Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
41The “run yourself” clapback and the shots at the columnist aren’t arguments; they’re ways to avoid the issues. Fact: This columnist attends more council meetings and follows more files than virtually anyone, including, sitting councillors, which makes the “run yoursef” jab especially tired. The issues raised, encampments shifting from Gordon to Stepping Stone to Royal City Park, by‑laws ignored, businesses blocked, public spaces deteriorating are real and visible. Pointing out weak governance on these issues isn’t claiming to have all the answers; it’s acknowledging that the current approach isn’t producing results. Residents are entitled to expect competent leadership. The Mayor has been on council for sixteen years. We are entitled to expect more.
6- David Gibson
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
16If you read Adam’s previous articles you’ll realize this is a dude who seriously hates the mayor and obsessively writes about him non stop. I’m worried about what he’ll do for work after the next election.
25- usr_719263
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
16Your remarks usually reek of " sarcastic "remarks. Mine today too. Why don't you run for council or Mayor? They do try to work around higher up gov't levels & clean up some very serious issues here as do other cities. By-laws / limitations are ignored. Just take bus down Gordon by "Stepping Stone" to see litter & piles of bags stored on curb of the side street. Then step off bus at Gordon @ Wellington. Walk into Plaza's on E or W side. Try to enter businesses or restaurants. You'll be approached. People sitting up against business exteriors usually directly under "no loitering/solicitation signs" are waiting. Encampment from James St E seemed to only relocate beside patio in Royal City Park. Least they quickly relocated. I'll wait to see your name on ballot. Know mine won't be. Don't know how any city can address homeless problem. Seems you do. P.S. Sorry...but you won't get my vote.
23- Is that a Fact?
Guelph man upset after bylaw takes encampment tent
28Paying your own way is a human responsibility.
7- J Seriously?
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
13Agreed this is not a real journalist!
20- D Far
Local group launches 'I ♡ Guelph (even with construction)' t-shirt
15It would be hard to where this shirt. Living here my entire life and having a good memory the negatives outway the positives. As a kid this was a great place to be a kid. Today, this city being driven by people with personal adjendas having control it is hard to get excited.I have said for years that this city has never reached its potential. Oh, so true.
15- DBOYLE
Guelph man upset after bylaw takes encampment tent
22Let them stay at your place.
8- truthteller2026
Local group launches 'I ♡ Guelph (even with construction)' t-shirt
19What's with all the negative comments????Guelph is not perfect.....nowhere is.....similar problems everywhere. Noone is forced to stay here.It's totally optional to buy a shirt. Cute idea. Made me smile. Best of luck with the shirts.....hope it helps some downtown businesses.....far better than just complaining.
10- Mar Z
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
6Some junior journalism the way you introduce this…
20- D Far
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
25You guys realize this is an opinion column right? No I guess you don’t.
1- DR64
Guelph man upset after bylaw takes encampment tent
13What a privilege it is to be this delusional
12- No name Given
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
22The irony of the entire meeting was this -Minutes earlier Royal City Mission was awarded the Guelph Barrier Free Committee - Access Recognition Award.Part of the recognition was the new accessible showers, accessible washroom, work on the elevator and dining hall.The handshake was civil; but the facial expression was interesting to witness.From awarding a community service group working with the homeless and accessibility; to a few minutes later wanting to draft new By-laws to restrict the homeless.The irony was not lost on many present.
3- Alec Purves
Local group launches 'I ♡ Guelph (even with construction)' t-shirt
19Forget the tshirt - give the food bank 50 bucks.
5- Lee No
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
20Dropping a major encampment motion at the last minute, moving into a long closed session, and then letting the motion quietly disappear is exactly the kind of opaque process that undermines public trust.Encampments are serious and complex. That’s not disputed. What is disputed is a pattern of reactive politics that produces weak policy and avoids open deliberation. Leaning on closed‑meeting provisions where residents expect transparency has become routine.And as the city heads into an election, far too many candidates are relying on wedge issues and personality‑driven narratives and populist buzzwords rather than any real understanding of council’s role. This cycle of superficial politics is how we end up repeating the same governance failures.The next council must break from the Guthrie‑era script and demonstrate competence, transparency, and a grasp of the issues that actually matter.
3- David Gibson
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
20I agree, Adam Donaldson presents council goings on well. If he has an issue with a lot of those goings on it is quite understandable, there needs to be changes made in council's makeup. Hopefully the election will help in a positive way.
3- BonnieD
Guthrie tries "Trust me, Bro!" again for Public Space Bylaw
21Keep up the good work Adam there is nobody else willing to do the reporting you do .It's incredibly important that those unwilling to visit the inner chambers get to know what's happening
2- John Steggles
Eight-hectare parcel of Niska land declared surplus by GRCA
14Well here’s the opportunity for these concerned citizens to put their money where their mouth is and purchase these lands themselves.
9- Michael Szeller
Guelph man upset after bylaw takes encampment tent
16They don't want to live by the rules.
6- kmorant
Guelph man upset after bylaw takes encampment tent
4I met this guy they came up to him and told him they were taking his tent, they're bullies. It's been proven time and time again that displacing the homeless is a section 7 violation but the cities continuously ignore the courts and do as they please. At this point it can honestly be considered treason and domestic terrorism... If the supreme court of Canada makes these rulings it's the highest court in Canada and these officers are there to uphold said law. At what point do we draw a line with these criminals?
18- usr_674429
Eight-hectare parcel of Niska land declared surplus by GRCA
19I only expect situations like this to get worse as the new “Conservation” districts come into effect. Ford was always banging on about the “war on the car” and so now by way of retribution has declared war on nature.
3- Arthur K
