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University of Guelph research to focus on experiences of working during the pandemic

University of Guelph research to focus on experiences of working during the pandemic

Researchers believe the data collection will identify how the pandemic has increased gender inequalities
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City to increase inspections of COVID compliance at retail stores and shopping centres

City to increase inspections of COVID compliance at retail stores and shopping centres

Fines will be issued for significant or repeat violations, says the city
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WATCH: Only celebrate the holidays with those in your household, Ford urges

WATCH: Only celebrate the holidays with those in your household, Ford urges

The holidays are fast approaching, and the Ontario government has made official recommendations on how to celebrate the holidays safely during the COVID-19 pandemic
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UPDATE: Guelph and Wellington County hits 130 new cases in past week

UPDATE: Guelph and Wellington County hits 130 new cases in past week

Nine new cases confirmed in Guelph Wednesday and 12 in Wellington County
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Ontario expected to release guidelines for celebrating winter holidays amid COVID-19

Ontario expected to release guidelines for celebrating winter holidays amid COVID-19

Province's most recent modelling showed the province is on track to see up to 6,500 new daily cases of COVID-19 by mid-December
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Guelph school raising funds for new recess toys as way to thank students for safety efforts

Guelph school raising funds for new recess toys as way to thank students for safety efforts

'They're really taking it seriously and they're following the rules,' says Mitchell Woods principal Mair Gault
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City now accepting applications for Community Grant program

City now accepting applications for Community Grant program

Eligible organizations can apply for funds to support operating costs, events, special programs, or for small capital items
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Christmas In The Village handmade market cancelled

Christmas In The Village handmade market cancelled

Annual event set for Old Quebec Street has been called off due to COVID
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WDG Public Health to begin reporting COVID cases by specific Wellington County municipality

WDG Public Health to begin reporting COVID cases by specific Wellington County municipality

Previously, Public Health had reported only an overall number for all of Wellington County
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WATCH: Minister of Long-Term Care joins Ford for today's announcement

WATCH: Minister of Long-Term Care joins Ford for today's announcement

Province rolls out rapid testing in long-term care homes
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