Arts and Culture
The Region of Waterloo recognizes the important role that arts, culture and heritage play in enriching the lives of residents and attracting talent and visitors to Waterloo Region. Explore and discover the rich arts, culture and heritage in Waterloo Region!
Arts and Culture Grants
The Region of Waterloo supports the arts, culture and heritage sectors to enrich the lives of residents, attract visitors, and enhance the artistic, social and economic vitality of the region. Learn more about arts and culture funding, grants and incentive programs.
Doors Open Waterloo Region
Doors Open Waterloo Region is a free annual event in September that celebrates our diverse community culture, heritage and architecture. Tour over 20 local destinations including noteworthy buildings, interesting places and heritage sites.
Heritage
Learn how we ensure Waterloo Region's heritage is preserved and celebrated. Find information on heritage sites and properties, conservation incentives, heritage designations and permits, conservation resources and historic countryside tours.
Public Art
Discover extraordinary art and spaces that tell the story of the Region's evolving identity. Celebrate incredible local artists and explore how art and artists shape our community. Learn how public art is selected and funded.
Tourism and Events
Whether you're a visitor or resident of Waterloo Region, there's plenty to see and do year-round. Our region provides the perfect balance between new and old, rural and urban, nature and technology, classical and contemporary, tranquility and adventure. Visit Explore Waterloo Region, the region's tourism site, to get information on events, places to stay and eat, and things to see and do.
Resources
Photo and Video Consent Form (Cultural Services only)
- Please complete the photo or video consent form if requested.
UW Fine Arts Partnership supportive documents:
