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Treaties Recognition Week Treaties Recognition Week takes place annually from November 3 to 9. This week is an opportunity to reflect on the significance of Treaties in local history and ongoing relationships with Indigenous communities.

By City of Waterloo - Nov 04, 2024

Diwali/Deepavali Diwali (also known as Deepavali) is the Festival of Lights, inspired by the row of lights often lit outside of homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness. Families, friends and neighbours gather during Diwali to exchange gifts and sweets, share delicious meals and admire fireworks.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 31, 2024

Optional loose leaf collection for City of Waterloo residents The City of Waterloo's loose leaf collection program starts this week and runs for four weeks. Residents have many options for managing leaves this year.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 29, 2024

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women 2025

By City of Waterloo - Oct 29, 2024

City of Waterloo Council Summary October 28, 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 - Oct 28, 2024

City of Waterloo encourages residents to celebrate safely while using fireworks In Waterloo, residents can set off recreational fireworks from dusk until 11 p.m.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 25, 2024

City of Waterloo council summary October 21, 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 - Oct 21, 2024

National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls October 4 honours missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, two-sprit and gender-diverse people and their families, loved ones and communities. The National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls is rooted in advocating for justice and change for First Nations, Inuit, Métis women, two-spirit and gender-diverse people who are murdered, face abuse, or disappear at high rates with equally high unreported and unresolved cases.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 04, 2024

Rosh Hashana 2024

Tonight and in the days to come, Rosh Hashana will be observed by Jewish communities in Waterloo and around the world. Also known as the Jewish New Year, it is a time to reflect on the past year and look forward to the next.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 02, 2024

City of Waterloo recognizes National Disability Employment Awareness Month with new smartphone app The City of Waterloo is launching smartphone operated controls for its elevators at City Hall today as part of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) this October. The Contactless Access app supports access to elevator buttons and doors through your phone.

By City of Waterloo - Oct 01, 2024