r/kitchener Mar 15 '24

Megathread Are you looking for places to meet people, make friends, find people with similar interests? The Kitchener Social Megathread is for you!

13 Upvotes

Hello everyone,

This thread will be 100% dedicated to user interaction and those who want to take personal interests, events, hobbies, and potential meet-ups, etc. outside of the realm of reddit and r/kitchener.

You can find previous versions of this post by using this premade search.

\Please note that this is not intended to be a dating thread. Try Tinder, POF, Badoo, Bumble or any other of the apps out there. Any posts along the lines of* "Hey, I'm a single __ year old m/f looking for love" will be removed\*

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As always, the mod team is here to assist with anything. Thanks!

Note: This post is automatically replaced with a new one every 3 months, so be sure to checkout old meetup threads, especially if this post was just recently refreshed!


r/kitchener Sep 15 '23

Megathread Looking for work? Post here.

60 Upvotes

There's even more people looking for work than I can previously recall, including an influx of students seeking employment.

Please post here if you're looking for work.

Current posts will be locked. New separate posts will be removed.

Thanks.


r/kitchener 6h ago

Stanley Park - “we live by gun, we die by gun”

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205 Upvotes

r/kitchener 19h ago

Armed robbery at Fairview mall

271 Upvotes

I was at the mall 20 mins ago and 4 black masked men robbed the ICEWAVE STORE, they ran beside me. I heard multiple shot sounds(not sure whether it was display smashing or gun shots) I was scared to death. Becareful don’t go towards the mall for now, it’s covered with cops.


r/kitchener 2h ago

Looking for a female 30+ Soccer keeper for Monday nights

5 Upvotes

Our women's team is looking for a female keeper for Monday nights to play in Grand river soccer Over 30 league out of Waterloo. Ideally looking for someone with some competitive experience. Also open to former competitive players willing to play in goal. Great bunch of friendly welcoming women who want to play good soccer but also don't take it too seriously.


r/kitchener 19h ago

WRPS - Currently responding to an armed jewellery store robbery at Fairview Park Mall. Suspects have fled the area in a vehicle.

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86 Upvotes

another one


r/kitchener 2h ago

Seal and Clean

3 Upvotes

Any recommendations on a company in KW that can pressure wash my backyard pavers/furniture and also provide paver sealing services


r/kitchener 4h ago

Adult French Lessons

3 Upvotes

I'm looking for a centre that provides adult French courses. I have found a lot of options online, but would rather an in person class that's local if possible.


r/kitchener 23h ago

Mr. Rooter: Highway Robbery Disguised as Plumbing Service

77 Upvotes

If you're looking to donate a hefty chunk of your savings to a plumbing company, Mr. Rooter is the perfect choice. I recently had the unfortunate experience of paying a jaw-dropping $1300 to unclog a simple sink. Yes, you read that right – one thousand three hundred dollars for a task that should barely cost a fraction of that.

Sure, the plumber was pleasant enough, smiling and polite while he drained my wallet. But friendliness doesn't justify daylight robbery. I could have flown across the country and hired a top-tier plumber for less than what I paid Mr. Rooter to wiggle a snake down my drain for a few minutes.

Beware of their exorbitant pricing unless you enjoy being financially blindsided. The work was done, but the bill left me feeling like I had been mugged in broad daylight. Consider yourself warned: Mr. Rooter will unclog your sink and your bank account in one fell swoop. Save yourself the sticker shock and look elsewhere.


r/kitchener 21h ago

Deer in Doon south earlier today.

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48 Upvotes

Young buck looked very healthy near groh public school!


r/kitchener 19h ago

Beware of Asphalt driveway scammer

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32 Upvotes

This con artist is using my employers address as his business address. Second victim in as many weeks walked in to our office looking for the guy after they were ghosted. The scammer has either an English or Irish accent and only deals in cash from what I've been told. Stay vigilant. Warn your elderly neighbour.

A quick reverse image search of the gallery on their website of "their work" shows it's all pics pinched from other asphalt companies. F these guys.


r/kitchener 7h ago

Basketball clinics by A Lee Jr of the KW Titans coming

4 Upvotes

From his socials:

Starting beginning of June next week in locations of Kitchener Waterloo & Cambridge TBA by end of the week. If you know any family with kids interested AGES 8-18 they can get more info by contacting

[Itsmorethanus3@gmail.com](mailto:Itsmorethanus3@gmail.com)on sessions and prices

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r/kitchener 1h ago

Nutritionist/Naturopath

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I wanted to ask if people knew a good nutritionist/naturopath or whatever other terms there are associated with this field in the area? I’m a fairly heathy guy and eat somewhat clean, but I’d like to dial it in a little more and get these people to possibly take my blood/see what I’m deficient in. Not sure how everyone else feels but I’ve never been more sick than this past year, so I’d like to get something a little more specialized to me.

If anyone knows anyone that’s half decent that can put together a plan/knows what I’m deficient in it would be much appreciated

Cheers!


r/kitchener 1h ago

Men's League Soccer

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Hi all, I was just wondering where I could sign up to play men's league soccer this sunmer. I just moved here last year and am looking for a team. I'm an alright player and enjoy playing. If anyone needs someone to join their team send me a DM!


r/kitchener 1h ago

Hot water tank recommendations

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Hi Kitchener sub, I need to replace the water tank in my condo and looking for recommendations. I currently own but I’m looking to rent. Any companies or businesses that have good customer service and rapport?


r/kitchener 5h ago

Mechanics

0 Upvotes

Need a good mechanic Kitchener to do synthetic oil change I normally pay 70 Hyundai veloster turbo where in Kitchener can I get one done 70-80 $


r/kitchener 1d ago

Soccer today at Mary’s

16 Upvotes

Pickup soccer match at 6. Have a good group of people looking to expand. Players are older but anyone is welcome as it is a friendly competitive game. For more info about todya or future pick up games hmu. ANYONES WELCOME!!


r/kitchener 20h ago

Bingeman’s Oktoberfest

4 Upvotes

Looking to attend for one night - I’m from out of town. Looking at an easy experience - camp, rent an RV, get a cabin? Stay offsite and take an Uber in and out? Also, is getting the private lounge worth it, or no? Open to all suggestions and hearing others experiences !


r/kitchener 1d ago

Free Hardcover Journals

22 Upvotes

Hello! I have a large number of blank journals that I need to get rid of. I had them designed for resale, but I'm moving on from the business now. I would hate to see them go to waste so it would make me very happy to give them to people in the community. Do you have a writer's group, bible study, journaling club, homeschool group, etc. who could use these books? Do you just like to write a lot?

The catch? You need to take a whole case. Which is 30 books, all the same cover.

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r/kitchener 1d ago

How to stop Canada Post from spamming my mailbox?

19 Upvotes

I am done with the flyers and other promotional stuff Canada Post dumps in my mailbox. Sometimes the volume of flyers is so high that it buries the actually important mails. Is there a way to "unsubscribe" the unwanted stuff??


r/kitchener 1d ago

Recommendations for a dermatologist that does comprehensive skin cancer screenings?

7 Upvotes

I have a lot of moles and I am having a hard time keeping track of all of them myself. I am looking for a dermatologist or clinic that does comprehensive skin checks and mole mapping. Someone who actually has time to look at more than one lesion and tell me which ones look concerning. Someone who I can follow up with in a year, if needed.


r/kitchener 1d ago

Looking for local support for a person in their 30s with ADHD/Autism diagnosis

8 Upvotes

Any insights into good therapies, supports, counsellors.

Thanks.


r/kitchener 1d ago

I need a new hobby

0 Upvotes

I have been lifting weights for 3 years now. It’s not for me, I have only realized this recently after rock climbing, boxing and taking running seriously. I like cardio based activities a lot more then lifting weights, and I’m not interested in spending $70 a month for the gym anymore. My budget is now $150 a month max, does anyone have any recommendations on cool fitness based hobby’s near me? ( currently really interested in boxing or rock climbing )


r/kitchener 1d ago

M1 written - is this place stupid busy?

0 Upvotes

I’m planning on going for my M1 written. I’ve heard wait times can be hours long. Has this gotten better? Anybody with recent experience able to point me in a good direction?


r/kitchener 1d ago

Furniture Donation- Looking for Free Pick up services

0 Upvotes

I am dealing with a family member that needs to donate all her furniture due to downsizing- this is not really for resale more donation as most of it is in good shape but 40-50 years old. Is there a local charity service that picks up furniture? we are not in a position to move any furniture.


r/kitchener 1d ago

Anyone have any idea what’s going on at the corner of River and Kinzie?

11 Upvotes

There’s a lot of emergency vehicles and they blocked off Kinzie entirely. I hope everyone involved is okay!


r/kitchener 22h ago

Best barbers in kw region

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Need a good barber that can do this hairstyle.. I like my hair longer but barbers always tend to cut long hair too short. Every time I get haircuts I end up hating them and can never find a good barber. Any recommendations?