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Month: January 2025

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Breaking: Disgraced Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Resigns

Disgraced Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially announced his resignation as the leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, bringing an end to nearly a decade of leadership that negatively reshaped the nation’s political landscape. Trudeau confirmed his decision today, signaling a shift in the Liberal Party as it prepares for the next federal …

$200 Rebates Coming Soon for Ontarians: Key Details Revealed

The Ontario government has announced that $200 rebate cheques will be distributed to residents by late January or early February. The initiative, aimed at providing financial relief, was confirmed on Friday by Colin Blachar, spokesperson for Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy. “Our government is putting money back into taxpayers’ pockets with a $200 rebate cheque that …

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Guelph Transit Fare Increases for 2025

As of January 1st, 2025, fare changes were implemented for Guelph Transit users. Adult transit fares for individuals using an OnYourWay card or the app increased by $0.05 to $2.85. Similarly, reduced fares rose by $0.05 to $2.30. Day passes also experienced an increase, now costing $8.55, up by $0.15. However, cash fares remain unchanged …

2 Impaired Driving Charges in Recent Festive RIDE Programs

Two impaired driving charges were laid after more than 1,700 vehicles were checked during recently-completed Festive RIDE programs. Each year over the holiday season, police services conduct additional Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) spot checks to ensure motorists’ sobriety. Between the launch in mid-November and New Year’s Eve, Guelph Police Service officers spoke to 1,726 …

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Guelph Police Seeking Witnesses in Hit & Run Collision

The Guelph Police Service is looking for witnesses after a hit and run collision Monday morning. Just before 6:30 a.m. police were called to Woodlawn Road West and Arrow Road. A driver was attempting to turn onto Woodlawn Road when his vehicle was struck, pushing it into a third vehicle. No injuries were reported. A …

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Police Investigating After 3 People Stole $2,700 of Alcohol

The Guelph Police Service is investigating after three people made off with $2,700 worth of alcohol from a business. Just after 4 p.m. Thursday, police were dispatched to a business on Speedvale Avenue East. Staff reported two men and a woman had just left the store with more than 30 bottles of scotch and tequila. …

Waterloo Man Arrested in Guelph Robbery Attempt

A Waterloo man has been arrested for attempting to rob a Guelph business and robbing a Brantford business nearly two years ago. Shortly after noon June 19, 2023, three males in a stolen vehicle attended a business on Silvercreek Parkway North. They were wearing gloves, masks and sunglasses and carrying reusable shopping bags, but were …

Males Sought in $17K Phone Theft at Stone Road Mall

The Guelph Police Service is trying to identify the males in the attached photo as we continue to investigate the theft of more than $17,000 in phones and smart watches. The morning of December 11, police were called to a business at Stone Road Mall after the manager arrived to find a drawer pried open …

Guelph and Kitchener Set for New Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Hubs

The Ontario government has announced details of its $378 million plan to establish 19 Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment (HART) Hubs, including locations in Guelph and Kitchener. This initiative follows the closure of 10 Consumption and Treatment Services (CTS) sites near schools and daycares, including those at 150 Duke Street in Kitchener and 176 Wyndham …

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Man Breaches Probation for Stealing Car Downtown and Trafficking

On December 30, 2024, the Guelph Police Service initiated an investigation involving a vehicle stolen from the area of downtown Guelph. The stolen vehicle was located on December 31, 2024. As a result of the investigation, a suspect was identified. On December 31, 2024, at approximately 2pm, a 33-year-old Guelph male was arrested and charged …