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  • City of Cambridge announces new City Manager

    After an extensive search for an inspiring and exemplary leader, the City of Cambridge is pleased to announce Rob Axiak will become the new City Manager, effective Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Mr.

  • City to unveil Handmaid’s Tale walking tour and exclusive exhibits

    The City of Cambridge invites fans of The Handmaid’s Tale to Under His Eye: The Gilead Experience – a self-guided tour of filming locations with exhibits featuring original film props and items on loan from our partners at Take 5 Productions. The tour offers visitors the chance to explore streets and locations where the award-winning show was filmed and showcases Cambridge’s leading role in the popular series.

  • City Hall & Council Chambers Reopening October 14

    The City of Cambridge will reopen full public access to Council Chambers and City Hall beginning Tuesday, October 14, following the conclusion of a police investigation earlier today which examined persistent disruptive behaviour of a member of the public. The ongoing incidents included threating remarks, inappropriate conduct on City property, aggressively pursuing contact with staff and Council and gaining access to restricted areas of City buildings more than once.

  • City of Cambridge to host Cambridge-Germany business networking reception

    The City of Cambridge is inviting local businesses with German roots to participate in an exclusive Cambridge–Germany business networking reception on Wednesday, October 15, following the Cambridge Oktoberfest festivities. Her Worship Jan Liggett, Mayor of Cambridge, Matthias Luttenberg, German Ambassador to Canada, and Connie Cody, Member of Parliament will be in attendance alongside Cambridge-based companies with German connections.

  • Thanksgiving Holiday Hours City-run facilities will have modified hours during the holidays. City Hall and Admin Buildings Cambridge City Hall offices will be closed Monday, Oct.
  • Cambridge Fire bringing home safety awareness to residents this fall

    This fall, the Cambridge Fire Department may be knocking on your door. Starting in October, firefighters from all six stations will launch the Residential Fire and Life Safety Program, visiting 3,000 homes across the city to promote fire safety.

  • Residents invited to free Oktoberfest Lunch on Wednesday, October 15

    Bring your oom-pah and appetite and enjoy a sausage with sauerkraut at City Hall Join Mayor Jan Liggett and Cambridge City Council for the annual Cambridge Oktoberfest Lunch on Wednesday, October 15 from 11:30 a.m.

  • Leaf Collection - Sustainable Options for Your Property There are several great ways to manage leaves on your property that can benefit both you and the environment. You can bag your leaves for the Region of Waterloo’s yard waste collection program, which runs until December 5, 2025.
  • 2026 Community Grants Program now open Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Community Grants Program. This program provides funds to volunteer or not-for-profit organizations in Cambridge that aim to improve the life of residents.
  • Canada Post Strike

    Canada Post has announced a national strike effective Thursday, September 25, 2025. All incoming and outgoing mail will be impacted.