Waterloo Region Facts
Waterloo Region Web site: http://www.region.waterloo.on.ca
Population: 508,000
Location: Central Canada
In Southern Ontario, one hour drive west of Toronto.
Climate: Warm summers, cold (but not extreme) snowy winters.
Waterloo Region is a vital, prosperous place to live and work. The Region is a unique blend of three cities — Cambridge, Kitchener and Waterloo, and four rural townships — North Dumfries, Wellesley, Wilmot and Woolwich.
Waterloo Region is one of the fastest growing areas in Ontario. Our proximity to major North American markets and transportation networks, our diverse ethnic makeup, and our excellent education, health, cultural and recreational facilities make this a great home for families and businesses.
Waterloo Region Features:
- Known as Canada’s Technology Triangle
- The fifth highest per capita immigrant population in Canada
- A strong local economy with one of the lowest unemployment rates in Ontario
- Two premier universities and Ontario’s top-ranked college for the past 8 years
- A wide range of affordable housing options
- A full range of services for immigrants
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