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Gluten Free Options in Waterloo Region Read More »

Here’s a delicious selection of gluten-free and gluten-friendly foods in Waterloo Region.

Looking through a fir tree at the huts lined along King Street that are part of the annual Christkindl Market in downtown Kitchener. There are people walking: it is evening.

Holiday Markets in Waterloo Region

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November 2024 Looking for Holiday Gift Ideas? You’ve made a list and you’re checking it twice:

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Making Spirits Bright! Where to see Holiday Lights in Waterloo Region

Making Spirits Bright! Where to see Holiday Lights in Waterloo Region Read More »

UPDATED NOVEMBER 2024 The holidays are set to shine in Waterloo Region with these special light

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New Year’s Eve in Waterloo Region

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Get ready to ring in the New Year in Waterloo Region! Each of our cities plays host to a full line up of New Year’s Eve events for the entire family to enjoy!

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A Friends’ Wellness Road Trip in Waterloo Region

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by Bri Mitchell | January 2025 Waterloo Region is the perfect destination for a weekend of

Chef Nick Benninger at Udderly Ridiculous Farm Life, in a pen playing with a goat.

Chef’s Blog: Kidding around with Cookies

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Chef’s Blog: Kidding around with Cookies by Nick Benninger | October 2024 I’m many things, including

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Incorporating wellness into Waterloo Region business events

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Wellness Matters Incorporating wellness into Waterloo Region business events and incentive retreats By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine |

Business Events for Good: adding social impact to Waterloo Region Events

Business Events for Good: adding social impact to Waterloo Region Events Read More »

Business Events for Good Adding social impact to Waterloo Region Events By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | October

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11 Places to grab a Late Night Bite ‘n Beverage

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by Andrew Coppolino | October 2024 The range of late-night snacks in Waterloo Region runs the gamut from

A group of people gathered around an outdoor wooden table. On the table there are several platters of burgers and other food, along with some canned beverages. It is summer, and everyone is smiling.

Chef’s Blog: A Smash Burger takeover!

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Chef’s Blog: A Smash Burger takeover! by Nick Benninger | October 2024 Smash burgers have become

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Schmeckt Gut! Where to find a taste of Oktoberfest in Waterloo Region

Schmeckt Gut! Where to find a taste of Oktoberfest in Waterloo Region Read More »

UPDATED September 2025 Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest – Waterloo Region’s beloved Bavarian-inspired festival – has been entrenched in

A wagon full of bright orange pumpkins sitting outside on display at Herrle's Country Market.

Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes in Waterloo Region

Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes in Waterloo Region Read More »

For many, a visit to a corn maze or pumpkin patch is definitely on their fall ‘To-Do’ list! Wondering where to find them as you #ExploreWR? Take a look at our list – and get ready for some family fall fun in Waterloo Region!

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6 Epic Spots in Waterloo Region for Leaf Peeping Season

6 Epic Spots in Waterloo Region for Leaf Peeping Season Read More »

UPDATED September 2025 People who live in Waterloo Region are pretty lucky to call one of

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Make it Green: How Waterloo Region can help you achieve your sustainability goals

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By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | September 2024 Sustainability is unquestionably a core focus in the design and

Two people on a trail along the Grand River in downtown Cambridge. They are looking across the river at the limestone buildings on the other side, including a church with a tall spier. The two people have their arms around each other.

Discovering the Charm of Downtown Cambridge: A Road Trip Adventure

Discovering the Charm of Downtown Cambridge: A Road Trip Adventure Read More »

by Brent Colmer | August 2024 If you’re looking for a place that combines small-town charm

Caribana Ignite – 4 things you need to know

Caribana Ignite – 4 things you need to know Read More »

Caribana Ignite is summer’s newest street party in downtown Kitchener, celebrating the diversity and vibrancy of the Caribbean.

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Planner Resources: Explore Waterloo Region is here to bring your business event together

Planner Resources: Explore Waterloo Region is here to bring your business event together Read More »

By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | August 2024 Meeting planners know that when it comes to staging business

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Chef’s Blog: A sweet story about a crabby little apple

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by Nick Benninger | August 2024 Something about visiting Appleflats’ orchard in Wellesley and recounting their

A group of people looking over a railing at the river view in Hespeler Village in Cambridge. It is summer, and the vegetation along the river is very green

Hespeler Village is Cool, Cute and Calling You

Hespeler Village is Cool, Cute and Calling You Read More »

by Andréa Parisien | August 2024 “Small towns make up for their lack of people by having

A flight of wines in a wooden serving paddle at The Perth Farmhouse

Grapes, Goats and Good Times at The Perth Farmhouse

Grapes, Goats and Good Times at The Perth Farmhouse Read More »

by Andrew Coppolino | July 2024 Vidal Blanc, Marquette, Petite Pearl, Frontenac Gris: Gems? European fashion? Exotic flowers

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Gain a strategic advantage when hosting business events in Waterloo Region

Gain a strategic advantage when hosting business events in Waterloo Region Read More »

By Doug Wallace, Ignite magazine | July 2024 As a major innovation hub, internationally renowned for advances

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Visit Waterloo Region with Your Dog: Itineraries for Every Pup Personality

Visit Waterloo Region with Your Dog: Itineraries for Every Pup Personality Read More »

by Dog Friendly KW | July 2024 Visiting Waterloo Region with your dog is now easier

A person picking strawberries in a field on a sunny spring day. You can see a farm in the background.

Where to PYO (Pick Your Own) in Waterloo Region