Local Information about Kitchener-Waterloo

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Located on the Grand River, just north of the major 401 transportation corridor, Kitchener-Waterloo is a key industrial centre in Canada. The area was settled by German Mennonites and other Europeans in the early 1800s. The success of area farmers and manufacturers which benefitted from the growth of railroads, which connected them to major markets. The region has four key communties: Kitchener, Waterloo, Cambridge, and Guelph, each with unique attractions, history, natural resources, and recreation.

Region of Waterloo residents take a strong and active role in all levels of government and its administration.

Here are all the email contacts for your elected politicians.

Local not-for-profits groups, sports leagues, churches and other religious organizations are welcome to add themselves to our FREE LISTINGS and post news, events, and volunteer opportunities.

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