Category: Health
The plight of critical insects – Pollinators the absolute MVP’s of life on Earth
Spraying to kill mosquitos creates long-term ecological and health damage. The healthiest, most mosquito-resistant yard is one that supports pollinators…
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.
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.
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.
Just Released: Nature’s Path to Wellness
The short video explores how connecting with nature through your senses can help reduce anxiety, lift your mood, and start you – step by calming step – down the path to wellness.
Ontario is funding the expansion of the primary care workforce in Ottawa
This funding includes an additional $909,335 investment in Ottawa that will add 9 health-care workers to local primary care teams as part of Ontario’s…
The gift of mobility will allow young Raechel McIntyre to move independently in her family home
The cost of installing a residential elevator can be excessive, and with your gift, Rae will have the mobility a little girl will love while immeasurably enhancing her quality of life.
When the flu comes to town – tips to alleviate the misery
Not only is it cold season, but when combined with the flu – a highly contagious respiratory infection caused by a virus – the weeks can be miserable.
The Purse Project celebrates a successful tenth year
What began a decade ago as a simple idea to provide dignity and essential hygiene items to those in need has grown into a city-wide effort that continues to make a meaningful difference.
Ontario reducing wait times for Orthopedic surgeries
As the government expands the number of surgeries and procedures being done through community surgical and diagnostic centres, it is also ensuring these centres are integrated and linked with…
Ten years of the Purse Project / Re-fill Project
The Ottawa Police Service and our partners Shoppers Drug Mart and Citron Hygiene are once again inviting Ottawa residents to help us collect personal hygiene products for women in the…
Stittsville District Lions Club supporting the Queensway Carleton Hospital expansion project
The Stittsville District Lions Club is entering into a new fundraising endeavour. The Queensway Carleton Hospital (QCH) will be expanding and modernizing the hospital to help shape the future of health care…
Stittsville’s Sam Sabourin inducted into the Queens University Football Hall of Fame
(Sam Sabourin owner of Between the Bumpers in Stittsville was recently inducted into the Queen’s University Football Hall of Fame for his incredible university football career. Photos: Stittsville Central) Sam…
Two local children benefit from the first CGDB Autism Service Dog graduates
For the first time in its 41-year history, CGDB has successfully trained and graduated Autism Service Dogs participating in the CGDB pilot program…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, the Councillor is sharing details from the 2026 Ottawa Budget and a variety of investments coming to Stittsville. Recycling is being expanded for the city…