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City of Waterloo secures federal grant to enhance home support services for vulnerable seniors The City of Waterloo's Community Programming section is pleased to announce the successful receipt of a grant from the Government of Canada, Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) under the "In-Home Support Pilot Project stream of the Age Well at Home initiative." The project, titled "Improving Access to Home Support Services in Waterloo," will span the next two years.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 12, 2024

Lunar New Year 2024

City statement: Lunar New Year Lunar New Year is a celebration on the traditional Lunar calendar, an important new year celebration for many East and Southeast Asian cultures, including Chinese, Vietnamese and Korean communities. The new year is a time for families to come together to share a meal, give out red pockets and good wishes while preparing for joyous days ahead.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 09, 2024

2024 Ontario Bike Summit celebrates 15th anniversary in Waterloo where it all started The City of Waterloo is pleased to announce it will be hosting the 15th annual Ontario Bike Summit this spring from April 3-5, 2024. This year’s event provides an excellent opportunity to celebrate cycling progress in the province and in Waterloo where the first Bike Summit launched in 2009.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 08, 2024

National service dog, Oakley, training at City of Waterloo Oakley, a black lab in the National Service Dog (NSD) program is beginning the first part of her training at the City of Waterloo. Oakley is currently being cared for by Colleen, known by most as “Cook”, a volunteer puppy raiser who works at the City of Waterloo.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 07, 2024

City of Waterloo council summary February 5, 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.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 05, 2024

Waterloo 2024 Senior of the Year nominations now open Nominations are now open for Waterloo’s 2024 Senior of the Year award. Residents are encouraged to take a few moments to tell us about a special resident over the age of 65 who has made significant contribution to the community as a volunteer.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 05, 2024

Removing barriers to build more homes, faster in Waterloo, Ontario Right now, in communities across the country, building the housing we need, especially affordable housing, is too hard. That’s why the federal government is working with municipalities to break down barriers and build more homes, faster so Canadians – whether they are just starting out, growing their families, or aging in security – can find a place to call home, at a price they can afford.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 02, 2024

City of Waterloo offers second free Aquatic Leadership Certification program The City of Waterloo is offering a free daytime Aquatic Leadership Certification program to adults who are successful in an initial skills assessment. Aquatic Certifications can lead to employment with the City as an instructor/lifeguard.

By City of Waterloo - Feb 01, 2024

City of Waterloo council summary January 29, 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.

By City of Waterloo - Jan 29, 2024

City of Waterloo Museum presents 'Waterloo from Above: 200 Years of Change' exhibition The City of Waterloo Museum invites you to take a bird's eye view flight through the decades in our new exhibition “Waterloo from Above: 200 Years of Change” starting today until May 31, 2024. The Town of Waterloo was a mere 12 square kilometers in 1876.

By City of Waterloo - Jan 26, 2024