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$384,000 Ontario Trillium Foundation grant gives Kitchener community centre a lift
On Thursday, Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic met with the team at the Breithaupt Centre to acknowledge the $384,000 Community Building Fund Capital grant from the Ontario Trillium..
Jun 22, 2023
Schneider and Shoemaker creeks environmental assessment second public meeting
The City of Kitchener will be hosting a public meeting to share information about an environmental assessment of the area at the meeting of Schneider and Shoemaker creeks..
Jun 20, 2023
Gaukel Block placemaking project receives Government of Canada funding

The City of Kitchener officially launched Downtown Kitchener’s newest placemaking space, the Gaukel Block, with remarks and a ceremonial ribbon-cutting earlier today. Thanks.
Jun 17, 2023
Kitchener stands with Ontario Big City Mayors in tackling priority issues
Earlier today, the Government of Ontario met with the Ontario's Big City Mayors prior to announcing the expansion of Jun 16, 2023

Splashpad closures - June 2023
The Victoria Park splashpad is now open.

The splashpad in Carl Zehr Square is closed for repairs until further notice.
Jun 16, 2023
Speaker series event focuses on sustainable cities and communities
The City of Kitchener, in collaboration with the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre (WRSBC), hosts a monthly speaker series, called SDG Talks. The monthly event explores.
Jun 13, 2023
Field closures - June 12
NOTICE: All ball diamonds are closed today due to the weather & infield conditions. Visit our Jun 12, 2023

Temporary burn ban in Kitchener
June 13, 2023: The Kitchener Fire Chief has cancelled the temporary burn ban. Please follow our Jun 08, 2023

Kitchener gears up for the ultimate neighbourhood celebration with entire community after party
The City of Kitchener is gearing up for the ultimate neighbourhood celebration with the Gaukel Block Launch Party, Neighbours Day and the Neighbours Day After Party, all..
Jun 08, 2023
Join the NHL Finals Game 4 watch party to cheer on Kitchener’s Nic Hague!
Community members and media are invited to come out to the NHL Finals watch party at Bobby O’Brien’s in downtown Kitchener this Saturday to cheer on Kitchener native Nic..
Jun 07, 2023

Land acknowledgement

The City of Kitchener is situated on the traditional territory of the Chonnonton, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee Peoples. We recognize our responsibility to act as stewards for the land and honour the original caretakers who came before us. Our community is enriched by the enduring knowledge and deep-rooted traditions of the diverse First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples who live in Kitchener today.