Tips for getting the most from your green bin
Waterloo Region’s green bin program collects mostly food waste. But did you know certain other organic materials are accepted too? Items...
News You Can Use
Information to help residents make better use of Regional programs and services.
New Welcome Space will open soon in Kitchener
The Region of Waterloo will have a new location later this month for people who need in-person support to access Community...
Doors Open Waterloo Region back in-person for first time in four years
Get set for a day of discovery! Doors Open Waterloo Region has been a staple event in our community since 2003....
New milestone for e-scooter and e-bike program
Neuron Mobility's e-scooter and e-bike rental program reached a major milestone this week. Riders in Waterloo Region have now traveled 200,000...
Learn how to check for ticks and remove them
Blacklegged ticks can carry diseases that can make us sick, including Lyme disease. Unfortunately, the blacklegged tick population is spreading in...
Look inside the Mannheim Water Treatment Plant with new virtual tour
The Grand River winds through Waterloo Region on its 310-kilometre journey to Lake Erie. It was designated as a Canadian Heritage...
Turtle tunnels create safe crossing for local wildlife
Getting around the Region includes safe travels not only for humans, but for wildlife too. A protected wetland divided by a...
New transit shelters part of overhaul at Waterloo intersection
A new transit canopy at King Street and University Avenue is rapidly taking shape beside Wilfrid Laurier University. This is the...
Stay safe in the sun while enjoying summer fun
Summer is finally here! After a winter without much sunshine, these warm sunny days are a welcome change. Before stepping outside,...
How to use new e-scooters and e-bikes in Kitchener, Waterloo and Cambridge
You’ve probably spotted orange e-scooters and e-bikes around town. Earlier this spring, a new e-scooter and e-bike share program launched in...