There is a distinct, rhythmic calm that settles over Guelph every summer. If you take a stroll down the Speed River trail near The Ward, wander through the Sunday Farmers’ Market, or play an early morning round at Cutten Fields, you can feel it. The spring rush has settled, families are soaking up summer before…
If you have taken a stroll or attempted a drive through the heart of our city lately, you know things look a little different. The heavy machinery is out, the dust is flying, and the first major phase of the Downtown Infrastructure Project has been transforming our historic core. As someone who loves the deep,…
Whether you are enjoying a stroll through Riverside Park, cycling the Riverside-to-Guelph Lake Trail, or wrapping up a round at Cutten Fields, there is no denying that June in our Royal City is beautiful. But while our local parks are in full bloom, the housing market is behaving a bit differently this season. The June…
When I spent 27 years directing advertising and marketing at the Guelph Mercury, tracking consumer response was all about newspaper circulation, coupon returns, and phone traffic. Today, from my office at Royal LePage Royal City Realty, the tools have drastically changed, but the fundamental truth of marketing remains exactly the same: you have to look…
The City of Guelph remained firmly in a buyer’s market throughout May 2026. While local real estate activity picked up slightly compared to earlier in the spring, there are still more homes for sale in Guelph neighbourhoods than buyers ready to purchase them. Because of this extra inventory, houses are taking longer to sell, and…
If you have driven through the core recently, you have seen the bright orange signs and the pylons. Yes, our historic downtown is going through a massive infrastructure face-lift right now. But if you think a little construction is enough to keep true Royal City residents away, you don’t know the grit of this community….
I recently had the privilege of attending a 40th Anniversary reunion gathering for past and present board members of the Children’s Foundation of Guelph and Wellington. Standing in a room filled with so many familiar faces, innovators, and advocates, it naturally had me reminiscing about my own journey with the foundation, and it got me…
If you had told me on October 1st, 1989, as I was selling stereos at the Eaton Centre (now the beautiful Old Quebec Street Shops at 55 Wyndham), that I was about to embark on a nearly three-decade career in one building, I probably wouldn’t have believed you. But the next day, everything changed. I…
If you’ve spent any time on Carden Street in Guelph, you know it’s more than just an ordinary street. To me, Market Square represents some of the very best of Downtown Guelph. it’s where our rich history meets a vibrant, modern lifestyle. Whether you’re a long-time local or looking to move here, this square is…
What to Expect During a Typical Ontario Home Inspection Whether you are purchasing a charming mid-century bungalow near Guelph General Hospital or a sleek west-coast style rebuild in Old University, the home inspection is often the most nerve-wracking part of the journey. I have seen many clients walk into an inspection expecting a crystal ball…
