Museum exhibit highlights 100 years of compassionate care at St. Mary’s General Hospital
Hospitals are more than just physical buildings. They’re also the care provided within their walls. They are the compassion that impacts...
Your Stories
Stories from residents in Waterloo Region.
Local toddler waves to over 240 GRT buses
Joey Whiteside is a big transit fan. For the past two months, the 16-month-old has been waving to GRT buses passing...
One family’s story: the impact of upstream work
“They were the light in my life,” said Omar, describing the Rohingya Centre’s great impact on him after arriving in Waterloo...
Sunnyside Foundation is pitching in and making a difference
Do you know the Sunnyside Foundation? This registered charity’s mission is to help enhance the well-being and quality of life for...
Youth learn to lead and grow in Nurture garden program
Written by Jullian Moua, Sameeha Rahman and Chloe Cho, Youth Nurture Gardeners What if there was a way for young people...
Three Sisters Garden and Indigenous Poets Society make a difference thanks to Upstream Fund
The Upstream Funding Model is helping bring projects to life for community builders across Waterloo Region. In Kitchener, the Three Sisters...
Local student’s e-bike rack pitch for GRT becomes reality
Trent Otterbein has helped increase first- and last-mile options for customers riding with Grand River Transit. Otterbein was part of an...
Region highlights up-and-coming artists in partnership with UW
Art possesses a unique ability to spark curiosity and cultivate connection. To support local emerging artists, the Region of Waterloo has...
Dedicated tree planters beautify rural roadways with 22,000 trees
Day by day, a group of dedicated tree-planters are greening Woolwich Township with 22,000 new trees. Their plan is to restore...
Breaking down barriers in construction
Many apprentices like Emmanuel are trying hard to get into the construction industry, but they face many barriers. A pilot program...