Category: Community
Kanata and Stittsville Lions Clubs are holding their annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides
The walk supports the Lions Foundation of Canada dog guide school – the only school in the world that offers seven distinct dog guide programs.
Help shape the future of the NCC Greenbelt
The NCC is hosting a series of community Open Houses, with a drop-in being held on Tuesday, May 26 between 3:30pm and 8:00pm in the Lobby area of the Richcraft Recreation…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Youth Ottawa is introducing an opportunity to join a Youth Municipal Election to run, campaign and vote while providing an opportunity for youth…
Stittsville community comes out with love and kindness to support ‘not just any lemonade stand’
All week, neighbours, friends, school mates and hockey mates have been there to help Liam and Jack serve lemonade to the hundreds of people who came by…
Alina Wang places third in Awesome Authors writing contest
Alina Wang who is 11 years old, placed third in her category of English Poetry for children ages 9 – 12. She submitted her poem, Spring Blossoms.
Tis the season of the deer tick – but don’t let this keep you housebound
According to Ottawa Public Health, to date in 2026, there have been 29 confirmed or probable cases in Ottawa. With the increase in the number of cases reported in the Ottawa area…
A League of Her Own – captures a defining moment in Canadian sport
A League of Her Own features U13 girls from West Ottawa Soccer Club – representing the next generation now growing up in a system where that pathway finally exists.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The cooler weather just doesn’t seem to be ending and neither are Councillor Gower’s updates for our community. This week, the Councillor invites residents to attend a presentation…
Youth encouraged to create and collaborate on Stittsville’s mural – Field Notes from Stittsville
The collaboration of Stittsville Village Association, Birdgirl Arts, and Pretty Pots Flowers & Gifts are pleased to announce that their mural proposal has been funded through the City of Ottawa’s Paint It Up program!
Action, comedy and romance take the stage in The Heart of Robin Hood at Kanata Theatre
The bold and imaginative retelling of the classic legend breathes new life into the familiar tale of Sherwood Forest, offering audiences a fresh perspective…
Spring Tulipfest blooms at Saunders Farm to celebrate their 50th Anniversary
To mark its 50th anniversary, Saunders Farm is launching a brand-new vibrant spring festival, Tulipfest, from May 9-24, 2026 and presented by Saunders Cider.
Residents joined Councillor Gower to ‘Walk the Story’ of Stittsville
“This year’s Walk focused on the history, present state and future of Stittsville Main Street, and how it has transformed from ‘string town’ to suburb,” says Councillor Gower.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is sharing important reminders from the Ottawa Police Service regarding E-Scooter safety and rules. He will be bringing forth a motion to the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee…
Stittsville Business Association celebrates special guest Collinda Joseph
Collinda is a member of Team Canada’s Wheelchair Curling team who brought home the Gold Medal from the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics.
News and events for May at the Stittsville Library Branch
Did you know that beyond books, the Stittsville Library Branch has so much more. Students can study and do homework in a quiet study area…