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Van Waffle

Writer, Naturalist, Photographer

Day: June 5, 2012

My Letter to Guelph Councillors About OPA 48

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Van Waffle

I am concerned that OPA 48 does not provide adequate protection for Guelph’s rivers and greenways. I have been a Guelph resident since…

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Rally and Celebration for Guelph’s Two Rivers.

Posted on June 5, 2012August 7, 2012 by Van Waffle

  It is an important time for river advocates in Guelph. Tonight City Council will vote whether to update the city’s Official Plan…

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