Category: Community
White Pine Chocolates offers a sweet escape in Stittsville
The locally run business combines a love for fine chocolate with the commitment to creating an experience as rich in flavour as their products themselves.
Fernbank Road fire at Flewellyn-Jones heritage home leaves family displaced
In January 2016, the well-known Flewellyn-Jones house was given heritage designation. The Flewellyn family who constructed the home in 1886, were known by many as community leaders…
Wheels of Hope seeking volunteers to donate some time to drive cancer patients
Steve Watson of Markham, Ontario reached out to Stittsville Central stating that the Wheels of Hope transportation program administered by the Canadian Cancer Society is seeking more volunteer drivers…
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority bringing fun to PA days and summer camps
Make this summer an unforgettable adventure for your kids by registering for the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority’s nature-based camps
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is sharing updates, events and information to keep residents informed and involved. From stormwater pond maintenance, new bus services to registering…
Calling all Stittsville music players and lovers – Time to Bust Out the Blues!
During these Tuesday night blues jams, Paul is encouraging others to come forward to perform and share their talent to receive some exposure. Just bring along your instrument…
Share the joy of outer space in April with Lucy Hambly
Whether you choose to observe the Pink Moon on April 12 or would rather stay up late to spot a Lyrids meteor, this is sure to be a very active month for astronomy fans…
Lionhearts Inc. hosts open house to showcase community impact
The open house was eye-opening, allowing guests to meet dedicated staff, chefs, and volunteers and learn about the inner workings of running such an organization.
JacintaINK™ offers local, handcrafted greeting cards for every occasion
JacintaINK™/JacintaPICS™, a local business in Stittsville, is operated by passionate artist and business owner Jacinta Cillis-Asquith. Jacinta crafts handmade greeting cards, photo cards, and calendars.
Kanata Theatre’s – Home, I’m Darling – takes us back to a life much simpler – or is it?
Imagine high-achieving professional, Judy Martin, whose dismissal from her busy-busy job in finance allows her to turn her taste for retro style into her way of life. She is fed up with ‘same-old same-old’…
Friends of Stittsville Wetlands receives two-year funding from Ottawa Stewardship Council
The Ottawa Stewardship Council (OSC) presented the Friends of Stittsville Wetlands (FoSW) with a $7000 grant. This two-year funding will further assist FoSW in building its capacity…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is sharing information and updates this week for City of Ottawa programs, zoning, Ottawa Police Service news and various events. He wants to ensure…
Fundraisers for young Jack Laidlaw – Car Washes for a Cure and Reaching for the Stars
The family is urgently trying to fund this cure to go to human clinical trials, so Jack can participate before he becomes paralyzed. A cure for their son is a cure for everyone affected by SPG4.
Rotary Trivia Challenge – Thanks to all of the supporters and participants
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville hosted a Trivia Challenge on March 7, 2025. It was a full house with 16 teams made up of eight participants on each team that…
All things Irish were on display at the Stittsville St. Patrick’s Day FUNdraiser Market
Vendors that we spoke to are committed to attending the markets and all shared the same message – we are excited to be at the markets to be able to share with the community…