Map of Kitchener

Map of Kitchener, the largest city in Waterloo Region and part of the tri-city area with Waterloo and Cambridge.

Last reviewed on April 27, 2026

About Kitchener

Kitchener is at the centre of one of Ontario's most active technology clusters. Together with Waterloo it forms the core of the Toronto–Waterloo innovation corridor. The city was originally named Berlin and renamed in 1916.

Geography & Major Routes

Kitchener is connected by Highway 401 to the south and Highway 8 / 7 to the centre. The ION light rail line runs from Conestoga in Waterloo through Kitchener’s downtown to Fairway in southeast Kitchener.

Kitchener Districts & Communities

Downtown Kitchener around King Street, the Victoria Park area, the historic Belmont Village, and newer growth around Doon, Pioneer Tower, and the boundary with Cambridge are key parts of the city.

Region

Kitchener is part of Waterloo Region, with a population of approximately 260,000. For broader context, see the Southern Ontario regional map and the Ontario map with cities.

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