Waterloo Region is hosting WaterLAN -a provincial collegiate esports Tournament hosted by the University of Waterloo and Conestoga College.
WaterLAN Esport Tournament showcases inclusivity and growth in Waterloo Region Read More »
When Gary Bird was first introduced to wrestling in Grade 7 at Courtland Avenue Public School
Hometown referee relishing opportunity at Canadian Wrestling Championships Read More »
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How to explore the best Cambridge has to offer on a day trip from Toronto Read More »
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6 Waterloo Region restaurants among top spots in Canada for brunch Read More »
Originally Posted on NOW Toronto August 17, 2021 – The Rolling Stones have kept rock music
An exhibition celebrating The Rolling Stones’ impact on pop culture lands in Kitchener Read More »
TheRecord.com – Mike Hruden wants Four Fathers Brewery to become a destination in Hespeler. Hruden and his partners have transformed the eight acres of land behind the brewery into Hespeler’s first disc golf course.
Fore! Disc golf course a first for Hespeler Read More »
The Record – The provincial government will provide more than $16 million in funding to build a new recreational facility in the Township of Wellesley. This new facility will include an ice pad, space for both senior and youth centres, a walking track, gymnasium and two soccer pitches.
Province kicks in $16M for ‘historic’ investment in Wellesley recreation centre Read More »
The Record – We should all look so good at 70. On Monday, May 24, the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium celebrated its 70th birthday. Kitchener has marked the milestone by compiling a sort of digital scrapbook full of pictures and memories, and creating an anniversary video.
The Aud at 70: Kitchener Memorial Auditorium remains radiant Read More »
Toronto Sun – The Village Ayr – nestled on the Nith River south of Kitchener and west of Cambridge – is an ideal ‘place to grow’ in Ontario, said Cachet Homes president and CEO Desi Auciello, whose company launched its Generations community there in April.
A breath of fresh Ayr Read More »
KitchenerToday.com – The first plane belonging to Flair Airlines landed at the local airport on Friday afternoon. In February, the region and Flair inked an agreement to provide non-stop domestic flights to Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg, and Halifax.
Flair Airlines has officially arrived at region’s airport Read More »
Lightspeed – When the pandemic hit communities globally in the spring of 2020 and tourism came to a screeching halt, EcoCafe founder and owner Edward Denyer had to think fast. He started getting creative, rethinking methodology, adopting new technologies and redesigning the cafe space.
Serving Up Success: How EcoCafe Survived a Pandemic in a Small Town Read More »
CTV News Kitchener – The City of Waterloo is helping connect the community with local musicians and poets while encouraging people to get their steps in. The initiative, called Trail Mix, pairs playlists with trails.
Trail Mix: Project pairs local artists with trails around Waterloo Read More »
KitchenerToday.com – All of Waterloo Region’s bike infrastructure can now be found on a map. The Region of Waterloo Cycling Map & Guide, a partnership between the region and Explore Waterloo Region, also includes route suggestions and points of interest.
Region, Explore Waterloo Region release 2021 bike map Read More »
Skies Magazine – As soon as COVID-19 travel restrictions are relaxed, the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) will be poised to connect area residents with the rest of the country. Over the last six months, the airport has announced airline partnerships that will serve 10 new destinations
YKF prepares for bump in post-COVID domestic travel Read More »
KitchenerToday.com – Alanah Jewell paints her own designs and sells them as part of her studio, Morningstar Designs. In less than three years, she’s also painted murals featured across Waterloo Region. Jewell also contributed two painted picnic tables for Explore Waterloo Region’s Art Fresco project
Local artist Alanah Jewell connects to her Indigenous roots through art Read More »
City of Cambridge – The City of Cambridge has been recognized as a Tree City of the World by Tree Canada, The Arbor Day Foundation, and the United Nations for its continued management of the city’s urban forest.
Cambridge named ‘Tree City of the World’ Read More »
Toronto Star – Some will say that Kitchener doesn’t have a vibe or that it’s simply a suburban city in southwestern Ontario. But Kitchener is a city with history, personality and grit — one that is being driven by its close-knit community, even in the face of change.
The insiders’ guide to the local joys of Kitchener Read More »
PCMag.com – Looking to leave your cramped, expensive living space to work from home permanently? We’ve done the research, and these are the US and Canadian cities that provide the best balance of affordability, livability, and connectivity.
Ayr, Ontario makes the Best Work-From-Home Cities in Canada 2021 list Read More »
Flair Airlines has announced a formal arrangement with the Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF). Flair Airlines will provide non-stop domestic air service to Victoria, Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg and Halifax. The current anticipated start of service is May 1, 2021.
Region of Waterloo International Airport welcomes Flair Airlines Read More »
For 5 days in January, the City of Cambridge played host to 13 Olympic hopefuls from Archery Canada’s High Performance Recurve program. Head coach Shawn Riggs feels Waterloo Region is ideally suited for this type of camp.
Towards Tokyo 2021: Archery Canada’s Olympic Training Camp comes to Cambridge Read More »
CTV News Kitchener – The Kitchener Market has opened an online store to help residents support local businesses from the comfort of their homes. The online store launched Monday and offers more than 500 products, including meats, cheeses and fresh produce.
Kitchener Market Launches Online Store Read More »
Canadian Beer News – Four Fathers Brewing has announced the latest release in its Stand 4 Something Good quarterly charity beer campaign. You Are Not Alone has been brewed to support the Canadian Mental Health Association Waterloo Wellington (CMHAWW).
KitchenerToday.com – With nine local restaurants participating, there’s a rainbow of mouthwatering dishes to pick from at this year’s Uptown Comfort Food Crawl. Tracy Van Kalsbeek of the Uptown Waterloo BIA said this year, there will be nine different restaurants participating.
Uptown Waterloo Comfort Food Crawl serving up 9 tasty dishes this year Read More »
CTV New Kitchener – Hotels have started offering up office space as they deal with fewer travellers during COVID-19. They have needed to get creative to attract guests during the pandemic.
Hotels offering Office Space during Pandemic Read More »
