Neighbours are an important source of day-to-day help and community connection, and their kindness continues to spread across Waterloo. “Caring and kind neighbours improve our quality of life and make Waterloo a great place to live,” says Waterloo Mayor Dave Jaworsky. “It’s heartwarming to know so many people are making positive contributions to their neighbourhood, especially during these difficult times.”
The neighbourhoods team received over 120 nominations in 2021 for the newly launched neighbourhood kindness campaign. Nominations included stories of kind actions from neighbours like picking up groceries, helping in emergencies, organizing physically-distanced events, and welcoming new neighbours. These acts of kindness, big or small, demonstrate a true commitment to making Waterloo a community where everyone belongs. Sharing time, energy and resources through kindness has made a tremendous positive impact on neighbours and neighbourhoods.
Anyone can nominate a neighbour in the City of Waterloo for their acts of kindness, generosity and neighbourhood spirit. Every nominee receives a thank you package and nominated neighbours are entered into an annual draw for a surprise.
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Submit a quick and easy nomination to describe your kind neighbour’s contributions
- Help spread the word about this program
- Be a caring and kind neighbour!