Author: Lesley McKay
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Pride Week Flag Raising took place at Village Square Park on August 17, 2025. L to R: Councillor Clarke Kelly, MP Bruce Fanjoy, MP Jenna Sudds, Councillor Ariel Troster, Councillor Gower and Mayor Mark Sutcliffe.
155 years ago old Stittsville was swept up in The Great Fire of Carleton County
The fire broke out following a three and a half month dry spell which left the countryside tinder dry and susceptible to a rampaging, out-of-control fire.
The 80th Anniversary of VJ Day brings back memories for a Stittsville resident
Stittsville resident, Edna Knight, was raised in the United Kingdom and lived through the Second World War. She remembers the day when victory came…
Fall registration opens for Cleaning the Capital – let’s keep Stittsville clean and green for another year
Let’s keep up the momentum to keep Stittsville clean and green! And remember while you are tidying our community, it promotes a sense of pride for all residents.
Ontario doubling fire protection grant to protect more firefighters
There are approximately 33,000 municipal firefighters in Ontario. This includes more than 12,500 full-time firefighters, more than 20,000 volunteer firefighters and almost 400 part-time firefighters.
With every book sold The ReStore Reads Book Fair was building homes brick by brick
(The volunteers at the ReStore Reads Book Fair in Stittsville, were kept busy from August 8th to 10th answering questions and ringing up the book sales. Volunteers Robin and Shelley…
Hazeldean Heights development met with plenty of criticism
The meeting heard many residents expressing their concerns about the development and the problems it will bring to the Amberway neighbourhood.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower shares some upcoming events; his meeting with Chief Eric Stubbs of the Ottawa Police – more will be coming about the meeting…
Vintage car takes one back to a different place and time
Matt, a Stittsville resident, was delighted to ‘show and tell’ us about his 1930 Model A Coupe when he pulled up in front of St. Thomas Anglican Church off of Stittsville Main Street.
Help Holly’s Haven Rescue build a safe haven for rescued wildlife
Holly’s Haven are working to transform the sanctuary into a truly safe, enriching and lasting sanctuary for all of their wildlife guests and are seeking your help…
10,000 new and used books for sale at the ReStore Reads Book Fair taking place this weekend
Looking for some must-reads? For book lovers, the ReStore Reads Book Fair has become the must-attend event of the summer. Taking place August 8 to 10 at Habitat for Humanity…
August news and events at the Goulbourn Museum
For the month of August, the Goulbourn Museum brings history to life with a fun and interactive exhibit at the Stittsville Public Library – learn about one-room schoolhouses in Goulbourn Township…
Time to submit photos for RVCA’s 60th anniversary calendar
All photographers – amateur and professional alike – are invited to submit their best natural photos from across the Rideau Valley for a chance to be featured in the special 2026 wall calendar.
Move, create and connect this fall with Ottawa’s recreation and culture programs
Across Ottawa, residents are discovering the power of movement and mindfulness through the City’s diverse yoga programs. We offer a range of classes tailored to different interests, abilities and life stages
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
There is further information on the planned extension of the Poole Creek Walk Way through Amberwood and Amberlakes; he shares an important message from Leslie-Anne Barrett…