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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.
353 posts, videos and speeches.
House of Commons · June 2, 2026
House of Commons
Thank you, Chair. Mr. Myette, I wanted to ask you my first question. In my riding of Kitchener Centre, we're fortunate to have a vibrant arts and culture community, from local theatres to our Centre In The Square and festivals like the Blues Festival and grassroots organization… Read more
s like The Registry Theatre, which bring people together at a local level. What do you think about the future of Canada's creative sector, and how important are community-based cultural spaces?
Facebook · May 31, 2026
You did it boys!!! Congratulations to the @ohlrangers on an incredible season and a well earned championship!🎉 Kitchener is so proud of you!!🏆🏒
Facebook · May 31, 2026
Great to tour Gigi’s House and hear more about the important work being done to support individuals and families in our community. Thank you for the warm welcome and for everything you do to make a difference every day.
House of Commons · May 26, 2026
House of Commons: Statements by Members — Kitchener Rangers
Mr. Speaker, I want to take a moment to say just how proud I am of the Kitchener Rangers. What we have seen this season is pure talent and character. Winning the OHL championship does not happen by accident. It takes discipline, resilience and a relentless commitment to one anoth… Read more
er day in and day out. It is about showing up when it matters, pushing through, having a commitment and believing in each other as a team. To see the Rangers competing for the Memorial Cup, the most prestigious prize in junior hockey, is something truly special. The Rangers are representing the entire Kitchener-Waterloo community with heart, determination and skill. The players, coaches and staff have made our city proud. No matter what happens next, they have shown what it takes to compete at the highest level. Let us be real, the boys have this. Go, Rangers.
Facebook · May 25, 2026
Canada Day is almost here 🇨🇦 Stop by our office to pick up a free Canada Day sign and show your Canadian pride! Display it at home, your cottage, or your business as we celebrate the history and people that make Canada great.
Facebook · May 25, 2026
Thank you to Indwell for the tour and thoughtful conversations today. It was valuable to see firsthand the work being done to provide supportive housing and create stability for people in our community.
Facebook · May 24, 2026
Loved getting the chance to tour Adults in Motion and learn more about the incredible work being done to keep people active, connected and engaged.
Facebook · May 23, 2026
Really incredible to tour this project focused on restoring a natural ecosystem and bringing wildlife habitat back to life. I used to walk these paths when I was younger, so seeing the area transformed and thriving again is honestly really special.
Facebook · May 21, 2026
Great meeting with Mark Bingeman to discuss important issues facing our community and opportunities ahead for Waterloo Region. Always appreciate thoughtful conversations and local perspectives.
Facebook · May 20, 2026
Thank you to everyone who helped organize the Community Leaders Breakfast. It was great to connect with local leaders and hear about the great education and opportunities being provided to students, families, and the broader community.
Facebook · May 19, 2026
What a celebration today!!! Now let’s bring home the Memorial Cup!🏆 LET’S GO RANGERS!!!🏒
Facebook · May 17, 2026
It was great joining the Food4Kids Brighter Futures Breakfast Appreciation event and recognizing the people who work year-round to support local kids and families. Thank you to everyone helping ensure children in our community have access to the food they need to thrive.
Facebook · May 16, 2026
An evening to honour the inspiring success of the 2026 inductees, Dean McIntyre, Ruth Casselman, George Tsintzouras and Kevin Wright. A celebration of the leaders who shaped our region through bold ideas, innovation and a commitment to giving back.
Facebook · May 15, 2026
The University of Waterloo Trust in Research Undertaken in Science and Technology (TruST) Network and Balsillie School of International Affairs (BSIA) hosted an afternoon symposium where Canadian experts who are working at the intersection of Health and AI gathered.
Facebook · May 14, 2026
Out office stopped by the Lemon-Aid event kickoff in Kitchener! Amazing to see young people, families and community members coming together to support a great cause and make a difference!
Facebook · May 13, 2026
So proud of the Kitchener Rangers for bringing home the OHL Championship! This took grit, discipline, resilience, and relentless hard work all season long. Our community is behind you all the way. Next stop: the Memorial Cup. 🏆
Facebook · May 12, 2026
Who else in K-Town is on the edge of their seat tonight? LET'S GO RANGERS!!!
Facebook · May 12, 2026
Great to join the kickoff for the Grand River Motorcycle Ride for Dad! An incredible event bringing the community together to raise awareness and funds for prostate cancer research while supporting dads, families and loved ones across our region.
Facebook · May 8, 2026
Great turnout at the Steps for Kids Walk, with our community showing up in a big way to support kids’ mental health, break stigma, and make sure young people have access to the care they need.
Facebook · May 7, 2026
From war to the classroom, students from Burma are rebuilding their futures through Wilfrid Laurier University’s ISO program, right here in our region.
Facebook · May 6, 2026
So grateful to see the stolen ceremonial gong recovered and returned to the Cancer Centre at WRHN Midtown. Thank you to WRPS for your work and care in getting it back where it belongs.
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.
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