Author: Lesley McKay
Family owned Great Canadian Dollar Store opens their doors in Stittsville
The Dennison’s shared with Stittsville Central, “Our connection to Stittsville runs deep. Both of our boys played hockey for the Ottawa Valley Silver Seven and we spent countless hours…
Ottawa Wildflower Seed Library celebrates 5 years with fall event series and new online catalogue
As part of its work to promote gardening with native plants across the city, the OWSL also launched this fall an online catalogue that features 50 data points on over 300 native species.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It’s been a busy week for Councillor Gower with a number of items to share – the important one – the Stittsville Village Association’s ‘Parade of Lights’ takes place…
Stittsville District Lions Club supporting the Queensway Carleton Hospital expansion project
The Stittsville District Lions Club is entering into a new fundraising endeavour. The Queensway Carleton Hospital (QCH) will be expanding and modernizing the hospital to help shape the future of health care…
Bill 68 and the proposed conservation authority amalgamation – statement from the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority
There is much controversy regarding the consolidation of 36 conservation authorities down to seven by the Province to create the Ontario Provincial Conservation Agency. In our region…
‘Hear Ye’ ‘Hear Ye’ Goulbourn Recreation Complex celebrates 25 years
The 25th year anniversary celebration of the Goulbourn Recreation Complex (known now as the CARDELREC Recreation Complex – Goulbourn) came about…
Stittsville’s Sam Sabourin inducted into the Queens University Football Hall of Fame
(Sam Sabourin owner of Between the Bumpers in Stittsville was recently inducted into the Queen’s University Football Hall of Fame for his incredible university football career. Photos: Stittsville Central) Sam…
Old-Fashioned Christmas brings out the holiday spirit at the Goulbourn Museum
Everything Christmas – that is what Goulbourn Museum shared with the community at their Old-Fashioned Christmas afternoon on November 23rd. The snow falling gently…
100th Regiment Historical Society is recruiting and YOU could be a part of our local history
The 100th Regiment of Foot is recruiting — and YOU could be part of history. They are seeking members to fill their ranks as private soldiers and field musicians…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor reminds residents that this is the last week to provide your feedback on the 2026 proposed Ottawa budget. December 1st is around the corner and so is seasonal parking…
Goulbourn Recreation Complex turns 25 – the road to building it
The Goulbourn Recreation Complex has proven to be a sound investment for the people of Stittsville and all those in the former Township of Goulbourn thanks to the foresight of Mayor Paul Bradley and Council members in 1996.
Two local children benefit from the first CGDB Autism Service Dog graduates
For the first time in its 41-year history, CGDB has successfully trained and graduated Autism Service Dogs participating in the CGDB pilot program…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, the Councillor is sharing details from the 2026 Ottawa Budget and a variety of investments coming to Stittsville. Recycling is being expanded for the city…
BFO Ottawa 33nd Annual Candlelight Remembrance service with guest speaker – Caitlin Morrison, sister of Matthew Perry
The guest speaker will be Caitlin Morrison, sister of Matthew Perry, known for his role on the popular sitcom – Friends. Caitlin is the daughter of Keith Morrison…
Carp Road widening plans shared by City at public session
After the information session, Councillor Gower shared his comments with Stittsville Central. “This is a much-needed project and has been our top transportation-related priority…