We love to see people in person to talk about the things that are most important to the people who live here, study here, work here, or those who have inherent rights to this land.

We hope you can join us for a conversation.

Conversation Cafés

We are hosting three sessions to dig deeper in culture plan topics in small group conversations with the community. Everyone is invited.

Please register to attend one of the following dates and locations:

• Tuesday, August 1, 7 to 9 p.m. in The LOFT space at Longo’s, 24 Clair Rd. W.
• Thursday, August 3, 10 a.m. to noon – Guelph Little Theatre, 176 Morris St.
• Saturday, August 5, 10 a.m. to noon – Guelph Civic Museum, 52 Norfolk St.

At each session, we will enjoy light refreshments and create a mosaic together while talking about culture in the community. We'll be looking at several topics including:

• What does the word 'culture' mean to you
• What is special about culture in Guelph
• What is missing from the culture scene across the community and how we can best address those gaps, and
• What role should the City play in culture

Please note: If you wish to bring your children along, activities for kids aged 4 and up will be available during the session on Saturday, August 5 at the Museum. Please let us know who to expect when you register.

Register here to attend a conversation café

Indigenous Sharing Circle

We're creating a safe space on the evening of August 15 specifically for people who identify as Indigenous to Turtle Island (First Nations, Inuit, Métis and those of mixed Indigenous ancestry are all welcome).

Join us outdoors and come together in circle with City staff to share your thoughts, wisdom and wishes for culture and Indigeneity in Guelph.

A light meal will be provided and recognition for your time can be arranged.

Contact tracy.suerich@guelph.ca for location and details.

Can't attend? No problem

If you can't attend a conversation café or sharing circle but would like to connect with our team directly, we would love to hear from you.

Please reach out to us

Gregory Peddie
Coordinator, Cultural Programs and Events. City of Guelph
519-822-1260 extension 2629, TTY 519-822-9771
gregory.peddie@guelph.ca