This afternoon, Kitchener Fire crews responded to a call at a triplex on Guelph St, with reports of smoke coming from the attic roof area. Seven trucks attended the scene.
Eight residents have been displaced and support has been provided. One civilian was taken to hospital as a precaution and there are no fire fighter injuries.
As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we must acknowledge that Indigenous peoples, and racialized and religious communities across Canada continue to experience racism and discrimination every day.
Late this afternoon, Kitchener Fire crews responded to a call on Madison Ave at an unoccupied building scheduled for demolition. Due to the building’s condition, crews operated defensively until the fire was fully extinguished and under control.
No civilian injuries have been reported. An investigation is ongoing and damage estimates are not available.
As the snow melts and temperatures rise, many Kitchener residents are starting to think about home renovation projects for the spring and summer.
If you’re planning renovations or upgrades this year, it’s important to know which projects require a residential building permit in Kitchener. The City of Kitchener outlines a wide range of home improvements that must be reviewed and approved before work begins.
The Lead Local: Municipal Election Candidate Engagement Event is designed to broaden awareness of the October 26, 2026 municipal election process and support individuals considering running for office. The event will take place April 23, 2026, from 5 to 8:30 p.m. at the Ken Seiling Regional Museum.
Mark your calendar! The 2026 Young@Art showcase will take place on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at Kitchener City Hall. If you are interested in volunteering, email at youth@kitchener.ca. To learn more about the annual youth art showcase, or how to make a submission, visit www.kitchener.ca/YoungArt.
The City of Kitchener, in collaboration with the Waterloo Region Small Business Centre (WRSBC), hosts a free monthly speaker series called SDG Talks. The series explores the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) and how we can create a more socially and environmentally sustainable planet. This year’s theme, Purpose and Profit, focuses on helping businesses embed sustainability into their core operations and strengthen their bottom line while creating meaningful community impact.
The City of Kitchener is continuing its work on Kitchener 2051, a new official plan that will guide how the city grows and evolves over the next 25 years. This plan will help shape how Kitchener can grow as a city that is connected, caring, resilient and inclusive.
For more information about Kitchener 2051 and ongoing engagement opportunities, visit the project page on Engage Kitchener.
The outdoor rink in Carl Zehr Square is reopened and ready for you to enjoy. It is open daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., weather dependent.
The City of Kitchener has cancelled its snow event effective 3 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2026. The street parking ban will be lifted once the snow event is cancelled.
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