Author: Lesley McKay
Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust is seeking a part-time bookkeeper
The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust is looking for a Bookkeeper to be part of the MMLT team and support the growth of their protected properties, membership, and supporters.
Coldest Night of the Year brings community together to support those less fortunate
(Sister Mona, Vice Principal of École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais, was helped out with many student volunteers to ensure this year’s Coldest Night of the Year walk was a success.) On…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
You can now follow the Councillor on Bluesky for updates and other information. He also reminds residents to vote on February 27th if you haven’t already.
Not all Carleton riding provincial candidates respond to questions
On Election Day, February 27, 2025, you make the decision as to who will be best to represent the Carleton riding.
Nominations open for the 2025 Stittsville Volunteer Awards
April 26, 2025 is the date to have your nominations submitted for the annual Stittsville Volunteer Awards hosted by Councillor Glen Gower. The Stittsville Volunteer Awards are an opportunity to highlight…
Women of Influence celebrated by local historians and GTHS at Stittsville Library
On February 15th the Goulbourn Township Historical Society (GTHS) celebrated the women who have influenced and contributed to the communities in our area from the 1800s to present times.
Stittsville Legion is accepting bursary applications for children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Veterans
As part of the Legion’s commitment to Veterans and their families, the bursaries can make a difference for Veterans’ families and offers the children an opportunity to further their educational goals.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is pleased to say that his Family Fun Day saw hundreds of residents attending and he thanks everyone for coming out.
Hockey Night in Stittsville – the battle of the Stittsville Town League outdoors style
(The six teams of the Stittsville Town League played last week’s three hockey games at Icelynd Skating Trails on February 12, 2025. The Molson and OWLS teams seen here faced…
Celebrating our Canadian Flag for 60 years – Stepping back to a winter’s night in 1964
The momentous occasion to sew the flag had taken place on November 6, 1964 when Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson requested that three original flag designs (which Mrs. O’Malley helped to prepare) be completed and sent to him at Harrington Lake…
Ottawa Humane Society announces more support for pet owners in crisis
(On February 13, 2025, four puppies were found in a Barrhaven park, and three dogs were found outside of West Hunt Club’s Audi dealership, only steps from the Humane Society’s…
How do politics affect the financial markets?
Like many Canadians, you may wonder how politics affect financial markets. You may also wonder whether you should change your strategy based on political events.
Stittsville District Lions Club relaunches the effective speaking competition for 2025
This is the largest competition in Canada and is supported by the provincial Ministries and Boards of Education. It will take place on Wednesday, March 12th…
A weekend with puppies for adoption, local authors and a fundraiser for SPG4 Research
On February 8 there were many events taking place in Stittsville, but when we see puppies our hearts are stolen…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Attending a workshop last week, Councillor Gower shares the release of new data on homelessness in Ottawa from the 2024 Point-in-Time Count that is concerning and outlines the actions that the City…