A new interactive map highlighting gaps in access to key services across Waterloo Region shows Elmira ranking in the middle of the pack, raising questions about how well the growing community is being served as the region’s population climbs.
One Million Neighbours Waterloo Region released its Neighbourhood Service Map earlier last week, ranking neighbourhoods based on access to services such as public transit, schools, green space, libraries, health care and community spaces. Neighbourhoods are categorized as having “most access,” “average access,” or “least access,” with rankings adjusted for population size. All colour-coordinated, of course.
Elmira falls entirely within the pink “average access” category, meaning residents generally have moderate access to services but may still face gaps compared to more urban parts of Kitchener and Waterloo.
