The Region of Waterloo, in collaboration with Area Municipalities and the Waterloo Economic Development Corporation (Waterloo EDC), has launched the 2026 Workplace Count from May until September 2026. This survey of businesses across the region takes place every two years, collecting important information about the local economy that is not captured in the Canadian Census.  

Two surveys are underway to hear directly from young people and immigrants about their experiences in Waterloo Region. The Youth Impact Survey, run by the Children and Youth Planning Table (CYPT), and the Immigrant Survey, led by the Waterloo Region Immigration Partnership (IP), are both open until May 31.

Here is a list of Region of Waterloo service changes for the Victoria Day holiday on Monday, May 18, 2026.

The Region of Waterloo is investing $68,400 in nine local organizations through its 2026 Entrepreneurial Initiatives Grants, supporting non-profit and charitable organizations in the community to support and grow our talent ecosystem.

The Region of Waterloo Water Supply Capacity Allocation Policy has been developed to ensure a fair, simple and fully transparent way to transfer water supply capacity to area municipalities in the Mannheim Service Area to support future growth, as water becomes available. 

This morning, 1,351 elementary students with out-of-date vaccination records were suspended under the Immunization of School Pupils Act (ISPA). Students who have been suspended can return to school once their vaccination records are up to date, or a valid exemption is on file. 

The Region of Waterloo Library is celebrating a strong year of growth, connection and community impact, as highlighted in its 2025 Library Report Card.  

After hearing from 1,867 young people in 2023, the Children and Youth Planning Table (CYPT) of Waterloo Region is set to launch their fourth region-wide Youth Impact Survey. 

The Region of Waterloo is pleased to invite the community back to Doon Heritage Village, with a grand reopening on Wednesday, July 1, 2026. The “Back to the Village” event will feature returning favourites like costumed interpreters, farm animals, and historic games, as well as music, food, and entertainment for everyone.

Regional Council has approved a three-year agreement with Unifor Local 4304.