Shelter Tours
Bring your group to the Guelph Humane Society to explore how we care for animals and support our community.
Overview
Our guided shelter visits give children and adults groups a closer look at the work of GHS. Each visit includes a tour and a presentation tailored to your group. Children’s groups also take part in a craft or activity.
We welcome inquiries from schools, homeschool groups, children’s clubs, retirement homes, and other community groups. Visits are arranged in advance and depend on staff and shelter availability.
Questions? Email programs@guelphhumane.ca or call 519-824-3091.
Evening visits for children’s groups
A one-hour program for groups such as Guides, Beavers, and other children’s clubs. The visit includes a short presentation, a craft or activity, and a guided shelter tour.
- Group size: 7–25 children, plus accompanying adults
- Typical availability: Tuesday to Thursday evenings
- Cost: $10 per child, with a minimum of $70. Accompanying adults attend at no extra charge.
Daytime visits for school and children’s groups
A one-and-a-half-hour program for school classes, homeschool groups, and other children’s groups. The visit includes a presentation, a craft or activity, and a guided shelter tour.
- Group size: 7–25 children, plus accompanying adults
- Typical availability: Tuesdays and Fridays between 11 AM and 3 PM
- Cost: $10 per person, with a minimum of $70. Teachers and support workers accompanying children or youth groups attend at no extra charge.
Daytime visits for adult groups
A one-hour presentation and guided shelter tour for adult community groups, including retirement homes.
- Typical availability: Tuesdays and Fridays between 11 AM. and 3 PM
- Cost: $10 per person, with a minimum of $70. Support workers attend at no extra charge.
Ask about a shelter visit
Tell us a little about your group and the visit you have in mind. Please get in touch at least 30 days before your preferred date and include:
- Your name and the group you’re booking for
- The type of visit you’re interested in
- Two or three preferred dates and times
- The ages of participants
- An estimated number of participants and accompanying adults
Frequently asked questions
At the Guelph Humane Society, 190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph.
Your group will see animals during the shelter tour. One-on-one visits and hands-on interactions with animals are not included.
Please inquire at least 30 days ahead. Contacting us earlier gives us more opportunity to find a date that works for your group.
Yes. For children’s group visits, please confirm your group size one week before your visit.
Yes. Everyone attending a shelter visit must have a signed waiver of liability. We’ll send it to you once your visit is confirmed.
Fees can be paid in advance or at the time of visit