Newsletter: September 2025


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Upcoming Meetups & Events

  • September
    • 10: Madmash Brewery & Restaurant (Stratford Area BC) - RSVP
    • 11: Kelsey's Original Roadhouse (Guelph BC) - RSVP
    • 16: The Canadian Brewhouse (KW BC) - RSVP
    • 22: Four Fathers Brewing (Cambridge BC) - RSVP
    • 29: Schooner Street Brewery (Eastbridge BC) - RSVP
  • October
    • 8: Decew Falls Brewing Company (Niagara Region BC) - RSVP
    • 21: Rural Roots Brewing Company (Woolwich BC) - RSVP
    • 27: The Chill Bar & Grill (Eastbridge BC) - RSVP
  • November
    • 3: Farm League Brewing (Cambridge BC) - RSVP
    • 11: The Bollywood Bistro (Guelph BC) - RSVP
    • 12: Bentley's Barr Inn & Restaurant (Stratford BC) - RSVP
  • December 8: Maxwell's Concerts & Events (A Locally Connected Festive Meetup) - RSVP
  • January 26: Morty's Pub (9th Anniversary Meetup) - RSVP

Feeding Connections: Thanks to Our Happy Hour Meetup Sponsors!

Sponsor an upcoming meetup ($200) and help create an unforgettable experience! Your support not only enhances the event but also puts your business in the spotlight, connecting you with a diverse and engaged community. Click here for full sponsorship details. 

eNewsletter Meetup Venues - SEP 2025

Spanish Mixer
LCCHub Happy Hour Sponsor
Festive Connections 2025-1
LCCHub App Launch
LCCHub Volunteer Spotlight Trevor Wright
LCCHub Shop Local Discounts
LCCHub 12 Days of Shop Local
LCCHub Podcast Logo
LCCHub Shop Local Rewards

Your Community Is Looking – Are You Showing Up?

On Canada Day, the Locally Connected Community Hub celebrated something truly local — the launch of its ConnectSWO community engagement app!

Now’s the time to make sure your profile is working for you. Take a few minutes to review and update your listing so potential customers, collaborators, and community members can find you easily. The app connects thousands of users across South and Southwestern Ontario — make sure your info is current, complete, and compelling.

Don’t miss your chance to be seen!

  • Listen to our launch podcast for a behind-the-scenes look of the ConnectSWO app.
  • Download the ConnectSWO app for Android / iOS.
  • Add your business or personal profile.

More Member Perks Just Added!

Locally Connected Shop Local Discounts continue to expand — bringing you even more exclusive offers from our members, for our members! It’s our way of saying thank you for being part of this thriving, ever-growing community.

Our three exclusive discounts include:

These perks are available to anyone who follows the Locally Connected Community Hub on  Instagram or Facebook, or who has a completed profile in the ConnectSWO app.
More discounts are coming soon — stay tuned and keep supporting local!


Testimonial

I was a little nervous to attend my first Meetup, but everyone was so warm and welcoming that those nerves quickly disappeared. I had such a great time at the networking event — I left feeling energized and full of fresh ideas! I truly appreciate all the support I received last night. The atmosphere was so positive and fun, and it’s all thanks to you and your amazing volunteers. I’m incredibly grateful to have found this group and am already looking forward to the next event!

– Stacy Bergen, Founder and CEO
End to End Financial Services Inc.

Event Highlights

Newsletter Photo Album - Boston Pizza Waterloo 2025
Newsletter Photo Album - Crowsfoot Smokehaus 2025
Newsletter Photo Album - Lounge Six
Newsletter Photo Album - 2025 Group Shots

Online Resources


New Members

Eastbridge Chapter

  • Deborah Shewell - Clearwater Bookkeeping Solutions
  • Eric Hoshooley - Thunderstorm Productions
  • Eric Hoshooley - Thunderstorm Snacks
  • Jason McKenty - Region of Waterloo
  • Jodi Armit - Jodi Armit Photography
  • Saed Khraim - First Choice Car Care & Detailing
  • Shawn Kavanaugh - RBC Dominion Securities
  • Valentine Ohalebo

Kitchener Waterloo Chapter

  • Angela Widdicombe - Dialpad
  • April Patterson - Financial Harmony
  • Brennan O'Connor - Dialpad
  • Berleine Marin - Intelso IT Solutions
  • Denise Young - Hope & Grace for Grieving Moms
  • Dylan Spencer - The Canadian Brewhouse
  • Emily Tell - IdeaTilt Inc.
  • Faith Igbinedion - 3DLifestylw Kitchener
  • Farah Ateeq
  • Hillary Salvian - The Club at Northfield
  • Kevin Litwiller - Schooley Mitchell of Kitchener-Waterloo
  • Mario Mihaljev - Dialpad
  • Melanie Thomas - MelanieThomas.ca
  • Mohamad Alsharea - Hadi Barbershop
  • Nadwa Alsharea - Hadi Barbershop
  • Olivia Verbit - AJF Studio
  • Rajan Thomas - Plutoplanet
  • Roberto Bazan - Lovbot Marketing
  • Tessa Kohler - Saje Natural Wellness

Cambridge Chapter

  • Ashley Griffin - GRIFFCOMM Inc
  • Runo Eto - Rec.Corner 

Guelph Chapter

  • John  Wills

Niagara Region Chapter

  • Cameron Steer - MagnoIQ
  • Carolyn Fish - Expanded Living Coaching
  • Clare Pajot
  • Dale Myrie - Bespoke
  • Debi Katsmar - Prowl Communications
  • Diana Myrie - Royalty Consulting Services
  • Eleanor Pineau - Myco Pet
  • Emily Doucette
  • Erin McKinnon - Rock Capital Mortgage
  • Gio Aldrin Decrepito - World Financial Group
  • Heather Housser
  • Jason Campbell
  • Karen Robson - Discover Your Colour
  • Ken Bridgman - The Super Patch Company
  • Kevin  - Lounge Six Parkway Sky Bar
  • Mark Epp - Eppcon Electrical Solutions
  • Mark Wood - Tradebank
  • Matthew Gamble - MagnoIQ
  • Naranjan Nota
  • Patricia Tudor
  • Ron Huard - The Millron Group
  • Stephanie Carido - Money Map Niagara - WFG

Stratford Chapter

  • Nathan Ropp - Sprucewood Tack Shop

Woolwich Chapter

  • Adil Rauf - Redmount Canada
  • Carlene Hawley
  • Donna Arseneau
  • Edward Denyer - Eco Cafe St. Jacobs
  • Ryan Meghdies - Tastic Marketing
  • Vanessa Rusu - Vanessa Rusu Digital

Member at Large

  • Chaenel Mattis
  • Jai Jerom - Plutoplanet Inc.
  • Joanne Sparrow - Joanne Sparrow Consulting
  • Sharon Dalari - Konscious Unapologetic Nitid Thoughts
LCCHUB Door Prize Sponsors - JUN 2025

Annual Meetup Door Prize Sponsors

  • ALL Corporate Print & Branding
  • Andy's Custom Contracting
  • Bailey's Local Foods
  • bookmytherapy.ca
  • Brentwood Custom Lasering
  • Caudle's Catch Seafood
  • Cellular Phoenix
  • Chef On Call
  • Classic Indian Restaurant
  • Creekside Hearing
  • Cross Heating & Air Conditioning
  • Ctrl V - Cambridge
  • Ctrl V - Guelph
  • Ctrl V - Waterloo
  • Dairy Queen Grill & Chill (King Street North)
  • DT Shawarma (Bridge Street West)
  • Eby Manor Golden Guernsey Dairy Market
  • Enspire Dental Opportunities
  • Expedia Cruises (Fairway Road South)
  • Expedia Cruises (Waterloo)
  • Freshco (University & Bridge)
  • Garrett Peck Visuals
  • Gecko Websites
  • Grand River Tanning Salon
  • Greater Kitchener Waterloo Chamber of Commerce
  • Hand & Stone - Guelph
  • Hand & Stone - The Boardwalk
  • HiWay Flowers
  • irisHR
  • Jackie Lauer, Leadership Consulting & Coaching
  • KW Siskins
  • Lavish Nails & Beauty Spa
  • Les trois lys herbal clinic
  • Like A Son Handyman Services
  • Meal in a Jar
  • Morty's Pub
  • OUR Community Dollar
  • Pennzoil 10 Minute Oil Change
  • Pharmasave - Carriage Crossing Pharmacy
  • Red Swan Pizza (Northfield Drive)
  • Regal Nails Cambridge
  • Renu Coaching
  • ShineCo Cleaning
  • St. Louis Bar & Grill
  • Sugar Savvy Beauty Boutique
  • The Poop Valet
  • The Pickle Barrel (Conestoga Mall)
  • Trevello
  • Ultimate Vision Web & IT Solutions
  • Ultra Plumbing & HVAC
  • Vasco Real Estate
  • Wally Parr Foods
  • Waterloo Bike Shop
  • YUMMY Burgers

Connected Chronicles

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We look forward to seeing you at one of our many upcoming Meetups! Click here to confirm your spot (if you haven't already)!

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Jason Kipfer
Founder & Chair, Locally Connected Community Hub
Co-Founder & Chair, Eastbridge Business Connections