Past Events

The University of Guelph is creating a new garden on campus to commemorate the former DM Rutherford Conservatory, which will tell the story of the University of Guelph’s agricultural beginnings and the rich student memories made here.  The University recognizes the importance of preserving the spirit of the Conservatory while maintaining a public space open to all community members.

University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents: Nick Onody, OALA, CSLA, ASLA.  Principal, Landscape Architect at O2 Planning and Design Inc., Toronto, ON. Lecture title: Fixed Ground, Fluid Futures

Join us online January 5, 2026 at 12.00pm for an opportunity to learn about graduate study options in Rural Planning and Development. Whether you are an undergraduate student considering graduate-level education or a professional seeking to strengthen your skills in planning, this open house provides an overview of our programs and pathways.

Natasha D’Souza, a PhD in Rural Studies candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Space, Place and Power: Case Study of Highly Skilled Talent and Governance Dynamics in The Bruce County Energy Sector.” Examination Committee: Dr. Wayne Caldwell, SEDRD,  Co-Advisor Dr. Ryan Gibson, SEDRD, Co-Advisor Dr. Sara Epp, SEDRD, Examiner Dr. Doug Ramsey, Brandon University, External Member Dr. Kearney Coupland, SEDRD, Chair of Examination

Rima Salih, a Capacity Development and Extension master's candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Carbon Sequestration in Riparian Buffer Systems as a Nature-Based Solution for Climate Change Mitigation.”

William Louis Helps, a Doctor of Philosophy - Rural Studies candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Migrant Stories, Industry Narratives:  A Critical Discourse Analysis on Migrant Labour in Canadian Agriculture.”

Charlotte Potter, a PhD Rural Studies candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Autopoiesis and Relationality in Local and Indigenous Knowledge Systems: A Multi-Case Study Analysis.”

Regan Zink, a PhD, Doctor of Philosophy in Rural Studies candidate in the School of Environmental Design and Rural Development, will defend their thesis on “Assessing the Capacity of Municipalities in Ontario to Support Agri-food Systems Planning.” Examination Committee:

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University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents: Valeria Pagliaro and Nikolas Neubert of LAND.