Category: Health
Cloth mask donations requested by City of Ottawa for vulnerable residents
The Human Needs Task Force set-up by the City of Ottawa is requesting donations of cloth masks for vulnerable residents. Wearing a mask adds an extra layer of protection, but…
Ottawa introduces business toolkit for reopening safely
(Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health) The City of Ottawa has developed a business reopening toolkit, in consultation with Ottawa Public Health, to help businesses answer critical questions…
A new page turned for selling books at Re-Read Used Books
Since 2015, Re-Read Used Books has been offering the residents of Stittsville and area some of the best reading material available on any bookshelf. Since their days of opening, changes have…
Parks opening up with limited use and electricity rate relief extended
(Bell Rotary Peace Park. Photo: Barry Gray) Premier Doug Ford has announced that the emergency electricity rate relief for families, farms and small businesses is being extended until May 31, 2020. Customers…
Empties pour in and a very special recognition for Jack Brown
(Just some of the empties bundled into bags on the back deck at the Brown family home. Photos: Greg Brown) Who would have thought that a bottle drive would go…
Replace your tired bike helmets during helmet discount weekend
(Best helmets for 2020. Photo: Wirecutter) Several bike shops are offering discounts May 2 and 3 on the purchase of a new bike helmet. Springtime is the perfect time to replace…
Phased in approach to reopening the province – no firm dates
The Ontario government is planning a stage-by-stage approach to reopening the economy under A Framework for Reopening our Province, which outlines the criteria. Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and health experts…
Front line workers to receive ‘pandemic pay premium’
(Premier Doug Ford makes announcement of pandemic pay for front line workers on April 25, 2020. Photo: Ontario Government) In recognition of the dedication, long hours and increased risk of…
Jo-Jo’s community garden could reopen under strict guidelines
This morning Premier Doug Ford gave the go-ahead for community gardens to be reopened by amending a previous emergency order to include them as an essential service. This move will ensure…
Pocopazzo generously cooks for hospital workers
In times like these, we praise those who go out of their way to complete generous acts of kindness. Emanuele and Angela Leonforte are just two of many Stittsville residents…
Ottawa Public Health supports opening of community gardens
(Kim Bonin, Manager of Jo-Jo’s Community Garden in Stittsville at the entrance to the garden. Photo: Stittsville Central.) Community gardens were included in the recently announced closures of recreational spaces. As…
Employee tests positive for COVID-19 at Hazeldean Road McDonald’s
Today, April 17, an employee from the McDonald’s location at 510 Hazeldean Road has reported that they have tested positive for COVID-19. A press release from McDonald’s Canada stated, “local…
Donate to the drive – a bottle drive for Jack and Greg
Would you happen to have empty wine bottles, beer bottles, and/or beer cans? Are you looking to minimize clutter in the garage? Would you like to kindly support an inspiring…
Stittsville resident plays piano tunes virtually for seniors
(Allan Ryan of Stittsville sits at his piano in his basement music retreat ready to play tunes for seniors and shut-ins through his virtual service. Photo: Allan Ryan) Seniors in…
Kardish Health Food offers free grocery delivery and curb-side pick-ups
Another example of the business community coming together to reduce the spread of COVID-19. On April 7, Kardish Health Food Centre, Ottawa’s largest health food retailer, launched their free same-day…