Van·guard
/ˈvanˌɡärd/
– a group of people leading the way in new developments or ideas.
The spirit of vanguard lives in Waterloo Region.
It’s this spirit that makes Waterloo Region an amazing place to live and work. Known as a forward-thinking hub where cutting-edge industries, world-class venues, and a deep commitment to sustainability are part of its DNA, Waterloo Region offers the ideal environment for impactful, high-caliber events.
Why Waterloo Region?
The Vanguard Collection is an innovative video series featuring key industry leaders who share their stories and connections to Waterloo Region.
By sharing their experiences and perspectives, the diverse leaders featured in the Vanguard Collection explain why they chose Waterloo Region, and how this vibrant community continues to invent the future.
Let Waterloo Region inspire you.
Business Development
“I was speaking with someone who has a super tech start up in San Francisco, and he asked me where I was from. I said I grew up in Waterloo and he said the same thing they always say – ‘Oh – we have a bunch of engineers from the University of Waterloo who work for us.’ It’s Cal-Tech, Stanford, and it’s Waterloo: that’s where the brains come from.”
Malcolm Gladwell, Author
Sport Hosting
“The facilities and the people make any event. And the reality is that we’re very fortunate that in Waterloo Region we have a magnificent area for facilities and for people that volunteer their time to help out.”
Chris Woodcroft, Wrestling Canada Lutte
Esport Hosting
“Waterloo Region is the perfect breeding ground for esports … I think the collaboration here is unique, and it sets the Region up for success. Everyone is working towards the same goal and working together will get us there faster.”
Anna Tian, LSC Game Changers Champion