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 XS (child), S, M, and L
Mostly head-strap models, some ear-loops
Rapid tests expiring April 2026 (2 per box)
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

this section is a work-in-progress! please see our instagram or linktree for now :-)

Local resources

This is where we'll link to other local resources that we endorse, maybe places you can grab free masks or orgs we work with etc Extra link for copy-and-pasting later

Pandemic resources

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

Infographics (links to Instagram)

We'll link to infographic posts here, for ease of sharing with your friends! Placeholder link

Flyers & Zines

-masks!! your super-star sidekick
kid-friendly zine about how masks help prevent illness

Upcoming Events

DateEventLocationMasking
Oct 6Earthshakers Creativity ClubOnline, event infoOnline event
Oct 25Food Not BombsDowntown Kitchener, org infoMandatory indoors
Nov 1CCreate44 Gaukel, 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)
[email protected]

E-transfer:
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email will go here

financial transparency

this section is a placeholder rn because the web dev isn't the money toucher :o) we'll add info after the next meeting

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!