Author: Lesley McKay
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The cooler weather just doesn’t seem to be ending and neither are Councillor Gower’s updates for our community. This week, the Councillor invites residents to attend a presentation…
Youth encouraged to create and collaborate on Stittsville’s mural – Field Notes from Stittsville
The collaboration of Stittsville Village Association, Birdgirl Arts, and Pretty Pots Flowers & Gifts are pleased to announce that their mural proposal has been funded through the City of Ottawa’s Paint It Up program!
Action, comedy and romance take the stage in The Heart of Robin Hood at Kanata Theatre
The bold and imaginative retelling of the classic legend breathes new life into the familiar tale of Sherwood Forest, offering audiences a fresh perspective…
Spring Tulipfest blooms at Saunders Farm to celebrate their 50th Anniversary
To mark its 50th anniversary, Saunders Farm is launching a brand-new vibrant spring festival, Tulipfest, from May 9-24, 2026 and presented by Saunders Cider.
Residents joined Councillor Gower to ‘Walk the Story’ of Stittsville
“This year’s Walk focused on the history, present state and future of Stittsville Main Street, and how it has transformed from ‘string town’ to suburb,” says Councillor Gower.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is sharing important reminders from the Ottawa Police Service regarding E-Scooter safety and rules. He will be bringing forth a motion to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee…
Stittsville Business Association celebrates special guest Collinda Joseph
Collinda is a member of Team Canada’s Wheelchair Curling team who brought home the Gold Medal from the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics.
News and events for May at the Stittsville Library Branch
Did you know that beyond books, the Stittsville Library Branch has so much more. Students can study and do homework in a quiet study area…
Papal medal presented to Stittsville resident Bruce Poulin for his years of service to those most in need
Established in 1832, the Benemerenti Medal is bestowed by the Pope upon clergy and laity in recognition of their service to the work of the Church – service to those in need.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower and the community celebrated the tremendous volunteers in our community. Behind every project, there is a volunteer generously…
Community celebrates Stittsville’s community champions – our 2026 volunteers
(Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and Councillor Glen Gower were pleased to celebrate the dedicated volunteers of Stittsville at the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards held during Volunteer Week on Thursday, April 23rd.…
Stittsville Rotarians and Team Glen unite to support Earth Day during National Volunteer Week
With Earth Day falling during National Volunteer Week, it was a meaningful event for all who participated. Stittsville residents can be proud of what our community can achieve…
West Ottawa Soccer Club kicks off their inaugural season in the Quebec LS PRO semi-pro league
WOSC will be competing for the first time at the senior competitive level in Ligue 3 Québec (L3) as the teams begin their inaugural season.
Eleventh-hour maneuver to bypass public hearings on Bill 97 is anti-democratic – Open Letter
On behalf of the Watershed Conservation Coalition, a newly established group of seventy-four dedicated professionals with decades of service supporting local science-based and watershed resource management, we are writing to express our grave concerns…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
May 22nd is Earth Day and there are two events taking place in which residents can participate: an Earth Day Clean-up and an All About Turtles Forum…