The Village at University Gates

The Village at University Gates A vibrant community offering both Long-Term Care and Retirement Living, home to over 500 residents.

We proudly share our space beside the Research Institution for Ageing. The Village at University Gates is a long term care home located in Waterloo with a unique partnership with the Research Institute for Aging (RIA), The University of Waterloo, and Conestoga College. We believe in resident centred care with a strong emphasis on the residents needs and desires. Our partnership with research and education helps us to provide the most innovative care to our residents.

Yesterday we had so much fun hosting a wine tasting in the Ruby 🍷 We were joined by so many of our wonderful Neighbours ...
02/25/2026

Yesterday we had so much fun hosting a wine tasting in the Ruby 🍷 We were joined by so many of our wonderful Neighbours Club members and Enzo from Colio Winery. Thank you to everyone who came out and made it such a special afternoon — we’re already looking forward to the next one! ✨

What an amazing day we had yesterday! We were honoured to host the West Schlegel Olympics here at University Gates. The ...
02/13/2026

What an amazing day we had yesterday! We were honoured to host the West Schlegel Olympics here at University Gates. The day was filled with friendly competition, lots of laughter, and wonderful community spirit. Thank you to everyone who came to our Village to join us and help make it such an unforgettable day.

💙 Thank You, University Gates Community! 💙Thank you to everyone who joined us on Main Street this Wednesday for our Alzh...
01/09/2026

💙 Thank You, University Gates Community! 💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Main Street this Wednesday for our Alzheimer’s Coffee Break. All donations went directly to the Alzheimer’s Society, and together we raised $393.85 in support of this important cause.

Thank you as well to Tim Hortons for providing the coffee, hot chocolate, and Timbits that helped make the morning such a success.

We truly appreciate everyone’s support and participation. ☕💙

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Village of University Gates! 🎄Wishing all our residents, families, and friends a joyful Chris...
12/25/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from the Village of University Gates! 🎄
Wishing all our residents, families, and friends a joyful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and peace. May your homes be warm, your hearts be full, and the season bring happiness to you and those you hold dear. Thank you for being part of our wonderful community—we’re grateful for each of you. ✨

Our hearts are truly full this holiday season ❤️ Thanks to our wonderful partnership with Home Instead and the overwhelm...
12/15/2025

Our hearts are truly full this holiday season ❤️ Thanks to our wonderful partnership with Home Instead and the overwhelming generosity of our community, so many seniors felt remembered, valued, and loved. Thank you to everyone who donated a gift and helped make Be a Santa to a Senior so special 🎁✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open House today at University Gates. It was such a joy to see residents com...
12/10/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Open House today at University Gates. It was such a joy to see residents coming together, sharing laughter, catching up with friends, and welcoming one another in the spirit of community.

Guests enjoyed delicious hors d’oeuvres, festive drinks, and wonderful live entertainment, all while filling the space with great conversation and holiday cheer. Moments like these truly capture what makes life at University Gates so special.

Thank you for making today such a memorable and heart-warming celebration—we’re already looking forward to the next time we gather together!

Our favourite guest made a special stop at University Gates during our Christmas Market, and the photos are ready! Famil...
11/30/2025

Our favourite guest made a special stop at University Gates during our Christmas Market, and the photos are ready! Families can now enjoy and download their Santa moments from today’s event.

Wishing everyone a season full of warmth, joy, and a touch of Christmas magic.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Market yesterday. The Village was filled with warm smiles, holiday...
11/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Christmas Market yesterday. The Village was filled with warm smiles, holiday cheer, and a wonderful sense of community from start to finish.

Residents, families, team members, and neighbours came together to celebrate the season, support local vendors, and enjoy a day overflowing with festive spirit. Your presence made the event truly special.

A heartfelt thank-you to our volunteers, staff, and all who helped bring the magic to life.

It’s 9pm which means it’s officially time to snuggle up, get cozy, and rest those excited little hearts — because tomorr...
11/29/2025

It’s 9pm which means it’s officially time to snuggle up, get cozy, and rest those excited little hearts — because tomorrow is the Christmas Market here at the village from 10am to 3pm!

Can’t wait to see everyone there for festive treats, twinkly vibes, and all the holiday magic. Sleep tight… tomorrow is going to be merry and bright!

This weekend, our very own resident Robert had the honour of dropping the puck at Schlegel Day for the Waterloo Siskins ...
11/18/2025

This weekend, our very own resident Robert had the honour of dropping the puck at Schlegel Day for the Waterloo Siskins 🏒✨
Robert has been cheering on the Siskins for over 60 years, and we’ve been so grateful to call him part of our University Gates family for almost a year.
We’re also proud to share that Schlegel day drew the biggest crowd the Siskins have seen this season — thank you to everyone who came out to cheer, support, and celebrate with us ❤️

Our community is coming together this weekend to walk 6 km in support of Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. 💜We...
11/17/2025

Our community is coming together this weekend to walk 6 km in support of Women’s Crisis Services of Waterloo Region. 💜
We walk in honour of the woman who loses her life every six days to intimate partner violence in Canada.
We walk for women of every generation.

🎄 The holiday season is coming — and so is our Christmas Market! Join us on Saturday, November 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to ...
11/12/2025

🎄 The holiday season is coming — and so is our Christmas Market!

Join us on Saturday, November 29th, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for festive shopping, community cheer, and plenty of Christmas spirit.

Bring your friends, family, and neighbours — everyone’s invited to share in the fun!

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250 Laurelwood Drive
Waterloo, ON
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A Unique Continuum Of Care Offering A Full Range Of Living & Care Options All On One Campus. We Provide A Holistic Health Care In A Home Like Environment Within An Internal Neighbourhood Design.