Welcome to the 46th 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.
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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!
Caroline shares "When I was very ill, Fay knocked on my door to bring me a homemade hot dinner of delicious scalloped potatoes. She is 87 years old, but took time to help me out in my hour of need."
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Parkland Strategy Conversation with Neighbours |
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The draft parkland strategy is a document to guide planning in City of Waterloo parks over the next 10-15 years. There are 77 recommendations that outline actions in different areas that impact local parks in the short, medium and long term during this period. Learn more about the items that impact neighbourhood life and wellbeing such as use, amenities, staff resources, events, programs, and funding in parks.
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Wissler Road neighbours share a love of music |
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The Wissler Old Abbey neighbourhood recently hosted a physically distanced street party to connect outdoors. Four Corners band provided live music for neighbours to enjoy.
If you have an idea for a safe way to connect with neighbours, reach out to neighbourhoods@waterloo.ca to chat about your idea and funding available to support your initiatives.
Photo credit: Erin Watt Photography
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Let's extend a warm, neighbourly welcome to new and returning post-secondary students! |
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Selecting a university or college is a tough decision, and we know these students made the right choice. Waterloo is a great city and Conestoga College, University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University are some of the highest ranked institutions in Canada.
Moving to a new city can be overwhelming. Our website has everything students need to know about living in Waterloo - parking, rental housing support, property standards, festivals and events, recreation, and so much more. If you have a student attending university or college in Waterloo, or know someone who does, please pass along congratulations and join us in welcoming these students to the neighbourhood!
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Look at this garden grow! |
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Lakeshore North Community Garden participated in the KW Urban Harvester Grow-a-Row program this season and was able to donate fresh produce to St. John's Kitchen. Thanks to the garden team for their generosity in the community! |
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Collecting stories in Lincoln Heights |
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Have you, one of your family members, or a neighbour, lived in Lincoln Heights? Do you have little tidbits of knowledge or old photos that you are willing to share?
We have recently heard some great stories about some of the original buildings in our neighbourhood, and why certain parks or streets are named what they are!
This is a great opportunity to reach out to a neighbour to help them share their story!
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Beechwood North neighbours requested mini grant funds to purchase tennis rackets and balls for community use on their local courts. They will continue to be available until the courts close for the season. |
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City of Waterloo Museum Current Exhibit: The Many Shapes of Clay |
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This exhibit presents a selection of over 75 historic ceramic pieces from the collection that illustrate the unique blend of cultural influences and diverse array of styles from around the world. Examples of ordinary wares produced by early village potters will be showcased together with distinctive pieces created by early ceramic artists.
The exhibition runs to April 2022.
Open Monday to Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Located in Conestoga Mall by the food court and Galaxy Cinemas
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With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, demand for blood products has increased as hospitals treat more trauma patient admissions and carry out surgical procedures that were put on hold. Canadian Blood Services urges all eligible donors in Waterloo Region to help meet patients’ needs by booking and keeping their appointment to donate blood before and after Labour Day. The KW Donor Centre is open 6 days a week, located at 94 Bridgeport Rd E. Appointments are required and can be booked at blood.ca. |
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Gardening tips from the Waterloo Horticultural Society |
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Sharing the harvest is a great thing to do! Kathy shares: "As the gardens are hitting their peak many of us are looking at ways to avoid waste. When we plant our plots in the spring it is hard to imagine what the results will be, yet we always seem to have some successes. This year in my garden zucchini is very prolific. It may be enjoyed directly off the plant by grilling, grating, and adding into muffins or taking the place of noodles in lots of dishes. Tomatoes are great fresh in salads and as a garnish on your burgers or sandwiches. In addition to the usual sauces, you can preserve them as salsa or tomato butter. If you are dealing with a bumper crop of cherry tomatoes they may be cooked into a tasty sauce. There are many recipes to use green tomatoes in relishes if your crop does not ripen before frost. Produce can be also stored for your use by freezing or drying. When the harvest exceeds your household needs, please pass it on. Neighbours, friends, or organizations in our community like the Food Bank or St. John’s Kitchen will be glad to enjoy your bounty." |
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September 5 ~ International Day of Charity. This is a UN designated day which promotes charitable efforts made to alleviate poverty worldwide.(International)
- September 6 ~ Labour Day. This day celebrates the achievements of workers and advocates for their rights and privileges. (Canada)
- September 6-8 ~ Rosh Hashanah. The Jewish New Year celebrates the creation of the first man and woman, and the first day of the Jewish New Year. (Jewish)
- September 8 ~ International Literacy Day. A day to raise people’s awareness of and concern for literacy issues in the world.(International)
- September 10 ~ Ganesh Chaturthi. This Hindu festival commemorates the birthday of Lord Ganesha. (Hindu)
- September 10 ~ World Suicide Prevention Day. World Suicide Prevention Day is observed on September 10 each year to promote worldwide action to prevent suicides. Various events and activities are held during this occasion to raise awareness that suicide is a major preventable cause of premature death.(International)
- September 15-16 Yom Kippur. The Jewish Day of Atonement which comprises a 25-hour fast whereby people refrain from working, eating, and drinking.
Source: Canadian Centre for Diversity & Inclusion
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