Mask Bloc Waterloo Region

We provide masks, tests, and information free of charge in the so-called Waterloo Region.

get free masks and tests

We have free, high-quality N95 masks and rapid tests for pickup or delivery. Just fill out our form, and one of our volunteers will contact you as soon as possible!

You can also get masks here:

Full Circle Foods, 16 King St E (Map)
SHORE Centre, 50 Westmount Rd N (Map)

These masks are available to all community members, no request necessary.

We have:
Sizes infant, child, S, M, and L
Mostly head-strap models, some ear-loops
COVID rapid tests (expiring December 2026)If you would like a specific kind of mask, please let us know and we will check our stock for you.

We can also recycle your used masks! Put them in a sealed zip-lock bag and we can collect it during your next pick-up or drop-off.

resources and infographics

Below you will find resources and information about the ongoing COVID pandemic and more!

Local resources

Food Not Bombs KW
Food Not Bombs KW serves a free meal every Saturday at 4:30 PM in Carl Zehr Square, Kitchener! Look for them in the underpass between City Hall and College St. Most weekends they serve a hot meal, and they always have desserts, fresh bread, and fresh produce as long as supplies last! The hot meal is always vegan (meat, egg, and dairy-free). Anyone and everyone welcome! On the last Saturday of the month all volunteers will be masked.

Pandemic resources

Mar's Pandemical Survival Guide 2.0
A quick-reference guide for masking info.

What to do When You Have COVID
A guide for creating your plan for when/if you have COVID.

How to Start a Mask Bloc
A zine with information about starting a mask bloc in your area.

How to Organize an In-Person Covid-Safe Event
A guide with tips about organizing a safer in person event.

Infographics and Articles

MBWR Mask Cycling Guide (Instagram)
Guide with information on how to safely reuse your masks. (Please let us know if you are not on Instagram and would like a copy of the guide.)

Wearing a mask while exercising indoors improves lung function
Masks not only help protect wearers from virus transmission, but improve the exercise experience in both dry and cold conditions, study shows.

Anti-Mask Rhetoric Weakens Movements
On the comments about ICE agents and masks.

COVID Looked More Equal by the End. It Really Wasn’t.
Insights from Canadian seroprevalence data.

We need to talk about covid and pets
Information about how COVID can affect our pets.

Flyers & Zines

masks!! your super-star sidekick
kid-friendly zine about how masks help prevent illness (Free & printable for distribution)

Why I Still Wear a Mask in 2026
mini zine about why the artist, Steel Transplants, still wears a mask in 2026 and encourages you to as well! (Free & printable for distribution)

Mask Bloc Waterloo Region Poster
Flyer with information about Mask Bloc Waterloo Region (Free & printable for distribution)

Upcoming Events

This is a list of upcoming covid-cautious/masked events within the region. We are not necessarily associated with any event listed. Please let us know if you want your event added or removed!

DateEventLocationMasking
Feb 15Earthshakers Creativity ClubOnline, event infoOnline event
Feb 28Food Not BombsDowntown Kitchener, org infoMandatory indoors
Mar 2Earthshakers Creativity ClubOnline, event infoOnline event
Mar 7Bolo’s Boot Scootin’ Birthday (Line Dancing)Uptown Waterloo, event infoMandatory indoors
Mar 15Earthshakers Creativity ClubDowntown Kitchener, event infoMandatory in space

donate supplies

Thanks for your donation of unused masks or tests! Please contact us directly to arrange a pick-up or drop-off of supplies.DM us on Instagram(Click to reveal email)
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E-transfer:
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financial transparency

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Volunteer With Us

We respect each person's individual pace and celebrate every contribution. Everyone is welcome to work with us within their own capacity, skills, and interests!

We're also happy to collaborate with other groups and campaigns to improve accessibility and quality of life in our area. Please reach out to us through insta or email if you want to work together on something!