Author: Lesley McKay
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…
Goulbourn Museum holds an evening of appreciation and celebration
On June 19th, the Goulbourn Museum recognized the enthusiasm and dedication of the volunteers who have generously given their time to the museum at their annual…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Summer has finally arrived and this week Councillor Gower is sharing upcoming events and information to ensure that residents are kept up-to-date. Canada Day is quickly approaching…
Stittsville’s Kaylee Gagné of École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais awarded one of Canada’s most prestigious scholarships
Kaylee Gagné from École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais, has been awarded the $120,000 Schulich Leader Scholarship from Queen’s University…
5th annual Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival – a beautiful tapestry bringing people together
The Festival proudly serves as an inclusive space for intercultural understanding, allowing residents to meet newcomers and community associations…
New Executive Director, Ramsey Hart, welcomed at Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust
MMLT extends its sincere thanks to Stacie for her many contributions to the organization and warmly welcomes Ramsey as he leads MMLT into its next chapter.
Local entrepreneur, Garrett Incze, Ottawa Business Journal “Forty Under 40” award recipient
Garrett’s story is particularly compelling due to the fact that he founded GBI in 2011 out of his parents’ garage in Carp while attending McMaster University where studied Materials Engineering.
Stittsville District Lions Club – building community one burger at a time
(Angel the therapy pony from Hoofbeats and Heartbeats was taking a break to grab a snack of some freshly cut grass while her wee partner Bantam stayed behind in his…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Make sure you mark your calendar for the 5th annual Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival on Saturday, June 20th at Village Square Park. The Stittsville Front Porch Concerts event is returning…
Honoured with a poppy: Roger Griffiths Avenue officially unveiled
Roger Griffiths unarguably exemplified volunteerism and community commitment – his legacy lives on with the naming of Roger Griffiths Avenue in his honour.
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville wants you to celebrate Canada
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville have teamed up with the Rotary Club of Brockville. They would like you to celebrate your Canadian pride …
West Side Pride restores community tradition with upcoming community pancake breakfast
“We believe that meaningful connection often starts with a simple conversation,” says Marion Steele, Chair of West Side Pride.
Local creativity was celebrated at Stittsville’s Art in the Park
“We are incredibly grateful to the artisans and vendors participating this year. Their craft and talent span a large scope of talent, artists, authors, crafts –
Ottawa Police investigating a suspected hate-motivated incident after a Pride flag cut down
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is investigating a suspicious incident that occurred in the 1500 block of Corkery Road on June 7, 2026.
When you hear the knock – open your door to an Ottawa firefighter for the biannual Wake Up! program
Every Sunday in June, uniformed firefighters will be visiting select residential areas in Stittsville between the hours of 10:00 am and 4:00pm.