The Council for the Region of Waterloo will be considering an amendment to By-law 25-021, A By-law Respecting the Use of Victoria Street North, Kitchener, passed on April 23, 2025, related to 100 Victoria Street North in Kitchener, Ontario. The Region will be receiving public input at a meeting on: Wednesday, January 7th, 2026 at 6:00 p.

With input from the community, Regional Council sets the direction for the Region as an organization and makes decisions that help improve the lives of Waterloo Region residents every day. Please refer to the minutes for an official record of the meeting.

Waterloo Region – Regional Council has passed a 2026 Plan and Budget that provides critical services today and invests wisely for future growth. This year’s budget focuses on affordability, while making progress on community priorities.

Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo is joining the Strong Cities Network – a global network of more than 290 cities working together to address hate, extremism, and polarization in their communities.   The Strong Cities Network provides a platform for mayors and local leaders to connect, share experiences, and develop strategies to create cohesive, and safe communities.

Waterloo Region - The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is excited to announce it has achieved ‘RHF Accessibility Certified Gold,' the highest certification level under the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program. A legacy of Rick Hansen's “Man In Motion World Tour,” which took place over 40 years ago, the Rick Hansen Foundation is committed to a world witho...

Waterloo Region - Today, the Region and Services and Housing in the Province (SHIP) officially opened emergency shelter, transitional housing, and supportive housing spaces for 66 women and gender-diverse individuals. Regional Council approved the purchase of the building at 84 Frederick Street in 2024, making a critical investment in emergency shelter and future affordable housing in downtown Ki...

Waterloo Region – Through on-going work and updates to the Water Supply Strategy, a water capacity issue has been identified within the Mannheim Service Area, which supplies water to Kitchener, Waterloo, and parts of Cambridge, Woolwich, and Wilmot. While water monitoring reports have consistently shown significant capacity, a combination of factors, including aging infrastructure, lower levels of...

Waterloo Region - People across the Region of Waterloo who need urgent medical help will get it even faster with the December 4 launch of a new Medical Priority Dispatch System (MPDS). This new software system is ready to help send Region of Waterloo Paramedic Services to the most life-threatening emergencies first.

Waterloo Region – Join Region of Waterloo Museums team this holiday season for festive events for the whole family. From photo opportunities with holiday favourites to Christmas-themed crafts, there are activities for all ages.

Northfield Drive at Conestogo River About the project The Region of Waterloo will be replacing the Scheifele Bridge on Northfield Drive over the Conestogo River in Woolwich, starting in spring 2026. To access the site during construction, some trees need to be removed ahead of time.