Category: Fundraising
Five self-published Canadian mystery writers shortlisted for the 2026 Toby Awards
The Toby Award is breaking down barriers and bringing us all one step closer to what really matters — and that’s excellence in writing, versus the mechanics of how a book gets published.
Ottawa Humane Society launches pet food drive to keep pets with their families
Pet affordability is a growing concern in our community. This pet food drive will help more pets stay with the families who love them. Making sure people can care for their pets…
Join Canadian musicians in supporting cancer research with the 2026 Terry Fox Run merchandise
Keep Terry’s dream alive and raise the funds needed for a better tomorrow. All proceeds from the merchandise sales are donated to cancer research.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Stittsville residents came out to celebrate April 4th that was proclaimed as Collinda Joseph Day in the City of Ottawa in recognition of Canada’s wheelchair curling team’s Gold medal win…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Where does the time go, especially when this week the clocks were turned ahead one hour! This week Councillor Gower Congratulates the Canada’s Wheelchair Curling Team for defeating China and…
Soar into space at Jack’s Gala: Reaching for the Stars
The space-themed gala will honor eight-year-old Jack Laidlaw of Stittsville – an aspiring astronaut who dreams of one day being the first person to walk on Mars.
Over 100 walkers support the 2026 Coldest Night of the Year walk
The walk is meant to draw attention to issues people face when experiencing homelessness and hunger during our Canadian winters.
Euchre for a cause – Playing to make a difference for the Stittsville Food Bank
Don’t get euchred, give instead! That is exactly what the Stittsville Business Association (SBA) and organizer Jen Wozny had in mind when the inaugural ‘Battle of Stittsville Euchre Tournament’ was set…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower thanks everyone who organized and participated in the Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk hosted by Lionhearts Ottawa Inc.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor shares a video of the status and what actions you can take regarding the Stittsville West urban expansion application submitted by Claridge Homes.
Richmond neighbours in need – a GoFundMe campaign for fire victims
Everyone and the family pet are safe, thankfully; however, the effects of this fire has been extremely overwhelming for the families.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Happy Family Day! This week Councillor Gower is sharing information with respect to his dislike for the newly proposed Urban Expansion proposal and will not be supporting it at City…
Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville bringing international films to the screen for their winter-spring film series
The Stittsville Rotary Club’s International Film Series in Ottawa, has been running since 2013, in partnership with the TIFF Film Circuit to screen acclaimed international and Canadian films…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower congratulates the Stittsville athletes and volunteers who received an Ottawa Sports Award on February 4, 2026.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is pleased to share that the nomination period is open for the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards.