Facebook · October 21, 2026
Another constituency win! Our office helped a Kitchener Centre resident recover $8,544.82! If you’re dealing with a federal issue and aren’t sure where to turn, my office is here to help.
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Kelly DeRidder's posts, videos and House of Commons speeches about her work for Kitchener Centre. Search by topic, or browse by month.
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Facebook · October 20, 2026
📸 A reminder to send us your favourite photos of Kitchener Centre for a chance to be featured in our 2027 calendar! Send your photos to [email protected] and show us the places and moments that make our community special.
Facebook · October 19, 2026
Attention Kitchener Centre Innovators! 🚀 Applications are now open for funding to help businesses adopt AI, bring Canadian AI solutions to market, and scale their innovations. If you're looking to grow your business and embrace new technology, this could be an opportunity for… Read more
you!
Facebook · October 19, 2026
Residents of Kitchener Centre, municipal elections matter! From road conditions to your children’s education, the decisions made at city hall affect your everyday life. It matters who is serving at the grassroots level of government. Take the time to learn about your local can… Read more
didates, understand their priorities, and make a plan to vote. Pay attention and make your voice count!
Facebook · October 19, 2026
I’m catching up on your mailers! Thank you to everyone who takes the time to write to my office and share what’s on your mind. Your voices help me bring our community’s concerns and priorities to Ottawa. Thanks for sharing yours!
Facebook · October 18, 2026
Celebrating inclusion, community, joy, love and the incredible individuals who make Waterloo Region special! Thanks to the Waterloo Wellington Down Syndrome Society for bringing everyone together for the Any Which Way You Can A-Thon.
Facebook · October 17, 2026
Honoured to attend NigeriansIntheRegionofWaterloo Indefest and receive a Community Leadership Award. I’m incredibly grateful for this recognition and honoured to serve such a wonderful community. Thank you to NIROW for this meaningful award and for the incredible work you do to… Read more
support and strengthen our community!
Facebook · October 15, 2026
70 overdoses in just 4 days in Waterloo Region. Let that sink in. Behind every number is a human life, a family, and a community in crisis. We need to reverse course. Canadians need a serious approach that prioritizes recovery and rehabilitation, not a system that keeps people … Read more
trapped in addiction.
Facebook · October 15, 2026
Honoured to attend the Centre for Mutual Wellbeing’s Radiant Ladies Night Fundraising Dinner, supporting important work in housing and addressing gender-based violence. Grateful to everyone working to build safer, stronger communities.
Facebook · October 13, 2026
Happy Oktoberfest! Kitchener Centre’s German heritage, community spirit and traditions are something to celebrate. Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Oktoberfest parade a success and to the volunteers, performers and organizers who keep this tradition going year … Read more
after year!
Facebook · October 13, 2026
Oktoberfest is about more than the celebrations. It’s about the people, businesses and traditions that make Kitchener unique. We were pleased to host Germany In Canada German Ambassador Matthias Lüttenberg along side Dr. Matt Strauss for tours of WEICON, Bergman North America, … Read more
Finest Sausage and Meat, and Sproll’s Fine German Bakery. From clean technology to family-run businesses carrying on generations of German baking and sausage-making traditions, it was a great opportunity to showcase the local businesses that make our community special. Thank you to everyone who welcomed us!
Facebook · October 13, 2026
It was great to join MT Space for a Culture Days panel with talented local leaders in the arts. It was a meaningful conversation about creativity, culture, and the important role artists play in bringing our community together.
Facebook · October 11, 2026
It was great to have attended the Karis Disability Services AGM. It was a great opportunity to connect, reflect on the impact of the past year, and celebrate the ongoing work towards inclusion, empowerment, and stronger communities.
Facebook · October 8, 2026
This week’s Women’s Spotlight celebrates Cathy Baer, a true trailblazer in Kitchener Centre. As the first female conductor of the Kitchener Musical Society Band, a teacher, music department head at Cameron Heights and principal at Conestogo, Cathy has spent decades opening doors… Read more
and inspiring the next generation.
Facebook · October 8, 2026
It was great to join United Way Waterloo Region at the launch and walk for the March of 1,000 Umbrellas. It was a powerful reminder that no one should have to face homelessness alone. Thank you to everyone walking, volunteering and working to build a stronger community.
Facebook · October 6, 2026
WOW!! Jim Balsillie’s $4.5 million donation to support local food banks is an incredible investment in our community. We need more people like Jim stepping up, while also creating the conditions that allow people to build a good life, find opportunity and stay here in Canada. … Read more
This is the amazing thing that happens in community when we have globally competitive companies, headquartered right here in Kitchener!
Facebook · October 6, 2026
It was special to attend the Kitchener Musical Society Bands and hear the incredible music that has been part of our community for generations. My mom grew up watching my grandpa play in the band as a kid, so being there brought a special family connection to the afternoon. Tha… Read more
nk you to everyone who continues to keep this tradition alive.
Facebook · October 6, 2026
It was wonderful to attend the South Asian Cultural Festival and celebrate the incredible culture, traditions and contributions of South Asian communities in Kitchener Centre. Thank you to everyone who helped bring the community together for such a vibrant celebration.
Facebook · October 5, 2026
If your business, job, or workplace has been affected by tariffs, check the link bio to learn more and reach out to our office. We want to hear how these measures are affecting businesses, workers and employers here in Kitchener Centre, and find ways we can help.
Facebook · October 5, 2026
We were honoured to take part in the AR Goudie People Care Walk for Wellness. It was a great opportunity to come together as a community, support wellness, and recognize the people and organizations working every day to care for others.
Facebook · October 5, 2026
Our office was honoured to attend the 86th Battle of Britain Memorial with the 404 K-W Wing. We remember the courage and sacrifice of the Royal Canadian Air Force members who served, and the generations of Canadians who have carried their legacy forward.
Facebook · October 4, 2026
Happy 25th birthday to Contemporary Art Forum Kitchener and Area! 🎉 For 25 years, CAFK+A has helped bring contemporary art, artists and new ideas to our community. Here’s to celebrating the creativity that makes our region such a vibrant place to live and work.
Facebook · October 3, 2026
This Thanksgiving, let’s come together to help make sure local families have a little more on their table. 🥞 Help support Food4Kids by donating pancake mix and table syrup to be included in food packages. 📍 330 Trillium Drive, Unit B, Kitchener
Facebook · October 3, 2026
If Canada doesn’t build, we risk becoming dependent on others for the technology shaping our future. As Canada's Innovation Capital, Kitchener Centre, we need to create a Canada where companies can build, monetize and scale here at home. I will continue to push for policies that… Read more
make it happen.
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