Category: News
Winning entrants judged for the annual SGHS photo contest
The Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticulture Society annually holds their photo contest with a gathering of members waiting patiently to learn who and if their entry has won…
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…
Heather Desjardins of Stittsville wins an Ottawa Businesswoman of the Year Award
Heather Desjardins, Stittsville resident and owner of The Open Door Educational Services, has been recognized yet again for her professionalism and the services Open Door provides to children who have learning disabilities. Last week you may have caught…
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…
Stittsville Library resumes services with guidelines on February 22 – new programs being offered
Stittsville Library will again be welcoming customers inside for returns and holds pick-up, browsing and use of public computers starting Monday, February 22, 2021…
Beware say Ottawa Police as high-end vehicle thefts are ongoing
The Ottawa Police want to remind the community that the risk of thefts, and repeat thefts, of high-end Lexus and Toyota vehicles in Ottawa remains present…
Stittsville Knights of Columbus seeking vendors for Spring Love Local FUNdraiser
The Stittsville Knights of Columbus (SKoC) are pleased to be working with the City of Ottawa, The Stittsville Foodbank and Chrysalis House to offer a wonderful re-opening celebration for Stittsville…
A&W Stittsville partners with Mealshare to feed local youth
The A&W in Stittsville is on a mission to give back locally. In 2021, the franchise will be providing 1,200 meals to a youth in need at the Kanata Food Cupboard. Through a formed partnership with Mealshare Canada…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
From blasting, coyotes, Tewin, development and other important information pertaining to Stittsville, Councillor Gower shares the information you need to know this week…
Stittsville’s Dan Pak running for his life and the Ottawa Heart Institute
My heart journey began when I was out at a Shopper’s Drug Mart helping my daughter get makeup for her dance recital. Since I wasn’t needed, it was then I decided to check my blood pressure…
Family Day schedule changes and cancellations
The provincial Stay-at-Home order remains in effect on Family Day. The City of Ottawa reminds residents of the following schedule changes for Family Day…
Mandy Faulkner talks heart health
February is Heart Month and heart disease is the 2nd leading cause of death in North America. So let’s talk about heart health! When people talk about heart disease, there are terms…
Keep your pets safe during cold weather
The temperature is plummeting and the cold weather can pose serious risks to pets. We may admire our pets’ plush coats, but as beautiful as fur is, it’s not a perfect insulator, especially when it’s very cold…