Support Local near you
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Discover Local
Looking to shop, dine, explore or support a local business? Kitchener and Waterloo Region are home to thousands of businesses, makers, restaurants, service providers and community experiences waiting to be discovered.
Whether you're searching for your next favourite restaurant, a local retailer, a unique gift, or a local service provider, there are countless ways to support businesses close to home.
Small choices can make a big impact. Start exploring local today.
Browse businesses, attractions and organizations through our community partners and local business directories.
Downtown Kitchener BIA
Explore downtown restaurants, shops, services, events and local experiences in the heart of Kitchener.
What you'll find:
- Restaurants and cafés
- Retail shops
- Events and festivals
- Arts and culture
- Professional services
Explore Waterloo Region
Discover local attractions, dining destinations, events, experiences and hidden gems throughout Waterloo Region.
What you'll find:
- Local attractions
- Culinary experiences
- Festivals and events
- Accommodation options
- Regional tourism experiences
Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce
Connect with local businesses and organizations that help drive our local economy.
What you'll find:
- Business directories
- Local service providers
- Professional organizations
- Community business networks
Waterloo Region Small Business Centre
Learn about local entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses across the community.
What you'll find:
- Emerging businesses
- Local entrepreneurs
- Startup resources
- Business development programs
Waterloo EDC
Explore companies and industries that contribute to Waterloo Region's innovation and economic growth.
What you'll find:
- Manufacturing companies
- Technology businesses
- Exporters
- Industry leaders
Every neighbourhood has its own unique businesses, stories and experiences. Whether you're visiting a main street, exploring a local market or trying a new restaurant, your support helps strengthen the businesses that make Kitchener a vibrant place to live, work and play.
Support Local. Build Kitchener.
Land acknowledgement
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.