Waterloo Region
A Shared Vision
for Our Region
VisionWR is a grassroots citizens group united by a shared vision for caring, inclusive, and climate-safe communities. We are dedicated to promoting education, dialogue, and debate on the issues that will shape our shared future: climate change, housing, transportation, water, biodiversity, food security, wellbeing and local democracy.
For Candidates
A policy guide for candidates seeking municipal office in Waterloo Region – one of Canada’s most dynamic and diverse communities.
For Voters
A guide for voters about how municipal leaders influence our day-to-day, set the course for the future of our communities and play a critical role in addressing the challenges of our times.
About The Candidates
Find out who is running and link to their websites and socials.
Find out when and where all candidates meetings and town halls are happening in the Region.
Our Vision Statements
Decision-making is inclusive, democratic, evidence- informed and transparent
Our economy thrives in ways that provide shared wellbeing for all.
There is safe, secure, accessible and affordable housing for all.
Homes and buildings are low emissions, sustainable and climate resilient
Transportation is inclusive, multi-modal and low-emissions
Our watersheds and aquifers are carefully stewarded
A sustainable and locally-rooted food system provides food security for all
Biodiversity is conserved and promoted across our urban and rural mosaic
All kinds of people are welcome and the diversity of our population is reflected across our institutions and workplaces
Add your voice! We are inviting candidates, organizations, and voters to help generate dialogue around the vision statements by sharing a short reel about what one of the vision items means for them. We’d love to hear from you! Just follow the easy instructions to take part.