Roots of Courage: Black Pioneers who Shaped our Community

Gale Presbyterian Church 10 Barnswallow Drive, Elmira, Ontario, Canada

Join Hearts Open for Everyone (H.O.P.E) in their workshop "Roots of Courage: Black Pioneers who Shaped out Community," as they present Tracy Lee, who will lead an immersive storytelling and...

Community in Motion: In the Rurals

North Dumfries Community Complex 2958 Greenfield rd,, Ayr, Ontario, Canada

Join Engage Rural for an evening of movement, connection and care - exploring what it means to be seen, valued and to belong. This a great initiative where engagements are...

Scholarship Applications Are Open Now!!

Are you a Black or Afro-Caribbean youth pursuing college, university or skilled trades? The Congress of Black Women - Waterloo Chapter is now accepting 2025 scholarship applications. Don't miss the...

Multi-Employer Job Fair

65 Hanson Ave, Kitchener, ON

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join the Muslim Social Services Waterloo Region for their Multi-Employer Job Fair in partnership with the Region of Waterloo....

Annual Community BBQ – SCAWR

Waterloo Park 50 Young St W, Waterloo, Ontario

Join the Somali Canadian Association of Waterloo Region for their Annual Community BBQ on Saturday, July 5th from 12 to 8 PM. This event hopes to raise awareness on the...

Black Men’s Community & Conversation Circle

2 King Street West, Suite 100, Kitchener 2 King Street West, Suite 100, Kitchener, Ontario

Are you a Black-identifying man looking to connect with those in your community? Join Kind Minds Family Wellness Black Men's Community and Conversation Circle or Isibaya (Men's Circle in Zulu),...

Afro Festival 2025

Waterloo Park (Westmount Entrance)

Join the African Women's Alliance on July 19th 2025 at Waterloo Park (Westmount entrance) for an unforgettable celebration of African culture, music, art, and community. Expect vibrant performances, unique handmade...

Emancipation Day – Voices of Freedom

Soper Park 120 Shade St., Cambridge, Ontario

Mark your calendar for Emancipation Day 2025. Join Rhythm and Blues Cambridge on July 26, 2025 from 1-7 PM. This is more than an event - it is a powerful...

CARIBANA IGNITE KITCHENER CARNIVAL

Save the date for Caribana Ignite Kitchener Carnival Family Glow Party - Friday, August 22, 2025 : 6PM Grand Parade - Saturday, August 23, 2025 : 11AM https://www.caribanaignite.com/ Details to...

 

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)