Facebook · October 20, 2026
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Kelly DeRidder on Community events and local organizations
Kelly DeRidder is out in Kitchener Centre all year long, meeting neighbours and visiting the groups that make this community strong. This page brings together her recent posts about local events and organizations.
Kelly has joined cultural celebrations such as Filipino Canadian Community Day, Sikh Community Day, the Arab Festival in Carl Zehr Square, Pakistan Canada Day, Afrofest and the Far East Asian Night Market with the Kitchener BIA. She has also been at the Kitchener Blues Festival, the Paddle Palooza Pickleball Festival and the Canadian Muay Thai Open, and she wore orange with the Kitchener Panthers for Orange Jersey Day.
She has also met with groups that help people close to home. These include Vision Loss Rehab, Camino Wellbeing + Mental Health, NIROW, the YMCA of Three Rivers and Safe Families Kitchener-Waterloo & Cambridge. She toured a local STEM camp and Ivis Inc., and visited Communitech. She also shined a light on local businesses like Charcoal Steak House, The Guitar Corner and 271 West Restaurant.
Kelly also hosted a town hall on social media safety for kids and a roundtable with victims advocacy groups. Scroll down to see the latest.
383 posts, videos and speeches.
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 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
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
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
It was a pleasure to join the Armenian community to celebrate their rich heritage, culture and traditions. Armenian Canadians have made meaningful contributions to communities across Canada, and it was wonderful to come together to recognize and celebrate that heritage.
Facebook · October 2, 2026
It was wonderful to spend time with the Sankofa Families Project and learn more about the work they’re doing in our community. Strong families and strong communities go hand in hand, and the connections built through programs like this make a real difference.
Facebook · October 2, 2026
Congratulations to Marvelous Minds Early Learning Centre on your grand opening! It’s exciting to see new spaces opening in our community where children can learn, grow and thrive. Wishing the team many years of success!
Facebook · October 1, 2026
Great to join the Registry Theatre for its 2026 Season Launch! Our local arts community brings people together, tells important stories and adds so much to the character of Kitchener Centre.
Facebook · September 25, 2026
When more families are turning to meal programs just to put food on the table, we know affordability is a serious issue. A Conservative government will take action to make life more affordable, lower costs, and ensure Canadians can get ahead.
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.🔥🚒👩🚒
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