Category: News
Greg and Aaron McPherson walking again to support youth and fight the stigma of addictions and mental health
This year’s walk, taking place on June 2 and June 3, will see the father and son team walk all 24 Ottawa wards in 24 hours including a walk through the Byward Market to Alexandra Bridge to honour Aric.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, the Councillor invites all residents to his upcoming Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival at Village Square Park on June 17 with entertainment and exhibits for all to enjoy.
Stittsville resident Jesse Card, Director of Youth Ottawa, wins Ottawa’s Forty Under 40 Award
When Stittsville Central last caught up with Jesse Card in April of 2021, he had just taken over as Director of Youth Ottawa. A couple of years later, he has won Ottawa’s Forty Under 40 Award for his work in that position.
Lifejackets save lives – MPP Goldie Ghamari honours family with introduction of Bill 93-Joshua’s Law
MPP Ghamari’s other impetus was learning that a resident of her riding, Cara McNulty, had lost her 11-year old son, Joshua Steinburg, in a 2018 boating accident.
Rotary Club presenting last film of the season on May 29 – special viewing of Bones of Crows coming in June
In collaboration with the Film Circuit of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville will show its last film of the season on May 29. The Territory will be screened…
Shingwàkons Public School officially opens its doors to Stittsville students
Principal Todd Thompson said, “our school will have a strong focus on social emotional learning and student well-being combined with innovative instruction around literacy and numeracy.
Library updates from the Stittsville branch
Drop in to see the caterpillar cabinet to see how the caterpillars are moving through their stages to become Painted Lady butterflies. For Asian Heritage Month, Stittsville librarian Gemini…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower keeps residents updated with the provision of his weekly community notes. This week he covers a wide variety of news from the Planning & Housing Committee; clean-up status after the ice storm…
Safety concerns continue at Beverly and Stittsville Main for Holy Spirit students
The traffic situation on Stittsville Main has increased substantially over the years and one would think that a crossing guard would have been at the top of official’s minds for the safety of the children attending Holy Spirit.
Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club lets you ‘try your hand’ at June 3rd Open House
The Goulbourn Bowling Club, formed in 1996 in Richmond, moved in 1998 to its present location at 2135 Huntley Road in Stanley Corners just south of Stittsville. The Club is known as the friendliest lawn bowling club in Ottawa.
RVCA’s 7 millionth tree takes root in Richmond
Since 1984, the RVCA has been committed to tree planting across the watershed as part of its comprehensive watershed management strategy. Trees aren’t just pretty providers of shade…
Kardish Health Food Centre set to open its doors in Stittsville
In 2005, the opportunity arose for Robert Assaf to purchase the Kardish Health Food business from the Kardish family and the franchise owners. Since that time…
Sacred Heart’s production of the Broadway Classic “Annie” gets rave reviews!
For seniors like Emilea Kavanagh, who played the lead role of Grace in the musical, getting to do one final show at the school is very special. Emilea says, “It means a lot to be able to do one last performance at Sacred. I’ve been a part of the drama program at the school since grade seven and I’m glad I get one more show before I graduate.”
Ottawa Police are warning residents about shady contractors
The Ottawa Police Service is warning residents to be vigilant about agreeing to any repair work on roofs or driveways with door to door paving or roofing contractors.
Ottawa needs a new Wildlife Strategy
With the recent killing of coyote in Riverside South and a young black bear in Kanata, it has become even more apparent that the City needs a progressive and humane Wildlife Strategy.