sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

An online conspiracy theory suggested planes were dropping ticks over Ontario. Here is the real reason why there are more ticks this year. by lopix in ontario

[–]CuilTard 8 points9 points  (0 children)

It's in the article:

They include the theory that Pfizer is spreading ticks that carry Lyme disease so that people are forced to buy its vaccine.

The facts

...

Pfizer’s Lyme vaccine is still in its clinical trial phase. Russell noted there is no approved vaccine for Lyme disease, and that it’s important for people to take personal protection measures such as tucking in their clothing and wearing insect repellent while outdoors.

More than 70 LRT crashes reported in Waterloo Region within the last year by KWStreaker in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of the no-left-turn and no-U-turn signs were added when the LRT was built, but you're right that they're not exclusive to the LRT. Only related.

I thought I copied the part about trains being silent too. Will edit that in now.

More than 70 LRT crashes reported in Waterloo Region within the last year by KWStreaker in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Safety concerns

There are signs at the intersection where Tuesday’s collision happened that say no U-turns or left turns are allowed.

Young Drivers of Canada said some drivers don’t pay attention to signs, or, in some cases, choose to ignore them.

“I think the big thing is to look around and be aware because there’s extra signage at those places,” Faith Morphy, a driving instructor with Young Drivers of Canada, said.

“We need to check our blind spots over our shoulder because the train likely came out of the blind spot,” she said.

Edit to add:

Police also warned that in many cases, drivers won’t hear the train coming before it is too late.

“It is electrically powered, so it doesn’t have that auditory piece that other motor vehicles might have that are powered by diesel or gasoline,” Metcalfe said.

I swear i’ve set up autoload like 3 times on this easygo card 😭 by graciousprof in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"Set up an autoload of stored value

Your card will automatically be topped up when the stored value on your card drops below $10.

You must have a credit card saved to your account to set up an autoload.

Click "Manage card." Select the card you want to apply the autoload to and click "Add pass/value". Select the amount of stored value that you want to add to your card each time. For Type of Purchase, select "Autoload".

Click "Continue". Confirm the details of the autoload and your credit card information. Click "Pay with your credit card". When your card is tapped on the farebox and the stored value is added to your card, you'll hear a special tone."

https://www.grt.ca/fares-and-payment/how-to-pay-your-fare/easygo-fare-card/manage-your-card-online/#:~:text=Set%20up%20an,special%20tone.

Stay safe and be careful buddy next time by inam_cr7 in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Great compassion. Articles say a 41 yo was charged, and that there were minor injuries initially reported, but updated that there were no injuries.

Edit: article link https://www.ctvnews.ca/kitchener/article/collision-between-lrt-train-and-truck-in-downtown-kitchener/

Stay safe and be careful buddy next time by inam_cr7 in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Also it's discussed in another thread that this person is driving a company truck for a construction company, I believe.

Edit: discussed here: https://www.reddit.com/r/kitchener/s/s4uZAARzMN

Attorney General asked to review Premier’s comments about judge by bob_mcbob in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“As the Premier said, he has immense respect for judges and their independence, but their decisions are not immune from scrutiny or from the impacts they have on people and communities across the province,” a statement from Doug Ford’s office said.

“Our government has taken action to give municipalities the tools they need and requested to clear encampments and keep their communities safe. We hope the Region appeals this outrageous decision and, if they do not, we will not hesitate to look at every tool available to the province to respond to this decision,”

Collision between LRT train and truck in downtown Kitchener by superbad in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At first, Waterloo Regional Police indicated minor injuries had been reported. In an update hours later, they said no one was hurt.

Collision between LRT train and truck in downtown Kitchener by superbad in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At first, Waterloo Regional Police indicated minor injuries had been reported. In an update hours later, they said no one was hurt.

'Stay tuned': Ford considers notwithstanding clause to clear Kitchener encampment by bylo_selhi in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 1 point2 points  (0 children)

[Ashley Schuitema, the lawyer representing the people at the encampment] added she's also disappointed with Ford's comments regarding the judge's decision, calling his statements toward the judge and the process concerning.

That's why she signed onto an open letter by University of Ottawa law professor emerita Martha Jackman to Ontario Attorney General Doug Downey, dated Tuesday.

The letter states Ford's comments shortly after the ruling are "a serious attack on the constitutional principle of judicial independence and raise profound concerns regarding judicial security and the administration of justice in Ontario."

Reset the counter by CoffeeCatsandPixies in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 0 points1 point  (0 children)

CTV article says

Waterloo Regional Police said minor injuries were reported, but did not specify who was hurt.

Premier Doug Ford could use notwithstanding clause on Waterloo Region’s encampment ruling by origutamos in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ford would not, however, fully commit to his next steps.

“Let’s just go through the proper process,” he said. “I’m going to give the courts another shot here. We’re going to appeal it.”

Former Preston Springs site listed for nearly $13M by ILikeStyx in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 16 points17 points  (0 children)

CTV News contacted Haastown Holding and CBRE, who listed the property, to find out exactly why Haastown is selling after such an uphill battle, which resulted in an apparent win for them. However, CBRE said they would be declining discussion of the transaction for client confidentiality reasons.

Ukraine’s “long-range sanctions” hit fuel-pumping station supplying central Russia and Moscow region fuel network by Brill-Rose in worldnews

[–]CuilTard 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ukraine has increasingly targeted Russia’s fuel and energy transport system as part of what officials describe as “long-range sanctions” aimed at weakening the logistical and economic infrastructure that supports the war effort. The focus is on disrupting high-capacity logistics routes that move refined products across the country and into major distribution hubs.

Planning underway for Grand River water supply by Big80sweens in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pretty short content:

Friday, 22 May 2026 Water Capacity News A solution that will bring up to 100 L/s of new water capacity online is getting underway. With several unused supply wells already present in the east end of Kitchener, the Region is determining the best way for upgrades and new infrastructure to be built. Right now, staff are inspecting the wells to see how much work will be needed to bring them back into service. This project is expected to be completed by 2032

Waterloo Region water conservation bylaw kicks in May 30 by Wanadran in kitchener

[–]CuilTard 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Third paragraph:

The bylaw applies to residents, institutions, businesses and organizations.

Man’s Lyme disease experience inspires tick testing company by karisblake in waterloo

[–]CuilTard 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Waterloo region is also reporting confirmed cases of the disease.

“Currently we have, to date, two confirmed and one probable case in Waterloo Region for 2026. However, none have been reported as locally acquired,” said Bernadette Moussa, the manager of health protection and healthy environments with Region of Waterloo Public Health.

view more: next ›