The Teen Hangout Group offers respite for caregivers, and meaningful recreational activities and skill building opportunities for ages 8-17.
Support for people under 18 with a developmental and/or physical disability, find out how Extend-A-Family Waterloo can help you with SSAH.
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Employable Skills Development Program is for people aged 16+ looking for support with their job search.
The Teen Hangout Group offers respite for caregivers, and meaningful recreational activities and skill building opportunities for ages 8-17.
Support for people under 18 with a developmental and/or physical disability, find out how Extend-A-Family Waterloo can help you with SSAH.
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Come join us for Open Space! Everyone is welcome and it is free to join.
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
Employable Skills Development Program is for people aged 16+ looking for support with their job search.
Gain the skills to learn to live with independence in our TIFS (Trying It On For Size) KW Program.
This program will help you work with your interests, goals, and dreams and to develop a plan with you to achieve them.
SEEDS is a supported recreational program designed for people aged 18 and older to use their Passport funding in order to explore Ontario.
Ontario Health atHome provides various health care supports and services to people of all ages in their homes and communities.
Led by group members, join the many people who have achieved their personal, career and community goals through WALES
Support for adults aged 18 + who wish to live more independently, find out more about the Supported Independent Living Program (SIL).
Community Groups is about supporting members to participate in community, while encouraging the group to make connections to places and people.
Get social and take part in recreational activities in the community at the Weekend Social Club!
Families come in all shapes and sizes! FamilyHome is an opportunity for an adult with a disability to live with a family and to share life together.
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
Apartment Respite is an opportunity to spend time away from home in a local apartment for those whose Passport funding is managed by EAFWR.
Come join us for Open Space! Everyone is welcome and it is free to join.
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
Your money, your choices! Passport Funding through Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region puts you and your wants, first!
Employable Skills Development Program is for people aged 16+ looking for support with their job search.
Led by group members, join the many people who have achieved their personal, career and community goals through WALES
Community Groups is about supporting members to participate in community, while encouraging the group to make connections to places and people.
Get social and take part in recreational activities in the community at the Weekend Social Club!
Families come in all shapes and sizes! FamilyHome is an opportunity for an adult with a disability to live with a family and to share life together.
Community development is at the heart of belonging and inclusion. We are involved in the community, helping to build caring relationships.
The Kitchener-Waterloo Library of Things (KWLOT) is a space for sharing items ranging from tools to camping and kitchen equipment.
Come join us for Open Space! Everyone is welcome and it is free to join.
Offering summertime daily activities that involve all participants, for a positive and fun experience. Weekly themes, over-night vacation and more.
Join us on June 5 for our "Voices at the Table: Advocacy in Everyday Spaces" conference! Open to self-advocates, families, Direct Support People, community members and agencies.
The month of April brings World Autism Awareness Day, Bengali New Year/Tamil New Year/Vaisakhi, Easter, and Earth Day. Read more on our blog about these observances.
Do you have a passion for inclusion and belonging, and want to support the unique goals and desires of others? Join our team, and become an integral part of our community.
Make new connections and meet old friends at our free Open Space groups, held across Waterloo Region! Open to all abilities, backgrounds and interests.
Our 2024-25 Annual Report is now available! Find out what we have been up to in the last year.
We’re pleased to share our 2024-27 Strategic Plan, the roadmap for Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region for the next three years. Thank you to everyone who shared their input, hopes and dreams with us!
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Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […]
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GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […]
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Come for the egg hunt, stay for the festivities! After your timed-entry egg hunt, enjoy spring-themed crafts, games, activities, and more! Join Doon Heritage Village and Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum for a day of Easter celebration! Hunt for eggs in the historic village, take a photo with the Easter Bunny, make some friends at the petting zoo, […] |
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Hop on down to Schneider Haus to take part in their springtime Eggstravaganza! Hop through bunny lane and try some bunny games like carrot toss and an egg and spoon race. Experience cuteness overload when meeting baby chicks! Get messy with some springtime crafts or join in at the historic kitchen for a seasonal story. […] |
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Join professional artist and educator Olena Chorna Fine Arts/Petrykivka Artist for her Easter Egg Painting Workshop in Petrykivka (Ukrainian Folk Art) Style on April 5, 2026. Olena Chorna Fine Arts, spearheaded by Olena Chorna, is dedicated to sharing the rich heritage of Petrykivka, Ukrainian decorative painting globally. Specializing in original artwork and immersive workshops, the […]
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Everybunny is welcome this long weekend at Schneider Haus! On Friday, Sunday, and Monday, things will be buzzing with Spring crafts, games, activities, and “eggsperiments” all day long! Join for mini egg hunts running hourly beginning at 11:30 a.m. through 3:30 p.m. and collect an Easter treat! Spot the golden egg during the scavenger hunt […] |
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Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […]
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GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […]
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Join Region of Waterloo Museums for a weekend brimming with laughter, creativity, and the sweet delights of the season as we hop into Spring at McDougall Cottage's "Spring Fling" Family Easter Celebration! Learn More and Register |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […] |
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Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […]
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GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […] |
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Bangladesh Cultural Society, KWC Inc. will celebrate the beginning of Bengali New Year on April 18 (Saturday), 2026. Every year, Bangladesh Cultural Society, KWC (BCSKWC) Inc. celebrates the beginning of Bengali New Year here in the Region of Waterloo with a grand festival of cultural programs and a fair that showcases traditional items and food. This is […] |
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Join Stanley Park Community Association for their Earth Day Bike Ride on April 19! Learn More |
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Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […]
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GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […]
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Celebrate Earth Day with Region of Waterloo Museum's popular PD Day camps at Schneider Haus on April 24! Reduce, reuse and recycle! Campers will engage in a variety of ecological activities like pollinator seed pod making, recycled paper making, and biodegradable salt dough. Camp programming provides a mix of free and structured play, allowing children […] |
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Join City of Waterloo for a community cleanup at Waterloo Park in celebration of Earth Day. Enjoy the fresh air and connect with friends, family and neighbours while helping to keep the park clean and welcoming for everyone. You'll also have the opportunity to take part in a hands-on activity to plant a sunflower seed […] |
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Youth Hub with Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region is for participants aged 12 to 17. Developed for teens with disabilities and open to all. Formerly the “Teen Hangout Group” at Extend-A-Family Waterloo Region. Come by for a teen drop-in to play video games, board games and more! No registration required. When: Mondays, 6-8pm from March 30 - May 25, 2026 […]
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GAMES & DROP-IN When: Mondays from 6:30 - 8:00pm Where: Kitchener Public Library, Central Library at 85 Queen St. N. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Wednesdays from 12:00 - 2:00pm Where: Cambridge Centre, Food Court, 355 Hespeler Rd. Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Thursdays from 1:00 - 3:00 pm Where: 2960 Kingsway Drive, Kitchener Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and you do not need to be supported […] |
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COFFEE & CHATS When: Fridays from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Where: Conestoga Mall, Food Court at 550 King St. N Waterloo Open Space is a weekly gathering that promotes inclusion within the community by getting people together at a cafe for food, fun and conversation. All are encouraged and welcome regardless of ability, and […] |
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