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Updated at 9:30 p.m.

As of 9:30 p.m., Kitchener forestry crews have received more than 60 calls regarding downed trees and debris. Crews are working late this evening to address issues, prioritizing clearing roadways, then driveways, then sidewalks, and will return to non-urgent areas in the morning. There may be an impact to residents' morning commute. 

Otherwise, we expect a return to normal operations for most City programs and services tomorrow, but continue to check Kitchener.ca/news for the latest updates. We appreciate residents' patience as crews work to respond to priority areas and clear debris safely.

City of Kitchener's Forestry and Natural Areas Team is looking for volunteers ages 14+ interested in supporting an outdoor (rain or shine) event celebrating our forests and natural areas, high school students encouraged!

Committee of Adjustment Meeting - Tuesday, September 15, 2026

The City of Kitchener is inviting residents and visitors to explore, create and connect through two weeks of concerts, performances, art demonstrations and hands-on activities during Culture Days 2026, coming to Kitchener from September 18 to October 4.

During the regularly scheduled City Council meeting, Kitchener Mayor Berry Vrbanovic provided the following statement on the current Canada-US Trade Conflict.

The City of Kitchener is pleased to announce Amanda Braam as the City’s 2026 Artist in Residence. Braam, a Kitchener-based singer-songwriter, musician and recent graduate of Wilfrid Laurier University's music therapy program, will lead the City’s first Musician in Residence program since 2019 with a project that will bring generations together through music. 

Key Decisions of Council is a summary of major discussion items presented at Kitchener City Council meetings. It is circulated following each meeting. Please refer to the minutes for an official record of the meeting.  

Celebrate 75 years of The Aud at a special community open house. Explore areas through a self-guided tour featuring five interactive stops throughout the facility, collecting passport stamps at each destination along the way. Complete all five stops to unlock a photo opportunity with the Memorial Cup, and enjoy a free skate and complimentary popcorn. No registration required.

With the close of the nomination period on Friday, August 21, today the City of Kitchener has certified all candidates that are eligible for mayor and ward councillor in Kitchener, as well as candidates eligible to run for the Waterloo Region District School Board (Kitchener Trustee), and Waterloo Catholic District School Board (Kitchener-Wilmot Trustee).

Bring your appetite and gather your friends, family and neighbours for King StrEATery, a free community celebration of food, local businesses and downtown fun that is returning to Downtown Kitchener's East End on Sunday, September 27th from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.