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University of Guelph Closed Thursday Due to Heavy Snowfall

Centre Wellington, ON, Canada / Grand 101.1 FM
Austin Cardinell
Feb 13, 2025 | 6:44 AM
University of Guelph Closed Thursday Due to Heavy Snowfall

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NEWS RELEASE UNIVERSITY OF GUELPH

The University of Guelph is closed on Thursday, Feb. 13 due to heavy snowfall.

All campus events have been cancelled today. Please reach out to event organizers directly with inquiries about rescheduling or restructuring of events.

Impact on Classes and Labs

All classes and labs (in-person and remote delivery) are cancelled for today. When the University reopens, instructors will have information on rescheduled tests and assignments.

Impact on Campus

Only those employees designated as essential workers per the Inclement weather/Emergency closing policy are expected to report to work on site.

Employees who are not designated as essential workers should – to the extent feasible – continue with or shift to remote work. Speak with your manager or supervisor about expectations during today’s closure.

All University buildings, labs and facilities are closed except for emergency services (Campus Safety Office and Fire Safety).

This closure extends to the following:

  • Library
  • University Centre
  • All athletics and recreation facilities
  • Athletics will be monitoring conditions and may reopen fitness and recreation facilities later today. Please visit the Fitness and Recreation website for updates and more information.
  • Ontario Veterinary College clinics (emergency service is still available)
  • All other campus buildings and labs

 Remaining open for service are:

Residence service desks including:

  • East (located in Dundas Hall)
  • North (located in Lennox/Addington Hall)
  • South (located in Prairie Hall)

Residence dining halls including:

  • East residence
  • Gordon Hall (Days Inn)
  • LA/LA Starbucks
  • Mountain Hall residence
  • Prairie Hall residence

We will communicate the re-opening of the University on the following channels:

Facebook: /UofGuelph

Students, faculty and staff at the Ridgetown campus and at the University of Guelph-Humber are encouraged to monitor their respective websites for information.