Category: News
Is an RRSP always the best choice for retirement?
While there’s no doubt RRSPs remain an excellent way to save for retirement, they’re not the only tool in the box – other types of accounts can possibly be more effective.
Local Land Trust celebrates $123,800 from the Ontario Trillium Foundation
(Representatives from the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust were present for the funding announcement from the Ontario Trillium Foundation and presented by MPP John Jordan. Left-Right from top: Paul Kehoe, Andrew…
RBC 21 Under 21 Youth Awards Gala Brought to You by Youth Ottawa
Jennifer Liu is a dedicated student at Earl of March Secondary School, with a strong passion for business, economics, and finance. She is fascinated by entrepreneurship…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
He would like to hear from residents as to what are your transportation corridor priorities; he is hopeful with the trial O-Train running of Lines 2 and 4…
Alfred H. McCoy recognized for his community contributions with a commemorative park
Alfred 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 ensuring that a baseball field, tennis courts and an outdoor skating rink…
One story leads to reunion of a teacher and student after 22 years at Wildpine Residence
(On September 29 and October 1, 2024, Wildpine Residence had a very special visitor. Barbara McKenny was visiting to reunite with her favourite teacher, Peter Boyd. They had not seen…
Updated commemorative naming program launches with its first nomination period
The commemorative naming program permits residents an opportunity to recognize a noteworthy person or family with a visible reminder of the important contribution…
Budget consultations with Councillors start next week
Councillors Glen Gower, Cathy Curry and Allan Hubley will be holding a joint public consultation on Tuesday, November 26, 2024…
Ottawa Wiggled for Homeless Animals — Humane Society Says Thank You
More than 1,400 people registered for the Ottawa Humane Society’s Wiggle Waggle Walk & Run held on Sunday, September 29th…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower invites residents to the commemorative naming ceremony for the Alfred H. McCoy Park on October 5th at 11:00am at 73 West Ridge Drive…
City of Ottawa Archives Celebrates 100th Anniversary of the RCAF
2024 marks the centenary of the Royal Canadian Air Force. To honour the RCAF’s longstanding service to Canadians, the City of Ottawa Archives has created a display and accompanying booklet.
Share the joy of outer space in October with Lucy Hambly
From two separate meteor showers to Earth’s new mini moon, here are some of October’s most anticipated astronomy events…
The three-item garbage limit comes into effect September 30 – City answers your questions
The City’s new three-item garbage limit starts on Monday, September 30. The limit applies to residents who receive curbside waste collection, including those whose waste is collected…
Goulbourn Museum shares history at the 180th year of Richmond Fair
At the Goulbourn Museum display, visitors were asked to identify historical artefacts that had once been used in the daily lives of residents.
Attendees swooned for romance at Re-Read Used Books’ afternoon with talented local authors
The afternoon featured authors: Kate Cole, Maggie North, Emily Murray, Renée Gendron, Mona Storm, Syren Nightshade, Caroline Richardson, Jennifer Carole-Lewis, with their special guest Joey Berry.