Guelph News Archives

“This is an unfortunately common occurrence, that even though patches are available, people don't do it”

The federal agency that helps protect Canadians against epidemics came down with a devastating case of computer cramps last year that could have put lives at risk. via MyTELUS

Guelph, Ont.-based Armtec Infrastructure Income Fund has announced that it has acquired the assets of Walkerton, Ont.-based Bruce Tile for approximately $9.5 million. via Canadian Plastics Magazine

“Normally, I don't like to set up photos, but in this case, it really worked to show them standing in front of the couch. The room was perfect for it.”

Ottawa Sun photographer Darren Calabrese has been nominated for a national award. via Canoe

“This is actually, in my mind, a great attempt to try to provide some practical measures to deal with the issue of animal assisted therapy dogs”

- Hedgehogs, prairie dogs, non-human primates and alpacas shouldn't be making rounds in hospitals and long-term care facilities, according to new infection control advice for popular animal visitation programs.

Therapy animals shouldn't be permitted access to patients' bathrooms, where they could pick up bugs like Clostridium difficile by licking surfaces or drinking from toilet bowls. And animals at high risk of carrying salmonella - turtles and dogs fed a raw food diet - should be barred from participating in animal therapy programs, the guidelines say. Read more

“I am pleased our government is working with FCM and the City of Guelph to help make these six projects happen. This will contribute to a more eco-friendly future for the citizens of Guelph.”

March 25, 2008, Guelph, Ont. - ' Guelph Councillor Lise Burcher, representing the Federation of Canadian Municipalities , and the Honourable Michael Chong, Member of Parliament for Wellington-Halton Hills, ... via City Of Guelph

“We support Earth Hour and its message that small actions can have a major impact and encourage our employees and customers to participate”

Direct Energy is proud to support Earth Hour 2008 by encouraging its customers and employees to turn off their lights for one hour on March 29, 2008, at 8:00pm to raise awareness about climate change. via Market Wire

Canadian scientists using the trophy rack from a large male moose for a series of acoustic experiments have discovered that the beast's antlers act like natural hearing aids, bouncing sounds -- including sweet ... via Canada.com

“We've become very complacent about the richness that we have and it's kind of caught up to us in many ways, or is catching up to us”

Most Canadians are blissfully unaware that the water they take for granted is being threatened by overuse and mismanagement, say experts who warn climate change could soon make water shortages an unmistakable ... via CBC News

“They want to get on with building a strong Quebec within a strong Canada, and that's what our government is dedicated to doing, as is the government of Quebec.”

Quebec nationalists hoping to take a page out of Kosovo's independence book are misreading two very different situations, Prime Minister Stephen Harper said Wednesday. via 900 CHML AM

“If they do what they're supposed to do in terms of meat handling, then it should be perfectly safe. But do people do that is the question?”

Canadian researchers have found antibiotic-resistant Staph bacteria in pork products purchased in retail stores across the country - " a discovery that raises questions about how the contamination occurred, how ... via The Toronto Star

Overcast The 25th annual Doubleheaders Model Railroad layout tour takes place April 5 throughout Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo and Guelph. via Cambridge Times

“The Spring/Summer edition of the Guelph Community Guide is now available. The City's guide to recreation, leisure, and neighbourhood program information has changed - ”

Big changes for Guelph Community Guide City of Guelph Guide updated to reach residents with user-friendly appeal and reduced environmental impact. via City Of Guelph

“Eicosapentaenoic acid (C20:5n3, [EPA]) and docosahexaenoic (C22:6n3, [DHA]) were also present in a higher percentage of total FA in yak's cheese than in dairy cattle cheese, and both come from alpha-linolenic acid metabolism in animal tissues.”

Milk from the yak can produce cheese with more heart-healthy fats than cheese from dairy cattle, suggests new research. via FoodNavigator

“When you investigate the household, you investigate the whole household”

If your household is plagued by infections of drug-resistant Staph bacteria, give a thought to the family cat, a newly published report suggests. via CANOE

“Competitive bidding and for-profit delivery is unsuited for publicly funded home care. We should have a say on building a system that improves care for patients and working conditions for front line home care staff.”

Patricia Pitt-Anderson, a personal support worker with a Toronto home care agency and a member of the Canadian Union of Public Employees urged Premier Dalton McGuinty to intervene personally to end home care ... via Canada NewsWire

“I had just gotten into writing my own music, so I decided to focus on that instead.”

Katie Stelmanis Getting Used To Listeners Taking Her Album's Title To Heart Tuesday March 04, 2008 @ 06:00 PM By: ChartAttack.com Staff Katie Stelmanis When Katie Stelmanis played her CD release show on Jan. via ChartAttack

The Professional Truck Driver Institute Inc. presented the tenth annual Lee J. Crittenden Memorial Award to Ray Haight, executive director of MacKinnon Transport, Inc., of Guelph, Ontario, Canada. via Heavy Duty Trucking

Producers to start receiving cheques this week GUELPH, ON, March 4 /CNW/ - Approximately 13,000 cattle, hog and horticulture producers across Ontario will receive nearly $130 million in assistance within the ... via CNW Group

“Our philosophy is simple and unwavering. We do what is right”

Both Canadian carriers and drivers have been awarded with top industry honours and a little slice of paradise at Truckload Carriers Association's annual convention. via Truck News

“So the women are in retail jobs, they're in the banks, they're in the hospitals, they're in the schools and they're running their kids around and they're volunteering in the community.”

On the days when Brent MacFadyen is home, on days off between 18-hour shifts moving drilling rigs in Alberta's oil patch, his wife says he takes over the household chores - getting their two young daughters off ... via MyTELUS

On behalf of the Honourable Josee Verner, Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Gary Goodyear, Member of Parliament , will make an announcement tomorrow about the Corporation of ... via Market Wire

Pamela Anderson is getting an annulment to end her marriage to Rick Salomon: Pamela Anderson Wants Annulment San Francisco Chronicle - CA, USA Anderson initially filed for divorce in December, after just two ... via Tim Worstall