Dufferin County

GUELPH – Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health’s board of health has passed a $25-million budget, including a 2.9% cost increase for its three funding municipalities.

GUELPH – “Fund our schools, not policing in schools.” That was the resounding message from a group gathered in front of the Upper Grand District School Board office (UGSDB) on Oct. 2. 

GUELPH – Does policing in schools make students safer? According to Andrea Vásquez Jiménez, data paints a clear picture that the answer to this question is no.

GUELPH – One in every three Canadians will face mental health struggles in their lifetime, according to Public Health.   But United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin is working to address those struggles, and officials there believe “Better is Possible.” 

GUELPH – There are many reasons some people don’t want vaccinations, but if it’s fear of needles, public health has you covered.

FERGUS – Lights were off, windows shuttered, and fans hummed in hot classrooms during the last week of school before summer break.

GUELPH – Parents and guardians can share concerns they have about human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) during a series of parent/community engagement sessions. 

GUELPH –  Some parents and students would like the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma program to be offered in Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools in Wellington and Dufferin counties. 

GUELPH – The local health unit has been working with area partners as the Consumption and Treatment Site (CTS) in Guelph closed on March 31 and the Homeless and Addiction Recovery Treatment Hub (HART) opened on April 1 as directed by the province.