Cold Outside. Chili Inside.

January 29, 2026

February is doing what February does best, bringing the cold.
Luckily, we’re doing what we do best at Commons. This month’s lineup is packed with community favourites designed to keep you warm and well-connected (and maybe mildly distracted from the weather outside).

Chili season has officially arrived at Commons!
Join us, February 19th, for a networking lunch where members can sample homemade chili and cast their vote for the best bowl.
Bragging rights are very much on the line.

This year’s cook-off supports the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth and their Better Together Capital Campaign, helping make a real impact in our local community.

Learn more about how Commons is committed helping our community!

Making It Through February
(Commons Edition)

Every Wednesday — Pop-Up Lunches (12:00–1:30 PM – Belmont / Glasgow Hall)

Break up the week with something tasty. Pop-up lunches returns every Wednesday!
This month our vendors are:

Feb 4th — Onboarding Tour (11AM-12PM – Meet In The Atrium)

New to Commons or want a refresher? Join us for a guided onboarding tour to get familiar with the space, discover member perks, and learn how to make the most of everything Commons has to offer. Perfect for new members, or anyone who wants to uncover a few hidden gems.

Feb 4th — Mocktail Bar Social (4pM-5PM – Glasgow Hall)

Zero proof, all fun. Join us for a mocktails social featuring creative non-alcoholic drinks! Whether you’re embracing Dry February or just love a well-crafted drink, this is a great way to unwind and connect.

Feb 11th — Wine Club (5PM-6PM – Atrium)

Wind down your day with Wine Club! Sample a curated selection of wines, learn a little along the way, and enjoy casual conversation with fellow members.
Reserve your glass

Feb 12th — Lunch and Learn: Operations for Scaling your Business
(12PM-1PM – Seagram Boardroom)

Scale smarter, not harder.
Join Commons members Jeff & Karla from Walters and Associates for a practical workshop on building the right operations and processes to save time and support growth.
Sign Up Here

Feb 16th — Closed For Family Day

The front desk will be closed February 16th, members can still access the space using KISI.

Feb 17th — Yin Yoga with Lasha (4PM-5PM – Atrium)

Slow things down with a Yin Yoga session designed to help you reset, recharge, and release tension. This gentle, restorative practice is perfect for all experience levels and a great way to ease into the rest of your week.
Sign Up Here

Feb 19th — Chili For Charity (12PM-1:30PM – Glasgow Hall)

Join us for our second annual Chili for Charity event!
Meet your new neighbours at Catalyst Commons and vote on your favourite chili.
Get to know your fellow members in our community over lunch, brief presentations and networking in Glasgow Hall.

12:00-12:30 pm – Lunch
12:30-1:00 pm – Meet your neighbour presentations
1:00-1:30 pm – Chili winner announced

Lunch is a suggested $15 donation. All money raised will go towards the Humane Society of Kitchener Waterloo & Stratford Perth as part of our Common Good Project.

Register Here!
Donate to our Catalyst Commons team here.

Feb 23rd — Member Headshots (2PM-4:30PM)

It’s time for a refresh. Sign up for professional headshots on the member portal – perfect for LinkedIn, your website, or anywhere else your face needs to show up online.