Author: Lesley McKay
Ontario introduces proof of vaccination in defined settings
As of September 22, 2021, Ontarians will need to be fully vaccinated (two doses plus 14 days) and provide their proof of vaccination along with photo ID to access certain public settings and facilities.
Election sign damage prompts police to issue warning
Interfering with or damaging election signs is an offence under the criminal code of Canada and the Canada Elections Act.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The summer is quickly passing and the return to school is around the corner, with that in mind, Councillor Gower provides some pertinent information for those driving and parking near schools.
Bell Warriors Football affordable and accessible for local youth thanks to partnership with Turpin KIA
This $15,000.00 donation to the Bell Warriors Football Club will be used to help offset financial shortfalls for
young players at all four of the tackle football competitive levels.
Wyldewood neighbourhood sign rejuvenated thanks to local businesses
The entranceway sign to the Wyldewood neighbourhood at Stittsville Main Street has been a work in progress and has been restored with a brand new look.
Saunders Farm visitors and staff to be fully vaccinated for fall and winter events
ALL guests and staff who are eligible for a vaccine MUST be fully vaccinated…14 days prior to attending any event.
Flying Colours Teaching & Arts – a pandemic start-up created by students to support students
Kshirin and Kaitlyn of Stittsville knew that during the pandemic there was a greater need for tutoring and teaching for their fellow peers.
EVENT CANCELLED DUE TO WEATHER Knights of Columbus hold their last FUNdraiser of August on the 29th
The Stittsville Knights of Columbus, along with Grand Knight, Joseph Carbonetto, should be extremely pleased with the amount of donations that have been raised throughout the month of August during their FUNdraiser in the Park market events.
City’s temporary mandatory mask by-law expires August 26 – what happens?
The City’s decision not to extend its own Temporary Mandatory Mask By-law beyond its expiration date of August 26, 2021 does not mean the need or requirement for masking will be abandoned.
Ottawa Catholic School Board elementary school proposed for 60 Defence Street
A Site Plan Control application was submitted to the City on August 9, 2021 to permit the construction of a one-storey elementary school for the Ottawa Catholic School Board.
Getting back into your routine this fall with meal planning
As your local Stittsville Registered Dietitian, Isabel Williams is here to help. Her key to managing the chaos of busy school and work schedules is meal planning.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares an abundance of information in this week’s update that is relative to the community.
Cleaning the Capital fall program now open for registration
Many community groups, families and individuals in Stittsville have dedicated themselves to participating in Cleaning the Capital campaigns throughout the years.
Knights of Columbus fundraising for Sacred Heart student bursary
On August 22nd, the Knights of Columbus team can again be found at Stittsville Village Square (Main and Abbott Streets) for their Back-to-School market.
The Stittsville farm that has captured our hearts
Perpetua Quigley is a local artist who has again captured the beauty and days of yore of Stittsville’s beloved Bradley-Craig farm. Perpetua painted this watercolour in July, 2021…