

Preserving community in Guelph's Junction neighbourhood

The Junction Village-Community Land Trust aims to secure and protect properties to create permanent affordable housing
Big win for Royal City Aquatics Club Lifesaving Team

Big win for Royal City Aquatics Club Lifesaving Team

A team of nine Guelph athletes from Royal City Aquatics Club took home a first place at the 2024 Canadian Surf Lifesaving Championship
Guelph entrepreneur brings new life to old clothes

Guelph entrepreneur brings new life to old clothes

Evan Carr from Guelph operates The Travelling Gallery, where he transforms patterned sweaters using recycled materials sourced from thrift stores or secondhand clothing shops
New skills-based program launched for children living with disabilities

New skills-based program launched for children living with disabilities

The new skills-based program by Hopewell Support Services set to launch will offer training and support in a wide range of areas
GCVI student wins big at national science fair

GCVI student wins big at national science fair

Grade 11 GCVI student Roocha Shukla took home multiple awards at the 2024 Canada Wide Science Fair in Ottawa for her research in plant growth and development
Community quilt sewn by people who are stitched together

Community quilt sewn by people who are stitched together

The Community Fabric quilt will be on display at the Guelph Civic Museum from Aug. 24 to March 2
ICYMI: New neighbourhood market aims to build north end community

ICYMI: New neighbourhood market aims to build north end community

Series of handmade craft and good markets launches in the Waverley Drive neighbourhood, with additional events taking place in May and June
New neighbourhood market aims to build north end community

New neighbourhood market aims to build north end community

Series of handmade craft and good markets launches in the Waverley Drive neighbourhood, with additional events taking place in May and June
Guelph student receives Ontario volunteer award for supporting students with ADHD

Guelph student receives Ontario volunteer award for supporting students with ADHD

Alexandra Elmslie was recognized with the 2021/22 Ontario Medal for Young Volunteers