Robin George
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Journalist at the Wellington Advertiser newspaper
Journalist at the Wellington Advertiser newspaper
"Our students – the voices of the next generation – deserve a better education than the one that the Ford government is currently delivering.”
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Union asks school board to call for increased provincial funding
There is a funding crisis in Ontario’s education system, union officials say. That’s why two local teacher union representatives delivered a petition with 650 signatures to Upper Grand District School...
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June 4, 2025 at 6:55 PM
"Our students – the voices of the next generation – deserve a better education than the one that the Ford government is currently delivering.”
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The Black Parents Council called the denial “not just a procedural oversight,” but an act of exclusion that “reinforces the very systemic failures we have been naming for years.” Members said children are not safe and “trust has been broken. Healing cannot begin when the people harmed are silenced.”
Black Parents Council, school board at odds over group's delegation refusal
Caution: This story contains details of racism and attempted suicide. If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call 9-8-8. GUELPH – A group of parents hoped to delegate about anti-Black r...
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May 30, 2025 at 7:04 PM
The Black Parents Council called the denial “not just a procedural oversight,” but an act of exclusion that “reinforces the very systemic failures we have been naming for years.” Members said children are not safe and “trust has been broken. Healing cannot begin when the people harmed are silenced.”
Bill 5, meant to fast-track energy and infrastructure projects, reduces public oversight, provides exemptions from provincial regulations and archeological assessments, and reverses Ontario’s Endangered Species Act. MPP Mike Schriener said "Trump only wishes he had the power this bill brings Ford."
Hundreds march through Guelph in protest of Bill 5
A grassroots protest was held in Guelph on May 24 in opposition to Bill 5, or the Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act.
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May 28, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Bill 5, meant to fast-track energy and infrastructure projects, reduces public oversight, provides exemptions from provincial regulations and archeological assessments, and reverses Ontario’s Endangered Species Act. MPP Mike Schriener said "Trump only wishes he had the power this bill brings Ford."
Natasha Pravaz said it’s essential not to conflate criticism of Israel with anti-Semitism, calling this “weaponized anti-Semitism,” and to recognize the rise of anti-Semitism is connected to the rise of other forms of discrimination including Islamophobia homophobia, transphobia and white supremacy.
Panelists discuss anti-Palestinian racism, ‘weaponized anti-Semitism’ at school boards
GUELPH – A forum focussed on “Addressing Anti-Palestinian Racism in Our Schools” brought about 70 people to 10C Shared Space in Guelph on May 4. The event was presented by UGDSB Parents for Palestine...
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May 23, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Natasha Pravaz said it’s essential not to conflate criticism of Israel with anti-Semitism, calling this “weaponized anti-Semitism,” and to recognize the rise of anti-Semitism is connected to the rise of other forms of discrimination including Islamophobia homophobia, transphobia and white supremacy.
“The generosity, the kindness, it’s not anything I had ever experienced.”
Doctor shares stories from Gazan NICU
EDEN MILLS – Resilience, generosity and playfulness were among the themes of Dr. Nour Khatib’s recent presentation about her work in Gazan hospitals last year.
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May 16, 2025 at 8:19 PM
“The generosity, the kindness, it’s not anything I had ever experienced.”
“The appointed reviewers bring extensive professional experience in advancing human rights and evaluating institutional policies."
UGDSB appoints lawyers for human rights review
A review of human rights at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) is set to be completed by lawyers Patrick Case and Julie Lassonde.
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May 7, 2025 at 7:45 PM
“The appointed reviewers bring extensive professional experience in advancing human rights and evaluating institutional policies."
Dave Genereaux, father to Jason and husband to Sabrina, died in a car crash on Highway 6 on Dec. 29, 2023. The other driver in the crash has pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death.
Driver pleads guilty to impaired driving in crash that killed Fergus man
GUELPH – It’s been 16 months since Dave Genereaux died in a two-vehicle crash in December of 2023. The other driver in the crash, Micheal Shular, pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death dur...
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May 7, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Dave Genereaux, father to Jason and husband to Sabrina, died in a car crash on Highway 6 on Dec. 29, 2023. The other driver in the crash has pleaded guilty to impaired driving causing death.
“It’s a traumatic time to talk about these things.”
Sexual assault trial for Puslinch man continues with second victim
Warning: This article contains allegations of sexual assault. Anyone who is at risk of sexual violence or has experienced sexual violence can call the Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis 24-hour helplin...
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May 3, 2025 at 3:15 PM
“It’s a traumatic time to talk about these things.”
“By failing to acknowledge the suffering of Palestinians and suppressing discussions about their rights, the board is failing its duty to uphold equity and justice.”
Parents urge school board to address anti-Palestinian racism
GUELPH – Some parents are concerned about the prevalence of anti-Palestinian racism at Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) schools. That’s according to an open letter, signed by more than 100 ...
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April 24, 2025 at 10:32 PM
“By failing to acknowledge the suffering of Palestinians and suppressing discussions about their rights, the board is failing its duty to uphold equity and justice.”
The Upper Grand District School Board's human rights practices will be reviewed. The review was announced a week after UGDSB parents released a public letter accusing the board of anti-Black racism and calling for a third-party equity audit
UGDSB human rights practices to be reviewed by independent third party
GUELPH – Human rights practices at the Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) will be reviewed. That’s according to an announcement from director of education Peter Sovran, made a week after UGDSB ...
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April 23, 2025 at 2:54 PM
The Upper Grand District School Board's human rights practices will be reviewed. The review was announced a week after UGDSB parents released a public letter accusing the board of anti-Black racism and calling for a third-party equity audit
Public health is reporting 30 positive and probable measles cases in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin as of April 22, up from 19 just five days earlier.
Measles cases climb to 30 in region
WELLINGTON COUNTY – Public health is reporting 30 positive and probable measles cases in the region as of April 22, up from 19 just five days earlier. As of April 17, the cases aren’t within schools o...
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April 22, 2025 at 3:54 PM
Public health is reporting 30 positive and probable measles cases in Guelph, Wellington and Dufferin as of April 22, up from 19 just five days earlier.
“If we could eat more locally and eat more seasonally I think it would benefit the economy more and maybe it would help see us through however long this trade war is going to be”
-Wellington Federation of Agriculture president Barclay Nap
-Wellington Federation of Agriculture president Barclay Nap
Local farmers fear fallout of trade war with United States
Local farmers are preparing for the fallout of a trade war with the U.S.
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March 11, 2025 at 9:44 PM
“If we could eat more locally and eat more seasonally I think it would benefit the economy more and maybe it would help see us through however long this trade war is going to be”
-Wellington Federation of Agriculture president Barclay Nap
-Wellington Federation of Agriculture president Barclay Nap
Former resident Aurora Hahn said she was “absolutely devastated” when she found out the centre was closing.
“The program definitely saved my life,” she said. “I was going down a very dangerous path … if I didn’t go there I truly don’t think that I would be here right now.”
“The program definitely saved my life,” she said. “I was going down a very dangerous path … if I didn’t go there I truly don’t think that I would be here right now.”
Portage closes Elora facility after nearly 40 years of youth rehabilitation
A youth addiction rehabilitation centre in Elora has closed its doors due to financial shortfalls.
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February 4, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Former resident Aurora Hahn said she was “absolutely devastated” when she found out the centre was closing.
“The program definitely saved my life,” she said. “I was going down a very dangerous path … if I didn’t go there I truly don’t think that I would be here right now.”
“The program definitely saved my life,” she said. “I was going down a very dangerous path … if I didn’t go there I truly don’t think that I would be here right now.”
A 54-year-old Guelph man left the Acton Fall Fair with a brain bleed and a fractured skull, following an interaction with Halton police.
The province’s SIU has concluded there is no reasonable grounds to believe any officers involved committed a criminal offence during the incident.
The province’s SIU has concluded there is no reasonable grounds to believe any officers involved committed a criminal offence during the incident.
SIU concludes investigation of altercation at Acton Fall Fair
A 54-year-old man left the Acton Fall Fair with a brain bleed and a fractured skull, following an interaction with police. The SIU has concluded there is no reasonable grounds to believe any officers ...
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January 30, 2025 at 8:47 PM
A 54-year-old Guelph man left the Acton Fall Fair with a brain bleed and a fractured skull, following an interaction with Halton police.
The province’s SIU has concluded there is no reasonable grounds to believe any officers involved committed a criminal offence during the incident.
The province’s SIU has concluded there is no reasonable grounds to believe any officers involved committed a criminal offence during the incident.
The Grade 12 students blew their goal of $132,000 out of the water, raising an estimated $176,000 at the Redefine Charity Gala
Students raise $176,000 at Beyond Borders charity gala
GUELPH – The River Run Centre was abuzz with excitement on Jan. 18, with hundreds of people dressed in their formal best to support a student-run fundraiser for the Children's Foundation of Guelph and...
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January 21, 2025 at 10:05 PM
The Grade 12 students blew their goal of $132,000 out of the water, raising an estimated $176,000 at the Redefine Charity Gala
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Palestinians burst into celebration across the Gaza Strip at news of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with some shedding years of joy and others whistling, clapping and chanting 'Allahu akbar' (God is greatest) reut.rs/4jk9sLk
Gazans shed tears of joy, disbelief at news of ceasefire deal
Palestinians burst into celebration across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday at news of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with some shedding years of joy and others whistling, clapping and chanting "Allahu akbar" (God is greatest).
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January 15, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Palestinians burst into celebration across the Gaza Strip at news of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, with some shedding years of joy and others whistling, clapping and chanting 'Allahu akbar' (God is greatest) reut.rs/4jk9sLk
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The Guardian view on a ceasefire in Gaza: far too late, but desperately needed | Editorial
The Guardian view on a ceasefire in Gaza: far too late, but desperately needed | Editorial
As officials report that a deal has been agreed, a precarious pause in hostilities and the release of hostages could only be welcomed
Hope has rarely felt so fragile, or so inadequate. A moment long sought and prayed for will nonetheless be met with fear…
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January 15, 2025 at 7:15 PM
The Guardian view on a ceasefire in Gaza: far too late, but desperately needed | Editorial
Officials with CUPE Local 256 called blaming financial pressures on staff absences “a gross misstatement.
“Severe underfunding by the Ford government … has led to understaffing, exhaustion and burnout for members,” CUPE officials state.
“Severe underfunding by the Ford government … has led to understaffing, exhaustion and burnout for members,” CUPE officials state.
Unions blame provincial funding, board changes for UGDSB’s financial strains
GUELPH – Upper Grand District School Board (UGDSB) director Peter Sovran says the board is facing financial pressure and he has pointed to staff absences as a cause. But union officials say the probl...
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January 15, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Officials with CUPE Local 256 called blaming financial pressures on staff absences “a gross misstatement.
“Severe underfunding by the Ford government … has led to understaffing, exhaustion and burnout for members,” CUPE officials state.
“Severe underfunding by the Ford government … has led to understaffing, exhaustion and burnout for members,” CUPE officials state.
In her complaint, Dzikewich states, “OPP officers have been discreditable, deceitful, neglectful in their duties and have unlawfully exercised their authority"
Schofield’s mother files complaint against OPP with oversight agency
GUELPH – The mother of an Arthur man who died in police custody has filed an official complaint against the OPP. Nathaniel Schofield, a 36-year-old father of six, died on July 10 after spending a nig...
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January 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
In her complaint, Dzikewich states, “OPP officers have been discreditable, deceitful, neglectful in their duties and have unlawfully exercised their authority"
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“Immigrating to Canada, once a goal for many, is now seen as a costly and often futile endeavour”
And they’re leaving. This belief that international students are to blame for the housing crisis underpinned by racism
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And they’re leaving. This belief that international students are to blame for the housing crisis underpinned by racism
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The cost of the Canadian dream
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January 13, 2025 at 8:43 PM
“Immigrating to Canada, once a goal for many, is now seen as a costly and often futile endeavour”
And they’re leaving. This belief that international students are to blame for the housing crisis underpinned by racism
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And they’re leaving. This belief that international students are to blame for the housing crisis underpinned by racism
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"Thank you for all that you did and thank you for showing us that will power is still an incredible source of change, and a renewable source at that. Thank you for caring and thank you for humanizing the people that too often get dehumanized. Thank you for being real."
In a world all of jerks and tyrants, be a Kate Nixon
This week's Market Squared remembers a capital 'F' Friend
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January 12, 2025 at 8:02 PM
"Thank you for all that you did and thank you for showing us that will power is still an incredible source of change, and a renewable source at that. Thank you for caring and thank you for humanizing the people that too often get dehumanized. Thank you for being real."