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In 2017, the City of Kitchener launched a new initiative with a big goal: to create a space where it could test ideas and use technology to improve public services. That space became the Digital Kitchener Innovation Lab- a place where creative thinking and tech came together to solve local problems.

The City of Kitchener recently transformed its parking enterprise by replacing aging transponder-based systems with a fully digital system, using artificial intelligence-based computer vision to recognize license plates across all garages and surface lots.

During the holiday season, we hold our loved ones close to our hearts – especially those we have lost. To help honour loved ones who have passed, Williamsburg Cemetery is hosting their annual Tree of Remembrance gathering this December.  

The City of Kitchener is excited to announce the launch of the new Kitchener.ca, marking a major milestone in the City’s commitment to digital transformation and service delivery. 

Kitchener, Ontario – With snow on the ground and plows on the street, we have officially welcomed winter in Kitchener. With the snow comes the winter season’s responsibilities – both for the City of Kitchener and for residents.  

Kitchener, ON – This winter, the streets of downtown Kitchener will transform into an open-air art gallery. Launched Monday afternoon, the City of Kitchener’s new Canvas in the Sky initiative will showcase the work of local artists on a series of banners that will be installed on light poles throughout the downtown core.  

Downtown Kitchener is set to sparkle with holiday magic as the Christkindl Market makes its highly anticipated return this week. This beloved European-style holiday market brings festive sights and sounds to our community each year along with holiday shopping, live entertainment and free activities for all ages. 

To accompany the draft release of Kitchener’s new official plan, Kitchener 2051, the City of Kitchener is holding the third session of its speaker series to discuss the plan’s key themes, and there’s still time to register for free. 

Kitchener, Ontario - A snow event was declared on Thursday, November 27 based on credible weather forecast information. This snow event has now been extended until 3:00 p.m. on Monday, December 1. This helps ensure our plows and snow clearing equipment are able to effectively and efficiently clear snow from roadways across the city.