Black and green waste carts launching in March 2026
Waste collection will change in 2026. Right now, the Region of Waterloo is preparing to roll out a new cart-based waste...
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The big story of the day. Regional announcements and news releases.
Testing new safety features for Region of Waterloo roundabouts
We have about 40 roundabouts – and counting! – on Regional roads. That makes the Region of Waterloo a leader in...
Region of Waterloo donates ambulance and supplies after fire
After a fire destroyed Baker Lake’s ambulance and fire truck, help arrived from over 2,000 kilometers away. The Region of Waterloo...
Making Decisions That Matter – August 27 edition
This is a summary of Regional Council's decisions from its August 27, 2025 meeting. With input from the community, Regional Council...
New pedestrian and cyclist bridge connects neighbourhoods across Highway 7/8
In early July, federal and provincial representatives joined Region of Waterloo Councillors to celebrate the official opening of the Highway 7/8 pedestrian bridge....
Making Decisions That Matter – June 25 edition
This is a summary of Regional Council's decisions from its June 25, 2025 meeting. With input from the community, Regional Council...
Construction season means temporary disruptions, long-term improvements
With the arrival of spring, the familiar signs of construction season return to Waterloo Region. Yes, those pylons and road closures...
Long-lost piece of history now hangs in Baden library
Baden’s library visitors are signing out their books under a long-lost piece of local history. A vintage “Baden Public Library” sign...
Understanding new measles vaccine recommendations for Waterloo Region
Waterloo Region is currently part of a larger area of western Ontario experiencing high levels of measles cases and exposures. Measles...
Making Decisions That Matter – May 21 edition
This is a summary of Regional Council's decisions from its May 21, 2025 meeting. With input from the community, Regional Council...