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e Roundtable began as a grassroots initiative, bringing together community voices to address food insecurity, environmental sustainability, and local food policy. Over the years, it’s grown into a respected platform for collaboration and advocacy across the region. It was wonderful to connect with: 🌱 Josalyn Radcliffe – Roundtable Director 🌍 Steffanie Scott – Founding member 🥕 Andrew Spring – Director, Laurier Centre for Sustainable Food 🌾 Doug Jones – Director Their commitment to food justice and community resilience is inspiring. Proud to support their work and help amplify the conversation around sustainable food systems! 🍽️💚 #SustainableFoodSystems #LocalFoodMatters #CommunityFoodSecurity #kitchenercentre

kly themes like Minecraft Makers, LEGO Adventurers, and Robot Programming — no experience needed! 🕘 9am–4pm | Before & after care available 💰 Affordable rates for 3, 4, or 5-day weeks 🔗 Register: stemcamp.ca/stem-camp-kitchener Let’s keep building bright futures through STEM! 💡👩‍🔬👨‍💻

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

is next chapter and can’t wait to welcome you to our new space. Stay tuned — we’ll be announcing our new address and details for the grand opening in the coming days! Thank you for your patience and continued support.

t’s putting enormous pressure on their health, their finances, and their futures. Habitat isn’t just building houses—they’re partnering with families to break the cycle of unaffordable rent and open the door to homeownership. They walk alongside each family, helping them build equity, resilience, and hope. This is the kind of community-driven, long-term solution we need more of. I'm proud to support their mission—and I encourage others to learn more about this fantastic organization. https://www.habitatwr.ca/site/home #KitchenerCentre #HabitatForHumanity #AffordableHousing #BuildCommunity #HousingIsAHumanRight

nity. Thank you to everyone who made it possible—you created a space where everyone felt seen, heard, and celebrated. 💛 #KWMulticulturalFestival #KitchenerCentre #CelebrateDiversity #CommunityMatters

ner, this event brings people together in such a meaningful way. Thank you so much for having me — I’m grateful to have shared in the celebration! #EritreanFestival #CommunityCelebration #KitchenerEvents #CulturalPride #kitchenercentre

the early days of Berlin to the vibrant community we know today, it's a powerful reminder of how far we've come — and the people and places that shaped our city along the way. Whether you're a lifelong resident or new to the area, this is one stop that brings Kitchener’s past to life in the most beautiful way. ❤️ 📍 Located in the Victoria Park Pavilion — open Saturday and Sunday 12pm to 4pm and full of surprises 😀 #KitchenerHistory #VictoriaParkGallery #LocalHeritage #VictoriaParkHistoricalCommittee #WaterlooRegionHistory #DiscoverKitchener

r of music. We even got to enjoy a live performance by the talented young musicians in their program — and let me tell you, the future of Canadian music is in very good hands! 🇨🇦🎼 🎷 Spots are still available for spring break camps — a perfect opportunity for youth to explore music, make friends, and grow their confidence. Check them out at @bandologyca or bandology.ca to register. Don’t miss out! #Bandology #BandCamp #YouthMusic #ArtsEducation #SpringBreakCamp #SupportTheArts #CanadianYouth #kitchenercentre

m those who helped build this country — their stories and experiences are a reminder of the work we must continue to do on their behalf. Anna, thank you for your continued commitment to being a strong voice for seniors in Ottawa. @annarobertsmp #kitchenercentre #yourvoicematters #seniorwisdom

stone. This is about more than just bricks and mortar — it’s about creating a space where people can gather, grow, and connect. I’m proud to support investments that reflect the heart of our community. 📍 What’s included: - A spacious 2,700 sq ft multi‑purpose program room - A brand-new recording studio and basketball court - Enhanced accessibility: parking and universal washrooms Looking ahead—this is a major step toward a more vibrant, accessable, and connected Kitchener Centre. Can’t wait to see this hub bustling with activity through to late 2026! Let’s celebrate this milestone and look forward to a stronger community together 💪🏽 #KitchenerCentre #CommunityGrowth #Accessibility #Infrastructure #TogetherWeRise #cityofkitchener

ay of Hope offers more than just services — they offer hope, dignity, and a path forward. As someone who is deeply passionate about improving services for those struggling with addiction, I’m especially grateful for the work they do to walk alongside people on some of the hardest journeys — helping them reclaim their lives with strength and support. Thank you to the incredible staff, volunteers, board members, and supporters who make this work possible. Our community is stronger because of you. 💛 I have added links to their website and their annual report. Please check them out. https://rayofhope.net/ https://rayofhope.net/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Ray-of-Hope-Annual-Report-2025.pdf #RayOfHope #CommunitySupport #KitchenerCentre #HopeInAction #AddictionRecovery #StrongerTogether

ing entrepreneurs turn big ideas into thriving businesses — right here in Waterloo Region. Had great conversations with CEO Ruth Casselman and COO Tabatha Laverty about the Centre’s full-service model and its real impact on our community. 🔑 Key local priorities: ✅ Retaining top talent in the region ✅ Engaging more university co-op students to keep innovation flowing Proud to support organizations that keep Kitchener Centre at the heart of Canada’s innovation economy. 💡 #KitchenerCentre #Startups #Innovation #TalentRetention #AcceleratorCentre #WaterlooTech #FutureOfWork #Entrepreneurship

uilding community, fostering independence, and celebrating the right to live with dignity and choice. ILWR continues to be a leader in supporting adults with physical disabilities across our region. Their work matters—this month and every month. Learn more at ilwr.ca #DisabilityPrideMonth #InclusionMatters #KWCommunity #IndependentLiving #kitchenercentre

n: welcome home. Your stories, your strength, and your dreams are now part of the fabric of this community, and we are better for it. 💙🤍❤️ May this be the start of something truly special. #WelcomeHome #NewCanadians #KitchenerCentre #CanadaDay2025 #CitizenshipCeremony #StrongerTogether

over 70,000 summer jobs across the country in areas like: ✅ Climate action ✅ Community services ✅ Tourism & recreation ✅ Skilled trades and more 🗓️ Hiring deadline is July 21st, so it’s down to the wire — but there are still great opportunities out there for those looking to gain experience and earn a paycheque this summer. Anyone interested, please send me a direct message, and I can forward you the list of employers in Kitchener Centre that are approved for this program. This is a win for young workers, local employers, and Canada’s future economy. 🌱 #CanadaSummerJobs #YouthEmployment #SupportingYouth #kitchenercentre

e safety, dignity, and healing. 💪💖 In support of the Domestic Violence Victims Alliance (DVVA), Retail Therapy was launched as a thrift and consignment store to strengthen DVVA’s ability to support survivors of domestic violence. Their brick-and-mortar shop is located at 150 Victoria Street South, Kitchener. Every donation, purchase, and volunteer effort has helped fund critical mental health support, legal aid, and emergency resources for those rebuilding their lives. 💻 Learn more or donate: dvva.ca #RetailTherapyKW #DVVA #SupportSurvivors #ThriftInThePark #ConsciousShopping #CommunityCare #DomesticViolenceAwareness #kitchenercentre

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

were taken (for privacy and safety reasons), I want to share some of the powerful impact this organization made over the past year: 📊 April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025 Impact Report: • 4,043 people reached through prevention and education • 2,285 crisis support phone calls and chats answered • 1,297 outreach clients supported • 395 individuals sheltered — 198 women and 197 children These numbers represent lives changed — and in many cases, lives saved. What also stood out to me is the Engaging Men program, a unique initiative providing one-on-one and group counselling for men — all of which is voluntary. With three dedicated male clinicians, this program fosters accountability and healthier relationships, creating safer communities for everyone. Thanks to support from the Waterloo Region Upstream Fund, education among men has increased by 35% in the last year alone. This is community care in action — and it’s making a real difference. 💜 #WomensCrisisServices #SupportSurvivors #EndViolence #EngagingMen #WaterlooRegion #CommunityImpact #GiveHope #kitchenercentre

l.gc.ca While no appointment is required, booking ahead is encouraged to ensure we have dedicated time to meet. Looking forward to connecting with you soon! #kitchenercentre

band loved the pie eating contest, he managed to eat a whole cherry pie 😋. I love how this festival has grown over the years, and what it represents for our community. What started as a small neighbourhood gathering has turned into a major summer event drawing thousands. Celebrating community connection, local culture and highlighting the charm of the Cherry Park neighbourhood! A neighbourhood I once called home during my years in college, it was truly special for me and my family to be a part of this incredible community event. Thanks to the incredible volunteers, performers, and community spirit, Cherry Park felt more vibrant than ever. It was a perfect summer moment full of fun, flavours, and neighbourly joy! #kitchenercentre #supportlocal #kitchenerawesome #CommunityJoy

toria Park. Every performance, every food stall, every conversation was a beautiful reminder of how powerful it is to celebrate the cultures and communities that shape who we are. I felt surrounded by belonging, inspired by cultural pride, and grateful for how openly and joyfully people shared their stories. What moved me most was the spirit of engagement—we may not always agree, but we show up, we listen, and we learn from one another. These are the voices I welcome. These are the conversations that build bridges. Huge thank you to the organizers, artists, volunteers, and community members who made this festival possible. You created a space where everyone could feel seen, heard, and celebrated—and that means the world. 💛 #KWMF2025 #Gratitude #CulturalPride #BelongingMatters #CommunityJoy #kitchenercentre

ing Junior Picasso's and Mini Monet's (ages 4-12) to check out her Summer Art Camp! A world of imagination brought to life through painting, drawing, sculpture, outdoors sketches, and a whole lot of art magic. Think of the masterpieces for your fridge! There are spaces still available. I encourage you all to check out her website and learn more about the camps and classes she offers. Thank you so much for your time, Olena! #kitchenercentre #localartist #finearts #supportlocal