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Hamilton Tiger-Cats - Special Offer Exclusive to GCC Members

The Hamilton Tiger-Cats are offering members of the Guelph Chamber of Commerce the opportunity to purchase discounted tickets through an exclusive online offer.

For more details on this offer go to www.ticats.ca/groups and enter promo code: ticatscoc

For further details, contact Kyle Robinson  905-547-2298 x237

 

Dates: Friday, March 22/2013 to Sunday, June 30/2013

Location: , Guelph

Website: http://www.ticats.ca/groups


Invitation to Spring Symposium: More Care in the Community - Are We Ready for the Shift?

As Ontario's population ages, a greater demand for home and community services is expected.  People want to remain at home as long as possible.

On May 22 nd, join global thought leaders Will Falk, National Leader of the Healthcare Services group at PwC, and Dr. John Hirdes, Ontario Home Care Research and Knowledge Exchange Chair in the School of Public Health and Health Systems, University of Waterloo, to examine the opportunities and challenges of more care in the community.

This invite-only event will be attended by local leaders in the health community services and government sectors and will provide opportunity for these leaders to engage one another as we experience the home care shift together.

For more information on this event & RSVP instructions, please visit wwccac.org 

Space is limited - RSVP Early

Dates: Wednesday, May 22/2013

Location: , Guelph ON

Website: http://www.wwccac.org

Email:

Phone: 519-823-2550

You are Invited to Join us for a Forum on Your Local Health System

Join the Waterloo Wellington LHIN for a discussion of the ways our new 3-year plan will deliver better access, health experience and value for you!
 

Dates: Wednesday, May 22/2013

Times: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m

Location: Delta Guelph Hotel and Conference Centre, , 50 Stone Road West, Guelph, ON, Guelph ON

Website: http://www.wwlhin.on.ca/page.aspx?id=11862

Contact: Jane Dawkins

Email:

Phone: Jane Dawkins

fundraising campaign

HOLDING IN THE STORM – Local short dramatic film - Spring 2014 release World Autism Day!

Partnering with Guelph Services for the Autistic, our film will increase awareness and encourage inclusion.

Be part of the message! Seeking community partners for in-kind or donation (charitable receipt).  Watch our film prelude, a snapshot into the life of our main character. Click the YouTube button on our website.

www.panvideo.com

Dates: Thursday, May 23/2013 to Monday, September 30/2013

Times: On-going

Location: Guelph

Website: http://watch-feature=player_detailpage&v=cA1wMavyDVI

Contact: Christine Zorn

Email:

Phone: 519 836-8822

Finding or Creating Work That You Love

Are you unsatisfied at your job and want to find out how to tap into your hidden talents, passions, life vision and interests to define work that will leave you excited and fulfilled at the end of your day? In this hands-on class you will be guided in a step-by-step process of picking a livelihood, address your fears and learn how to transition from where you are now to your dream job.

Dates: Saturday, May 25/2013

Times: Sat 9:30-12:30 pm

Location: Wellington Ctre for Con Ed-Rm 6 1428 Gordon Street, Guelph On

Phone: 519-836-7280

Guelph Dance Festival

For four days, the Guelph Dance Festival brings the best of contemporary dance to the streets, stages and parks of Guelph.

Dates: Thursday, May 30/2013 to Sunday, June 2/2013

Times: Every day; Various times

Location: River Run Centre, Exhibition Park; Market Square; DtDE, Guelph Ontario

Website: http://www.guelphdance.ca/

Contact: Barbara Radecki

Email:

Noon Hour Concert Series

St George’s Square will once again host the 2013 Noon Hour Concert Series in downtown Guelph.  Organised by the Downtown Guelph Business Association (DGBA), this annual outdoor music event will start on Friday May 31st and continue every Friday at Noon until September 6th.

 

A full list of performers can be seen below and bios can be found at www.downtownguelph.com

Dates: Friday, May 31/2013 to Friday, September 6/2013

Times: 12pm

Location: St George's Square, downtown Guelph

Website: http://www.downtownguelph.com

Contact: Sam Jewell

Email:

Phone: 519 836 6144

KidsAbility 1KM Fun Run/Walk/Roll

You are invited to join us for this family-friendly event in support of KidsAbility's programs and services in
Guelph-Wellington. Last year, over $29,000 was raised that helped to make a difference in the lives of the over 850 children and youth who benefited from life-changing therapy and support services in their own community.
 
However you roll...come roll with us!

Dates: Sunday, June 2/2013

Times: 10:30am - 1:00pm

Location: West End Community Centre, Guelph ON

Website: http://guelphfunrun.kintera.org/

Contact: Amy Atkinson

Email:

Phone: 519-886-8886 x6239

Who Are You Hiking For?

Hospice Wellington is holding their annual Hike for Hospice! on Sunday, June 2nd at Ignatius Jesuit Centre.

Register as an individual or a team, collect pledges, and come & hike with us.

Prizes for the top 3 team & individual fundraisers!

Visit www.hospicewellington.org to sign up today!

Dates: Sunday, June 2/2013

Times: 10 am - 3 pm

Location: Ignatius Jesuit Centre, Guelph

Website: http://www.hospicewellington.org

Noon Hour Concert Series - Call for Musicians

Downtown Guelph is seeking submissions from musicians and entertainers interested in performing for our 2013 Noon Hour Concert Series, staged every Friday from June 7th to September 13th in St George’s Square. 

Dates: Friday, June 7/2013 to Friday, September 13/2013

Times: 12 pm - 1 pm

Location: St George's Square, downtown Guelph, Guelph ON

Website: http://www.downtownguelph.com

Contact: Sam Jewell

Email:

Phone: 519 836 6144

The Ostic Group First Annual Ball Hockey Tournament

Please join us in our First Annual Ball Hockey Tourament. This is a co-ed, all ages event with proceeds going to the "Power of Play". Please contact with any questions or interest.

Dates: Saturday, June 8/2013

Times: Noon to 8pm

Location: CW Ball Hockey Rink, Salem ON

Contact: Jim Hitchcock

Email:

Phone: 519-843-2540

Gardenscapes

Gardenscapes 2013
Sunday June 9, 12pm - 6pm (rain or shine)


A self-guided tour of 9 spectacular private gardens. Advanced tickets ($15 each) available at:


Brock Road Nursery, Guelph
Framing & Art Centre, Guelph
Macdonald Stewart Art Centre, Guelph
Royal City Nursery, Guelph 

Dates: Sunday, June 9/2013

Times: 12pm - 6pm

Location: Various - Guelph, Guelph Ontario

Website: http://www.msac.ca

Contact: Aidan Ware

Email:

Phone: 519-837-0010

Driving Toward A Safer Community Golf Tournament

 

Join our 20th Annual Golf Tournament! It’s a great way to have fun, get a fantastic prize and help support programs in your community.

Dates: Friday, June 14/2013

Times: 11 AM Shotgun Start

Location: Conestoga Golf Tournament, Conestogo Ontario

Website: http://www.waterloo.johnhoward.on.ca/Page.asp?IdPage=8431&WebAddress=JHS

Contact: Lynn Teixeira

Email:

Phone: (519) 743-6071 ext 208

Golf For A Cure Golf Tournament MS Society

Come join us for 18 holes of "best ball" golf with cart, amazing raffle prizes and hole in one wins a car. All proceeds used to support the 1500 people diagnosed with MS in your community.

Dates: Saturday, July 13/2013

Times: 12pm registration, 1pm shotgun start

Location: Springfield Golf Course, Guelph Ontario

Website: http://mssoc.convio.net/site/Calendar?id=100341&view=Detail

Contact: Penny Burton

Email:

Phone: 519 821 5554

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