Author: Lesley McKay
Reducing crime and violence – presentation to the Probus Club of Western Ottawa by Dr. Irwin Waller
The Probus Club of Western Ottawa will welcome Dr. Irwin Waller to speak about the imperative to reduce crime and violence in Ottawa and Canada. “How can we make Ottawa, and indeed Canada, safer?” That is the theme of this timely presentation…
Discover recreation with the City of Ottawa
The City of Ottawa offers a number of programs for all ages at their recreation facilities from skating to swimming, there is something for everyone.
A year-end catch up with U-Rock Music School
We are proud that as business owners, we are able to stay in the classroom and continue to teach and inspire our students. We believe that this helps make the U-Rock experience special.
Kiwanis Club of Kanata-Stittsville installs another little lending library
This little library installation is on Bradley-Green Court, in the Fringewood North neighbourhood, and a Kiwanis Club’s initiative that provides accessibility to reading materials to young people.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We are lucky to live in such a great community and we are thankful for the generosity and spirit we see every day from the residents of Stittsville.
Fitness pros weigh in on top fitness trends for 2024
Now more people are prioritizing fitness and active recovery to improve their physical and mental health and enjoy their lives more,” said Maureen ‘Mo’ Hagan, COO of canfitpro…
Ottawa Public Health and Chiefs at local hospitals urge residents to get their updated COVID-19 and annual flu vaccines
Wastewater levels of COVID-19 and hospitalizations are higher now than they were at this time last year. By adopting simple yet effective public health measures, we can collectively build a resilient defense against these respiratory viruses.
Love birds? The annual Christmas Bird Count returns for its eighth year December 16
You could contribute to North America’s longest-running community science project. All you have to do is spend a couple of hours during the day to count the number of birds at your backyard feeders.
Kiwanis of Kanata-Stittsville are in need of volunteers and equipment for a new community youth centre
The Kiwanis of Kanata-Stittsville are planning to open a new Stittsville Community Youth Centre, knowing that the youth in our community are lacking a space to gather in a friendly, social and safe place.
California artist shares his artwork with Stittsville’s #HUM_Microgallery
Lynda Cronin introduced Stittsville to Ottawa’s first #Hum_microgallery in April, 2022. A new display of artwork has come all the way from California! It resembles an old fashioned theatre where the imagination can soar….
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares his thanks to everyone who donated to the December 9th OC Transpo-Loblaw food drive and to all of the volunteers and stores who made it a success again this year.
Updated: From pantry to purpose: the power of Stittsville Food Bank donations
After a year of economic uncertainty, more people in our community are going to the Stittsville Food Bank for help. With a full compliment of volunteers, the Stittsville Food Bank works tirelessly to fill the food baskets for our neighbours, especially at this special time of the year.
Stittsville events keep everyone busy at this time of year
There is always something going on in Stittsville, especially at this time of the year. You can enjoy a varied mix of events during December and into the upcoming year.
Members being recruited for the Transit Advisory Working Group
The City of Ottawa and OC Transpo want to hear from you. OC Transpo is recruiting members for a new Transit Advisory Working Group. This ad hoc advisory body will provide volunteer opportunities for residents…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower extends a huge Thank You to the Stittsville Village Association and all who assisted to make the Parade of Lights another successful holiday event. He also is seeking residents who also want to join him…