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City of Waterloo introduces sensory backpacks City of Waterloo introduces sensory backpacks The City of Waterloo's Community Programming Inclusion Services team is excited to introduce a new initiative designed to support the sensory needs of community members while visiting city facilities. Twelve sensory backpacks will now be available free of charge for individuals to sign out for use at select locations.

By City of Waterloo - Apr 02, 2025

Transgender Day of Visibility (1) On Transgender Day of Visibility we recognize and celebrate the transgender, non-binary and Two-Spirit people in our families, neighbourhoods, communities and workplaces. This annual awareness day honours the lives of transgender people while shedding light on the discrimination and challenges they continue to face.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 31, 2025

Waterloo's housing commitment recognized with $1.3 million in additional federal funding The City of Waterloo has been recognized as a top-performing Housing Accelerator Fund community, receiving an additional $1.3 million in Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) support to address housing affordability and supply challenges in our community.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 26, 2025

Nowruz 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.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 20, 2025

Summary of charges from St. Patrick’s Day unsanctioned street gathering Between March 15 at 5 p.m.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 18, 2025

Holi (1) 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.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 14, 2025

Waterloo’s new fire safety box bylaw comes into effect soon 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.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 13, 2025

Waterloo granted court injunction, St. Patrick’s Day street revellers could be arrested Waterloo, ON -- The Ontario Superior Court of Justice has granted the City of Waterloo an Injunction Order for St. Patrick's Day weekend.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 10, 2025

International Women’s Day On International Women’s Day, we celebrate the progress we’ve made toward gender equality while recognizing the important work that lies ahead. The City of Waterloo remains dedicated to creating an equitable and inclusive community that is free from discrimination and where women, girls and gender-diverse individuals can thrive.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 07, 2025

City of Waterloo ends Significant Weather Event The City of Waterloo has officially ended the Significant Weather Event effective at 11:59 a.m.

By City of Waterloo - Mar 05, 2025

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