Category: Municipal Government
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
With the busy weekend behind Councillor Gower, he is preparing for the upcoming week and shares community information on some important issues.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares important events happening this week, a synopsis of community news and information about the new Ottawa Police Services, Project Safe Trade…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower held his Seniors’ Day Tea at Hazeldean Gardens in the outside garden. There were a good number of vendors providing helpful information for seniors in our community who attended.
Council approves changes to 2026 garbage collection contract and passes new bylaw for outdoor clothing donation boxes
Council approved changes to curbside waste collection that will take effect in 2026. A new by-law for outdoor clothing donation boxes was also approved to come into effect January 31, 2024.
City of Ottawa recognizes National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30th
(Feature photo: City of Ottawa) This Saturday, September 30 marks the third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day where Canadians reflect upon the experiences and history of First…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Through his weekly updates provided to Stittsville Central, Councillor Gower keeps the residents of Stittsville informed on various City municipal and local activities that are taking place in our community.…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week the Councillor shares information about the current school bus shortage and actions being taken by OSTA management, MPP Goldie Ghamari, and school trustees Lynn Scott and Scott Phelan to find a solution.
Original farmland now bears a park named in honour of the Bradley-Craig family
It was a typical hot farming day when the ceremony took place on Thursday, September 7 to officially commemorate the Bradley-Craig family with a park named in their honour.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
On Thursday, family and friends of the Bradley-Craig family gathered for a special naming ceremony at Bradley-Craig Park, located at 331 Cranesbill Road in Abbottsville Crossing.
2023 Order of Ottawa and Brian Kilrea Award nominations now open
the City of Ottawa has opened the nomination process for two distinguished awards — the Order of Ottawa and the Brian Kilrea Award for Excellence in Coaching.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Join us on September 7 at 3:00pm at Bradley-Craig Park in Abbottsville Crossing for an official naming ceremony in commemoration of the Bradley-Craig family’s contributions to the community of Stittsville.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower updates the community on the motion he introduced at City Council regarding the need to adjust the administration and process as it relates to the Vacant Unit Tax (VUT).
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The week of August 21st began with a flag raising at Village Square Park for Pride Week hosted by Councillor Gower. Several community members attended. Marion Steele who has been an advocate over many years…
The fall campaign of Cleaning the Capital opens for registration August 15
2023 marks the 30th year of the Cleaning the Capital Program! Since 1994, more than 1.4 million volunteers have participated in nearly 30,000 clean-up projects throughout the city.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Glen shares some sad news with the community – the passing of Brad Schoenherr. There are two links provided for those who wish to help the family…