In Celebration of Black Women in Our Community

715 Fisher-Hallman Road, suite 401 715 Fisher-Hallman Road, suite 401, Kitchener, Ontario

Join the Congress of Black Women - Waterloo Region Chapter to celebrate International Women's Day (IWD) - a global celebration of women's achievements and a call for continued progress in gender equality. It is a time to honor the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women and highlight the ongoing work towards their full...

March Break Camp – Kinbridge

200 Christoper Dr.

If you have a child between the age of 4-12 register them for fun and STEM focused camp with KinBridge. The dates: March 10-15, 2025 Register by signing up/logging into campbrain & see the link for payment details: Link https://linktr.ee/kinbridgecommunity  

Healing Together: Mental Health in a Diverse World

The Community Centre Room, Woolwich Memorial Centre, 24 Snyder Ave. S., Elmira 24 Snyder Ave. S., Elmira

Join Hearts Open For Everyone (H.O.P.E) to learn about mental health in a diverse world! Everyone is welcomed. In this workshop, a diverse panel of experts will explore how racism and discrimination impact mental health, offering insights and strategies for healing, resilience and inclusion. Speakers: Abiha Syed, Anita Gambos Hill, Hope Engel, Nicole Brown Faulknor...

free

Politics 101: How To Get Involved Beyond Voting

Virtual:Zoom

Join Association Black Conservative in collaboration with Operation Black Vote in this virtual event to learn more about politics and how to maintain an active civic participation. This is a virtual meeting! Register here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/jPa5JVTiRkWe_nTYGqI5HQ#/registration

Nowruz with KW Multicultural Centre and KPL

Central Library: KPL 85 Queen St. N., Kitchener 85 Queen St., N Kitchener

Join KW Multicultural Centre and the Kitchener Public Library for this informal drop-in program to celebrate Nowruz! Sometimes referred to as the Persian or Iranian New Year. Nowruz is celebrated internationally by many different cultures. Come to the lounge to see the haft sin tables, look at traditional Kurdish and Persian clothing, and see performances by artists....

Workshop: Understanding Racial Trauma: Building Stronger Support for Black Communities

Online

Join Kind Minds Family Wellness in this workshop titled Understanding Racial Trauma: Building Stronger Support for Black Communities led by Afrocentric counsellor, Charmaine Lane, who will help you gain valuable tools to enhance your work and build more equitable, trust-centred relationships with Black individuals and communities. Who is This Workshop For? Social workers, therapists, and...

$30

Politics in Canada: Why do we need more Women to lead

Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo Campus 75 University Avenue West Waterloo, ON N2L 3C5

Join Wilfrid Laurier University Waterloo Campus for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of women in leadership roles in Canadian politics. Presenter: Kate Graham Panel Include: Natasha Salonen Elected the first female Mayor of Wilmot in 2022, making her the youngest female mayor in Ontario history. Meena Waseem Civic engagement advocate and Waterloo District School Board...

Rising Together: Strengthening Families & Communities Against Hate

Camino, 645 Westmount Rd. East Lower Level (community room) 645 Westmount Rd. East, Kitchener

Join the Coalition of Muslim Women for a community conversation where families come together to share, learn and explore ways to stand against hate and create  safer, more inclusive spaces for everyone. "Bring your family, your voices, and your hope for change, all because building a future free from hate starts with us." Register with...

Be Election-Ready for the Upcoming Federal Election!

Online

Elections are a powerful opportunity to drive change and shape our collective future. But many individuals and communities still face barriers to participation. With the federal election just a few weeks away, now is the time to equip everyone with the knowledge they need to vote and make their voices count. Join the Democratic Engagement Exchange in non-partisan...

The Role of Black & Indigenous Pedagogies in Shaping Global Classrooms

Online

The Black Research Network (BRN) is a Research Conversation Series connecting University of Toronto researchers for insightful and meaningful conversations about Black-led research and leadership. Topic: The Role of Black and Indigenous Pedagogies in Shaping Global Classrooms How do Black and Indigenous pedagogical approaches challenge dominant educational frameworks? What does it look like to center...

Youth’s Black Excellence Event – Kind Minds Family Wellness

675 Queen St. S Kitchener 675 Queen St. S, Kitchener

If you are a youth, don't miss this opportunity to make friends and learn about black excellence! Join Kind Minds Family Wellness Youth's Black Excellence Event What to Expect: Learn More about black excellence and history Trivia and Q&A Meet and make new friends Lunch will be provided Bus passes will be provided Volunteer hours...

Faithful Election Conversations – Martin Luther University College and CPJ

Mount Zion Lutheran Church 29 Westmount Road, South, Waterloo, Waterloo

Do you want to hear from experts and local candidates about key issues of interests to Canada's Faith Communities, such as Climate Change, Poverty, Immigration, Refugee and Migrant Rights? Join Martin Luther University College and Citizens for Public Justic on April 8th at Mount Zion Lutheran Church for Faithful Election Conversations, an event focused on areas of...

 

Important Dates to Remember

Provincial Elections:

  •     Provincial Election Day: June 2nd 2022
  •     First date to submit nominations: Nominations can be submitted anytime
  •     Last Day to submit nomination by email and such: May 3rd 2022
  •     Last day to submit nomination to local Returning Officer: May 12 2022

Municipal Elections:

  •     1st date to submit candidacy:  May 2nd 2022
  •     Last date to submit candidacy: August 19th 2022, 2pm (also last day to withdraw a candidacy)
  •     Candidates are certified: August 22nd
  •     Municipal Elections: Oct 24th 2022, 10am -8pm (subject to local rules)