New to Waterloo Region

Welcome to Waterloo Region, a vibrant and growing community of more than 500,000 people.

For a description of what our community offers, please link to the About Waterloo Region page.

General information and services for people new to the Region is provided through the Communitech Living and Working in Waterloo Region webpage.

Following are links to Region of Waterloo services that may be helpful to newcomers:

• Transit
• Public Health
• Employment Services
• Financial Assistance
• Housing
• Regional Libraries
• Garbage and Recycling
• Museums

Following are links to community organizations providing vital hospital care and education:

• Hospitals: Cambridge Memorial Hospital, Grand River Hospital, St. Mary's General Hospital
• School boards: Waterloo Region District School Board and Waterloo Catholic District School Board
  

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