Our Commitment

The Guelph Civic League is committed to keeping citizens informed and working towards a local democracy that is participatory, transparent accountable.

We are working for:

• Urban literacy and engagement for all citizens
• Participatory democracy
• City planning and design to manage growth
• Economic development to offset residential taxes and provide jobs
• Complete cost/benefit analysis of major decisions and investments
• Support for local businesses
• Ecological awareness and protection of the highest standard
• Increased focus on the development of culture and the arts
• Heritage identification and preservation
• Quality and beauty as civic priorities

The Guelph Civic League will:

• Undertake projects to improve the quality of life in our city
• Encourage the formation of citizen-led groups and support their efforts
• Help protect and enhance our natural and cultural heritage
• Encourage the participation of citizens in community and civic issues
• Promote dialogue between citizens, organizations, and local government to advance a collaborative vision.
• Provide information on community and civic issues
• Represent and support the common interests of member organizations

Heritage Conservation

Heritage Conservation is important to the Guelph Civic League. We believe that a society without a respect for its heritage is at risk for losing its heart and soul. Other cities also show us that heritage can add both economic and cultural value to the community as a whole. Guelph has many fine examples of heritage buildings and there are Better Ways of preserving these for future generations. Please read these related Better Ways e-bulletin articles, and check back for ongoing updates.

Related Articles

• Best Practice: Saving Buildings Full of History
• Council Voting Record - Now Online
• Where Does the City of Guelph Stand on Heritage?

   

  Leadership

   

  Where do we look for our leadership?

  Our Mayor and City Council? Other cities and countries?

  Understanding the big picture and being able to implement on the local scale is vital in this day and age. In order for Guelph to continue to thrive, we NEED leadership. In fact, in the municipal election this November, we will demand it. In the meantime, join us in reading these Better Ways e-bulletin articles – and be inspired by what is possible in Guelph with real leadership.

   

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Mailing Address:
Guelph Civic League
P.O. Box 1061
Guelph ON
N1H 6N1