Category: Health
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…
Teens work out for free, learn from fitness experts as part of GoodLife Teen Fitness
(Free gym memberships are available at GoodLife Fitness on Carp Road for teens all summer as part of the GoodLife Teen Fitness program. Teens can access 200 GoodLife Fitness clubs,…
Sacred Heart’s baseball team ends its season losing in the semi-finals
The team was made up of players from all different organizations across the city such as the Ottawa Nepean Canadians, Ottawa Patriots, and the Kanata Cubs.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
If you want to find out more about community safety, make sure you register to the June 13th Councillor Chat. Some of the other topics and news that Councillor Gower is sharing in this week’s notes…
On the Road 4 Mental Health takes Greg McPherson across southern Ontario promoting mental health and addictions awareness
Greg is amazed by the many stories he heard and the support he received from the communities and the many people he met during his journey…
Over $50,000 raised at the Sacred Heart High School 2024 Relay for Life
The day kicked off with the opening ceremonies. This saw the two MCs of the event, Rosa Luliano and Avery Laprade come out and introduce the day. This was then followed by a land acknowledgement…
Clear skin ahead this spring: Stittsville pharmacist can help
Stittsville residents can conveniently visit their local pharmacy to address minor skin concerns without the hassle of waiting in line at a walk-in clinic…
Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre officially opens its doors in Carp
(The long-awaited Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre officially opened its doors on May 23, 2024. The centre will provide live-in treatment for youth struggling with mental health and addiction struggles.…
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.”
Innovative Adaptive Living Expo debuts in Ottawa this June
This Expo promises a day of enlightenment, empowerment, and engagement for individuals with disabilities and chronic illnesses, older adults and seniors, as well as their families, caregivers, and allies.
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…
Take precautions to avoid this pest – the Blacklegged Tick
Stittsville is currently included in the high-risk area for ticks and Lyme disease. It is strongly recommended that you (and your pets) take every precaution to avoid ticks and the possibility of contracting Lyme disease.
Mark your calendars – many exciting May programs offered at the Stittsville Library
This month’s featured artist on the Art Space Wall is local photographer John Edkins. The annual plant swap is being held on May 18 and 19 – swap some of your plants for those at the Library…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor is providing information on the problems and reports of unleashed dogs and aggressive behaviour towards other dogs or people and the action he is addressing to strengthen the rules.
Meet the 613 Kings: Ottawa’s newest competitive youth baseball team
The 613 Kings baseball team adds another option for kids in Ottawa looking to go to the next level an opportunity to develop and gain exposure to their game.