Active Elders
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Committed to the health, fitness, and wellbeing of older adults in Kitchener/Waterloo
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February Committee Meetings get underway next Tuesday. Here are a few highlights that will have an impact here in Kitchener and across the Region!
💧 Responding to the water capacity constraint
ℹ️ An update on substance use programs and partnerships
♻️ Getting ready for waste collection changes
💧 Responding to the water capacity constraint
ℹ️ An update on substance use programs and partnerships
♻️ Getting ready for waste collection changes
February 5, 2026 at 4:56 PM
February Committee Meetings get underway next Tuesday. Here are a few highlights that will have an impact here in Kitchener and across the Region!
💧 Responding to the water capacity constraint
ℹ️ An update on substance use programs and partnerships
♻️ Getting ready for waste collection changes
💧 Responding to the water capacity constraint
ℹ️ An update on substance use programs and partnerships
♻️ Getting ready for waste collection changes
If we have a regional government the chair must be elected. However, I'm a proponent of the elimination of regional government and the merger of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge. ROW is often more of a road block that an asset.
I can't argue with Councillor Craig on this one. "I want an elected chair who is accountable to the people of the Region of Waterloo, not an appointed chair who is accountable to Queen’s Park. That’s the major difference.” #WRcouncil
Councillor takes action to prevent changes to Regional Chair process
A Regional Councillor is tabling a motion to try to prevent the province from making Regional Chair an appointed position.
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February 6, 2026 at 2:40 PM
If we have a regional government the chair must be elected. However, I'm a proponent of the elimination of regional government and the merger of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge. ROW is often more of a road block that an asset.
After 18 months of monthly meetings, and lots of work in between, tonight is the final meeting of the Kitchener 2051 working group. C of K planners are the most knowledgeable, professional group I have ever worked with.
www.engagewr.ca/kitchener2051
www.engagewr.ca/kitchener2051
Kitchener 2051
Help write Kitchener's new Official Plan. Share your voice. Shape our city.
www.engagewr.ca
February 5, 2026 at 1:07 PM
After 18 months of monthly meetings, and lots of work in between, tonight is the final meeting of the Kitchener 2051 working group. C of K planners are the most knowledgeable, professional group I have ever worked with.
www.engagewr.ca/kitchener2051
www.engagewr.ca/kitchener2051
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Discouraging to see the vote so close on this...but as Scott mentions, even if this passed at Cambridge Council, it simply wasn't going to get anywhere passed that - nor should it. Either these councillors (and the mayor!) don't understand that or they're just pandering to residents. Both seem bad.
Ridiculous lede in this Record article:
"Cambridge residents will not be getting their Ion money back — at least for now..."
As if the motion passing would have meant getting money back. I mean, come on!!! 🙄
www.therecord.com/news/waterlo...
"Cambridge residents will not be getting their Ion money back — at least for now..."
As if the motion passing would have meant getting money back. I mean, come on!!! 🙄
www.therecord.com/news/waterlo...
Cambridge council rejects call to seek Ion refund
The motion calling for reimbursement from the Region of Waterloo was defeated by a 5-4 vote Tuesday night.
www.therecord.com
February 5, 2026 at 2:25 AM
Discouraging to see the vote so close on this...but as Scott mentions, even if this passed at Cambridge Council, it simply wasn't going to get anywhere passed that - nor should it. Either these councillors (and the mayor!) don't understand that or they're just pandering to residents. Both seem bad.
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"People can be happy in single family homes, duplexes, townhomes, or high-density apartment buildings. And they can be unhappy in these places. What does matter for wellbeing is whether people have access to local shops, services, jobs, and other destinations." #HappyCities
Does density hurt happiness? — Happy Cities
Our new study says no.
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February 3, 2026 at 12:30 PM
"People can be happy in single family homes, duplexes, townhomes, or high-density apartment buildings. And they can be unhappy in these places. What does matter for wellbeing is whether people have access to local shops, services, jobs, and other destinations." #HappyCities
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Goodbye and goodnight 💤🌙😴
February 1, 2026 at 12:41 AM
Goodbye and goodnight 💤🌙😴
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We've had enough of Danielle Smith's word salad. It's time for the Premier to clearly and unequivocally denounce separatism.
Albertans want to know EXACTLY where she stands.
youtube.com/shorts/l4uu1...
Albertans want to know EXACTLY where she stands.
youtube.com/shorts/l4uu1...
"It's like saying I want to be a single man within the confines of my marriage."
YouTube video by Naheed Nenshi
youtube.com
January 29, 2026 at 11:43 PM
We've had enough of Danielle Smith's word salad. It's time for the Premier to clearly and unequivocally denounce separatism.
Albertans want to know EXACTLY where she stands.
youtube.com/shorts/l4uu1...
Albertans want to know EXACTLY where she stands.
youtube.com/shorts/l4uu1...
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If it has been more than 48 hours since a snow event and you notice a stop, shelter or station that hasn’t been cleared yet, you can:
📞 Call 519-585-7555
📝 Fill out the feedback form - link below!
…or send me a message!
📞 Call 519-585-7555
📝 Fill out the feedback form - link below!
…or send me a message!
January 23, 2026 at 3:39 PM
If it has been more than 48 hours since a snow event and you notice a stop, shelter or station that hasn’t been cleared yet, you can:
📞 Call 519-585-7555
📝 Fill out the feedback form - link below!
…or send me a message!
📞 Call 519-585-7555
📝 Fill out the feedback form - link below!
…or send me a message!
Municipalities and the province could free up a significant amount of single home inventory by offering incentives for older adults to downsize, relocate, or move into seniors communities. It is cost prohibitive for "boomers" to move out of their family homes.
January 23, 2026 at 1:43 PM
Municipalities and the province could free up a significant amount of single home inventory by offering incentives for older adults to downsize, relocate, or move into seniors communities. It is cost prohibitive for "boomers" to move out of their family homes.
Add to that the millions of Canadians that spend half of their lives on TicToc - a Chinese company - where they willingly hand over details of their personal lives! Some may have legitimate concerns. To them I say, don't buy a Chinese EV!
January 21, 2026 at 1:30 PM
Add to that the millions of Canadians that spend half of their lives on TicToc - a Chinese company - where they willingly hand over details of their personal lives! Some may have legitimate concerns. To them I say, don't buy a Chinese EV!
Many older adults are more physically active than ever utilizing a variety of programs. Stretching is an important aspect of all exercise, but even though we spend long periods of time stretching in programs, we probably don't stretch at all before shoveling a ton of snow. Think about that!
January 20, 2026 at 1:24 PM
Many older adults are more physically active than ever utilizing a variety of programs. Stretching is an important aspect of all exercise, but even though we spend long periods of time stretching in programs, we probably don't stretch at all before shoveling a ton of snow. Think about that!
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Ion: An Ontario LRT that somehow works
With proper signal priority, reliable service, and a flexible route, Waterloo Region's LRT is a good example of a successful transit service and planning tool. Though it has a few issues - including some slow sections and a restrictive operating contract -…
With proper signal priority, reliable service, and a flexible route, Waterloo Region's LRT is a good example of a successful transit service and planning tool. Though it has a few issues - including some slow sections and a restrictive operating contract -…
Ion: An Ontario LRT that somehow works
With proper signal priority, reliable service, and a flexible route, Waterloo Region's LRT is a good example of a successful transit service and planning tool. Though it has a few issues - including some slow sections and a restrictive operating contract - Ion works well.
seanmarshall.ca
January 19, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Ion: An Ontario LRT that somehow works
With proper signal priority, reliable service, and a flexible route, Waterloo Region's LRT is a good example of a successful transit service and planning tool. Though it has a few issues - including some slow sections and a restrictive operating contract -…
With proper signal priority, reliable service, and a flexible route, Waterloo Region's LRT is a good example of a successful transit service and planning tool. Though it has a few issues - including some slow sections and a restrictive operating contract -…
If you have a stormwater drain in front of your house take a minute to clear it when you are shoveling your driveway if you are able. Yes, it is the city's responsibility but here's the problem. Crews clear drain - plow goes by and covers drain. It only takes a minute to keep it clear.
January 18, 2026 at 2:17 PM
If you have a stormwater drain in front of your house take a minute to clear it when you are shoveling your driveway if you are able. Yes, it is the city's responsibility but here's the problem. Crews clear drain - plow goes by and covers drain. It only takes a minute to keep it clear.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney ..." we deal with the world as it exists not as we would like it to be". .."China is more predictable than the US".
January 16, 2026 at 8:36 PM
Prime Minister Mark Carney ..." we deal with the world as it exists not as we would like it to be". .."China is more predictable than the US".
In the early 90s we lobbied hard for a pipeline from lake Huron, instead of the Grand River. It would have provided a virtually unlimited source of drinking water. This seems to be an infrastructure and treatment capacity issue rather than a supply issue. Either way the fix will be costly!
Alright, we've got a water capacity issue in #WatReg and #WRcouncil heard from many delegates on January 13th about this issue. You can watch the meeting here and/or follow along on this (potentially very long!) thread. www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZbM...
Sustainability, Infrastructure, and Development Committee - January 13, 2026
YouTube video by Region of Waterloo Council
www.youtube.com
January 16, 2026 at 3:55 PM
In the early 90s we lobbied hard for a pipeline from lake Huron, instead of the Grand River. It would have provided a virtually unlimited source of drinking water. This seems to be an infrastructure and treatment capacity issue rather than a supply issue. Either way the fix will be costly!
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January 16, 2026 at 3:01 PM
1933 is no longer history; Americans are living it www.cbc.ca/news/world/m...
Trump again threatens to invoke Insurrection Act, as tensions with Minnesota officials ramp up after shooting | CBC News
U.S. President Donald Trump on Thursday threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act allowing him to deploy troops as protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) persist in Minneapolis.
www.cbc.ca
January 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
1933 is no longer history; Americans are living it www.cbc.ca/news/world/m...
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AEW production team, you're presentation tonight is already fantastic🙌 #AEWDynamite 🤼♂️
January 15, 2026 at 1:14 AM
AEW production team, you're presentation tonight is already fantastic🙌 #AEWDynamite 🤼♂️
Windrows have always been an issue and it's time for KW to take responsibility and keep them clear. If you're lucky enough to live on a corner where sidewalk plows travel they will usually clear the windrow as well. What about the rest of us?
"Snowplows deposit dense snow at corners — where curb ramps are located. Many residents, particularly elderly homeowners or those with disabilities, simply cannot remove it. The people who most need accessible crossings are the ones most affected when those crossings are blocked." buff.ly/zpY2XxJ
Opinion | Shoveling sidewalks should be a priority for Minneapolis
If the city wants people to use public transit and age in place, they have to be able to safely get around after it snows, William Hendricks writes.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:20 PM
Windrows have always been an issue and it's time for KW to take responsibility and keep them clear. If you're lucky enough to live on a corner where sidewalk plows travel they will usually clear the windrow as well. What about the rest of us?
This year seems to be particularly problematic. For a couple of years Kitchener was conducting proactive enforcement but now seems to rely solely on resident complaints. Time to get back to proactive enforcement. And, melting snow with salt is not a substitute for a shovel!
"Expecting pedestrians to report unshoveled sidewalks is inefficient and inequitable. Small teams conducting rotating, time-limited spot checks after snowfalls would improve compliance far more effectively." #Snowbility www.startribune.com/municipal-si...
Opinion | Shoveling sidewalks should be a priority for Minneapolis
If the city wants people to use public transit and age in place, they have to be able to safely get around after it snows, William Hendricks writes.
www.startribune.com
January 8, 2026 at 1:25 PM
This year seems to be particularly problematic. For a couple of years Kitchener was conducting proactive enforcement but now seems to rely solely on resident complaints. Time to get back to proactive enforcement. And, melting snow with salt is not a substitute for a shovel!
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So, the police chief says he's not surprised that a survey of Kitchener residents showed they believed crime has increased, even though that's not the case. Yeah, maybe those residents have been watching police budget presentations that seem to lean into the fear-mongering. #JustSaying
Kitchener residents think crime is rising, but police say otherwise
Results of a new survey show there is a disconnect between people's perception of safety and actual crime rates in their community.
kitchener.citynews.ca
January 8, 2026 at 12:10 AM
So, the police chief says he's not surprised that a survey of Kitchener residents showed they believed crime has increased, even though that's not the case. Yeah, maybe those residents have been watching police budget presentations that seem to lean into the fear-mongering. #JustSaying
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