Welcome to the 53rd edition of Neighbours helping Neighbours, a bi-weekly newsletter from the neighbourhoods team, with a focus on good news stories, important community updates and an ever growing list of support resources.
PS ~ We encourage you to subscribe to this enewsletter if you haven't already and/or share this invitation with your friends in case they might be interested as well. Anyone who subscribes between now and Dec. 31 will be entered into a draw to win one of four (1 of 4) $25 Mastercard gift cards.
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Is there someone doing awesome near you?
The City of Waterloo wants to recognize people who do something great, big or small, in their neighbourhood. Nominations will be accepted year-round and every nominee will receive a thank you package.
How can you get involved?
- Submit a quick and easy nomination to describe your kind neighbour’s contributions
- Help spread the word about this new program
- Be a caring and kind neighbour!
Spotted: Neighbourhood Kindness!
Kalena shares "Ross used his snowblower to clear the snow for everyone on the whole street, almost every snowfall! It's really helpful for everyone."
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Refugee Resettlement & Supports Neighbours Can Offer Workshop Summary |
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On December 2nd, the City of Waterloo, the Immigration Partnership & Reception House hosted a workshop to share current resettlement information with neighbours across the community.
Workshop speakers shared:
- A detailed overview of Refugee Resettlement in Canada
- The role of Reception House: Who we are and what we do
- Resettlement Assistance Program: Services and Income Support
- Settlement & Integration Programs
- Employment
- Afghan Initiative So Far
- What Can You Do To Help?
- Practical ways for Neighbours to help
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Celebration Decoration Kit Giveaway: Saturday December 11, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
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Stop by the City of Waterloo Museum to check out our Many Shapes of Clay exhibit and pick up your very own Celebration Decoration clay kit, while supplies lasts. The museum will be open 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. for everyone to drop in. If you have proof of vaccination and ID you can walk through the exhibit and get inspired by the pieces of pottery on display.
Whether you celebrate, Hanukkah, Diwali, Winter Solstice, Christmas or just like the snowy season, this clay kit has something for everyone. Kits will include enough clay to make two celebration decorations. They make great crafts to keep the kids busy or can be made for gifts to give away to loved ones. Kits will be limited to 1 per family while supplies lasts. Additional kits can be purchased for $5.00.
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Connecting neighbours in Westmount |
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Alex and Roberta want to create connections amongst neighbours near Westmount Golf Course. To reach this goal they requested a mini grant to support printing and postage costs for a mailing about their idea. The group is steadily growing and discovering mutual interests.
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Blue Beech Park outdoor rink - stay tuned this winter!
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Neighbourhood volunteers are excited to bring an outdoor rink to Blue Beech Park for the 2021-2022 season through the City of Waterloo outdoor rink program. Tamara, the convenor at this rink location, and the volunteer team are excited for the colder weather to arrive. All outdoor rinks are weather dependent and volunteer run, so please visit the park for conditions before planning a trip or check-out the status map online here once temperatures start to stay below zero.
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The ActiveWaterloo Guide - Winter Edition |
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The ActiveWaterloo Guide is available in hard copy for pick up at a City of Waterloo facilities or flip through our online version.
What’s new this winter?
- Updated facility entry information
- NEW! 4 preschool programs
- NEW! 6 intergenerational programs
- Virtual and in-person fitness classes
- Wonders of Winter
- Summer camp employment
Add your favourite programs to the Wish List in advance, and then add to cart quickly and easily on registration day.
The City of Waterloo is committed to delivering enjoyable recreation experiences in a safe and responsible manner. Proof of vaccination or a valid exemption is required to enter recreation facilities for programs. Full details at waterloo.ca/covid-procedures. We also encourage readers to check advertiser websites for their most up to date entry information.
The City of Waterloo closely monitors Region of Waterloo Public Health and provincial updates and will alter protocols and practices as necessary.
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The City of Waterloo supports safe rental housing through licensing, inspections and enforcement of applicable bylaws. Problems with heating, electrical and plumbing, certain appliances, mold, and broken doors and windows are covered by these bylaws. If you suspect your rental unit is below minimum standards, please talk to your landlord or property manager first. If they are unwilling to fix the problem, you can request an inspection. Please contact us so we can help. Visit waterloo.ca/rentalsupport to learn more about:
- Checking the status of a rental licence
- Reporting unlicensed rental housing
- Minimum property standards
- Requesting an inspection of your rental unit
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December 10 ~ Human Rights Day. A day to honour the UN General Assembly's adoption and proclamation, on 10 December 1948, of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), the first global enunciation of human rights.(International)
- December 18 ~ International Migrants Day. Declared by the UN, this is a day to honour the international convention on the protection of the rights of migrants.(International)
- December 20 ~ International Human Solidarity Day. This is annually held on December 20 to celebrate unity in diversity. It also aims to remind people on the importance of solidarity in working towards eradicating poverty.(International)
Source: Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion
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Waterloo Neighbourhoods is published throughout the year to keep residents informed about the good things happening in neighbourhoods across Waterloo. If you have any questions or comments, please call 519-747-8515 or email communications@waterloo.ca. If you’re reading Waterloo Neighbourhoods as a non-subscriber, visit our subscription page to sign up for future editions.
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