Category: Community Groups
Stittsville’s Market at the Barn showcases local vendors for another season
The Market at the Barn folks will be kicking off the farmers market season on Sunday, May 8th at 9:00am.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The City of Ottawa and the CRT Developments (Claridge, Richcraft and Tamarack) reached an agreement to purchase five hectares of Shea Woods.
Ruth Richardson and Ottawa-Stittsville Rotary Club invite residents to peace walk for Ukraine
This year, you are invited to join thousands of people who walk labyrinths worldwide as they participate in the fourteenth annual World Labyrinth Day at W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park.
Ottawa-Stittsville Rotary Club’s ‘Week of Action’ supports the Stittsville Food Bank
Rotary Clubs across Ottawa and the Ottawa Valley are initiating their ‘Week of Action’ in support of local food banks and organizations who provide free meals to those in need.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
On April 27 via Zoom, Stittsville residents will have the opportunity to view and provide feedback on the Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan .
Stittsville’s Lee Boltwood Park in need of plant donations
The Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society is currently seeking plant donations for the gardens in Lee Boltwood Park.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower has a reminder that garbage collection takes place one day later than is usual.
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus celebrating 10 years with spring celebration concert
Heralding the warmth of spring, the West Ottawa Ladies Chorus (WOLC), directed by Sosun Suh and accompanied by pianist Peter Brown, is presenting an evening of choral music that moves, lulls and soothes.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
With spring’s arrival, this week Councillor Gower informs residents on the traffic safety measures being implemented in the community from flex stakes to radar signs and much more.
Stittsville Rotary international film series returns for 2022
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville has been bringing you nationally and internationally renowned films as one of over 100 organizations across Canada who are part of the Toronto International Film circuit
Respite for families for Autism Awareness Month – launch of Benny&Co annual fundraiser
The Benny&Co. Foundation is proud to once again announce the launch of its Annual Fundraiser in all of the chain’s restaurants, including those in Orleans and Stittsville.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is passing along information and updates on the newly installed speed camera on Abbott Street.
Sports enthusiast and local historian Ann McCooeye passes away
Ann McCooeye will be remembered for her dry wit, stamina, sportsmanship, local historical knowledge and kindness.
Ontario government eliminating fees for police record checks for volunteers
The Ontario government is making it easier to volunteer and encourage volunteerism.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The importance of the extension of Robert Grant Avenue is explained by Councillor Gower in this week’s update.