News Releases

The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) turns 75: Honouring the past, flying into the future Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is proud to celebrate its 75th anniversary. Since opening its doors in 1950, the airport has grown from a Regional airfield to a vital hub supporting economic development, tourism, trade and community growth by connecting Waterloo Region to the world.
Tuesday, 13 May 2025
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Children and Youth Planning Table and Smart Waterloo Region to award $50,000 to youth projects that address local challenges WATERLOO REGION – The Children and Youth Planning Table of Waterloo Region (CYPT) and Smart Waterloo Region (SWR) are inviting youth to pitch their ideas for positive change. Youth can apply for up to $5,000 in funding with a total of $50,000 available.
Monday, 12 May 2025
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Region’s Long-Term Waste Management Strategy aims to protect people and the planet Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo is updating its Long-term Waste Management Strategy to address our growing community's evolving waste management needs and support sustainable and affordable waste management practices. “Updating this crucial plan will give us a roadmap for what the community will need in the future to ensure we continue to provide Waterloo Region with efficient, sustainable, and environmentally responsible waste management,” said Colleen James, Regional Councillor and Sustainability, Infrastructure and Development Chair.
Thursday, 08 May 2025
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Secondary school suspensions take effect today - May 8, 2025
Waterloo Region – This morning, 920 secondary students with out-of-date vaccination records have been suspended by Region of Waterloo Public Health under the Immunization of School Pupils Act. “Vaccination is the best way to protect against serious illness,” said Dr.

Thursday, 08 May 2025
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Region of Waterloo Public Health advising about seven new measles exposure locations Waterloo Region – Region of Waterloo Public Health has identified seven new potential measles exposure locations. Members of the public may have been exposed at the following locations on the dates and times specified: Waterloo Region Health Network @ Midtown (formerly Grand River Hospital) Emergency Department, 835 King Street West, Kitchener Saturday, April 26 to Sunday, April 27 from 9:20 p.
Wednesday, 07 May 2025
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Region of Waterloo gains 411 new child care spaces and more funding The Ministry of Education allocated 411 new child care spaces under the Canada Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC) agreement funded by the Province of Ontario and the Government of Canada Waterloo Region - The Region of Waterloo will receive 411 more child care spaces, covered under CWELCC, to be open by the end of 2026. These spaces are in addition to the previous 3,725 spaces already allocated to the Region, bringing the total to 4,136.
Wednesday, 07 May 2025
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The Region’s Waste Discovery Day takes you behind the scenes Waterloo Region – The Region of Waterloo is excited to invite the community to go “Beyond the Curb” during Waste Discovery Day, May 10, at the Waterloo Waste Management Centre. Waste Discovery Day will feature family-fun attractions including guided bus tours of the Waterloo landfill, a falconer meet and greet, face painting, mint planting, garbage bin painting, children’s games, and a look at the new garbage and organic carts.
Wednesday, 07 May 2025
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Water recreational season brings a reminder to be mindful Waterloo Region – As the weather warms up and water recreational season begins on the Grand River, the Region reminds residents to be cautious around dams. Over the next few weeks, residents will see new warning and danger signs at multiple locations around the Hidden Valley Dam on the Grand River to advise water users of the dam.
Friday, 02 May 2025
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Unique weather challenges require staying informed and planning ahead Waterloo Region - As each season brings unique challenges, the Region and its partners are using Emergency Preparedness Week (May 4 to 11) to remind people to stay informed and be ready. Whether its spring flooding and winds, summer heat, autumn power outages or winter storms, being ready for each season means knowing how to protect yourself, the people you care about, and the community.
Friday, 02 May 2025
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Culture in Motion: Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives Roll Out New Museum Bike Waterloo Region –Region of Waterloo Museums and Archives is excited to announce the launch of its interactive Museum Bike, a community-focused initiative designed to bring the Region’s history and culture out into the community. This mobile museum experience aims to increase inclusive, accessible programming, making it easier than ever for residents of all ages to engage with the Region’s museums and archives.
Thursday, 01 May 2025
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