Category: Environment
The Derecho that stormed into Stittsville bringing a community together
Where were you on May 21st as alerts rang loudly on cellphones and radio? A storm was on its way – a storm that was immeasurable in the havoc it would cause to our hometown of Stittsville.
Damian Piper gives a voice to Ottawa’s beavers
While on assignment for The Fulcrum, the University of Ottawa’s English language newspaper, Damian was intrigued by a story about the City of Ottawa’s practice of killing beavers.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The weather held out for Councillor Gower’s Family Bike Ride on Sunday – above is a photo of community members who took part.
Declutter for conservation this spring cleaning season
If you’re cleaning out your basement, don’t trash the treasures you find along the way. Whether it’s a vintage bike, dusty toys, or outgrown clothing, consider selling these items on behalf of the Rideau Valley Conservation Foundation (RVCF) through GiveShop Marketplace.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower has a reminder that garbage collection takes place one day later than is usual.
Household hazardous waste events for 2022
The City of Ottawa will be hosting several events this year for residents to dispose of their household hazardous waste.
The Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority and Ottawa Police warn residents – no ice is safe ice.
Be wary around ice and open bodies of water during this time of year.
Exploring Canada’s wilderness with Adam Shoalts
A Presentation of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust taking place on March 23, 2022 via Zoom.
City looking for your feedback on Transportation Master Plan and household waste management
The City of Ottawa is inviting residents to have their say on the Transportation Master Plan, as well as the way the City manages garbage, recycling, and food waste.
Cleaning the Capital 2022 Spring Campaign
Spring is on the horizon, and with it comes spring cleaning – not just in the house, but in the community as well. Registration for Cleaning the Capital’s Spring Campaign starts on March 15th.
Why a full environmental assessment review for the Carp Road landfill is needed
Harold Moore has been a formidable voice in the fight against the landfill expansion and his voice continues to raise concerns.
The annual Christmas bird count numbers are in for Stittsville and area
The annual ONRI-CBC Stittsville-Richmond-Munster Christmas Bird Count was held over the course of the day on December 18, 2021.
OP ED: Young adults need to learn outdoors – for their mental health, for our community’s prosperity
Young adults in our community face more stress than ever as the pandemic rages on.
Notes from nature – the trees of Stittsville
As the holiday season descends upon us, trees come to the forefront of many households’ thoughts. Of course these are Christmas trees…
Join in the annual Stittsville-Richmond-Munster Christmas Bird Count
The annual Stittsville-Richmond-Munster Christmas Bird Count is coming up on December 18th. You could contribute to North America’s longest-running community science project, just by watching your bird feeder.