Category: Community
Ottawa’s scariest farm is opening this weekend!
The spooky attractions at Saunders Farm include The Barn of Terror, Sawmill, Circus Macabre, The Coven, Haunted Hayride and Shambles. Each location has a haunting story…
Don’t sleep on safety: test your alarms with Ottawa Fire Services
Firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit homes across the city the week of September 22nd to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working.
Stittsville South development concept plan approved by Planning and Housing Committee
On September 17, 2025 the Concept Plan and an Official Plan amendment for applicant Caivan proposing the future development of a residential subdivision, referred to as Stittsville South (W-4)…
Submissions open for self-published Canadian mystery writers to win the Toby Award
The Toby Award recognizes the risk-taking, creativity, and perseverance of Canadian mystery writers who choose to publish outside the traditional system…
Flewellyn-Jones house approved for demolition by the Built Heritage Committee
The report for the Demolition of 5897 Fernbank Road recommended that the Built Heritage Committee recommend that Council approve the application to demolish the house.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Have you registered to volunteer for the September 20th W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park clean-up for the fall campaign of Cleaning the Capital…
308 acres of Highlands Forest permanently protected by local land trust
Located south of Matawatchan Provincial Park, the reserve is a flagship addition to MMLT’s protected lands. Its mature forests, rocky ridges, wetlands, and creeks support remarkable biodiversity.
It was a sweet return of the fourth annual Stittsville Butter Tart Festival
The Stittsville Butter Tart Festival 2025 had 15 participating bakers. Community members and judges got to vote for the best tasty treat of the event.
To the delight of residents Extendicare Crossing Bridge celebrates grand opening
The opening of this new long-term care home provides 256 modern long-term care beds to Stittsville. Extendicare Crossing Bridge offers residents greater privacy…
We welcome South Carleton High School co-op student Claire Graham to Stittsville Central
We are pleased to welcome Claire Graham, a South Carleton High School (SCHS) student, to our team for her co-op placement. Claire resides in Stittsville and will be writing on many…
Plants filled the pergola at the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society’s fall sale
You could load up your car with locally grown cool season annuals, perennials, and beautiful plants you won’t find at your local garden centre. Watch for details of the spring plant sale.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
One of the sweetest events of the year is just a few days away – the Butter Tart Festival at Stittsville’s Market at the Barn on September 13th.
Ontario investing $9.6 million in Wetlands Conservation – applications being accepted
Funding will support natural infrastructure projects to keep communities safe against drought, flooding and other extreme weather events.
Ottawa Police Service clarifies procedures for insurance information following collisions
Following a collision, officers facilitate the exchange of insurance information at the scene between all involved parties and provide a case number for insurance purposes.
Retirement development approved by Planning and Housing Committee for southwest corner at Hazeldean and Carp Roads
The proposed development will provide housing for seniors in a facility suited for their needs that will contribute to the range of housing types available in the area.