MAke it kitchener 2.0 is an ambitious planto support economic Recovery
and to propel our community and economy forward
by investing in catalytic growth opportunities
and creating a resilient future where everyone can make a difference.

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School of Creative Industries expansion in Downtown Kitchener

The City of Kitchener and Conestoga College announced a collaborative initiative to expand Conestoga College School of Creative Industries in Downtown Kithener.

Make It Kitchener 2.0 strategy wins Excellence Award

The Economic Developers Council of Ontario (EDCO) has awarded the City of Kitchener with a planning and strategic development excellence award for the Make It Kitchener 2.0 (MIK 2.0) economic development strategy.

City Council Approves Economic Recovery Framework

On April 19th, Kitchener City Council approved a framework to guide the City's initiatives to support businesses impacted by the pandemic.

Significant Boost to Arts & Culture

Manfred and Penny Conrad have generously donated the Conrad Centre for the Performing Arts to the City to steward a vision to boost arts and creative industries.

Major Investment #1 - Health Innovation Partnership

The City of Kitchener and the University of Waterloo have announced a partnership to build an entrepreneurial hub for health innovation. This is the first major investment of the City's new Make It Kitchener 2.0 strategy and $110 million Investment Fund.

City Approves $110 Million Investment Fund

In October of 2020, City Council approved an innovative $110 million investment fund to support business recovery and drive long-term economic growth in Kitchener.