Great neighbourhoods start with you

Connect with your neighbourhood

Find your neighbourhood, meet neighbours and celebrate where you live.

Plan a neighbourhood event

Explore ideas, find a space and reserve equipment for your next gathering.

Fund your neighbourhood idea

Get funding to support neighbourhood events, projects and ideas.

Get involved in your neighbourhood

Host an event, join a project or lend a hand to make your neighbourhood even better.

Start a neighbourhood project

Find ideas and tools to plan a neighbourhood project.

Subscribe to neighbourhoods news

Stay connected with community stories, projects resources.

Check out how-to guides

Find step-by-step information on hosting events, planning projects and more.

Contact the neighbourhoods team

Get help with neighbourhood programs and getting involved.

Mini grants for neighbours

Apply for up to $300 to support your neighbourhood idea. Great neighbourhoods start with you and some funding from us.

Find spaces to connect with neighbours

Use the Gathering Spaces Map to explore indoor and outdoor locations in Waterloo. Filter the map to find a great spot to meet.

Check out the neighbourhood newsletter

February 11, 2026

January 29, 2026

January 14, 2026

Nominate a kind neighbour

Every act of kindness makes a difference. Nominate a neighbour who helps make your community a welcoming place.

Become a neighbourhood connector

Help your neighbourhood feel more connected with support, ideas and resources from the city.

Find ideas for your neighbourhood event

Explore ideas to inspire your next gathering, from block parties and movie nights to clean-ups and walking tours.

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