Canada’s only master’s program in rural planning and development answering high demand for planners Growing up on an Ontario farm, Martin Straathof always knew he wanted to protect farmland and give back to the rural communities that shaped his life. “It was the rural planning and development (RPD) program at the University of Guelph that offered a bridge between […]
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A lack of regulations for consuming cannabis in social spaces in Canada is hurting opportunities for cannabis tourism, as well as the country’s position as a global leader when it comes to legalization, says U of G economic geographer Dr. Susan Dupej. “Canada is slow to emerge as a vital sector of the broader cannabis […]
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The University of Guelph community is mourning the death of Dr. Chantale Pinard, professor of Ophthalmology in the Department of Clinical Studies, who passed away on Nov. 11, 2025. Pinard’s obituary is available on GuelphToday. A memorial service will be held on Nov. 22 at 1 p.m. in the Summerlee Science Complex Waasamowin (Atrium) at U of G. […]
Dr. Biniam Kebede, professor in the Department of Food Science, spoke to The Globe and Mail about the role of machine learning in the art and science of cooking. […]
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Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, spoke to the Toronto Star about looking for discount items at the grocery store. […]
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Speaking to HuffPost, Dr. Keith Warriner, professor in the Department of Food Science, discussed the risks of turkey dinners ahead of American Thanksgiving. The story was also shared in BuzzFeed and The Independent. […]
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The University of Guelph has once again ranked sixth among Canada’s 15 comprehensive universities, a reflection of its academic excellence, robust research programming and campus community. The ranking, from Maclean’s 2026 evaluation of the country’s post-secondary institutions, is based on a five-metric system that includes students, faculty, resources, student support and reputation. U of G’s […]
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Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr. Matthew Hayday, professor in the Department of History, discussed the importance of historians in a time when AI and fake materials are becoming more common. […]
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Ontario Veterinary College researchers are using wearable technology to test if airway surgery enhances dogs’ quality of life Short noses and flat faces might make for adorable pugs, but the health issues that result from them are far from cute. A new clinical trial at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC) is focusing on the success of a surgical procedure for brachycephalic dogs – breeds with short, flat-faced skulls, including pugs and French bulldogs, which have grown to become one of the most popular breeds. Common among these dogs is a condition known as […]
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Speaking to the Toronto Star, Dr. Rene Van Acker, president and vice-chancellor, discussed U of G’s commitment to improving environmentally friendly farming practices through research. […]
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Dr. Francois Tardif, professor in the Department of Plant Agriculture, spoke to the Toronto Star about improving soil regeneration for farmers. […]
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Speaking to MSNBC, Dr. Scott Weese, chief of infection control in the Department of Pathobiology at the Ontario Veterinary College, discussed the decision to cull a herd of B.C. ostriches over avian flu concerns. He also spoke about the cull with The Canadian Press. […]
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His PhD project combines microbiome science with Indigenous knowledge, challenging what makes a “healthy” gut Deep in the Amazon rainforest, David Good calls out to his family members for a strange request. “Shi-ie ya puhi,” he shouts, which means, “I want your feces.” Laughing, they comply, tying up banana leaves that contain their samples. They […]
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Dr. Lawrence Goodridge knows firsthand the kind of progress that can be made when scientists and government work together. A professor in the Department of Food Science and the director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety at the University of Guelph, Goodridge’s lab was part of the Ontario Wastewater Surveillance Initiative, a program […]
By Dr. Carolyn Yule, professor of sociology; Laura MacDiarmid, professor of justice studies, University of Guelph-Humber; and Dr. Troy Riddell, chair, Department of Political Science, College of Social and Applied Human Sciences, University of Guelph This article is republished from The Conversation Canada under a Creative Commons licence. Read the original article. The Liberal government has introduced bail reform […]
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Speaking to Canada’s National Observer, Dr. Julie Simmons, professor in the Department of Political Science, discussed the Western provinces’ reaction to the federal budget. […]
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Indigenous Veterans Day Flag Lowering U of G recognizes Indigenous Veterans Day and honours the important contributions made by First Nations, Inuit and Métis veterans in service to Canada. Flags across campus will be lowered on Nov. 8 to honour Indigenous Veterans Day. Remembrance Day Service U of G staff, faculty and students as well […]
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Speaking to The Weather Network, Chris Earley, an interpretive biologist and education coordinator at U of G’s Arboretum and adjunct faculty member in the Department of Integrative Biology, discussed how insects survive the cold winters. […]
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Dr. Rozita Dara, professor in the School of Computer Science, spoke to the Toronto Star about billboards using facial recognition technology to target advertisements. […]
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In a commentary for the Toronto Star, Dr. Timothy Dewhirst, marketing professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discusses how Utah’s NHL team got its name. […]
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