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Posted On Thursday, March 20, 2025

Today, over 300 million people around the world and here in Waterloo will be celebrating Nowruz, the beginning of Spring and the start of a new year.
This celebration has origins in the Middle East, Central Asia, Bahá’í and Ismaili communities and is a time filled with hope, joy and optimism.
We wish everyone good health and prosperity for the new year ahead! 

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Posted On Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Between March 15 at 5 p.m. and March 18 at 7 a.m., City of Waterloo municipal enforcement responded to 129 calls for noise, nuisance, and lot maintenance related complaints.
Penalty Notices issued between March 15 at 5 p.m. and March 18 at 7 a.m.:
Nuisance Party ($800) – 16 charges
Nuisance Noise ($800) – 7 charges
Occupy a Roof ($800) – 2 charges
Noise ($400) – 7 charges
Public Urination ($400) – 4 charges
Lot maintenance/property...

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Posted On Friday, March 14, 2025

Known as the festival of colours, Holi is being celebrated by Hindus in Waterloo and around the world. The vibrant colours mark the end of winter and celebrating the triumph of good over evil. 
Families and friends come together to share traditional sweets and foods, and to enjoy music and dancing. The festival emphasizes hope and peace while reflecting universal values like unity, diversity and inclusivity.
To everyone celebrating Holi, may its colours fill your...

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Posted On Thursday, March 13, 2025

Owners of apartments and other buildings are required to have a fire safety box and arrive on the scene within 45 minutes of an alarm starting March 23, 2025.
A fire safety box should have the contact information for the owner, or a designated contact person, along with the building’s schematics or drawings. Access to this information will help firefighters quickly assess the situation and navigate the building.
The new bylaw also requires building owners, or a designated...

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