International Day for the Elimination of Racial DiscriminationToday we recognize the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The United Nations observes this day in order to remember the 69 people who were killed by police in Sharpeville, South Africa while peacefully demonstrating against apartheid “pass laws” in 1960.
Nowruz (1)Today is Nowruz! This is a significant annual new year celebration for more than 300 million people around the world with origins in the Middle East, Central Asia, Bahá'í and Ismaili communities. There's rich cultural heritage and diversity to understand when family, friends and neighbours gather, dress up and celebrate with prayers, food, dancing and music.
Waterloo Neighbourhoods Newsletter: Edition 111Waterloo Neighbourhoods is published throughout the year to keep residents informed about the good things happening in neighbourhoods across Waterloo. The newsletter focuses on good news stories, important community updates, and local resources.
Parking ban in parts of Waterloo this Saturday and SundayThe City of Waterloo has declared a Regulated Parking Event on Saturday, March 16 and Sunday, March 17, 2024. The prohibited area is bordered by Albert Street, Columbia Street, Weber Street and Bridgeport Road.
RamadanThe holy month of Ramadan is a time of spiritual connection for Muslims through prayer, fasting and acts of charity. Families and communities come together to break their fast each evening and participate in acts of service to ensure all are cared for.
International Women's DayCity Statement: International Women’s Day
Today people around the world acknowledge and celebrate the economic, political and cultural achievements of women, girls, Two spirit, trans and non-binary people. International Women’s Day is rooted in the fight for women’s votes as well as the work of labour and peace movements.
Waterloo Neighbourhoods Newsletter: Edition 110 Waterloo Neighbourhoods is published throughout the year to keep residents informed about the good things happening in neighbourhoods across Waterloo. The newsletter focuses on good news stories, important community updates, and local resources.
City of Waterloo Council Summary March 4, 2024** The council summary below provides a snapshot of the major items presented at Monday’s council meeting. The council meeting webcast is available on the City of Waterloo YouTube page.
Pink Shirt Day (1)City Statement: Pink Shirt Day
Today we recognize Pink Shirt Day, and join in the efforts to raise awareness about the problem of bullying in our schools, workplaces and online. In 2007, two high school students in Nova Scotia witnessed another student being bullied for wearing pink.
City of Waterloo Council Summary February 26, 2024** The council summary below provides a snapshot of the major items presented at Monday’s council meeting. The council meeting webcast is available on the City of Waterloo YouTube page.
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