Chicopee: Active outdoor living beside the Grand River in east Kitchener
Chicopee is one of east Kitchener’s most active and outdoors-oriented communities. Its defining landmark, the Chicopee Ski and Summer Resort, has been part of Kitchener-Waterloo life since 1934. The Tremaine Park pocket offers newer homes with a contemporary feel. Chicopee Park and the Grand River sit close by, giving residents outstanding year-round access to trails and nature. The area draws families, young professionals, and long-established residents alike.
Schools
Public elementary students attend Chicopee Hills Public School or Howard Robertson Public School from JK through Grade 6. Grade 7 and 8 students move to Sunnyside Senior Public School. High school students attend Eastwood Collegiate Institute. Catholic elementary students attend Saint John Paul II Catholic Elementary School or St. Patrick Catholic Elementary School, followed by St. Mary’s High School.
School catchment for any address being considered should be confirmed directly with the applicable school boards. See our school finder for more local school information in Chicopee, Kitchener.
Amenities
- Chicopee Ski and Summer Resort — skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, and seasonal events since 1934. A true neighbourhood landmark.
- Chicopee Park and the Walter Bean Trail for trails, natural areas, and riverside recreation year-round.
- Grand River access for paddling, fishing, and the Walter Bean Grand River Trail.
- Centreville Chicopee Community Centre with splash pad, gym, and community library next door.
- Fairview Park Mall and the Fairway Road corridor for shopping, dining, and everyday needs.
- ION LRT at Fairview Park Mall for fast regional transit connections.
Check the Kitchener Walk Score for walkability, transit, and bike scores in this area (neighbourhood-specific scores are not available).
2025 Market Statistics
Detached — Average
$796,977
Townhouses — Average
$543,155
Condo Apartment — Average
$348,806
Number of Sales
78