Facebook · September 24, 2026
Women’s Spotlight: Sandy van Solm! Waterloo’s first female Fire Chief, is breaking new ground and paving the way for more women in leadership roles.🔥🚒👩🚒
Your MP at Work
Kelly DeRidder in Waterloo
Kelly DeRidder, Member of Parliament for Kitchener Centre, spends much of her time out in Waterloo and the surrounding region. This page gathers her posts, videos and House of Commons remarks from the past year, with the newest first.
You will see Kelly meeting with local groups that support neighbours in need. She talked with the Waterloo Food Bank about growing demand and the challenges facing families. She also met with Safe Families Kitchener-Waterloo & Cambridge about their PlayDay campaign, and she shared the Hospice of Waterloo Region walk. She also highlighted Sandy van Solm, Waterloo's first female Fire Chief.
The page also shows Kelly working on the issues that shape daily life here. She spoke with members of the building trades at their Annual General Meeting in Waterloo Region. She toured the BuildNow housing project with the City of Kitchener, the City of Waterloo, Habitat for Humanity Waterloo Region, local developers and non-profit partners. She has also pressed for Canadian companies to have a place in the supply chain for international procurement.
Along the way, Kelly joined the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony season launches, a Multi-Cultural Festival, and Remembrance events at Waterloo Branch 530.
17 posts, videos and speeches.
Facebook · August 15, 2026
Get outside. Get active. Give back.☀️ We met with Safe Families Kitchener-Waterloo & Cambridge to learn more about PlayDay, their summer fundraising campaign supporting local families experiencing crisis. Funds raised stay right here in our community, helping mobilize trained v… Read more
olunteers who surround families with care, connection and practical support when they need it most. Walk, run, hike, bike, paddle or choose your own adventure this summer and make a difference close to home!
Facebook · August 11, 2026
Join Hospice of Waterloo Region and help support the compassionate care Hospice Waterloo Region provides to local families. Walk in memory of a loved one, with friends and family, or simply to support a great cause. Every step makes a difference.
Facebook · July 20, 2026
I’ve been ensuring that Canadian companies are part of the supply chain when it comes to international procurement, I will be watching and paying close attention to if our Canadian companies will be part of the new contracts, supply chain eco system.
Facebook · July 8, 2026
A strong community is built through arts, culture, and the people who bring them to life. It was a pleasure to attend the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony season launch and celebrate another exciting year of incredible music and local talent. 🎼🎻✨
Facebook · June 22, 2026
Great meeting with the Waterloo Food Bank to discuss the growing demand they are seeing, the challenges facing families across our community & the important work being done to ensure people have access to food when they need it most. Thank you for all that you do.
Facebook · May 6, 2026
I was honoured to attend the memorial service for the Battle of the Atlantic, remembering the Canadians who fought to keep vital supply lines open and made immense sacrifices to defend our country.
Facebook · March 21, 2026
Celebrating 3 years of BCBP - Waterloo Mission reminds me how lucky I am to be part of a community that shows up for one another with honesty, encouragement and faith. Grateful to be part of the event and to witness the bonds that have been built! #kitchenercentre #community #… Read more
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Facebook · March 12, 2026
Honoured to speak with the skilled men and women of the building trades at their Annual General Meeting in Waterloo Region. Your work builds our homes, schools, hospitals, and communities and keeps our region thriving. I’m committed to supporting tradespeople with the training,… Read more
opportunities, and policies needed to succeed in building up our communities and country. There was one theme in particular that really resonated with me at the AGM: ensuring that federal promises turn into real jobs. That’s exactly what I intend to hold the government accountable for.
Facebook · January 22, 2026
We had the Shadow Minister of Housing in town, and the conversations were truly energizing! We walked through the BuildNow project and the strong partnerships driving it forward, with both the @cityofkitchener, the @citywaterloo, @habitat_wr, local developers, and our non‑profi… Read more
t housing partners. Together, we’re tackling the affordability crisis head‑on by creating a community where deeply affordable, affordable, and for‑sale units are all built side by side. We also met with Mayor @berryonline to discuss the impressive work the City of Kitchener is doing to accelerate homebuilding, from streamlining approvals to reducing development charges, ensuring that more homes get built, faster, right here in our community. @scottaitchison left genuinely impressed by the progress we’re making in Kitchener, and he’s committed to championing strong, practical solutions to get more homes built across the country. #kitchener #affordable #housing
Facebook · November 29, 2025
Aptly named Resurrection, the launch of the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony 2025–26 season was an absolute pleasure to experience. Paired with the Grand Philharmonic Choir, it was truly unforgettable. As the granddaughter of a musician, this relaunch means so much to me, it’s a pow… Read more
erful reminder of the role music plays in connecting generations and communities. I encourage you to check out the schedule link below and make sure you take in at least one show this year if you can, it’s an experience you won’t want to miss! https://www.kwsymphony.com/season-schedule 📸: © Ben Lariviere 2019
Facebook · October 31, 2025
It was a special moment of remembrance and a true honour, as your Member of Parliament, for our office to attend the official opening of the 2025 poppy campaign at Waterloo Branch 530. The ceremony, marked by the raising of the poppy flag and the presentation of the first poppy,… Read more
was a moving tribute to our veterans. I’m proud to stand with our community in honouring those who have served and sacrificed for our country.
Facebook · September 16, 2025
Getting to Work for Kitchener Centre This summer, I met with leaders from all levels of government to tackle the big questions: How do we grow our local economy? How do we keep our streets safe? How do we make life more affordable? These weren’t just check-ins, they were str… Read more
ategic conversations about how we align our efforts to deliver real results for Kitchener Centre. From housing and transit to small business support and community safety, we’re focused on practical solutions that make a difference. The work ahead is serious, and I’m ready to get to it. Let’s build a future that’s secure, affordable, and full of opportunity, together. Thank you to all, that took the time to meet. Aislinn Clancey - MPP Kitchener Centre Margaret Johnston - Councillor ward 8 Stephanie Stretch - Councillor ward 10 Debbie Chapman - Councillor ward 9 Colleen James - Regional councillor Berry Vrbanovic - Mayor of Kitchener Mike Harris - MPP Kitchener Conestoga Catherine Fife - MPP Waterloo Matthew Rodrigues - Regional councillor Karen Redman - Chair, Regional Municipality of Waterloo Jason Deneault - Councillor ward 3 Dorothy McCabe - Mayor of Waterloo Dave Schnider - Councillor ward 2 Sue Foxton - Mayor North Dumfries
Facebook · August 9, 2025
🍁 I proudly recognize the Canadians who have served—and continue to serve—with courage and compassion in global peacekeeping missions. From Cyprus to Rwanda, Haiti to Mali, Canadian peacekeepers have stood for justice, protected the vulnerable, and helped rebuild communities to… Read more
rn by conflict. 🇨🇦 Their legacy is a reflection of Canada’s enduring commitment to peace, diplomacy, and human rights. Today, we remember the fallen, thank the serving, and recommit to building a more peaceful world. PeacekeepersDay #CanadaForPeace #UNPeacekeeping #TrueNorthStrong #GlobalSolidarity
Facebook · July 29, 2025
👂 Celebrating 75 Years of Sound Care I recently visited Arnold Hearing Centres at Frederick Street Mall — one of seven locations across Southern Ontario dedicated to helping our communities hear better and live fuller. From hearing tests and custom aids, their team brings compas… Read more
sion and expertise to every appointment. Whether you're in Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph, Elmira, New Hamburg, or Simcoe, Arnold Hearing is here to support your hearing health. 👏 Thank you for being a trusted part of our region’s wellness landscape for over seven decades! #ArnoldHearing #KitchenerCentre #HearingHealth #CommunityCare #75YearsStrong #kitchenercentre
YouTube · July 27, 2025
Multi-Cultural Festival
🌟 A little late sharing this—but the joy is still fresh. Attending the Kitchener-Waterloo Multicultural Festival as your MP for the first time was unforgettable. From vibrant performances to heartfelt conversations, it was a powerful celebration of culture, connection, and commu… Read more
nity. Thank you to everyone who made it possible—you created a space where everyone felt seen, heard, and celebrated. 💛 #KWMulticulturalFestival #KitchenerCentre #CelebrateDiversity #CommunityMatters
Facebook · July 12, 2025
A Full-Circle Moment: Music, Memory, and the Return of the KW Symphony 🎶 My mom and I had the joy of celebrating the launch of the Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony’s 2025 season—fittingly named “Resurrection.” This revival is deeply personal for our family. My Grandpa played music f… Read more
or soldiers during WWII and later for the Kitchener Musical Society Band—a legacy of service, community, and the power of music. To see the Symphony return after such a difficult chapter makes my heart truly happy. It’s more than a concert—it’s a symbol of resilience, tradition, and everything that makes this community special. Here’s to a beautiful season ahead and the sounds of music filling our hearts once again 🎶❤️ #KWSymphony #Resurrection2025 #KWArts #FamilyTradition #kitchenercentre
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