Category: Municipal Government
What ‘Red’ status means for local businesses: everyone’s had enough!
Ottawa entered the provincial Red-Control status at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, March 19. Naturally, for many of Stittsville’s beloved local businesses, this means the need to adjust once again…
‘Red Control’ impacts indoor rec services
As Ottawa transitions to the provincial Red-Control status, the City will continue to offer many of the same recreation services with reduced capacities…
Cleaning the Capital early bird registration is open
Mark your calendars and get ready to help keep Ottawa clean and green! The City of Ottawa’s 2021 Cleaning the Capital Program is back for its spring campaign. The citywide cleanup campaign will run…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower fills us in on news of the week and what to look forward to in the upcoming weeks. From news on the tender process and opening in 2023 of…
Claridge Homes proposing 112 townhomes for new development at 723 Putney Crescent
The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application from Claridge Homes (Westwood) Inc. for the vacant property at 723 Putney Crescent…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Stay current on municipal affairs and City information affecting Stittsville with Councillor Gower’s weekly information columns. This week, the Councillor is providing an update on…
Proposed business development plan submitted to City for 6111 Hazeldean Road
An application to develop 6111 Hazeldean Road, between Stittsville Main and Carp Road on the north side, has been received by the City for a proposed commercial development with four buildings…
Taxes, parking tickets and OC Transpo operating costs a concern for SBA during meeting with Councillor Gower
Several concerns were brought to the attention of Councilor Gower who attended the recent meeting of the Executive of the Stittsville Business Association (SBA)…
City approved for federal $12M Better Homes Loan Program for homeowners
The City of Ottawa has been approved for $12,169,500 of funding for the Better Homes Loan Program from the Government of Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM)…
City’s spring recreation and culture eGuides now online
The Spring 2021 recreation and culture City eGuides are now online offering COVID-modified aquatics, inclusive recreation programming and virtual courses…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Participate in the zoom presentation on March 1 at 7:00 pm with Nick Stowe who will share his knowledge and tips for living with coyotes. Join the Zoom presentation followed by a Q&A session for residents…
Community meeting updates for the Hazeldean Crossing development and Victor Street closure
A community meeting via zoom was held on February 22 for the construction that is taking place at the corner of Victor Street and Hazeldean Road. The meeting was hosted by Councillor Gower…
Living with coyotes in an urban environment – Zoom presentation March 1
In light of the recent Coyote sightings around Stittsville and the songs of the Coyote at night, especially in the area of the Trans-Canada Trail and Poole Creek corridor…
The City offers day camps for April break
The City is offering their popular in-person camps for the April school break. This year they have added virtual activities that can be done from the comfort of your home…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower brings some important information to your attention on upcoming snowbank removal; toboggan and skating safety; an upcoming session on Coyote safety…