Our new business directory for Waterloo Region is now up and running. You can find it at Get Listed in Waterloo Region. And for a limited time we are listing businesses and special deals for Free. This directory features product information special deals and offers links to your website, social media accounts, etc. photographs videos…
How Conestogo got its Name
The name Conestogo (or “Conestoga”) of the village in the Woolwich area of the Region of Waterloo derives from a location in Lancaster County Pennsylvania located in the southeastern part of that state. This name was transplanted from Pennsylvania to the Waterloo region of Ontario because many of the original settlers of the Waterloo area…
Week 2: Unleash Your Inner Artist (a Creative Exploration)
Welcome back, fearless explorers! We hope you had an amazing Week 1 venturing into uncharted territory (both literally and figuratively!). Did you discover a hidden park, lose yourself in a captivating museum exhibit, or enjoy a delightful picnic under the open sky? Flashback to Week 1 Challenge: From Couch Potato to City Explorer. This week,…
Why shop at Costco?
If you have any personal Costco experience please leave a comment. I know a few people who regularly shop at Costco, but I have never been seriously tempted to try it. I just recently did some research. Costco apparently has hundreds of stores all over the world, and the store in Waterloo across from the…
Luxury bus service to go from KW airport to Pearson
There may be some relief in site for those of us who have the privilege of driving to Pearson Airport in Toronto and dealing with the parking hassles and long check in procedures. Air Canada has announced that starting in May Air Canada ticket holders will be able to check-in for their flights at the…
Learning Ukulele vs Learning Guitar
I have written elsewhere about the relationship between ukuleles and guitars. When you’re wanting to take up one of these instruments it’s good to know a bit about them – the pros and cons of one vs the other. Different strokes for different folks The major differences are these: 1. Ukuleles are smaller than guitars….
From Couch Potato to City Explorer
A 4-Week Challenge to Recharge Your Recreation by Ibrahim Mustapha Ever feel like your routine has become a well-worn path, leading you from couch to screen and back again? You’re not alone! According to the World Health Organization’s guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behavior, published in 2020, sedentary behavior has been consistently linked to…
Different perspectives on Waterloo Region
There is a wide range of online information about Waterloo Region – things to do, interesting places to visit, restaurants of all kinds. You name it, our area has it. And there is an online publication – usually a bunch of them – to tell you about it. Today we’re highlighting two excellent sources of…
EV selection in 2024 is stunning
If you’re interested in getting an electric vehicle there are more and more alternatives for you to choose from. Most of them are not cheap, although there are a couple under $40,000. Here’s a partial list with some info on each. Prices obviously vary according to model and options, but the prices here give you…
Opportunity for Young Writers and Creatives
If you are a young person in Waterloo Region (25 and under), you are interested in things like publishing your written works, doing a photography project, or producing videos, we may have a project for you. For example, we are encouraging young people to submit written pieces of between 400 and 1000 words, and if…