Author: Lesley McKay
Greg and Aaron McPherson walking again to support youth and fight the stigma of addictions and mental health
This year’s walk, taking place on June 2 and June 3, will see the father and son team walk all 24 Ottawa wards in 24 hours including a walk through the Byward Market to Alexandra Bridge to honour Aric.
Lifejackets save lives – MPP Goldie Ghamari honours family with introduction of Bill 93-Joshua’s Law
MPP Ghamari’s other impetus was learning that a resident of her riding, Cara McNulty, had lost her 11-year old son, Joshua Steinburg, in a 2018 boating accident.
Shingwàkons Public School officially opens its doors to Stittsville students
Principal Todd Thompson said, “our school will have a strong focus on social emotional learning and student well-being combined with innovative instruction around literacy and numeracy.
Library updates from the Stittsville branch
Drop in to see the caterpillar cabinet to see how the caterpillars are moving through their stages to become Painted Lady butterflies. For Asian Heritage Month, Stittsville librarian Gemini…
Safety concerns continue at Beverly and Stittsville Main for Holy Spirit students
The traffic situation on Stittsville Main has increased substantially over the years and one would think that a crossing guard would have been at the top of official’s minds for the safety of the children attending Holy Spirit.
Kardish Health Food Centre set to open its doors in Stittsville
In 2005, the opportunity arose for Robert Assaf to purchase the Kardish Health Food business from the Kardish family and the franchise owners. Since that time…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
From proposed regulations for roadside little book libraries to a family bike ride, Councillor Gower keeps residents updated with his community notes for this week…
‘Aged’ opera singers rise to the occasion in Kanata Theatre stage production of Quartet
The characters are charming, witty and light hearted as they act out their roles in which they share life’s lessons on growing old and come to terms with the fact that age has crept up on them…
Edo Japan helps Stittsville satisfy the crave with sizzling new options for fast and delicious food
Since it was founded in Calgary, Alberta, over 40 years ago by Reverend Susumu Ikuta, Edo has built a trusted brand based on blending only the highest-quality ingredients with traditional Japanese cooking techniques…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We’ve already had a lot of feedback about the City’s proposed new curbside garbage “Pay-As-You-Throw” policy. Thank you to residents who have contacted us…
If you love Caterpillars and Butterflies the Stittsville Library has a display you must see
The caterpillar and butterfly friends will be at the Library throughout May. When they are mature they will be released into a natural setting with a butterfly release party.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Glen Gower shares some upcoming events and news from the community. This week, the Councillor is encouraging residents to support the Mayor’s request of Premier Ford for additional funding for supportive housing and homelessness programs…
Financial Focus with Daryl: Is it time to incorporate your business?
With three full-time employees and clients seeking him out rather than the other way around, he’s started to wonder whether he should incorporate.
What’s new and happening at the Stittsville Library?
With snow banks gone and puddles disappearing, it is a beautiful time for a walk to the Stittsville Library to browse, study, attend a program or sit and add a few rows to our community’s knitting project.
New board of directors in place for Stittsville Business Association
“Congratulations to the new board members and thank you for volunteering to build a stronger business community in Stittsville. We have quite a few new faces around the boardroom table, which is very exciting,” stated Greenhous.