Local Landmarks
This iconic clock tower sits in downtown Kitchener's Victoria Park
The Victoria Park Clock Tower
What is the name of the public bus system in Kitchener-Waterloo?
Grand River Transit
What number do you call in an emergency?
9-1-1
Where can youth go to borrow book, study, or attend workshops for free?
The Kitchener Public Library or Waterloo Public Library
Kitchener's oldest public park, known for its lake and festivals
Victoria Park
This popular urban park in Uptown Waterloo has a boardwalk, a petting-zoo, sports fields, and hosts festivals year-round.
Waterloo Park
This light rail system connects Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge
The ION LRT
The main police service for the region is called
Waterloo Regional Police Service
CMHA Waterloo Wellington
Waterloo's largest conservation area, offering camping, swimming, and canoeing
Laurel Creek Conservation Area
This historic Kitchener farmers market has been running since 1800s and is known for local produce, food vendors, and multicultural events.
Kitchener Market
Google Maps, Transit App, or GRT's official trip planner
If you're struggling with mental health or crisis, you can call this 24/7 support line
Here 24/7: 1-844-437-3247
Many teens use these community centers to play sports, participate in afterschool programs or get support
Local Community Centers
- Forest Heights
- Downtown
- Stanely Park
This long trail system connects neighborhoods in KW for biking and walking.
The Iron Horse Trail
This science museum in Kitchener is great for hands-on exhibits and field trips
THEMUSEUM
What major train service connects Kitchener to Toronto?
GO Transit
What should you always know before walking home at night?
Your route and someone who knows where you are
This Waterloo Region service helps young people access free counselling, menta health support, and walk-n clinicals across the community
Front Door Mental Health Services
A popular indoor recreation center in Waterloo with pools, gyms, and climbing walls.
Waterloo Recreation Complex
This building in Uptown Waterloo is known for concerts, theatre shows, and community events.
Centre in the Square
The Downtown Kitchener Transit Hub (Fredrick/King)
Neighborhood Watch
Youth in KW can get free sexual health advice or supplies from this public health service.
Region of Waterloo Public Health
This Kitchener spot is famous for winter skating and summer festivals
Carl Zehr Square/City Hall rink