Category: Fundraising
It was used book bliss at the successful ReStore Reads Book Fair
(Volunteers Don Kam and Joanna Bradley were kept busy at the ReStore Reads Book Fair held on August 10 and 11. Customers kept Don’s cash machine ringing and Joanna put…
Biscuits & Purrs Cat Rescue captured hearts at Wildpine Residence
(Alessa Fiorenza holds Ollie, the 3-month old kitten she adopted at the Biscuits and Purrs Cat Rescue event at Wildpine Residence on August 8th. Photo: Alessa Fiorenza / Feature: Stittsville…
Build your library – and help build safe, affordable homes for local families
Co-ordinator, Denis Deschênes, said volunteers were happy to step up. As a volunteer himself with Habitat since 2018…”It is my way to continue to contribute.”
Loonie circle and a fun day brings Stittsville community together to support Jack Laidlaw
(On June 15th and 22nd, two fundraisers were held for Jack Laidlaw to assist with the research underway to find a cure for the rare genetic disease SPG4 that Jack…
Stittsville Lions and Wellings of Stittsville continue to make a difference – meet Hero and Lise-Marie
When Lise-Marie experiences a seizure, her head falls forward and her speech becomes barely audible and jumbled. Most bystanders wouldn’t notice this, but Hero does and his training quickly takes over…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
From Canada Day events to play structures, transportation, developments, Councillor Gower updates the community on important news and issues. For further or more detailed information…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
What a great weekend to get outdoors, but take caution as this week promises to be a very hot one. Follow Ottawa Public Health tips on how to stay cool. Councillor Gower’s notes for this week include…
An evening of appreciation at Stittsville Food Bank for volunteers and donors
Theresa stated, “Over $400,000K this year and more than 700 people using the food bank in April than the same month in 2023! So, Thank You, nothing can be done without you.”
40th annual Dollars for Dogs walk raises funds for Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind
Canadian Guide Dogs for the Blind was established as a registered charity in 1984 to provide professionally trained guide dogs to Canadians who are visually impaired…
Calling all golfers – Stittsville Friendship Club hosting 1st annual golf tournament
For 2024, the Stittsville Friendship Club is introducing a new event – its First Annual Fundraiser and Charity Golf Tournament to take place on Saturday June 8, 2024.
Stittsville Lions holding their annual rain barrel sale to support Carleton Place Hospital
The fundraiser is in support of the Carleton Place Hospital’s new Emergency Unit. Many residents of Stittsville use the services at the hospital. The Lions wanted to show the support…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower shares comments on the recent hydro outage; he provides information and links to events being celebrated in March…
Businesses and residents donate generously to Stittsville Lions Club fundraising activities
Each year the Stittsville Lions Club members hold an annual fundraiser with donations going to the Stittsville Food Bank. It was thanks to Stittsville businesses and residents during the 2023…
Stittsville helps Samaritan’s Purse celebrate more than 11 million Shoebox Gifts collected for children in need
(Photos taken by Frank King of Samaritan’s Purse, showing children in Costa Rica checking out their Canadian-packed Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.) Samaritan’s Purse is celebrating the overwhelming generosity of volunteers…
Turcotte family donation to the Stittsville Food Bank was definitely bigger and brighter
Shawn, Chantelle, Hudson and Kennedy Turcotte have been delighting visitors with their comedic holiday displays every December. The planning takes place once the decision is made by the family for the display’s theme.