This month, the City of Kitchener joins individuals and organizations across the globe to celebrate Earth Day. Taking place on April 22, Earth Day 2026 explores the theme “our power, our planet” and how the daily actions of communities, educators, workers, and families move environmental progress forward.
TAKE NOTICE THAT the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Kitchener will meet in Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, on TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026, commencing at 10:00 a.m.
TAKE NOTICE THAT the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Kitchener will meet in Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, Kitchener City Hall, 200 King Street West, on TUESDAY, APRIL 21, 2026, commencing at 10:00 a.m.
Chandler Mowat Community Centre will be closed at 6:30 p.m. today, Wednesday, April 1, 2026. The community centre will reopen tomorrow during regular hours.
For the second year in a row, Kitchener has been recognized as a Tree City of the World by the Arbor Day Foundation and United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. Awarded to 283 cities across 24 countries, this designation acknowledges the City of Kitchener's efforts in tree care, policy development, community engagement and maintaining a healthy urban canopy.
This morning, the Province of Ontario announced an additional $300 million investment in the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF), as part of the 2026 Ontario Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario.
Kitchener's beloved Christkindl Market is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026, marking three decades as one of the community’s most cherished and well‑attended annual events. Known for its festive atmosphere, artisan marketplace, live entertainment, traditional food, and cultural programming, Christkindl Market continues to be a highlight of the holiday season in Kitchener.
It's April Pools Month, but water safety is no joke. Drowning is fast and silent; however, every drowning death is preventable with proper water safety knowledge and common sense. Knowing the risks and understanding water safety can help ensure that everyone has fun and stays safe in and around water.
The City of Kitchener is proud to announce that Mayor Berry Vrbanovic has been appointed as the Chair of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ (FCM) Green Municipal Fund (GMF) Council. The two-year appointment, effective April 1, 2026, positions Kitchener at the forefront of national conversations regarding sustainable infrastructure and climate innovation.
The Green Municipal Fund is a $2.4-billion investment funded by the Government of Canada and delivered by FCM. It serves as a critical engine for municipal sustainability, supporting innovative projects that deliver environmental, economic, and social benefits to communities across the country.
Easter is this weekend and there are lots of activities to enjoy across the city. Some City of Kitchener facilities and programs may be impacted by the holiday, so be sure to check the facility hours as you plan your weekend.
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Kitchener, Ontario
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Telephone: 519-741-2345
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Email: info@kitchener.ca
The City of Kitchener is situated on the traditional territory of the Chonnonton, Anishinaabeg, and Haudenosaunee Peoples. We recognize our responsibility to act as stewards for the land and honour the original caretakers who came before us. Our community is enriched by the enduring knowledge and deep-rooted traditions of the diverse First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples who live in Kitchener today.
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