Opportunities & Culture

Fun Activities

Local Amenities

We love Preservation Park! Home to hiking trails and expansive boardwalks in the middle of the city, with an entrance just a stone’s throw away from Argyle Village. Discover the beauty of the Arboretum, which offers various nature trails through 400 acres of gardens, woodlands and meadows. Don’t forget to discover Aberfoyle. Aberfoyle provides great day trip options like Starkey Hill Conservation Area and Fletcher Creek Ecological Preserve. Argyle Village is only 10 minutes away from the 401 and 45 minutes to the airport, making it easy access for commuters and travelers of any kind.

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The University of Guelph is known for excellence and is one of Guelph’s largest employers. Conestoga College is a leader in polytechnic education and one of Ontario’s fastest growing colleges. Both Wilfrid Laurier University and The University of Waterloo are also within driving distance! Major industries in Guelph include advanced manufacturing, agriculture and food innovation and environmental management and technology – as well as a plentiful creative scene. For art and museum lovers Guelph has so much to offer!

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Fun activities in the city include Hanlon Creek Park and South End Community Park for the splash pads, and Lyon Leisure Pool for outdoor swimming. For your four-legged friends, The south end of Guelph is home to the areas biggest leash free dog park. The city runs various city libraries and recreation centres that offer swimming, skating and more. Golfing in and around Guelph is a dream, with options including Victoria Park Valley Golf Course, Turtle Creek Golf club to name just a few. Don’t forget to check out the annual Hillside Festival.

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At Argyle Village, you’re surrounded by countless shopping options, including the city’s charming downtown filled with unique shops and independent stores like Rug and Weave and the eclectic On The Verge. Enjoy the countless dining establishments within walking distance from Argyle Village such as Borealis Grille and Bar, or Boathouse – a locally sourced tearoom and ice cream parlour located just off the Speed River. Visit Downtown Guelph, with patios that line the streets. You’ll find bakeries, cafes butchers, food specialty stores, and so much more.