Upcoming Events

Get your tickets for the U of G's 50/50 Raffle for United Way! Open to all faculty, staff, students, and retirees: https://trellis.org/university-of-guelphs-2025-united-way-5050  Proceeds from the U of G's 50/50 help to improve lives and build community. Every dollar counts and every donation adds up over the course of the year. When combined with donations from all across our community, United Way can provide millions of dollars to create lasting positive change on pressing social issues. Tickets...

Join us for a spooky guided tour through campus in support of the United Way! Tickets are $20 with 50% of sales donated. Tours meet in Alumni Plaza outside War Memorial Hall at 7 p.m.  Tickets are available at: U of G Campus Ghost Walking Tour. Available Dates: Tuesday, September 30 Thursday, October 2 Wednesday, October 22 Thursday, October 23 Tuesday, October 28...

Every Wednesday from October 1st to December 3rd is Donation Day on campus! When you stop by any campus dining location, you can add a donation to your food purchase or round up your bill - right at checkout with the Hospitality Services Point-of-Sale (POS) system. Proceeds will go toward the U of G’s annual United Way Campaign. Don’t believe that your contribution won’t matter or is too small. Pooled together, each contribution and action will make...

Join Athletics for a Pilates Reformer Class for United Way! The Pilates Reformer is a system of springs and pulleys that creates resistance. Users can perform a wide range of exercises by using their body weight and the springs for resistance through different types of motion and in all positions (supine, prone, side lying, seated and standing). Come and try a class for a special low price with all proceeds going to the United Way. Athletics offers classes each semester and you can find more information here: https://fitandrec.gryphons.ca/. All proceeds to United Way!...

Join the School of Continuing Studies for a fun and festive internal Halloween Social on Tuesday, October 29 at 9:30 a.m. in Johnston Hall, Room 154C. Connect with colleagues, listen to an impact speaker and get into the Halloween spirit!   More details to be provided soon!

Join us for a creative and relaxing lunchtime event in support of United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin! Attendees will have the chance to decorate jars and frames, fill them with colourful seeds, and learn more about United Way’s impact in our community. There will also be a friendly competitionfor the best-decorated jars and frames, with a small prize for the winner! Plus, you’ll get to see live bean plants up close and learn how they grow and harvest. All materials are generously provided by the Research Innovation Office, so just bring...

Get ready to play, win, and give back! Starting Monday, November 3rd, join in on the fun with our COA United Way Bingo, where every card sold helps support our community through the United Way campaign. How it Works: Cards: 2 for $5 or 5 for $10 Start Date: Monday, November 3rd, 2025 Daily Draws: Numbers will be drawn every morning around 9:30 a.m. and sent to your inbox The...

Join us on Wednesday, November 5th at 4:00 PM in the Arboretum for a refreshing fall walk in support of the United Way Guelph Wellington Dufferin! Enjoy free hot chocolate, cookies and enter our door prize draw while connecting with classmates, friends and colleagues. All students and faculty are welcome - bring your friends, your walking shoes, and a donation if you’re able. Let’s take a step together toward wellness and community support!

Darren Sargent is an Academic Program Assistant with the School of Language and Literatures, as well as Lieutenant and Primary Reserve Commissioned Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces. Help him celebrate his birthday by donating to his fundraiser and attending his live head shave! All proceeds go toward supporting our local community through the United Way Campaign: Darren Sargent's Birthday Head Shave Fundraiser for United Way.

Join us for Archives After Dark, a special stop-motion film screening taking place at the McLaughlin Library in support of the United Way! Admission is free, but RSVP is required, please consider making a donation to United Way to help support individuals and families in our community. Reserve your spot here: trellis.org/archives-after-dark-stop-motion-film-...