About Our Organization
Discover our mission, our history in Guelph's west end, and the community partners that make our programs possible.
Over 25 Years of Community Support
The Parkwood Gardens Neighbourhood Group (PGNG) was formed in 1996 by a group of dedicated residents who wanted to create a supportive, active community in Guelph's West End. In partnership with the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition (GNSC), we have grown from a small group into a vital community hub.
Today, we offer an array of free programs for children, youth, and adults, alongside critical social supports. PGNG is run by a volunteer Leadership Team, program coordinators, and community volunteers.
Programs are located in area schools (such as Gateway Drive P.S. and Taylor Evans P.S.), the West End Community Centre (WECC), and the Parkwood Gardens Church.
Our Core Goals
- To provide programs for children, youth, and adults in our community.
- To improve the sense of community in the Parkwood Gardens area.
- To raise funds to help us meet community needs.
- To include students and families attending local neighbourhood schools as active members.
Diversity & Inclusion
PGNG is committed to delivering inclusive, accessible, and respectful services affirming the dignity of those we serve, regardless of heritage, beliefs, ethnicity, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, capabilities, or socio-economic status.
Community Partners & Sponsors
We are funded through the Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition, generous donations from local schools, community partners, grants, and businesses.
City of Guelph
Municipal Partner
Guelph Neighbourhood Support Coalition
Community Coalition
Upper Grand District School Board
Education Partner
United Way of Guelph & Wellington
Funding & Community Impact
Family & Children's Services
Family Support Services
Wellington-Dufferin-Guelph Public Health
Health & Well-being
Guelph Community Health Centre
Community HealthcareWest End Community Centre
Recreation & Community Hub
Guelph Public Library
Literacy & Learning
County of Wellington Social Services
Social & Housing Supports
Action Read Community Literacy Centre
Community Literacy
The Salvation Army Guelph
Community Outreach & Relief
The Lions Club of Guelph
Service Club & Philanthropy
United for Literacy (Frontier College)
Youth Learning & Mentorship
27th Guelph Scouts
Youth Leadership & OutdoorOntario Early Years (EarlyON Guelph)
Early Child DevelopmentGateway Drive Public School
Elementary SchoolTaylor Evans Public School
Elementary School
Guelph C.V.I & Lourdes High Schools
Secondary EducationSt. Francis of Assisi Catholic School
Elementary School
Parkwood Gardens Community Church
Community Space & Faith PartnerGrace Community Church
Faith & Community PartnerSugarbush Community Church
Faith & Community PartnerFife Road Co-operative
Neighbourhood HousingEcott Place Community Centre
Community Hub & Facilities