Location
Wilfrid Laurier University is located in the city of Waterloo in
the province of Ontario, Canada. The twin cities of
Kitchener-Waterloo, with a combined population of over
270,000, lie in the prosperous rural and urban area known as
the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

    Waterloo is located some 112 km west of  Toronto, 104
km northeast of London, 128 km northwest of Niagara Falls, and 65
km northwest of Hamilton.  Waterloo is easily reached by Highways
7, 8 and 85, and by the four-lane Highway 401 which connects
Montreal and Windsor and which passes within about 16 km of the
Wilfrid Laurier University campus. The community is serviced by Via
Rail and by the Gray Coach and Canada Coach bus lines. Air service
is through Pearson International Airport and thence by limousine
or bus to Waterloo.

    Throughout the Region of Waterloo, a rich local
history, a vigorous industry and a high quality of life are readily
apparent. Musical and theatrical performances, art exhibitions,
film screenings and sports activities are among the many
cultural and recreational events which will interest the student.
The Shakespearean Theatre at Stratford is only 48 km from the
campus. A neighbouring university, the University of Waterloo, is
located less than two km from the Wilfrid Laurier University
campus.