News and Updates
Kitchener Public Library is going fine-free
January 19, 2021
In a move to provide more equitable and accessible service, Kitchener Public Library will be permanently removing overdue fines. Happy news for KPL's Central location members in DTK!
Conrad family donation supports Kitchener’s bold vision to boost arts and creative industries
January 15, 2021
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The City of Kitchener announced that the Manfred and Penny Conrad Family Foundation and Manfred and Penny Conrad have donated the Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts facility to the City to support the performing arts in the community. This donation will allow the City to support and boost local artistic and creative talent and strengthen this robust sector that contributes significantly to the local economy and quality of life in the region. Learn more
The City of Kitchener and the University of Waterloo have announced a partnership to build an entrepreneurial hub for health innovation. Currently referred to as the ‘Innovation Arena’, the new 90,000 square foot facility will include the expansion of the University of Waterloo’s internationally renowned Velocity Incubator. Co-located on Downtown Kitchener’s Health Sciences Campus, the new facility is expected to drive growth in the region’s health technology and deep science industries. Learn more
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