Here’s the latest I can share based on recent public coverage.
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Piper Arms in Guelph: There are reports that Piper Arms is expanding its footprint in Ontario, with a location listed for Guelph at 515 Woodlawn Road West. This aligns with broader expansion news about the brand in the GTA and southern Ontario.[1][5]
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Context on Piper Arms incidents: In 2025, there were high-profile police updates related to a mass shooting at a Piper Arms pub (Scarborough) in March 2025, with multiple arrests and charges announced as part of a linked investigation. This is separate from the Guelph expansion but relevant to the pub brand's recent notoriety.[3][4][7]
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Current status in Stoney Creek/other Ont. sites: A publicly listed pipeline of new Piper Arms sites mentioned Elmira, Orangeville, St. Thomas, and Stoney Creek, in addition to Guelph. Specific addresses and openings timelines vary and may have changed since initial announcements.[5][1]
If you’d like, I can search for the most recent confirmations (addresses, opening dates, and hours) for the Guelph location and any other Ontario sites, and provide a concise update with sources.