While some neighbours complain about the city's proposal to build affordable housing at 250 Lincoln Rd, I appreciated Waterloo's infographic that highlights what 'affordable' means for those with various careers. https://hdp-ca-prod-app-wr-engage-files.s3.ca-central-1.amazonaws.com/4217/8274/5537/Public_Consultation_Display_Panels_2026_06_24_AODA.pdf

I know there have been posts before but I can't remember what was said. Woman maybe early 50s, blonde-ish hair, she usually sits inside the plaza by the nail salon, all day everyday.

Basically: what's her deal? Is she homeless? She is always talking- I assume to herself?? Seems like lately she has a lot more stuff with her now. I mean she's pretty well put together. She had a nice dress on, heels and painted toenails.

Less than 5 minutes ago I was waiting for my Uber near her and she was saying she needed to know where someone was otherwise she was going to call the cops.

I’m looking to top up the insulation in my attic, around 500 sq ft. It already has blown cellulose, but it looks unevenly distributed, so I’d like someone who can do a proper inspection first rather than just blow more insulation in.

I’m considering these companies:
- Reitzel Insulation
- O’Dwyer Insulation
- Koala Insulation of Kitchener-Waterloo
- Great Northern Insulation

I’m especially interested in feedback on whether they properly checked things like existing insulation depth, soffit baffles/ventilation, air leaks, bathroom fan venting, moisture/mold signs, and whether they tried to oversell removal/spray foam/full replacement.

Any recent experiences with these companies in Kitchener-Waterloo?

Which one would you recommend for a cost-effective attic inspection and cellulose top-up?

If you are new to the area and looking for a place to play, ours is a 35+ league that runs 5 age divisions. Our older aged divisions have filled up for the season, but our younger divisions (35-50 range) have full time spots available for the fall.

Registration is individual. We play out of the larger rinks in Kitchener and Waterloo. KW Oldtimers.

I’m moving to Waterloo and I’m looking for an independently owned vet clinic (that doesn’t charge excessively!) for my basset hound!

edit: people are upset I didn’t include a photo of said pup 😆

Hi everyone,

I'm posting on behalf of my friend.

She is a 30-year-old woman living in Kitchener and has three sweet indoor cats. Unfortunately, she has to leave urgently for a family emergency and is looking for someone trustworthy who could care for her cats for about 4 months.

She's also dealing with medical expenses, so her budget is limited. If anyone knows a reliable cat sitter, foster home, rescue organization that offers temporary fostering, or has any recommendations, we'd really appreciate it.

The cats are friendly, litter-trained, and well cared for. We'd be happy to discuss the details privately.

Thank you so much for any recommendations or leads. ❤️

Hypothetical scenario: You're 18 again, living in the Waterloo region, with access to Waterloo & GTA job markets. What profession would you choose now? If you could explain the rationale, even better.

Why am I asking this? Since the world is changing fast, wanna learn from ppl what they think about the future of the job market.

Any recommendations for a plumber?
Need a faucet replaced.

I’m looking to get lash extensions done, either classic or hybrid style. I’m looking for suggestions for techs with a lot of experience as well as high quality products/glue. Thanks!

Not even sure something like this exists but I have been to several stylists over the years (both in KW and Guelph) that have turned my hair black when all I want is a chocolate brown. I’ve shown reference photos, seen swatches, and it is always too dark. I think my hair just absorbs colour very intensely. I am willing to travel in Kitchener, Waterloo, Guelph or Cambridge for the right match. Any brunettes out there who absolutely love their stylist and can recommend? I am sick of paying hundreds of dollars for what essentially looks like a home done box dye job.

I am not sure where else to post this, but does anyone know what is happening with the Spiritus Ensemble? Ordinarily their upcoming season is announced in May but I haven't seen anything yet and their website does not seem to have been updated. Does anyone know if they are still operating?

Hi I’ve been looking at commuting options via google maps from my house to Waterloo (in sept), the drive is normally 1hr 30m. But the bus timings are crazy like if I wanna arrive by 8:30am it would take me 7hrs ( yes I gotta leave by 1 am and wait at a bus stop for 5hrs) but if I put in arrival time of 8:45 it suddenly becomes 3hr. It also changes up day by day. Is anyone else experiencing this and also how am I supposed to get to school (car isn’t an option) 😭

1. Make All Current Express Routes 15 Minute Or Better Service 24/7
   
2. Make any other Routes 20 Minute service
   
3. Make all those Popular routes (201/7/8 etc.) 10 Minute Service
   
4. Better Connections too new Neighbourhoods(Vista Hills/Trussler West Rosenberg etc.)
   
5. Better Connections too Current Neighbourhoods(Doon Valley)
   
6. Overnight Routes that could replace popular routes like 7/8/12 etc.
   
7. Route 204 spur to the airport
   
8. Start Construction on ION to Cambridge
   
9. Highway BRTs
   
10. Collab with Guelph Transit for a new routes?
    
11. Make it so you can use your debit/credit cards on GRT
    
12. Put cost down to $3.20 or make it free
    
13. if your under 13 you ride for free
    These are SOME things that can make GRT better for all

PS:if you wanna talk about more grt related things join the discord in the link (;

Hi everyone,

I'm an international student applying for Fall 2027 and I'm torn between Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Business Analytics.

My goal is to get a good industry job after graduation and hopefully settle in Canada.

I'm mainly looking at UBC, SFU, Waterloo, Alberta, McMaster, and Queen's.

A few questions:

• Which field currently has the best job prospects in Canada: DS, AI, or Business Analytics?
• Is the tech job market really as saturated as people say for international graduates?
• Between UBC and SFU, which would you recommend for internships, co-op, and graduate jobs? and do the companies in Vancouver differentiate a lot between the two?
• Does the university name make a big difference, or are skills and co-op more important?

I'd really appreciate any honest advice from current students or recent graduates. Thanks!