Author: Lesley McKay
Kanata Theatre’s 10-Minute Play Festival nurtures emerging artists
At its heart, the 10-Minute Play Festival remains true to its original 2021 purpose: to provide a supportive, hands-on learning experience for those new to theatre-making.
July 28 – the City is introducing a new parking ticket look and rules
The City is making changes to parking tickets starting on Tuesday, July 28th. A new ticket colour is being introduced and adjusted deadlines…
‘Lord, what fools these mortals be’ – a Company of Fools bringing A Midsummer Night’s Dream to Stittsville
A Company of Fools Sets Sail with A Midsummer Night’s Dream this Summer! Shakespeare meets sun-soaked Grecian shores, mired in mischief, with a dash of disco.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
After a two-week hiatus period, Councillor Gower is connecting with the community to provide news from City Hall and updates on other important issues and events relevant to Stittsville.
The Timeless Tapestry – 36 Years of Local History at Goulbourn Museum
The dedication of volunteers, staff, members, donors, and visitors ensures that our local history is preserved and the Museum’s legacy continues…
July 1st – a costly day for Ivan’s Meat and Deli – time for community support
As we all know, small, independent food businesses operate on thin margins and rely heavily on summer weather when customers enjoy the BBQ season. For Ivan Saric, owner of Ivan’s Meat and Deli…
Ottawa’s first dog-friendly bingo – Ottawa Humane Society
Participants can visit OHS Dog-Friendly Businesses throughout the city to fill out their bingo cards and submit their completed cards to enter a raffle for prizes…
Upcoming Highway 417 ramp closures for July and August
O-Train expansion construction and the weather events of July 1st, will result in varying impacts to west end Highway 417 ramps and interchanges…
With strong community and partner support – MMLT successfully acquires Clyde Lake Nature Reserve
In follow-up to Stittsville Central’s March article in which the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) was seeking the community’s support to protect a beautiful 93-acre property on Clyde Lake…
Five Paralympians elected to Canadian Paralympic Athletes’ Council – Collinda Joseph
Five Paralympians elected to the Canadian Paralympic Athletes’ Council – Gold Medallist Collinda Joseph of Stittsville was elected as a member on June 29, 2026…
Protect Yourself from Tick Bites this Summer: DEET-free tick repellent protection against Lyme disease approved by Health Canada
Just in time for summer hikes, field picnics and walks through dense woods, Health Canada has approved a new, non-toxic tick repellent…
Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville President changeover and annual BBQ
With over 30 people in attendance, the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville annual BBQ and Changeover evening was held on June 30th at Dave and Marie Rooke’s home.
Join the fun as Stittsville celebrates Canada Day
Celebrate Canada Day in your hometown and thank all of the volunteers and sponsors who have made these events possible. Celebrate Canada Day in Stittsville! This Canada Day take the time to…
There’s a new hotspot in town – Space and Time Studios
When husband and wife Mariah Norell and Phil D’Urzo of Stittsville wanted to expand their creative talents and support others to do the same…
The City has modernized business license rules and reduced administrative burdens
This approval followed a full review of the current rules, modernizing how the City licenses businesses while reducing unnecessary administrative burdens…