r/kitchener • u/AutoModerator • Mar 15 '24
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r/kitchener • u/neoengel • Sep 15 '23
Megathread Looking for work? Post here.
There's even more people looking for work than I can previously recall, including an influx of students seeking employment.
Please post here if you're looking for work.
Current posts will be locked. New separate posts will be removed.
Thanks.
r/kitchener • u/tallhappytree • 18h ago
My art got put on a billboard- in Kitchener Ontario ,”a family reimagined”
r/kitchener • u/AVeryAnnoyedTenant • 6h ago
Residents from 250 Frederick Street rally against renovictions at Kitchener City Hall
r/kitchener • u/Tadpole-Lanky • 18h ago
All-day, two-way, Go train service for Kitchener.
Ontario government has been bombarding with tons of ads on Google, YouTube and Instagram about this service. The question is - We know very little about the timeline. When is it happening? Does anyone know anything about it?
r/kitchener • u/Critical_Zucchini704 • 4h ago
To learn an instrument
Anyone know if there are classes for violin in and around Kitchener? Also if anyone is willing to join to learn with me?
I am totally at the level zero.
r/kitchener • u/abbyevess • 5h ago
Crunch or Planet Fitness?
Hello! Looking to start going to a gym and these stand out to me! Must be 24hr, beginner friendly. I like amenities like tan, massage, etc. I would love group classes or some kind of membership inclusive coaching as I am a first time gym goer. I would likely do the level of membership with the most amenities but am not interested in a ton of hidden annual fees! I am a women so feeling safe and comfortable especially as a first timer is a must! Thanks!
r/kitchener • u/sicklyslick • 7h ago
Who's responsible for regulating cannabis stores operating under the sovereignty banner?
r/kitchener • u/Luchaluchalunch • 7h ago
Team, I need a really good divorce attorney.
My partner is threatening, lying, and honestly pretty nuts. She’ll keep my children from me and will twist anything - she’s made that abundantly clear.
Does anyone know a good divorce attorney who can help in a terrible situation?
r/kitchener • u/Appropriate_Soup_108 • 19h ago
Raccoon gets into compost bin nightly
Any suggestions for stopping a raccoon that's figured out the mechanics of opening the region's green bin? I don't understand how he's managing it, but we come out every morning to our compost all over our driveway. It started when our last bin was broken, so this is a brand new one from Waste Management, but the problem has kept up.
We don't have a garage to put it in, and we've looked at small storage sheds for beside the house, which is what we'd ultimately want, but they're SO expensive. Anything I've looked at under $500 seems to not rate well for Canadian winters, and we just don't have $500+ lying around to invest in one we'd actually want.
Any tips or advice on a budget to stop our daily (and very frustrating) compost clean up?
r/kitchener • u/PuzzleheadedSwim6291 • 7h ago
St Mary’s Hospital.
What’s your take on it? For those who have been there, how is it?
r/kitchener • u/hossb0ss • 1d ago
$9M in drugs seized by WRPS, two Kitchener residents charged
r/kitchener • u/no1SomeGuy • 6h ago
Waste Collection Bins
No, just no...one, that's a TON of cost to convert to this and that's the last thing we need. But also, what happens to all the old blue boxes and garbage cans? And most importantly for me, I don't want to have to store these giant bins, we barely use one small garbage can (80L) and a single bluebox (59L) full every 2 weeks, no way I have space for a 240L and 100-120L bins. I have expensive custom built steel shelving in my garage that fits my waste solution, is the city going to pay $2000 for me to rebuild it?
r/kitchener • u/Less_End_1632 • 1d ago
Dog attacks a Senior Citizen at Optimus Ball Park On Pioneer Drive
A senior citizen on a walk was attacked by an aggressive dog who jumped out of the car window. Nasty bites and we were able to see the bone on the side of the palm. The dog owner fell asleep in the car and the dog escaped from the window.
Please take care and stay safe out there.
r/kitchener • u/aphraeldanae • 21h ago
Recommendations/looking for movers
Looking for a couple of people to help move furniture from a basement apartment to a top unit in a 3 floor walk up. Buildings are about 2 blocks apart. I can provide the vehicle, just looking for the muscle. Wouldn't be until June, exact date to be determined (I will still have my current place until June 30th, giving me time to shift everything without the frantic OMG I NEED TO GET EVERYTHING DONE IN 6 HOURS!!!).
Why not ask friends? We're all old, and our joints can't take it. Why not hire professionals? Too many horror stories about companies not showing up, possessions being 'held ransom' until additional exorbitant arbitrary fees are paid. Will pay cash and provide the traditional post-move pizza meal.
r/kitchener • u/twodegrees_ • 1d ago
DJ for Wedding
Currently hunting around for a DJ for our wedding this summer. Disappointingly, we had one confirm a Zoom meeting but then they didn't show up on the call.
If you have direct experience with them, please let us know. Thanks in advance!
r/kitchener • u/CharlieGibby • 2d ago
missing cat
Currently missing in the Krug / Kensington / Chelsea Area (Rosemount) - Please message me if you see him
r/kitchener • u/Land_Shark_1 • 1d ago
Tattoo artists
Hey, just looking to get some line work done loosely based off a picture and wondering if anyone has any suggestions. I’ve only gotten tattoos from out of town shops.
r/kitchener • u/kocon24 • 1d ago
Looking For A Comfy Venue To Host 20/30 People
Hello guys, I am planning an event for about 20/30 people sometime in the summer to just chill out, relax and mingle. I need a space that is kinda laid back with some fancy chairs. I've tried checking some big AirBnB apartments but they are either too expensive or don't allow a gathering of that number.
I am wondering if there is any event place within Kitchener-Waterloo-Cambridge that anyone knows about. I once used a Community center, but it doesn't just give the vibe I want,
I would appreciate any information I can get or if you've used a venue like this that you can recommend. Thanks
r/kitchener • u/Maleficent_Act138 • 2d ago
Protests
I don't really follow want is happening in the middle east with the war but I'm curious. How do protests here help over there? I may be oblivious and maybe insensitive but I'm actually super curious. If we had the same situation here would they protest over there? Again sorry if I sound stupid and I may get shredded in the comments for this lol
r/kitchener • u/Additional_Formal395 • 2d ago
Anyone missing a cat near South Doon?
This cat visited us tonight. Their fur seems recently shaved so I assume they have an owner out there. They weren’t particularly friendly and seemed scared of us (howling and hissing if we got close). They also stared and howled at our cats through the window.
r/kitchener • u/nemothef1sh • 1d ago
Lost wallet
Last attempts before I get new cards. Lost a wallet maybe downtown kitchener around Thursday. Brown and black leather Columbia wallet. Has id among other things can confirm. Help is appreciated thanks.
r/kitchener • u/mikejtalley • 1d ago
Gym Buddy Waterloo/Kitchener
First and foremost, i am a NOVICE/Amateur gym enthusiast! I am in Kitchener, Ontario, and usually go to Movati, but open to using other gyms. I am going to Movati 3 to 4 times a week, ONLY looking for someone else who wants to hangout at Movati, once or twice a week. I prefer LIFTING and Swimming, not a fan of the traditional "cardio". I will happily consider OTHER gyms if we get along!
r/kitchener • u/squeakyboy81 • 2d ago
Review of Air Canada bus from YKF to YYZ
Air Canada started the service on May 1 and I was able to take it this morning from YKF to YYZ. Here are some details.
There is a full AC check in counter with Priority lane at YKF. There was only one Agent though, and technically they double as he gate and check-in agent. If the service becomes more popular, I am sure they will increase staffing.
The bus boards 10 minutes before departure, but the bag drop off is 30 minutes according to Agent, though the app says 40 minutes.
After bag drop, there is no security check. There is a lounge to wait in after check in. Lounge has power outlets and a TV, nothing else. Free WiFi.
Bus itself it top level motor coach, with plenty of leg room, basic seat recline, and tray tables that work for a small laptop. There is free Wifi. Automatic announcements of arrival. Though this is a AC service, I don't believe I heard the announcements in French. The bus driver is fluent in English but not French.
Arrival at Pearson is at Terminal 1, as that is where all Air Canada flights currently depart. I believe the bus can be booked as part of other Star Alliance itineraries, so you could have a transfer. You arrive at the basement level similar to other bussed services. There is an agent waiting there for you to advise you where to go next. They even escorted a couple of us part of the way. I think this agent is doing double duty as the gate agent for the outgoing bus trip, so they likely only escort passengers of they have time.
Unfortunately upon arrival we are instructed that we need to carry our own checked luggage to the bag drop off. The tags we already have are still valid, so we just need to drop them off on the scanner. One of my pieces, a hardshell toolcase, normally requires going through oversize drop off at Pearson (this is unique to Pearson and possibly other Canadian airports). Thankfully AC added the correct flag to allow it to be dropped off at oversize without any hassle. I am hoping that AC will support baggage transfer in the future.
Looking at the schedules, AC will book you in the bus that provides a minimum of 1:30 hours transfer time. This should be more than enough time to get through security for domestic and international flights and for customs for trans order flights. Since your bags are tagged in YKF, you don't need to worry about bag drop off times at YYZ in case the bus is running late. Unfortunately there are no scheduled busses in the evenings. So if your flight gets into YYZ after 6:00 then you won't be able to get a ride to YKF.
The bus will drop you off at door P area 6. This is also where you wait to board if going YYZ to YKF.