Mary Lou Roe
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Councillor - City of Waterloo, ON. Mary Lou Roe is a community leader, entrepreneur, writer, mom, wife, and passionate community builder.
Mary Lou grew up in Elmira, studied Environmental Studies at the University of Waterloo, and after some travelling, settled in Waterloo, where she lives with her husband and two children. Mary Lou has dedicated her life to making a difference and serving her community. As an entrepreneur, Mary Lou founded her own business – The Wonderful Women’s Club. She facilitated gatherings and workshops for women, led discussions centered on women’s issues and experiences, and supported and empowered women to build confidence and become the change they seek. A community leader, Mary Lou, chairs local grassroots volunteer committees, including Community Coalition on Refugee and Immigrant Support (CCORIC) and World Refugee Day Waterloo Region. She helps to lead and organize community events and forums that raise awareness of and address issues faced by newcomers. She’s also an active member of Empire Public School Parent Council. In 2019, Mary Lou was recognized by Volunteer Waterloo Region with the “Outstanding Leadership Award” for her unwavering commitment and advocacy for refugees and newcomers in our Region. Mary Lou’s passion for community building is evident in her own neighbourhood of Maple Hills, where she organizes annual community picnics and Santa Claus parades and facilitates neighbourhood participation in community drives such as the WRPS Backpack Challenge. Mary Lou is running for Ward 6 City Councillor. She’s excited to connect with residents to listen and continue building community connections and opportunities for Ward 6 and the City of Waterloo.
07/06/2026
Congratulations to our local 2026 World Refugee Day Award recipients!
Your commitment to supporting newcomers and building community makes Waterloo Region a more welcoming, inclusive, and compassionate place. Thank you for all that you do.
We're better together.
06/28/2026
Love Canadian Fiction? Then check out Canada Fiction Fest online over the next few days. You'll find talented local authors from the City of Waterloo and lots of interesting reads!
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06/05/2026
It was such a pleasure attending the opening of another Cook's Pharmacy Waterloo location in Ward 6, City of Waterloo, this week!
A fun, family affair that reflected Cook's continued commitment to providing accessible, community-focused healthcare to our residents.
Thank you for including me. Wishing you continued success in serving the Waterloo community!
06/01/2026
I'd love to see you at Covenant Cafe in City of Waterloo on Friday, June 5, from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. for a coffee and a chat.
Whether you have a question, an idea, a concern, or just want to connect, feel free to drop by.
No agenda—just informal conversation and a chance to catch up on what's happening in our community.
I hope to see you there!
04/30/2026
Hey City of Waterloo, City of Kitchener, and Region of Waterloo,
This is a CALL FOR NOMINATIONS for the
2026 WORLD REFUGEE DAY AWARDS OF DISTINCTION!
Do you know:
* An outstanding member of the local community with lived refugee experience?
Or
* A volunteer or group dedicated to working with refugees who have contributed to making Waterloo Region a more inclusive community?
If so, NOMINATE them for a 2026 WORLD REFUGEE DAY AWARD OF DISTINCTION!
Awards will be presented Friday, June 19th at THEMUSEUM in Kitchener.
Nominate that exceptional person or group here:
WORLD REFUGEE DAY AWARDS OF DISTINCTION - CCORiC WORLD REFUGEE DAY AWARDS OF DISTINCTION 2026 Community Coalition on Refugee and Immigrant Concerns (CCORIC) is pleased to announce Waterloo Region’s annual World Refugee Day Awards of Distinction. These awards recognize individuals/groups in the following categories: Submit a Nomination Nominate a...
04/17/2026
Got up bright and early to be at Mayor Dorothy McCabe's State of the City this morning at University of Waterloo —such an uplifting start to the day!
It was inspiring to reflect on the progress we’ve made in City of Waterloo this past year and the strong vision for our community. It was a real highlight to meet the Council for a Day students and hear all about their creative ideas for Waterloo’s future.
Big thanks to Rotary Waterloo for hosting such a fantastic event in support of Waterloo Wayside!
03/29/2026
I was honoured to attend the Royal Canadian Legion Br. 530 - Waterloo Awards Night in City of Waterloo on Friday evening to celebrate and recognize the achievements of Waterloo students involved in the Remembrance Day Literary & Poster Contest.
Awards were presented to students whose artwork and literary entries were recognized at various levels of the Royal Canadian Legion. The talent, commitment, and interest shown by these students helps ensure that we continue to remember those who sacrificed for our freedom.
Congratulations to all the participants and winners!
03/19/2026
Great to attend the Accelerator Centre Global Impact Creator Showcase 2026 last week—delivered in partnership with the University of Waterloo—and see firsthand the incredible innovation happening in our community.
So many inspiring entrepreneurs doing meaningful, impactful work right here in City of Waterloo—especially my friends Robin Andrade McFarlane and Tom McFarlane. Proud to support and celebrate your work on Patient Pro, helping bring greater consistency to pharmacy education, and all the contributions from your fellow founders!
02/21/2026
I was thrilled to attend the Black Pharmacy Professionals of Canada’s conference at UW School of Pharmacy this weekend and spend time listening and learning from healthcare and pharmacy professionals from across Canada.
It was inspiring to be in the room with leaders committed to collaboration, innovation, and expanding opportunities in healthcare. Thank you to the organizers for including me in such a meaningful event!
02/17/2026
Thrilled to be a spectator at the West Schlegel Villages Olympics at University Gates in City of Waterloo last Thursday!
An exhilarating day of camaraderie, friendly competition, and connection. Congratulations to all of the athletes and medal winners—what a fantastic community event!
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