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Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo is partnering with Thresholds Homes and Supports to open an overnight warming space in Kitchener. With the number of people experiencing homelessness climbing at an alarming rate, and 2,371 instances of homelessness recorded in October 2024 during the latest Point in Time Count, offering more spaces for respite from the cold is imperative.
“In this cold weather, finding more solutions to help our most vulnerable stay safe...
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Waterloo Region – The Region received the 2024 Municipal Engineers Association Award for the project management achievements in the Fischer-Hallman Road improvements project. Regional staff member Justin Armstrong was recognized for his outstanding contributions to this project.
The award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to society through engineering projects. Armstrong is being recognized for his role in managing the Fischer-Hallman...
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Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo’s Lobbyist Registry is now active. The Lobbyist Registry is an online tool that sets clear rules for lobbyists and ensures fair documentation of lobbying activities with Region of Waterloo Councilors, Commissioners and Directors.
Lobbying involves engaging with government officials to influence decisions, policies, or laws, often on behalf of a business, organization, or specific interest group. Under the Region’s...
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Waterloo Region –  Grand River Transit (GRT) proudly marks 25 years of delivering reliable, sustainable and innovative transit services to the residents of Waterloo Region. Since its inception on Jan. 1, 2000, when Cambridge Transit and Kitchener Transit merged, GRT has played a crucial role in connecting communities, reducing environmental impacts and supporting the economic growth of the region. 
GRT has grown a lot over the past quarter century.  In 2000,...
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Waterloo Region – Regional Council passed a 2025 Plan and Budget December 20 th , that maintains the essential services residents rely on across Waterloo Region. 
As inflation and rising costs continue to impact households, the Region’s budget balances affordability with the service needs of a growing community.  
The total 2025 Operating and Capital budget for Regional services, including costs for Waterloo Region Police Services, is $2.4...
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