Category: Community
Five self-published Canadian mystery writers shortlisted for the 2026 Toby Awards
The Toby Award is breaking down barriers and bringing us all one step closer to what really matters — and that’s excellence in writing, versus the mechanics of how a book gets published.
Ottawa Humane Society launches pet food drive to keep pets with their families
Pet affordability is a growing concern in our community. This pet food drive will help more pets stay with the families who love them. Making sure people can care for their pets…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Kids and youth across Stittsville are invited by Councillor Gower to take part in a new initiative that celebrates creativity and environmental responsibility for Stittsville’s Cleaning the Capital campaign…
Building for the future: new Catholic Schools coming to Stittsville
Scott Phelan is the Catholic School Board Trustee for Zone 1. The zone covers: Ward 6 Stittsville, Ward 20 Osgoode, Ward 21 Rideau-Jock.
The plight of critical insects – Pollinators the absolute MVP’s of life on Earth
Spraying to kill mosquitos creates long-term ecological and health damage. The healthiest, most mosquito-resistant yard is one that supports pollinators…
PSA: Military training at Connaught Range Primary Training Centre, Ottawa, Ontario
Residents may see and hear up to three CH-146 Griffon helicopters flying in formation from the
Connaught Range Primary Training Centre to refuel at the Carp Airport…
Join Canadian musicians in supporting cancer research with the 2026 Terry Fox Run merchandise
Keep Terry’s dream alive and raise the funds needed for a better tomorrow. All proceeds from the merchandise sales are donated to cancer research.
Upcoming events and news from the Stittsville Library Branch
A long-time resident of Stittsville, John Edkins is this month’s featured photographic exhibitor on the Art Space Wall at the Stittsville Library. His exhibit is entitled Faces of Cuba.
2026 Canadian Ringette Championships display incredible sportsmanship and finish strong
The week was full of displays of dedication and strength along with many impressive plays. This year’s athletes gave it their all and made these games nothing short of spectacular!
Inviting Stittsville rental home with easy access to nearby amenities
This charming home is ready to welcome its next residents as of June 1st, 2026 at 55 Lazy Nol Court in Stittsville…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Stittsville residents came out to celebrate April 4th that was proclaimed as Collinda Joseph Day in the City of Ottawa in recognition of Canada’s wheelchair curling team’s Gold medal win…
Residents celebrate – April 4th proclaimed as Collinda Joseph Day
April 4th, 2026 was proclaimed as a day of honour for Collinda Joseph by Mayor Mark Sutcliffe as a significant recognition for her achievements of capturing a Gold medal at the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Paralympics…
Stittsville Business Association has newly elected Board of Directors in place
The AGM highlighted the SBA’s significant achievements over the past year and introduced the newly elected 2026-27 Board of Directors.
What’s on in Stittsville this Easter weekend
From egg hunts to celebrations, Stittsville has a lot in store this Saturday. Come get together with the community to welcome in the spring season!
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus bring the music of movies to Wellings of Stittsville
The WOLC entertained the Wellings residents with a wonderful performance overflowing with vitality and warmth sharing the music for their upcoming spring concerts.