Happening Tomorrow: Considering a career in politics? The 5th Women’s Municipal Campaign School is a two-day event aiming to teach those from diverse backgrounds how to run for office. Learn how to plan, run & win a campaign. Registration is open: learnhowtorun.com

One of the very best gifts we can give each other right now is our undivided attention. In an increasingly distracted world, taking the time to lean in and really listen to another person’s concerns is a powerful way of saying “I see you. I hear you. You matter.”

It takes a community to #WelcomeRefugees! Please consider donating to the ImmigrationWatReg Fund for Immigrant & Refugee Initiatives established at KWCF as part of the current efforts to support #Ukrainians, #Afghans & other #refugees in #WaterlooRegion: kwcf.ca/immigrationpar…

Just because Asian Heritage Month is about to officially conclude, doesn't mean our allyship for the Asian community ends. We briefly outlined some ways we can show our support and practice allyship for the Asian community beyond this month! How else can we continue our support?

In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the City again partnered with Indigenous artist Luke Swinson, for a new mural in the Uptown Square! Learn more about Luke, the mural and the meaning of GIZAAGI'IN from the artist: youtube.com/watch?v=WmQUnj…

$3 million upgrade planned for Waterloo community centre kitchener.ctvnews.ca/3-million-upgr…

I wish every Ontarian would take the news of an ICU closing more seriously! I wish Ontarians knew that shutting 14 hospital units ahead of the long-weekend means possible deaths. I wish Ontarians would push the government to act immediately! My heart breaks for those suffering.

One death every two days due to drug overdose in July in Waterloo Region bit.ly/3Cg58di

The Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee (GRAAC) is looking for committee members to help give advice to the councils of the City of #Kitchener, City of Waterloo, Region of Waterloo & townships in the region. Application deadline is Oct. 29 Apply: kitchener.ca/GRAAC

Once farmland is paved over, it’s gone forever. Help protect local, fresh, home grown food in Ontario before it’s too late.

Did I hear correctly? Mr X is a former Mayor turned lobbyist who was offered a MILLION DOLLARS to get some of those lands out of the #Greenbelt and offered senior Ministry staff Raptors tickets and dinners to get it done? Could this be any shadier!? #GreenbeltScandal #onpoli #ON

Surplus on backs of international students when will this greed end.

Did you know that almost one third of unhoused Canadian youth identify as 2SLGBTQIA+? It’s time to shut down the hate and discrimination. #NoSpaceForHate

Grateful for the opportunity to stand as an ally in today's counter protest. The urgency is undeniable: we must unite in support of children and families within the 2SLGBTQIA community. Misinformation jeopardizes the safety and well-being of 2SLGBTQIA+ students. #NoSpaceForHate.

Regional police are investigating after a Pride flag was burned and trampled, and rocks were thrown at 2SLGBTQ+ students at a Kitchener high school. kitchener.citynews.ca/2023/09/22/pri…

A new queer and Indigenous-led centre in Kitchener has been targeted by vandalism, less than two weeks before it's set to open to the public. kitchener.ctvnews.ca/new-indigenous…

Congratulations to Amy Smoke for a wonderful space in downtown Kitchener, was nice to drop by for their open house today. O:se Kenhionhata:tie (Land Back Camp)

I'm extremely concerned with what I'm seeing in Canada over the past 24 hours. Video footage of pro-Hamas 'celebrations' in Mississauga - and in other places throughout the GTA - are simply heartbreaking for me to watch as a proud Canadian and supporter of Israel. This isn't

Was a wonderful collaboration to create a safer inclusive Region of Waterloo for all. Joined to share how City of Waterloo plans to respond to hate using a restorative justice model.

March is Social Work Month! We are honoured and grateful for the many wonderful social workers apart of our Glebe team!