It’s Open House day! 🎉 🎟️Free admission & parking + food trucks 🚗Parking is limited. Consider using alternative transportation such as transit, cycling, walking, or carpooling. Rain or shine, we’re on! ☔ Dress accordingly. We’re excited to welcome you! More info 👉 cambridge.ca/OpenHouse

Looking for the perfect summer camp? Our Xplore Camps still have spots available, but they’re filling fast! Use the filters to easily find the right fit by: ✔️ Age ✔️ Location ✔️ Dates ✔️ Openings 👉 Check availability now: https://bit.ly/4a6FK9J

Volunteers make a big impact across Cambridge—from recreation to culture to community events. 🌟 Find a role that matches your interests and availability! 👉 https://bit.ly/4v2zRCC

It’s National Public Works Week! 🛝🌸 From playground inspections to garden and ice care + arena ops in winter - our parks, arenas & horticulture teams keep Cambridge running year-round. Safe, welcoming spaces for everyone, every season 💚

Tomorrow! 👇 Don’t miss our Public Works Open House! A fun, free event for all ages with vehicles, activities, & more! Parking is limited, so plan ahead and use alternative ways to get to the Operations Centre. 📅 May 23 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 📍 1310 Bishop St. N 👉cambridge.ca/OpenHouse

The City will celebrate Pride Month with a flag-raising ceremony at City Hall Civic Square on June 1, to recognize the history and courage of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. More info: https://bit.ly/4nLUXTx

Public Works Week shoutout to the crews who keep the city moving 🚧🌳 From high-flying arborists to roads teams fixing potholes and keeping streets safe! It all adds up to a city everyone can enjoy 💪

June is Seniors Month! We’ve planned a bunch of activities throughout June including a picnic in the park, an ice cream social, an Indigenous history workshop, and information sessions on a range of different topics. See the whole list of events at cambridge.ca/SeniorsMonth

Calling all young astronauts! 🌟 Spend your PD Day exploring the cosmos at WG Johnson Centre for our Out of This World camp on May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 🪐 Ages 6–12: WG Johnson Centre 🪐 Ages 4–6: WG Johnson Centre Spaces fill fast! Register at https://bit.ly/4wfkEPW

Explore the Cambridge Farmers’ Market with a fun youth scavenger hunt 🕵️‍♀ Explore the market, solve clues, complete fun challenges, & discover local vendors. Plus, enjoy music, food, community vibes, & prizes along the way! 🌽🔍🎁 📍 Cambridge Farmers’ Market (Community Booth) 🗓️ Sat, May 30 |⏰ 9–12

We’re celebrating the people who keep our city running. 💖 Stop by our Public Works Open House on Sat, May 23 starting at 10 am for equipment demos, family-friendly activities, & meet our Infrastructure Services team. Limited parking. Consider alternative transportation. 👉 cambridge.ca/openhouse

Thinking about putting your name forward in the 2026 Municipal Election? Join us tonight for a Candidate Election Information Night to learn more about the process. ⏰ 6:30 – 8 p.m. 📍 Council Chambers, 46 Dickson Street Find more election information at cambridge.ca/election

We were pleased to welcome our neighbours from the City of Brantford for a site visit to the Rec Complex on Friday! 🏗️ CAO Michael Bradley and Mayor Kevin Davis joined us to tour the facility and connect on shared priorities in recreation and community services. Thanks for the visit! 🙏

The section of Main St. between Ainslie St. & Water St. downtown Cambridge closes on Monday as part of the seasonal road closures to create more pedestrian space through the summer.  ☀️ 🌳 Bring on that downtown energy.  😎 More info: cambridge.ca/patioseason 

Hot day ahead ☀️ Yellow-level heat warning in Waterloo Region ⚠️ Highs near 30°C (humidex ~36 🥵) Stay cool & safe: 💧 Drink water 👀 Watch for heat illness 👵 Check on neighbours ❄️ Cool off indoors or at a cooling space Find locations: https://bit.ly/4dQFqOK Stay cool, Cambridge 😎

National AccessAbility Week is May 31 – June 6. Let’s work together to create a city where all individuals can thrive. Learn about how we’re making #Cbridge more accessible: cambridge.ca/accessibility

Happy Victoria Day! Wishing everyone a safe and relaxing holiday. Celebrate safely & respectfully. For fireworks rules: cambridge.ca/fireworks If fireworks are being discharged dangerously or unsafely, contact WRPS at 519‑570‑9777 where concerns will be addressed in real time.

Love ‘em or hate ‘em, today is not a fireworks day. ⛔ 🎆 Fireworks are only permitted on Victoria Day (Monday, May 18) and only until 11 pm Let’s be good neighbours & follow the rules. For more information on our fireworks bylaw, visit: cambridge.ca/fireworks

Today’s the day, Cambridge! 🏆🏒 Celebrate the RedHawks’ Sutherland Cup win starting at 3 pm 🎉 🥅 Victory parade: Galt Arena Gardens → City Hall (3–3:40 pm) ✍️ Autographs • 🧸 Teddy Bear Toss • 🍦 Food trucks • 🚜 Zamboni photo ops 👉 Full details: cambridge.ca/RedHawksParade Come be part of it!

If you’re out and about this long weekend, please note that Blair Road remains closed as part of ongoing retaining wall reconstruction. 🚧 ✅ The sidewalk remains open for pedestrians 🚗 Drivers are asked to follow posted detours in the area Thanks for your patience while we complete this work! 🫶

Victoria Day long weekend is almost here! ☀️ Cambridge City Hall offices will be closed on May 18, and City-run facilities will have adjusted hours. To see what’s open and closed, visit: https://bit.ly/4d9ZgEo

Did you know that Cambridge has over 200 parks for you to enjoy this season? Residents and non-residents of Cambridge are all able to rent fields, courts, diamonds, and picnic areas! ⚽️⚾️🧺 Find out how to rent a space today 👉 cambridge.ca/facilities

Kick off the May long weekend celebrating the Cambridge RedHawks’ Sutherland Cup win 🏆 📅 May 16 | 3–6 pm 🥅 Parade 3 pm: Galt Arena → City Hall Food, fun & RedHawks pride 🎉 Bring a stuffy for the teddy toss 🧸 👉 More info: cambridge.ca/RedHawksParade

Are you considering becoming a candidate in the upcoming election? Attend our Candidate Election Information Night to learn about eligibility, requirements, & what to expect during the election.   📅 Wednesday, May 20 | 6:30 – 8 pm 📍 Council Chambers   Find more election info at cambridge.ca/election

No road trip needed this long weekend 👀 The Cambridge RedHawks are Sutherland Cup champs 🏆 Celebrate with a championship parade + former NHL players 🌟🏒 📅 Sat, May 16 | 3–6 pm 🏒 Galt Arena Gardens → City Hall 👉 Parade & full event details: cambridge.ca/RedHawksParade

Did you know the City of Cambridge offers a Friendly Visiting program? It matches volunteers with socially isolated older adults, or adults with a physical disability for social visits. For referrals, contact (519) 623-1340 ext. 4820 or email [email protected] for more information.

5 DAYS TO GO! 🚨⏰ Kick off the May long weekend celebrating the Cambridge RedHawks’ Sutherland Cup win 🏆   📅 May 16 | 3–6 pm 🥅 Parade: Galt Arena Gardens → City Hall (3–3:40 pm) Food, family‑friendly fun & lots of RedHawks pride at City Hall 🎉   👉 More info: bit.ly/48ZFIQG

Victoria Day is almost here! ✨🎇 Fireworks are allowed Monday, May 18 only, from dusk–11 p.m. Enjoy the show on your own property, follow safety rules, clean up after — and avoid a $250 fine 🚨 👉 Get the full scoop: cambridge.ca/fireworks

Fibre coming to Cambridge! 🔌Construction starts May 12 across select areas. Residents and businesses in installation zones will be contacted directly. This upgrade means faster, more reliable internet citywide ⚡ Learn how fibre supports a connected, growing Cambridge: https://www.cambridge.ca/fibre

City Council meets tonight at 6:30 pm. Includes Statutory Public Meeting (cont. of May 5). Items include noise by-laws, 2026 tax levy, GrandBridge appointments, cemetery upgrades & more! Pls keep the meeting welcoming and respectful. Agenda: https://bit.ly/4dix5lh Watch Live: https://bit.ly/4eAmPap

Ever wondered what it’s like behind the wheel of a City vehicle? 👀 Bring the family to our Public Works Open House and get hands-on with the machines that keep Cambridge moving. 📅 Saturday, May 23 📍 1310 Bishop St. N 👉More info: cambridge.ca/openhouse

Patio Season has finally entered the chat. The seasonal road closures return in Downtown Cambridge & the Hespeler Village!  ☀️ Main St. between Water & Ainslie – Closed 7 days a week ☀️ Queen St. between Guelph & Tannery – Closed Fri at 4 pm to Sun at 6 pm Learn more: cambridge.ca/patioseason 

Did you know your voter information isn’t automatically updated? This means if you’ve moved or changed your name, then you need to update your information. You can update this through Elections Ontario until August 12! 🔗 https://bit.ly/4d8D3q5

Join the City Council Meeting tomorrow, May 12 at 6:30 p.m. 📄 View the agenda: bit.ly/4bEyLVC 🎥 Watch live: bit.ly/30VTqjP Respect and kindness make all the difference; let’s ensure they guide our discussions.

We have liftoff! Join us at WG Johnson Center for an Out of This World PD Day camp on May 29 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 🚀 🪐6 - 12 years old at WG Johnson Centre 🪐4 - 6 years old at WG Johnson Centre Register today at https://bit.ly/4wfkEPW

May long weekend + championship hockey = Cambridge’s biggest hockey parade yet! 🥅🏆 📅 May 16 | 3–3:40 pm 🎉 Victory parade kicks off at Galt Arena Gardens and rolls to City Hall 🏒 Meet the champs, sign jerseys, teddy bear toss & more! 👉 Full event details: cambridge.ca/RedHawksParade

The Cambridge RedHawks are Sutherland Cup champions & the City is celebrating parade‑style! 🏆🏒 📅 Sat. May 16 | 3–6 pm 🥅 Victory parade: Galt Arena Gardens → City Hall | 3–3:40 pm Autographs, Teddy Bear Toss, Food trucks, Zamboni photo ops & more! 👉 Full event details: cambridge.ca/RedHawksParade

Save the date! Our Public Works Open House is happening soon. 📅 Saturday, May 23 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. 📍 1310 Bishop St. N What’s in store: 🚛 Explore City vehicles up close 🎨 Paint a plow 🍔 Food trucks 🎈 Face painting, giveaways & more! More details: cambridge.ca/openhouse

Do you have an emergency kit? As we wrap up Emergency Preparedness Week, this is the perfect time to make a kit if you don’t have one. If you do, this is a reminder to make sure it’s up to date! Get the full checklist at cambridge.ca/EPweek

We joined municipal planners, housing leaders, and GIS professionals from across Ontario at the GIS Conference - Where Next: Planning & Housing. Staff shared how Cambridge is modernizing planning & housing through commitment to innovation and smart growth. 🏗️

As part of Emergency Preparedness Week, make sure you’re ready by signing up for Alert Waterloo Region notifications. You’ll receive public safety messages in the event of a large-scale emergency – such as a flood or severe weather. Learn more and sign up at alertwr.ca #EPWeek2026

Get informed before you decide! Our Candidate Election Information Night will provide an overview of the election process & practical information for prospective candidates. 📅 Wed., May 20 ⏰ 6:30 – 8 p.m. 📍 Council Chambers, 46 Dickson St. Additional election information 👉 cambridge.ca/election

Want to sell, perform, march, or showcase your group at Canada Day 2026? This is your moment.🍁 Vendor & parade applications close May 22. Don’t wait, join the celebration! cambridge.ca/CanadaDay

Please be advised of the following road closures: 🚧 Cedar St. at Ramore St. until May 9 for the start of a road reconstruction project on Ramore St. 🚧Conestoga Blvd. will have periodic lane closures until May 12 for road repairs. Please follow posted signage for detours around the closure.

When disaster strikes, having a family emergency plan makes all the difference. Planning takes a few minutes, but it could save lives. Your plan should cover questions like: ➡️Where will you meet if you’re separated? ➡️How will you evacuate your home if needed? Find more here: cambridge.ca/EPweek

Nearly every phone in Ontario will be alerted once on May 7th, at 1:55pm. This test is designed to ensure the Alert Ready Emergency System works effectively during real life-threatening situations like floods, fires, or amber alerts. For more info visit: AlertReady.ca @cambridgefiredepartment.ca

Join us as we kick off National AccessAbility Week in Cambridge!📣 📅 Sat., May 30 📍 City Hall, 50 Dickson St. ⏰ 10 am – 2 pm Meet local organizations, learn about accessibility programs, & be part of the conversation on breaking barriers and building community. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4d5yBIA

Public Works Week is coming up! Join us Saturday, May 23 for our Bishop St. Operations Centre Open House. 🎉 Free admission 💙 Optional donations in support of @CambFoodBank 🚜 Equipment displays, family activities & giveaways Learn more: cambridge.ca/openhouse

City and WRPS advance community safety with two new agreements. More info: https://bit.ly/4d833Rt

Join us tonight as Council discusses the Draft Preston Secondary Plan and the vision for Preston’s next 25 years. 🏡🌳 🕠 6:30 pm 📍Council Chambers, 50 Dickson Street. Learn more and view the Draft Secondary Plan at the 🔗 in our bio!