Category: Municipal Government
OC Transpo ‘my alerts’ user data compromised
In a late afternoon press release, the City of Ottawa is notifying everyone who subscribes to the OC Transpo My Alerts system…
City of Ottawa winter programming goes online
The City of Ottawa winter e-guides are available online November 30. Stay healthy and active this winter by registering for any of the Ottawa winter recreation and arts activities.
COMMUNITY NOTES: From the desk of Councillor Gower
For the week of November 30th, Councillor Gower is sharing information on the lighting up of the Village Square Park and a house decorating contest that the Stittsville Lions are hosting…
OC Transpo driver transporting Stittsville passengers – tests positive for COVID-19
This evening a press release from OC Transpo announced that they have received confirmation that an operator has tested positive for COVID-19. Their last day of work was November 24.
Developer re-submits application for 130 Huntmar Drive
A revised development submission for 130 Huntmar has been received by the the City. The submission included a proposed Official Plan Amendment, Zoning By-law Amendment and Plan of Subdivision…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares important information from the Ottawa Police regarding safety in our community; winter parking bans;
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower has heard your concerns about speeding in Stittsville and addresses this issue. He also is seeking your feedback on…
Stittsville Extendicare to receive $26.5M in provincial funding for new long-term care facility
Stittsville is closer to receiving an additional 256 long-term care beds at the newly proposed Stittsville Extendicare on Hazeldean Road. Goldie Ghamari, MPP for Carleton…
PHOTOS: Remembrance Day 2020 in Stittsville
The Stittsville Legion held their annual Remembrance Day ceremony with a diminished group in attendance, but the honour to our Veterans and thoughts of our Military families was ever-present.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It’s another week and Councillor Glen Gower shares some community notes on the temporary closure of Huntmar Drive; new crossing guards; a Canada Post pilot project; and his November 17 webinar…
Property taxes up 3% – money coming to Stittsville
Expected funding from the province for COVID-19 related expenses will assist in keeping property taxes at three percent for 2021 (approximately $110 per household)
Councillor Gower: What the City is doing to control expenses during COVID-19
Stittsville Councillor Glen Gower has recently held a virtual Q&A on the upcoming draft City budget and provided the opportunity for residents to provide comments by participating in his budget survey. He further explains to Stittsville residents…
Crime Prevention Week – November 1-7
This year’s theme, “Serving Ontario, Protecting Communities”, will connect Ottawa Police Service (OPS) officers with residents to show individuals and groups…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares his notes to keep the community informed of upcoming activities. This week we’ll hear about COVID testing, clothing donation boxes, an application for a new cannabis store…
Ottawa Parks and Rec services adapt to continue programming
The pandemic has served as a reminder of how important recreation and culture activities are to a community’s overall physical and mental health.