VANCOUVER – Amid fresh, but so far denied, allegations of Indian political interference in Canada’s 2022 Conservative Party leadership race, a new public opinion poll indicates a significant decline in Canadian views towards the sub-continental superpower.
Guelph Community Foundation allocates $110,000 to 24 local charities
GUELPH – The Guelph Community Foundation (GFC) has announced grant recipients for 2024.
Grade 10 environmental leadership students to host climate change conference
GUELPH – The Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will be holding its first ever “Grade 9 Climate Showdown” at the University of Guelph Arboretum on Dec. 17.
Poll: lower-income individuals least likely to be eligible for $250 government cheque; 45% say GST holiday would help
ONTARIO – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the Liberal federal government were hoping that two new proposals aimed at those struggling with the cost of living would earn them some holiday goodwill with Canadians.
Changes to CTC source protection plan open to public comment
ERIN – Amendments are being proposed to the Credit Valley – Toronto and Region – Central Lake Ontario (CTC) source protection plan to include updates to the Erin drinking water system.
Centre Wellington students prepare for DramaFest
FERGUS – Theatre Centre Wellington is in full swing, with students at Centre Wellington District High School performing two pieces, in shows on Dec. 3, 4, and 5.
Reflections
Sometimes when I’m out and about and encounter a parent/parents with a newborn baby I “ooh” and “aah” about the beautiful child – what newborn isn’t the cutest baby in Canada? – then I ask if its their first one and how it’s going, and whether they are getting any sleep, etc.
Annual Christmas craft market a hit at Fergus sportsplex
FERGUS – The Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex hosted the annual Fergus Christmas craft market on Dec. 8 from 10am to 4pm.
Festive celebration for the Fergus Pipe Band
FERGUS – The Fergus Pipe Band, family and friends had their Christmas celebration on Dec. 7, at which piper Andrew Hutfluss, left, was presented with the James MacKenzie Award by pipe major Mark Cripps.
OPINION: Energy issues remain top priority for Ontario farmers
ONTARIO – Concerns and challenges around Ontario’s energy supply remain a top-of-mind issue with Ontario’s farmers as we gathered in Toronto last week for the annual general meeting of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture (OFA).
Gallery announces Middlebrook Prize call for submissions
GUELPH – The Art Gallery of Guelph (AGG) has announced the call for submissions for the 2025 Middlebrook Prize for Young Canadian Curators.
Cornerstone Christian School’s festive fundraiser
GUELPH – The small school yard at Cornerstone Christian School, at 108 Forest St. in Guelph, will be filled with lights and music every weekend until Christmas for a fundraiser the school has dubbed “the Lights at Cornerstone.”
Wellington Catholic District School Board kindergarten registration opens Jan. 6
GUELPH – The Wellington Catholic District School Board (WCDSB)invites families to register their children for kindergarten beginning Jan. 6 for the 2025-26 school year.
Students from CWDHS, John F. Ross, GCVI visit College Heights for ‘Tech Days’
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Grade 10 students from John F. Ross Collegiate Vocational Institute (CVI) Guelph CVI, and Centre Wellington District High School visited College Heights Secondary School on Dec. 4 and 5 to explore a range of enhanced skilled trades.