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Right in the urban heart of Waterloo, the community of Uptown Waterloo provides world-class entertainment with live music and dining in an upscale environment known for its vibrant lifestyle, exceptional quality of services and modern amenities.


Home to over 450 businesses of which 75 percent are independently owned, Uptown Waterloo has its own distinct culture that locals are proud to be part of. The area is also home to large banks, financial institutions and well-known service providers for a variety of daily amenities. With convenient pedestrian access, public transit and plenty of free parking up to 2 hours per vehicle, Uptown Waterloo is easy to access, while offering a mix of retail shopping, restaurants, businesses and entertainment.

Summer patios at restaurants offer excellent views. For those who like to stroll around town, the whole downtown can be accessed on foot. The Uptown Loop is a series of 3 self-guided walking tours that show you places of interest ranging from parks to architecture, businesses, establishments and public art displays. Cyclists will enjoy the designated bike lanes with special LED lighting.


Uptown Waterloo is home to the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical PhysicsCanadian Clay and Glass MuseumCentre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI) and The Balsillie School of International Affairs.

Numerous popular festivals and events occur year round, including the Uptown Waterloo Jazz Festival, the Buskers CarnivalOktoberfest’s popular Barrel Race and Winterloo.


Uptown Waterloo offers city amenities while still retaining the friendliness and relaxed vibe of a smaller community and is very appealing to both young and old residents for its range of restaurants, entertainment, shopping, retail and businesses.

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