Inventory of Ideas

KW Little Library Goes Virtual

Posted Tuesday, June 16, 2020

A good book can provide quiet solitude.  It can also bring a community together during challenging times.

The recent provincial COVID-19 emergency order resulted in the temporary closure of local libraries, book stores and thrift shops.  Book lovers were yearning for new ways to get their hands on a good book to pass the time during these unprecedented times.  The need to access books inspired the grassroots online book-share initiative, KW Online Little Library,...

The Hohner Ave Porch Party brings neighbours together while staying apart

Posted Monday, May 25, 2020

In the region of Waterloo, porch parties have long been a unique way for neighbours to come together, build a sense of community, and enjoy performances by local musicians on the porches lining a neighbourhood street.

One of these porch parties is the Hohner Ave Porch Party, known locally as HAPP.

HAPP has been an annual neighbourhood music festival since 2013, pairing musical acts with front porches in Kitchener’s Central Frederick neighbourhood. With financial support from...

Getting active at home with the LoveMyHood Home Garden Program

Posted Wednesday, May 20, 2020

While physical distancing practices remain in place, the City of Kitchener launched Active at Home to keep residents connected and active at home with free activities, events and resources.

As a part of Active at Home, we launched the Home Garden program to help residents grow pollinator plants and nutritious vegetables at home during the COVID-19 pandemic.

With the launch of this program, Kitchener residents were able to register online for the opportunity to receive...

In Your Neighbourhood: Tips, tools, and conversations on making a positive impact

Posted Thursday, January 23, 2020

Are you interested in making a positive impact in your neighbourhood?

Whether you are looking for inspiration or already have an idea of what you want to do in your neighbourhood, learn how to bring your ideas to life during one of four FREE upcoming events taking place at community centres across the city:  

Bridgeport Community Centre

Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020 from 2:30 – 4:00 p.m.

Register here.

Forest Heights Community Centre

Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2020 from 10:30 a.m. - 12:00...

Call for Community Volunteers: Join the #LoveMyHood Matching Grant Selection Committee

Posted Thursday, December 12, 2019

The New Year is around the corner, and with it comes a new grant to continue to foster neighbourhood pride and support resident-led projects across the city!

The #LoveMyHood Matching Grant, which will combine former Love My Hood Neighbourhood Matching Grant, Community Garden Grant and the Placemaking Challenge Grant, will award up to $30,000 for neighbourhood projects beginning in January 2020.  

To help support the new grant, we're looking for six passionate and diverse...