Living in Kitchener

The centre of life and recreation in Kitchener is central Victoria Park. It’s the city’s oldest park and hosts several annual festivals and events. It’s a favourite setting among locals for enjoying the outdoors or as the backdrop to celebrations like weddings. A city with  distinct German heritage, Kitchener hosts the largest Oktoberfest outside of Germany, bringing thousands of attendees from across the city and the province. 

Kitchener residents have access to some of the country’s finest post-secondary institutions, including Waterloo University, Laurier University, and Conestoga College. This city is rich in culture, which is evident when exploring venues like Homer Watson House and Gallery, and Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery, and attending events like the TD Kitchener Blues Festival.

Must-visit in Kitchener

• THEMUSEUM: A Modern museum featuring rotating and permanent interactive art, science and technology exhibits.