We’re working to improve water quality and reduce flood risks. This work means adding stormwater measures throughout the city. These projects help us prepare for the more intense storms expected from climate change.

On this page:

  1. Schneider Creek at Manitou
  2. Borden Creek and Voisin Creek
  3. North Strasburg Creek
  4. How projects are selected

Schneider Creek at Manitou Drive

We are changing part of Schneider Creek to improve water quality and protect underground infrastructure. Near the Manitou Greenway, there has been significant erosion in Schneider Creek. We are repairing the creek bed to help prevent more erosion in the future.

Construction is expected to begin in 2025.

To learn more about this project, contact the project manager at SchneiderCreekManitou@kitchener.ca or 519-741-2345.

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Voisin Creek and Borden Creek

We are changing parts of Voisin Creek and Borden Creek to improve water quality and restore their natural flow. Naturalizing sections of these creeks will help reduce erosion and protect infrastructure near these creeks.

We began engaging with the community on design concepts in spring 2024. Once a final design is confirmed, it will be shared online. We will reach out to community members again as we get closer to construction.

Construction is expected to begin in 2028/29.

Learn more about this project on Engage Kitchener.


North Strasburg Creek

We are changing part of North Strasburg Creek to help restore its natural flow and improve water quality. By removing the concrete lining and replacing it with natural materials, we will restore habitat for fish, amphibians and birds. Naturalizing this section of the creek will also help reduce erosion and protect infrastructure near the creek.

We began engaging with the community on design concepts in spring 2024. Once a final design is confirmed, it will be shared online. We will reach out to community members again as we get closer to construction.

Construction is expected to begin in 2025.

Learn more about this project on Engage Kitchener.


How projects are selected

These projects were identified through or informed by Kitchener's 2016 stormwater master plan. Learn more about the plan by visiting: Stormwater master plan - City of Kitchener.