Stephen Woodworth : Member of Parliament for Kitchener Centre :

Stephen attends constituent Stephanie Bank's hair-cuting event, at Bilalo Hair Artistry, to support her fundraising for Children's Wish Foundation.

Decoration Day 2011

Grand Opening of Hope Lutheran Church

Stephen with Mayor Carl Zehr, Pastor William Chuol, Pastor Terry Hursch, MLA John Milloy, Waterloo Region Chair Carl Seiling and Kitchener City Councillor Berry Vrbanovic.

Visit to B.C.

2011 KW Walking Classic - Minds in Motion

P & P Optica Announcement

Congratulations to Medstar First Aid Services

Stephen with Walter Waganka and Cindy Armstrong

Funding Announcement for Minister Prentice

Stephen with representatives of the Grand River Conservation Authority following announcement on Protecting Species at Risk.

Oct. 29, 2010 - House of Friendship fundraiser

Biz Pal Launch

Biz Pal is a new online business permit and license service that saves time spent on paperwork and helps entrepreneurs start up faster. Stephen was joined by MPs Harold Albrecht and Peter Braid, Ken Seiling, Chair of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, Doug Craig, Mayor of Cambridge, Carl Zehr, Mayor of Kitchener and Ross Kelterborn, Mayor of the Township of Wellesley.

Chinese New Year

On February 7, 2009 Stephen joined the festivities at Forbes Hall to welcome the Chinese New Year.

Photos courtesy of Polyviews

Armenian Genocide Commemoration on Parliament Hill

April 24, 2009 marked the 94th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Armenians all over the world, including Canadians of Armenian descent commemorate this day. Stephen joined a number of Members of Parliament and dignitaries on the front steps of Parliament Hill for a commemoration service.

Gas Tax Funding

Stephen with MPs Harold Albrecht and Peter Braid announced the federal Gas Tax transfers to the provinces and municipalities will be doubled April 1, 2009, and will provide a total of $2 billion per year for municipalities to invest in projects like new roads, water treatment plants, improved buses and transit systems, as well as better sewers and bridges.

Celebrate Me Home - A Hero's Welcome Home Gala

Celebrate Me Home - A Hero's Welcome Home Gala was hosted by the Royal Highland Fusiliers of Canada and was a celebration of the safe return of serving members of our communities. His Royal Highness Prince Andrew the Duke of York is the Colonel-In-Chief of the Regiment and was a special guest at the Gala. After inspecting the guard the Prince spoke to upwards of 1000 guests, including military personnel and residents of the area.

Kitchener Students on Parliament Hill

Every year thousands of students from all over the world visit Parliament Hill. Stephen had an opportunity to chat with a group of Kitchener students after their visit.

New Citizens Meet and Greet

Stephen held a meet and greet for new Canadian citizens that had recently taken their oath of citizenship.

Statue Dedication at Regional Police Headquarters

Residential Energy Efficiency Program Annoucement

Stephen was joined by Paul Parker, REEP Board of Directors, MLA John Milloy, Regional Chair Ken Seiling, REEP Executive Director Mary Jane Patterson and REEP Outreach Coordinator Julian van Mossel for an announcement, on behalf of the Government of Canada. Stephen announced a contribution of $264,500. to REEP House, through the Community Adjustment Fund, to transform two century homes into models of energy and water efficiency.

Minds in Motion - Kitchener Waterloo Walking Classic

Stephen participated in the 5 KM Walking Classic. He finished 2nd in his class and 36th overall.

Remembrance Day - 2009

Stephen with Veteran Fred Davies and fellow Member of Parliament Harold Albrecht, Kitchener-Conestoga, at the Remembrance Day ceremony at Veteran's Green.

Taking a Lesson from Fitz the Whip

Stephen couldn't pass up the opportunity to go a round or two with Fitz the Whip Vanderpool. During his successful boxing career Fitz won five professional titles including the World Boxing Federation's Super Walterweight World Championship. Fitz now operates The Whip Boxing Academy and invited Stephen for a tour.

Launch of the Colon Cancer Check

Meeting with Prime Minister Harper

Stephen meets with The Rt. Honourable Stephen Harper on July 16, 2010

Photo taken by Jason Ransom

Can. NATO Parliamentary Assoc. 56th 2010 Session

St. Mary's Hospital Announcement

Filipino-Canadian Association

20th Anniversary Christmas Party of the Filipino-Canadian Association on December 12, 2009.

Canada Poland Friendship Group

The Canada Poland Friendship Group is made up of Senators and Parliamentarians from all Parties. On March 16, 2010 members of the friendship group attended a reception to welcome the new Polish Ambassador, Zenon Kosiniak-Kamysz.

Bread and Roses Co-operative Homes Announcement

Resurrection High School Visit to Parliament

2010 Polish Day Celebration

MADD Waterloo Region Memorial Garden Dedication

July 14, 2010 - Stephen at the unveiling of MADD Waterloo Region's Memorial Garden
Rockway Gardens, 7 Floral Crescent in Kitchener
Picture taken with Sandra Henderson

Yuletide Open Haus at Joseph Schneider Haus - Dec. 3/10

Stephen with the Grinch at Joseph Schneider Haus

Kitchener Walterloo Symphony Announcement

On March 7, 2009 Stephen was joined by Executive Director Genevieve Twomey, Music Director Edwin Outwater and Member of Parliament Harold Albrecht for a funding announcement to the Kitchener Waterloo Symphony. The funding totalling $89,000 will support the Open Ears Festival and the purchase of an integrated donor services and ticketing system. Photos courtesy of CTV.

Kitchener Waterloo Introduction Ceremony

Germanica 2009

Chinese Moon Festival

Chinese Vietnamese New Year

Anselma House Announcement at Groundbreaking

Stephen, on behalf of Minister Finley announced at the ground-breaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction of "Anselma House" that the Goverment of Canada, through CMHC provided $500,000 to Women's Crisis Services of Waterloo Region through the Shelter Enhancement Program and $10,000 in Seed Funding.

India Canada Assoc. Mela 2010 Opening Ceremonies

Oktoberfest 2010

Having fun at Oktoberfest 2010 - with Miss Oktoberfest Meghan Hennessey

Anti Coalition Rally

On December 6, 2008 a rally was held in opposition to the Liberal NDP coalition supported by the Bloc Québécois.

Volunteer Appreciation BBQ

Stephen hosted a BBQ to show his appreciation for the many volunteers who spent their time and energy helping him win the 2008 election.

Marilac Place AGM & Open House

BMO - 150 Years of Service to KW

Mennonite Central Committee

Mr. Stephen Woodworth, Member of Parliament for Kitchener Centre, in the company of Ms. Michelle Brenneman, Circles of Care Coordinator, and Mr. Rick Cober Bauman, Executive Director, Mennonite Central Committee, following the announcement of funding to the Mennonite Central Committee to assist seniors.

Ottawa Office Visitors

Stephen met with CASA representatives from left to right the students are:

Rob Lanteigne, Brock University
Celia MacDermott, University of New Brunswick St. John
Colin Lefevre, Wilfrid Laurier University
Andres Fuentes, University of Waterloo

Annual Parkinson Walk

Ontario Student Debating Union Provincial Finals

Stephen welcomed the participants, the organizers and everyone accompanying them to Kitchener for a week-end of debating. He acted a judge at the final debate.

Pakistan Canada Association Eid Fundraiser

Stephen at the September 3, 2010 Pakistan Canada Association Eid Bazaar and Flood Relief Fundraiser

Sunnyside Supportive Housing

The Sunnyside Supportive Housing and Seniors Wellness Centre is a $9.7 million housing complex that will be the first of its kind in Waterloo Region. The Project launch was celebrated on April 17, 2009. The Government of Canada contributed more than $400,000. through the Canada-Ontario Affordable Housing Program.

Downtown Kitchener Revitalization Project

On September 4, 2009 Stephen announced a Government of Canada contribution of $1,230,200.00 towards the revitalization of Kitchener's downtown core. The funding is from the Community Adjustment Fund in Southern Ontario.

Artist-In-Residence Welcome at Joseph Schneider Haus

House of Friendship 71st AGM & Strawberry Social

Kitchener Waterloo Multicultural Festival

Stephen with Mashiyat Khan at the KW Multicultural Festival which ran June 26th and 27th at Victoria Park

Oct. 2nd Wedding of Harinder Dhillon & Simrat Mand

German Memorial

Fellow Parliamentarians Harold Albrecht, Kitchener Conestoga and Peter Braid, Kitchener-Waterloo joined Stephen on November 17 at the German Memorial to remember soldiers who passed away in Canada during the First and Second World Wars.

Swearing In Ceremony

Stephen is officially sworn in as the Member of Parliament for Kitchener Centre in Canada's 40th Parliament.