| Southwestern Ontario is proud to bring you | | | | There’s more to Kitchener. The K-W |
| Kitchener, a city that cares about entrepreneurship, | | | | Symphony (which we understand stands for |
| innovation and education. It’s a magnet for | | | | Kitchener-Waterloo) should re-ignite some inspiration, |
| thousands of businessmen, families and individuals | | | | and the K-W Art Gallery and K-W Little Theatre will |
| who are tired of typical North American downtown | | | | showcase local and international talent. We heard the |
| spots and welcome a change of pace and crave for | | | | Chicopee Ski Club satisfies the needs of both |
| a tad of ambience. They usually get it in Kitchener, | | | | beginner and advanced skiers, staffed by professional |
| minus the disappointments. | | | | instructors and snowboard runs. People looking for |
| Life is thumping in Kitchener. You’ll get a taste | | | | wholesome fun are welcome! |
| of this vibrancy in the most unlikely places – | | | | And for visiting Germans in winter, Christkindl Market |
| like Bingemans. No, it isn’t a pub – sorry | | | | should re-kindle memories as the festival kicks off |
| folks – but it’s a campsite, resort and | | | | with German cuisine, trinkets and live entertainment. |
| family playground ensconced in 200 acres of land and | | | | Relax and have a gluhwein and have a rollicking time. |
| 500 campsites that string along the Grand River. You | | | | Don’t forget to mark it on your to-do list |
| could rent a log cabin too, if you accidentally left the | | | | because this 400-year old tradition lasts only four |
| sleeping bags and tents in the other SUV. | | | | days. |
| Eager for fresh local produce? Your Kitchener Market | | | | Did anyone tell you about Moose Winooski? No, it |
| will delight the ladies and kids. Spoil the kids more and | | | | isn’t a skiing resort. But it’s got the |
| take them to the Waterloo Region Children’s | | | | best and juiciest of steaks! |
| Museum, where art and technology are happily | | | | No time for the children to stomp their feet in |
| blended to stimulate all five senses. Oh boy, | | | | boredom because SportsWorld is just off highway 8 |
| don’t miss The Aud. This is Kitchener’s | | | | near the 401. It offers wet and dry rides, mini golf |
| pride when it comes to sports and entertainment. It | | | | courses, indoor driving range, video arcade, Mad |
| has hosted famous events in curling and other very | | | | Science kiosk and go kart track. This is where Moose |
| Canadian sports. | | | | Winooski is housed, by the way. A great family |
| Looking for something more quiet and unhurried? | | | | entertainment centre! Stay all day if your heart |
| Stroll in two of Kitchener’s history museums: | | | | desires… |
| one is Doon Heritage Crossroads, a simulation revival | | | | Accommodation of all types? Not a problem. |
| of a quaint village; the other is Joseph Schneider | | | | Kitchener tries to please everyone and caters to |
| Haus, a miniaturised Mennonite community going back | | | | every kind of budget. Click on this link [ and |
| to 1850. | | | | you’ll know we mean business. |
| Just want some fresh air while the hubby slugs it out | | | | Kitchener. It’s not a feel-good movie. |
| at a business meeting? Kitchener has laid out a | | | | It’s a feel-good place. And it’s right in |
| network of beautiful and extensive trails close to the | | | | Ontario – all yours to delightfully discover. |
| picturesque Grand River. | | | | |