Project SEARCH, a school-to-work transition program at the University of Guelph that dismantles barriers and provides work experience for high school students with disabilities, has been recognized as the Community Changemaker of the Year by March of Dimes Canada. “We’re so grateful for this honour in recognition of Project SEARCH, a program that reflects the […]
Today marks the start of Truth and Reconciliation week leading up to the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 30. It is a time for us to come together to reflect on and honour the lost children and survivors of residential schools and commit to playing a part in advancing reconciliation […]
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Though indoor farms have been used since ancient Rome – allowing Emperor Tiberius to enjoy cucumbers year-round – the first major report on their safety has arrived late 2025. “Indoor farming was thought to be safer than outdoor crops given that plants are grown in a protective environment,” says Dr. Keith Warriner, a University of Guelph food scientist. […]
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U of G will raise the Métis flag in recognition of Powley Day on Sept. 19. Powley Day marks the Supreme Court of Canada’s decision that affirms that Métis harvesting rights are protected under section 35. of the Constitution Act, 1982. Jean Teillet (BFA, LL.B, LL.M), legal counsel for the Powleys at all levels of […]
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“You don’t coach basketball players; you coach people who play basketball.” Those words, once spoken to Ismail Hassan from a coach, are both the focus and the goal behind Dribble Dreams Foundation, the Milton-based basketball non-profit the University of Guelph student founded in 2023 to empower underserved youth and make the sport more accessible. “Sports […]
Dr. Dave Snow, professor in the Department of Political Science, spoke to The Globe and Mail about the use of Canada’s notwithstanding clause. […]
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Prof. Sonia Dhaliwal, professor in the Department of Management, spoke to The Globe and Mail about students using AI in classrooms. […]
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Speaking to The New York Times, Dr. Gary Umphrey, professor in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, discussed genetic hybridization after a recent discovery that some ants have offspring of a different species. […]
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Interdisciplinary education will prepare job-ready scientists and leaders New foundations for Canada’s future are being built at the University of Guelph, as two colleges open their doors to cutting-edge science and engineering education. The new College of Engineering (COE) and College of Computational, Mathematical and Physical Sciences (CCMPS) have officially launched, created from the former College of Engineering and Physical Sciences […]
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Dr. Elaine Chang, professor in the School of Theatre, English and Creative Writing, speaks to CBC News about increasing representation of Asian characters in television shows like “The Pitt”. […]
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Speaking to CBC News The National, Dr. Lawrence Goodridge, director of the Canadian Research Institute for Food Safety, discussed monitoring wastewater for rising COVID-19 cases. […]
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Just as Yves Veggie Cuisine announces its discontinuation, a McDonald’s vegetarian sandwich has officially launched across Canada. Will Canadians bite, or pass it by? “Research shows that many Canadian consumers are more open to transitioning toward plant-based protein diets, though they often demand higher quality and transparency,” says Dr. Sadaf Mollaei, the Arrell Chair in the Business […]
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Speaking to Radio-Canada, Dr. Kimberly Squires, professor in the Department of Family Relations and Applied Nutrition, discussed the need for children to feel physically and psychologically safe when discussing tragedies. […]
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Speaking to Canada’s National Observer, Dr. Brian Husband, professor in the Department of Integrative Biology, discussed his work focused on saving the nearly extinct American chestnut tree. […]
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Volunteers wanted: U of G community service event returns for 28th year on Sept. 13 One day. Hundreds of volunteers across Guelph. Project Serve, the beloved volunteer event led by the University of Guelph, returns for its 28th year on Saturday, Sept. 13. This time, organizers want to see more than just undergrads, but also staff, faculty and […]
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Speaking on Columnists from CBC Radio, Dr. Mike von Massow, professor in the Department of Food, Agricultural and Resource Economics, discussed the trend of adding protein to coffee. […]
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Speaking to CBC’s The Current, Prof. Bruce McAdams, professor in the Gordon S. Lang School of Business and Economics, discussed increased tip requests from restaurants and other service providers. […]
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Precision spraying is being reimagined with a smart technology upgrade. Dr. Medhat Moussa, professor in the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, College of Engineering, together with industry partners, has developed an automated agricultural robotic system to help farmers manage weeds in lima bean crops. Developed at the Robotics Institute at Guelph, the technology is […]
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A University of Guelph marketing professor is available to discuss a new editorial in the Canadian Medical Association Journal that argues that Canada needs more effective regulations to protect youth from gambling advertising. Dr. Timothy Dewhirst is a professor and senior research fellow in marketing and public policy at the Gordon S. Lang School of […]
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On the second Sunday in September, this year occurring on Sept. 7, U of G recognizes Firefighters’ National Memorial Day by lowering the flags to half-mast. Firefighters’ National Memorial Day is a tribute to the firefighters who risk their lives to keep Canadians safe and designated in memory of firefighters who have fallen in the […]
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