Cameron Mahler

Cameron is a reporter with CBC Kitchener-Waterloo. Cameron has previously interned with CBC Toronto's Enterprise Unit. For story ideas, you can contact him at cameron.mahler@cbc.ca.

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Kitchener moves to draft renoviction bylaw, Waterloo looking at implementing safeguards

Kitchener is drafting a renoviction bylaw to tackle bad-faith evictions, while Waterloo is considering a similar licensing approach due to legal concerns.

Guelph mother launches complaint against police after son's in-custody death

Faye Dzikewich of Guelph has launched a complaint with the Law Enforcement Complaints Agency, saying she needs more answers about why her son died while in police custody in July 2024.

Kitchener bylaw is using AI-powered cameras that understand parking rules

The City of Kitchener is using camera-equipped bylaw vehicles to detect parking violations using AI technology that recognizes signage and vehicle details. Officials say the goal is to improve safety and still maintain privacy for residents.
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Moms' emotional statements open Ontario inquest for 7 Maplehurst inmates after overdose deaths

The coroner's inquest into the deaths of seven men from drug overdoses while they were incarcerated at Maplehurst Correctional Complex in Milton, Ont., began Monday with emotional statements from the families being read to the jury.

New report details 'concerning' structural damage at Elizabeth Ziegler Public School

A new report reveals extensive structural damage at Elizabeth Ziegler Public School, including corroded steel supports. The school board is planning major repairs, but parents remain concerned about communication and timelines.

From clinics to culinary tours to laser tag: How this Ontario city is wooing future doctors

The group Doctors 4 Cambridge invited medical students to the city as part of the Rural Ontario Medical Placement week with a goal of convincing them to move to the community after graduation. The week included more than just showing them where they could work, but also fine dining, entertainment and more.

Tom Longboat run cancelled by Six Nations after family decries local cannabis industry

The immediate family of famed Haudenosaunee runner Tom Longboat say they won't participate in the annual run named after him while the cannabis industry operates on Six Nations of the Grand River land. The event, which has been held the past 25 years, was scheduled for today.

Kitchener senior with mobility issues faces months without accessible parking

Renate Euteneier has mobility issues and requires a parking spot,. It's in her lease. But while her parking garage is under renovation, she has no other option than to hope for a visitor spot — or be forced to walk a distance she says she can't manage.

Former chair of Cambridge accessibility committee says harassment investigation meant to 'silence me'

Devin Sisak, who has been vocal about his concerns about how the City of Cambridge is addressing accessibility issues and quit the city's advisory committee in March over his frustration, says the city has launched a workplace harassment investigation against him. The city says they must act on allegations of abuse or harassment.
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2 Conservative candidate hopefuls in Waterloo say they were cast aside for an out-of-towner

Two local figures, Hans Roach and Val Neekman, are running as independents for Waterloo in the federal election after the Conservative Party nominated Waseem Botros, a candidate from outside the region.