Beechwood is a fully developed Waterloo neighborhood bordered by Fischer Hallman, Erb, and Columbia to the west of the University of Waterloo. There is good public transportation, including two LRT stops within walking distance. The best ways to get to the expressway are via King or University. Beechwood housing stock comes in a variety of ages. Although there are homes from the postwar era, development did not start in earnest in the area until the 1960s. The older east-end quarter across from UW, which dates from the later period, has some beautiful homes on large lots. Homes in the west en ..read more

Those of us that already live here know that the Kitchener Waterloo area is a beautiful, diverse place that has a long, proud and fascinating history. One of the ways in which that history can be seen is in our housing stock. When you really take the time to look, the variety of architectural styles in our area – and our housing market – is extraordinary. Brand-new modern detached homes mingle with turn of the century charmers, and cool condos coexist alongside neoclassical masterpieces. But which style is which? Here’s a look at some of our personal favorites, great examples of which can be e ..read more

The sun is shining, the clouds are puffy, and the sky is a beautiful blue. It's summer, and there's no better way to take advantage of the warm weather than by going on a picnic. Even when things are 'locked down' due to COVID-19, you can still enjoy the great outdoors! There are numerous locations throughout the Waterloo Region where you can enjoy a delightful meal al fresco. Some of them are well-known, such as Victoria Park or Rockway Gardens in Kitchener, Riverside Park in Cambridge, or Waterloo Park. These locations are well-known for their beautiful landscaping and elegant settings. But ..read more

As of April 3, 2021, the Ontario government is imposing an 'emergency brake' shutdown on the province to stem the number of COVID-19 cases, and especially hospitalizations. While not a complete lockdown, the shutdown - which will last for at least four weeks - will include the following restrictions: Indoor organized public events and social gatherings are prohibited, and outdoor gatherings are limited to a maximum of five people — except for gatherings between members of the same household or gatherings between members of one household and one other person who lives alone. Limits on in-pers ..read more

Serious esports are coming to the Waterloo Region, and local kids are getting in on the action. This is no afternoon of casual gaming though, and a new local gaming camp will be offering those who have the controller skills a chance to get into what has become a multi-billion dollar competitive arena. So, if your kids aren't interested in soccer or hockey, but do have some serious gaming skills, this may be the safe, socially distanced Spring Break activity they'll love. Explore Waterloo Region, the region's tourism and marketing corporation, announced the formation of the Waterloo Region Esp ..read more

Grilled cheese. A simple, comfort food treat that most of us love. Easy to make, easy to eat, kind of bland. Unless it's a gourmet grilled cheese sandwich of the variety served up by Fo' Cheezy Gourmet Grilled Cheese. Then it's something pretty special and certainly something to get excited about. A food truck of great renown, Fo' Cheezy Gourmet Grilled Cheese is still rolling (safely) during COVID-19 - you can check out their location schedule here - and there really is something for everyone. Even for those who avoid standard cheese in their diets (vegans rejoice) It's hard to make a sandwi ..read more

First time visitors - including potential new residents considering moving to KW - usually quickly come to realise that of all the cities and towns in the Waterloo Region, Kitchener has the strongest Germanic influence - despite being names after a well known British historical figure. And some wonder why that is. To help new residents understand - and to explain why here in Kitchener the largest Oktoberfest outside Germany has been staged for over three decades and draws visitors from all over the world, it helps to understand a bit of area history. Berlin (Canada) and Kitchener's Beginnings ..read more

As the weather (hopefully) improves, and COVID restrictions loosen a little but still advise minimal public interactions, getting outside more is an option many Waterloo Region residents are likely to be considering. Rightfully so. There are tons of great walking, hiking and running trails in our Region, but if you are a cyclist/mountain biker new to Waterloo then you will be excited to learn that the area is home to some of the best biking trails in Ontario, a part of a trail system known as the Hydrocut. The Hydrocut trail system is consistently ranked as one of the top mountain bike destin ..read more

As of April 3, 2021, the Ontario government is imposing an 'emergency brake' shutdown on the province to stem the number of COVID-19 cases, and especially hospitalizations. While not a complete lockdown, the shutdown - which will last for at least four weeks - will include the following restrictions: Indoor organized public events and social gatherings are prohibited, and outdoor gatherings are limited to a maximum of five people — except for gatherings between members of the same household or gatherings between members of one household and one other person who lives alone. Limits on in-pers ..read more

Serious esports are coming to the Waterloo Region, and local kids are getting in on the action. This is no afternoon of casual gaming though, and a new local gaming camp will be offering those who have the controller skills a chance to get into what has become a multi-billion dollar competitive arena. So, if your kids aren't interested in soccer or hockey, but do have some serious gaming skills, this may be the safe, socially distanced Spring Break activity they'll love. Explore Waterloo Region, the region's tourism and marketing corporation, announced the formation of the Waterloo Region Esp ..read more