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| Place | Waterloo |
| Type | City |
| Province / Territory | Ontario (ON) |
| Location | Waterloo |
| Country | Canada |
| Latitude | 43.479722 |
| Longitude | -80.541111 |
| Importance | City |
| CGN ID | FDBJZ |
Waterloo is a city in Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. It is classified as a city. Waterloo is located at 43.4797°N, 80.5411°W.
Waterloo, Ontario, rests comfortably within the gentle, rolling terrain of Southwestern Ontario, a landscape shaped by the slow, patient work of glaciers and now crisscrossed by the Grand River, whose waters have long sustained life and industry. It lies 8.8 km north-west of Kitchener, ON (from Kitchener, ON: bearing 321°T), and is situated 13.8 km east of Berlett's Corners. Historically, this land was part of the Haldimand Tract, a significant Indigenous territory, before settlement brought waves of German Mennonites, whose industrious spirit and agricultural acumen deeply imprinted upon the region's character. This foundation of hard work and community continues to resonate within Waterloo's economy, which has evolved from its agricultural roots to become a hub for technology and innovation, a dynamic blend of tradition and forward-thinking enterprise. The air here often carries a clean, crisp scent, particularly after a rain, hinting at the fertile soil and the abundance of green spaces that dot the urban fabric. The cultural pulse of Waterloo is a vibrant mix, reflecting its diverse heritage and forward-looking industries. Home to the esteemed University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, the city buzzes with intellectual energy, fostering a spirit of discovery and learning that permeates daily life. While no major professional sports teams call Waterloo home, the passionate collegiate athletics often fill that niche, drawing enthusiastic crowds. Notable landmarks include the historic St. Jacobs Market, a beloved gathering place with a palpable sense of community, and the Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, a beacon of global scientific inquiry. Though not a place of sprawling natural parks within its immediate bounds, the nearby Grand River Conservation Authority offers ample opportunity to connect with the region's natural beauty, and the quiet hum of innovation, punctuated by the laughter of students and the murmur of conversation at local cafes, defines the distinctive rhythm of Waterloo.
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Location data for Waterloo is sourced from the Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada, and verified by coordinates rather than name matching alone. GPS coordinates, province, administrative location and place type are shown in the information panel above.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | Canadian Geographical Names Database (CGN), Natural Resources Canada |