Category: Community
Three special meetings called to address Lansdowne 2.0 – Mayor to provide update on October 20th
In an afternoon release sent out on October 19th, it was shared that Mayor Mark Sutcliffe will provide an update on the Lansdowne 2.0 on October 20th…
Friends of Stittsville Wetlands work behind the scenes seeking to have provincial Bill 5 rescinded
The Friends of Stittsville Wetlands (FoSW) have been working behind the scenes to have Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025 rescinded. Bill 5 is a sweeping…
“Distraction thefts on the rise” Ottawa Police warn seniors
These thefts often involve suspects approaching victims from a nearby waiting vehicle – usually seniors – using charm and deception to get close under the guise of asking for directions…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving weekend. This week Councillor Gower is sharing events, proposed development news and information on concerns pertinent to the community. The 9RunRun takes place…
Focus and shoot – enter the 2025 Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society photo competition
The Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society (SGHS) has opened its annual photo competition. The entry deadline is February 2, 2026.
Stittsville Friendship Club starts a new book club for readers to enjoy
Attention readers, the Stittsville Friendship Club has started a fun new book club for community members to enjoy and will meet on the last Thursday of every month…
October news and events from the Stittsville Library Branch
The Stittsville Branch will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 for Thanksgiving Day. The Branch will re-open on Tuesday, October 14 at their regular hours.
Charges laid following Stittsville collision leaving Ghost Padron with life-altering injuries
Ottawa Police Services shared, “collisions have lasting impacts on everyone involved. Please take extra care on our roads to help keep all users safe.”
Urban Barn Launches 2025 “Blanket the Country” Campaign
In Ottawa, Urban Barn is proud to support Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa and is matching donations made through October 31, doubling the impact and ensuring support stays close to home.
Driver uninjured, water truck a write-off in Stittsville rollover
Stittsville resident, Brian Beattie, was on location shortly after the rollover and shared his photos with Stittsville Central.
There was something for everyone at Stittsville’s weekend events
There is always something going on in Stittsville and this weekend was no exception. With the perfect fall weather all of the events were well attended. There was a great…
Constantine Luty Park officially named on October 4th
(The Constantine Luty Park was officially named on October 4, 2025 with members of the Luty family, former Mayor Jim Watson, former Stittsville Councillor Shad Qadri and Councillor Glen Gower…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower thanks everyone who came out for the Robert Grant Avenue pre-opening events and provides an update on what the next steps are prior to the roadway opening permanently.
Does Stittsville have a haunted past? Discover the answer – take a Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tour
Each tour covers approximately seven tales and they are changed frequently enabling each tour to be unique in its own way.
Remembering a life well lived – Celebration of life honouring Robin Derrick October 25th
Robin is being remembered for his undying passion for both his family and his community, which was evidenced by so many in our community.