Category: Municipal Government
Info meeting August 6th – Restoring the Wyldewood Sign
(Photo: via Councillor Glen Gower) The Wyldewood entrance sign has been looking most dilapidated for the past several years. Pleased to say that Councillor Glen Gower, working with local residents, has arranged and…
It is hot, hot, hot – time for water safety tips
July 21-27 is Drowning Prevention Week across Ottawa and the country. With this weekend’s forecast of extremely hot weather, many of you will be travelling to the nearest lake, river…
Stittsville garbage issues are piling up
Garbage is always an issue during the hot summer months, but this year there seems to be a plethora of complaints about the irregular service being received. A recent June…
Day of fun at Stittsville’s 2019 Canada Day party
(Photo by Barry Gray) The day began with Councillor Glen Gower’s breakfast for seniors organized by Hazeldean Gardens. With over 150 seniors awash in their red and white, the group…
Safe cycling and distracted driving focus for police in July
The Ottawa Police Service’s Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) will focus on cycling safety and distracted driving during the month of July. Cycling Safety — Between 2013 and 2017, there were 1,460 collisions involving…
Public opinion requested for commemorative naming of Stittsville park – A.H. McCoy
Alfred H. McCoy, was a business leader in Stittsville and led the village in the progress of local recreation programs and facilities. Alf, as everyone knew him, was instrumental in…
OP ED: Want to volunteer – an absurd new fee put in place for background checks
The majority of organizations and community groups rely on volunteers to produce successful events, sports teams, and quality of life — why would the Ottawa Police Services Board vote to charge…
Stittsville’s 2019 Canada Day ramping up to be one big family party
(PHOTO: Canada Day fireworks in Stittsville. Photo by B.R. Ravishankar.) Live, local, entertainment, a teeming Family Fun Zone, and spectacular fireworks will be the three main pillars behind Canada Day…
Stittville Village Association call out for volunteers – Canada Day
Every community event is successful because of the commitment of volunteers. This year is no exception! The Stittsville Village Association is asking for your contribution of a few hours of…
OC Transpo summer changes effective June 23rd
OC Transpo’s summer service starts Sunday, June 23. Schedule adjustments and seasonal reductions will reflect the lower demand for service as the school year ends and customers take vacations. Customers…
Green bin plastic or paper bag disposal coming soon
On July 2nd, residents will now be able to use plastic bags as an option for disposing of organics in your green bin. Organics would include food scraps, paper towel,…
Metric Homes in Stittsville requesting extension to stay in present location
At the Planning Committee on June 13, Metric Homes (SPD Developments Inc.) is on the agenda. They have requested a Zoning By-law amendment proposal that would allow their corporate office, together…
Transit fare freeze approved by Ottawa Council
On July 1, transit riders would have seen an increase to fares. The fares have been postponed until the O-Train Confederation Line light-rail service is up and running. The approach,…
Stittsville volunteers celebrated at annual awards event
Volunteers are the backbone of every community charitably giving of their time and talents so others can enjoy the benefits of their generosity — our unsung heroes. This year’s list…
Tanya Hein awarded Roger Griffiths Memorial Citizen of the Year
The Roger Griffiths Memorial Citizen of the Year is presented to an individual who best exemplifies community involvement and participation. This special award is named after the late Roger Griffiths,…