City of Waterloo
100 Regina St. S N2J4A8 Waterloo, ON, Canada

Get outside and be active, just keep it safe: only with your own household, maintain 2m distance, face masks recommended, avoid crowded areas as much as possible, and PLEASE stay off of stormwater ponds. #StormWaterSafetyWR

We’re mapping unique gathering spaces in #neighbourloo. Is there a coffee shop with a meeting room, a credit union with a community space? Maybe some special places others might not know about? Visit EngageWaterloo to share your ideas and update our map. https://www.engagewr.ca/let-s-map-our-gathering-spaces

Need a breath of fresh air? We have two new outdoor activities for you to enjoy, Trail Mix (trail use set to music) on the Waterloo Walter Bean trail and the newly installed Waterloo Park Art Walk, featuring the work of 24 artists. This exhibit is along the trail promenade between Caroline St to Seagram Dr. https://www.engagewr.ca/active-at-home1

Reminder: Check Before You Rec for all indoor or outdoor facilities - including the Public Square rink. You can call 519-886-1177 x0 for information on last minute rink closures.

Neighbourhood rinks are open for exercise, not gathering. Physical distancing is mandatory on and off the ice, and masks encouraged. Only go with members of your own household, and follow rink capacity limits. If others are already waiting, please consider a different activity.

If you haven't already, buy your dog tag online and get a voucher for Ren's Pets Depot! And when you're out and about, please remember to keep doggo on a leash to keep everyone happy and safe! https://bit.ly/2Aaa8Py

There are engaging groups and lots of community connection to be found on Waterloo@home. Read more about the Finding Hope movement and free events and online theatre tickets. https://www.engagewr.ca/waterloo

On Jan. 11, 2021, the Province of Ontario issued a declaration of emergency and stay at home order. Municipal projects are exempt from this order, therefore the East Side Branch Library construction at RIM Park Manulife Sportsplex will continue as planned. https://www.waterloo.ca//thi/east-side-branch-library.aspx

Our snow event ends at 6:00 p.m. today. Thanks to everyone for clearing your sidewalks and removing your cars from the streets. Our crews have been busy clearing roads and city-maintained sidewalks. Parking registration is open again to register your vehicle for this evening.

We're looking for a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems Mechanic (313A) and Gas Fitter. Hours are usually Monday to Friday, 7am-3pm, working at various city facilities across Waterloo. Apply by December 18 at waterloo.ca/careers

Next up at the #NeighbourhoodSummit is understanding neighbour conflict. Our friends at Community Justice Initiatives will discuss neighbour conflict, how to notice it, what to do when it arises, and other helpful information. Join us tomorrow night at 7pm. It's free! https://bit.ly/3e3KDCm

Our last #NeighbourhoodSummit session is tomorrow at 7pm. Hear from neighbourhood leaders about how they are using creative ideas to keep their community strong and connected during the pandemic. The session is free, please register to join us! https://bit.ly/3e3KDCm

Please read our media release from Waterloo Fire Rescue for helpful tips to enjoy a fire safe holiday season.

Our online portal which is used to renew business licences, report complaints and issue building permits was scheduled for maintenance this weekend. We have moved the maintenance to next weekend, so the portal is available for use this weekend.

As Waterloo Region moves from a Yellow/Protect category to an Orange/Restrict category, City of Waterloo recreation customers will see little impact, as current protocols already meet most Orange/Restrict requirements. Remember, Check Before You Rec: https://bit.ly/38IeeRk

We're launching WOW Waterloo this month! This initiative brings social, recreational and educational programs to seniors through a simple telephone connection. Participants will enjoy guest speakers, learn new things, and engage in friendly conversation. https://bit.ly/38Kovw7

We are pleased to announce $5000 in additional funds for neighbours to continue building community connections in ways that align with public health direction and focus on neighbourhood initiatives specifically through the winter. Please read our media release for more information. #neighbourloo

Thank you to Beechwood West 1 Homes Association for planting 15 native trees in McCrae Park on October 10 through the City’s community planting program. The event scheduled for October 17 in Stonehaven Park has been cancelled in keeping with the province’s latest COVID guidelines. Thank you for helping to expand the urban forest in Waterloo!

We have declared a snow event and an overnight parking ban is in effect starting at 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, November 22. Please move vehicles off the street as soon as possible. They can be ticketed/towed after midnight.

Applications for the Community Cash Grants program are now open! Organizations that promote recreation, sports, arts, culture, festivals and neighbourhood participation may be eligible for up to $10,000. Apply online by December 1 https://bit.ly/2BrvWXk

We're looking for neighbourhood outdoor rink volunteers again! Find a list of outdoor rinks here: https://bit.ly/2GvZyYX and help your neighbours enjoy some outdoor fun this winter! Apply here: https://bit.ly/2Ijbr3O

Satisfy the urge to travel with Friday Flicks - a Zoom presentation that takes you around the world. Coming up on October 23 - English and Irish countrysides. https://bit.ly/378fn3F

Our neighbourhood matching fund is your chance to bring a project to life skating parties, playgrounds, murals, community gardens, message boards, little libraries and more! All you need is an idea and we can fund it. Apply before Oct. 21. #neighbourloo https://bit.ly/2YgS1kz

Check Before You Rec! Help keep our facilities open so we can continue to enjoy recreation, leisure and sports activities. Visit our website for Waterloo facility-specific safety procedures. https://bit.ly/2HBpl3k

The deadline to apply for a seat on the Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee has been extended to October 30. Persons with disabilities, caregivers or interested members of the community are invited to apply. Full details and online application https://bit.ly/3i3pxUW

Hoping to see some next-level Halloween yard decorations this year! If you are making Halloween plans, please follow public health guidelines, and remember that things could still change before the full moon arrives on the 31st. https://bit.ly/3iXPPbD

Waterloo will move into the Red-Control category of the Provincial framework at 12:01 a.m. on Monday November 23, 2020: https://bit.ly/2UNSY49

Our first Neighbourhood Summit workshop takes place tomorrow at 7pm. Our friends at Button Factory Arts will lead a watercolour session through the talents of local artist Carly Leyburne. Please join us! It's FREE and registration is required. #neighbourloo https://bit.ly/3e3KDCm

Answers to all of your healthy yard questions, including what qualifies for stormwater credits from the City of Waterloo!

ICYMI: Leaf collection starts Nov. 2. Know your week! Watch for signs in your neighbourhood and/or visit our leaf collection page to confirm when crews will be in your area so you’ll be ready. https://bit.ly/32HJWbs

This year's watermain flushing runs from October 13 to 26 in the northwest corner of the city. Friendly reminder: Your water won't get turned off... No chemical agents are used Run your tap if you notice discoloured water Full schedule and map https://bit.ly/33Hqdvj

Thanks to Collaborative Structures Limited for the awesome footage of our new community pavilion! This viewpoint really puts the progress and location into perspective. Our community is going to love this updated facility! #WMRC #activeWaterloo

Thinking of connecting with neighbours in a safe, physically distanced way? Our Waterloo Neighbourhoods e-newsletter is a helpful resource. Subscribe today and you could win 1 of 3, $50 Mastercard gift cards. #neighbourloo https://bit.ly/2v4ZKJh

We have lots of connect from home opportunities for the civic minded! It feels great when you give back and make a difference in your community. Apply today! https://www.engagewr.ca/connect-at-home

If you're interested in a cash grant but have questions or don't know where to start - we have virtual Zoom workshops for that: - November 2, from 12 to 1:30pm - November 3, from 7 to 8:30pm... Register here https://www.waterloo.ca//living/community-cash-grants.aspx

We hope you have a fun and safe Thanksgiving Day, Waterloo! Here is what is open/closed for us on Monday, October 12

Don’t miss the last cemetery tour of the year. Register for November 8, 11 a.m. or 2 p.m. Call the museum, 519-885-8828, Monday to Friday between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. to reserve your spot.

We are excited to announce our 2nd annual Neighbourhood Summit! Connect with your neighbours through a series of virtual sessions - for free! Read more and register today! #neighbourloo

Youth leadership, free diversity courses, a neighbourhood summit. Our community is working hard to stay connected during the pandemic. Join an online event today! https://www.engagewr.ca/waterloo

We were very sad to learn of the passing of former Waterloo Mayor Marjorie Carroll. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. Please read Mayor Dave Jaworsky's statement on her passing. https://bit.ly/2TuU8AR

Leaf collection starts Monday, Nov. 2. Know your week! Have your street/boulevard tree leaves raked to the curb in time for the first day of estimated collection. Visit our leaf collection page for details. https://bit.ly/32HJWbs