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Working together for more housing, stronger communities in Waterloo Region

Waterloo Region – To coincide with today’s meeting of the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy’s Study on Regional Governance, as overseen by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, the Mayors of six cities and townships representing almost 80 per cent of the population of Waterloo Region, called for reforms to the current structure of local and regional government.

Woolwich, ON – Woolwich Township Officials will cut the ribbon to celebrate the Grand Opening of the newly built Maryhill Fire Station. The community is invited to join us for a Community BBQ and to tour the new facility on Monday, October 23^rd between 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., located at 17 St. Charles Street East.  The ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony begins at 6:00 p.m.

Elmira Pet Products (EPP), a local manufacturing company specializing in the production of private label dog and cat food, is passionate about protecting the lives and safety of our furry family members.  This month, EPP delivered six pet oxygen kits, along with a training program, to Woolwich Fire Services.

Woolwich, ON – Woolwich Fire Services personnel are now better equipped to handle emergencies and keep Woolwich Township safe thanks to a grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation of Canada. The Foundation recognized our critical need and awarded $22,763 to purchase a DJI M30T Enterprise Drone with loudspeaker, spotlight, and accessories.

Waterloo Region – With the recent precipitation that has been received, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich are lifting the full fire ban that came into effect June 6^th, 2023.

Waterloo Region – In an effort to reduce the increased fire risk caused by continuing dry and hot weather, a full fire ban has been issued in the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich.

Waterloo Region – With the weather expected to remain dry and hot in the coming days, the Townships of North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich will continue to monitor the dry conditions to determine if a Burn Ban is deemed necessary.

Woolwich, ON – June is Pride Month, when the 2SLGBTQ+ communities come together and celebrate the freedom to be themselves. Pride Month celebrates years of struggle for civil rights and the ongoing pursuit of equal justice under the law for marginalized groups. The Township of Woolwich’s display of the Intersex Progress Pride Flag is a demonstration of the community’s commitment to an inclusive community, and a reminder that discrimination, prejudice, and ignorance have no place in our Township.

Woolwich, ON – At the Council meeting on March 21^st, 2023, Woolwich Council directed staff to proceed with the plans to develop the property at 28 South Street with Menno Homes, now known as Beyond Housing.

National Team to conduct final training camp prior to the upcoming World Para Hockey Championship, closing with an exhibition series against Team USA

Elmira, ON – Waterloo Region is pleased to welcome back the Men’s National Para Hockey Team as part of their training program leading up to the 2023 World Para Hockey Championship.