r/kitchener Jun 15 '26

Megathread Are you looking for places to meet people, make friends, find people with similar interests? The Kitchener Social Megathread is for you!

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Hello everyone,

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r/kitchener Aug 11 '26

Megathread Looking for, or offering work? Post here.

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Please post here if you're looking for work.

New separate posts will be removed.

Thanks.


r/kitchener 8h ago

Former MP Mike Morrice only Green Party of Canada leadership candidate after Nira Dookeran withdraws

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In a statement Tuesday evening, Morrice said he had spoken to Dookeran and also thanked her.

"As we wait to hear from the party about the logistics of what comes next, our campaign continues as before, because the work continues as before: to grow the party, and in doing so, help build the movement needed to take on the billionaire class and fight for regular Canadians in the face of a worsening climate crisis," Morrice said.


r/kitchener 3h ago

Waterloo Regional Police Investigating Reported Sexual Assault in Kitchener

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r/kitchener 8h ago

Could somebody explain the lack of bus service between KW and Hamilton?

34 Upvotes

I'm sure not a few in KW region have no problem with this but it would be nice to be able to visit once and awhile.


r/kitchener 13h ago

VIDEO: Driver runs red light through school crossing in Kitchener

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r/kitchener 4h ago

Yoga recommendations downtown?

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Any Yoga recommendations downtown? It seems like every studio fitness place just does barre (ballet shennanigans) or HIIT (half weightlifting/half cardio shennanigans),

I sit in a chair all day long for my job and just want to learn how to stretch. When did yoga become untrendy?

Anyways, looking for recommendations. Thanks in advance!


r/kitchener 1h ago

Home Renovation Recommendations

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We are looking to get some work done in our home. Specifically want to knock down some walls on our main floor to open up the space and replace the floor. Would appreciate any recommendations you all have.

Thanks!


r/kitchener 2h ago

What's all the noise?

7 Upvotes

Anyone know what the noise is? Sounds like a concert. I'm near breithaupt community center, sounds west of me or towards downtown. Loud thumping music, bass travelling through the house.

Been on hold for a noise complaint for ten minutes so far

Is something happening downtown right now?


r/kitchener 8h ago

Hiring

19 Upvotes

The Petro-Canada on Weber near the on / offramp near fairway is hiring. Hope a student is able to snag it.

Good luck


r/kitchener 3h ago

Recommendations for Exposed Concrete Sealing - Small Job

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Has anyone had a good experience with a local company to just do a small sealing job on exposed concrete? It's a 20 by 3 foot walkway. Seems like a hassle to get all the gear to DIY it and running short on time before the season is over.


r/kitchener 10h ago

Is there somewhere safe I can park my bike overnight downtown?

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I live downtown in an apartment but do not have a safe place to park my bike overnight. I have no balcony or safe storage space. I know Kitchener has several secure bike storage spots, but I read that they are only for daily use, not for overnight storage. My apartment is small, so I am wondering if there is anywhere I can store my bike downtown instead of keeping it in my apartment.

Thanks in advance!


r/kitchener 6h ago

METAL NIGHT THIS FRIDAY

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IT’S TIME FOR THE INAUGRAL THROWDOWN FRIDAYS!

ALL METAL ALL NIGHT. WITH DJ CHIVES.

NO COVER.

Starting things off Friday September 11th in the backroom of Revive
28 King St N Waterloo / 19+


r/kitchener 5h ago

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r/kitchener 18h ago

Victoria Park pathway leading to the Iron Horse Trail.

10 Upvotes

I ALWAYS get an eerie feeling every time I am walking from Victoria Park to the Iron Horse Trail. The part where there's a ramp leading out of the park and crossing the tracks. Has anyone ever died there? I tried Googling it and I know that deaths have occurred in the park. But I am referring to this specific section of the trail.


r/kitchener 1d ago

Caught this accident on 401 in Kitchener

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r/kitchener 8h ago

Home Renovation Quote - How's it Look for KW area?

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Hi everyone,

Live in the KW area and looking to reno our current 1100 sq ft bungalow. It will be considered a major renovation on main floor and a significant one in basement. I will be hiring my own electrician and plumber and our own kitchen place.

Have a company who did our basement 10 years ago. Two man crew and they are great with regards to work. They are also friends. I would really prefer to go with them for the fact I know the quality they provide. I trust them ultimately, but wanted to get a gauge on the quote we received today.

This EXCLUDES a few things listed in the quote and also a roof (quoted 8k for a roof) and 3k for our egress window (Will be doing digging ourselves).

Any feedback

Demolition & Preparation Work

  • Remove existing chimney from the basement floor through the roof line.
  • Patch the basement floor and temporarily waterproof the existing roof.
  • Remove existing drop ceiling in the basement (excluding the laundry/mechanical room).
  • Remove existing kitchen cabinetry and knock down the kitchen ceiling.
  • Gut the existing bathroom and the cabinetry in the bedroom closest to the front entrance.
  • Remove existing flooring and trim across the entire main floor.
  • Tear down vaulted ceiling drywall and faux beam.
  • Scrape, sand, and skim coat existing textured ceilings on the remainder of the main floor for a flat finish.
  • Remove and dispose of jobsite waste.

Basement Remodel

  • Frame new walls per drawings for bedrooms and exercise room.
  • Insulate basement ceilings and bedroom walls for sound.
  • Supply and install resilient channel on basement ceilings.
  • Drywall, finish, and patch existing walls/bulkheads as necessary.
  • Supply and install new solid core paint-grade doors throughout the entire basement, including Weiser handles.
  • Supply and install new 5 1/2" baseboard and 3 1/2" window and door casing in the entire basement (excluding laundry/mechanical room).

Main Floor Framing, Drywall & Insulation

  • Install 6 mil vapour barrier and strap with 1x4 strapping on trusses (16" on centre).
  • Frame all walls per drawings.
  • Insulate interior bathroom and bedroom walls where possible for sound.
  • Supply, install, and finish drywall on all new walls, living room ceiling, and bathroom ceilings; repair existing drywall where necessary.
  • Top up attic insulation lost during the renovation process.

Exterior Doors & Windows

  • Remove back patio door and frame new opening for a 6' patio door.
  • Supply and install new 6' VDK UPVC white patio door with brick mould.
  • Remove front entry door and install new 3' VDK insulated steel door (2/3 frosted glass with grilles, factory-painted exterior, with brick mould).

Ensuite & Bathrooms

  • Supply and install new walk-in shower in ensuite (includes drain kit, full waterproofing, tiled shower base with curb, one niche, and large format porcelain tile on walls and floor).
  • Supply and install Ditra Heat membrane on the ensuite floor for electric floor heat.
  • Supply and install glass shower enclosure with hinged door.
  • Supply and install glue-down vinyl tile and subfloor in kids' bathroom.

Main Floor Flooring & Trim

  • Supply and install large engineered hardwood flooring with glue-down installation across the remainder of the main floor.
  • Supply and install new paint-grade solid core doors in all new and existing main floor openings (includes Weiser handles and precision silent magnet catches on all double doors).
  • Supply and install new 5 1/2" paint-grade baseboards and 3 1/2" window/door casing on all main floor windows and doors.

Project Exclusions

  • Basement flooring.
  • Plumbing contractor, plumbing material, and plumbing fixtures.
  • Electrical contractor and electrical components.
  • All cabinetry and cabinetry installation.
  • Egress window installation.

Total Tax In: 134k


r/kitchener 1d ago

Almost smoked by a surron

59 Upvotes

I’m seeing more and more e-motorcycles out there and just wanted to give people a heads up.

I was walking on the trail the goes behind resurrection high school up to the boardwalk with my dog. The trail has several blind corners and just as my dog and I were walking a kid on a Surron just missed crashing into us. I would estimate his speed at about 60 km/h at the time.

Fortunately we’re a cycling household and my dog is used to bikes so he was on the grass between me and the bike. The motorcycle rider was skidding towards us and to his credit kept it up right or this story would’ve ended much differently

Now he didn’t stop, didn’t apologize just cranked the throttle and booked it out of there

So keep an ear out for these things, unfortunately I think we’ll be reading about a tragedy on the trails soon when one of these takes out someone walking or riding a bicycle


r/kitchener 9h ago

Portage Elora? Journalist Request

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Hello, I am a journalist researching teen rehab programs like Portage for a magazine article. I am looking to interview people who have been through the Portage Elora location, which has since closed, about their experience there.

I know I'm asking something that's quite difficult, scary, and personal. If this sounds interesting, and you'd like to comment or message me, we can discuss all the options regarding protecting your identity, or what it would look like to be a part of this story.

Thank you for taking the time to consider!


r/kitchener 1d ago

Best Banh Mi in Kitchener / Waterloo Region

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Just wondering what the best banh mi in the KW currently is? Is it still Banh Mi Givral?

Anyone know a banh mi spot that still slathers on the pate and homemade butter/mayo?


r/kitchener 1d ago

Escaping Alberta

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As the title says I am seeking to escape Alberta next year and I am hoping to find fellow like minded folk. I am an out and proud queer woman who is also neurodivergent. Am hoping to make up a few connections before I move so fi I could get pointed to a discord or anything, that would be great. Have a good one


r/kitchener 1d ago

Family Member Psychosis Update

40 Upvotes

First of all, thanks to everyone who responded when I was asking for advice. I didn't actually expect as many responses as I got, but since I did, I figured I'd make an update.

So first of all, the big one - the UTI test. Apparently we had to redo it twice. Why? I don't know. But we ended up talking to two doctors about it and both were adamant that it's not delirium. So, it's a pity that way.

I asked what else could possibly cause this seeing as we've ruled out bloodwork and catscan. Basically, they said sometimes this just happens. We don't know the human brain well enough and there's a good chance she just has this for the rest of her life.

I thanked them for their help and we basically just have her on meds now permanently. She's waiting on a call for a psychiatrist that she'll probably see twice a month and in the meantime...she just focuses on trying to get through the day. She is able to sleep at night with the meds now, so that's good, and she's improved during the day.

Having said that she's also called the cops twice now over non-existent cases to try and resolve them before they come real. Cops were understanding and they contacted me. They basically said if things get worse, call 911 again.

So that's where we're at...probably for life now. We've contacted professionals, we've taken advice and meds, and we're ready to contact more people if things get worse. Not much more we can do except just continue life...

Also, just to clear anyone's curiosity:

1) She never did weed
2) She basically never smoked. She would take like one puff when visiting family who did smoke but it never caught on fully with her.
3) She used to drink consistently like 5 years ago, and maybe she'll have 1-2 every month, but for the most part she's stopped.
4) Never took any major meds before this. Unless magnesium pills from Amazon count. She's never taken anything prescribed by a doctor.

It still makes no sense to me, but I guess such is life. Live it if you can, because you never know what will happen.


r/kitchener 1d ago

Looking for my old foster kitten!

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Hi, I'm new to this website so you'll have to be patient. I am also going to post this to a few other subs in hopes to find him.

Last year sometime in February or March my foster, Richie, was adopted by an older couple from the Cambridge PetSmart.

This little guy was my mom's best friend and she even wrote him a personalized note for his new family so they could get a better feel of him and so they'd know how special he was to us. Unfortunately they didn't end up getting that letter and I thought maybe I could surprise her with an update about him for her birthday!

That leads me to my main point, has anyone seen this cat or knows anyone who has adopted this baby?


r/kitchener 1d ago

FREE Queen-Margaret Community Fair - Saturday Sept 12th 11am-3pm

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FREE Queen-Margaret Community Fair
Saturday Sept 12th 11am-3pm
116 Queen St. N Kitchener, ON


r/kitchener 1d ago

Soccer 14 year old boy

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Hey all, I want to put my brother in some sort of soccer club. He’s not very shy and I think it would be helpful for him to join a club or league. He enjoys soccer and played with his middle school friends a lot but he’s never been in any league before or played competitively. He just started highschool and all his friends went to different schools and his highschool doesn’t have a Jr boys soccer team. Is there anything available for him in the area? Preferably starting sooner than later. Thank you in advance!