Category: Parks
308 acres of Highlands Forest permanently protected by local land trust
Located south of Matawatchan Provincial Park, the reserve is a flagship addition to MMLT’s protected lands. Its mature forests, rocky ridges, wetlands, and creeks support remarkable biodiversity.
It was a sweet return of the fourth annual Stittsville Butter Tart Festival
The Stittsville Butter Tart Festival 2025 had 15 participating bakers. Community members and judges got to vote for the best tasty treat of the event.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
One of the sweetest events of the year is just a few days away – the Butter Tart Festival at Stittsville’s Market at the Barn on September 13th.
Retirement development approved by Planning and Housing Committee for southwest corner at Hazeldean and Carp Roads
The proposed development will provide housing for seniors in a facility suited for their needs that will contribute to the range of housing types available in the area.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is sharing some back-to-school times and safety tips for residents. The Ottawa Safety Council is still seeking some crossing guards for Stittsville…
Apply for the EcoYouth Council of Ecology Ottawa
Last year, Ecology Ottawa launched its EcoYouth program, bringing together young leaders from across Ottawa to share their ideas, build community, and take action for…
Pride Week flag raised at Village Square Park
On August 17th the week was marked with the 4th Annual Pride Week Flag Raising ceremony held at Village Square Park and hosted by Councillor Gower.
Fall registration opens for Cleaning the Capital – let’s keep Stittsville clean and green for another year
Let’s keep up the momentum to keep Stittsville clean and green! And remember while you are tidying our community, it promotes a sense of pride for all residents.
Halfway to Protection: Community pushes MMLT closer to conserving 500 acres of wilderness
A community-driven effort to protect two ecologically significant properties in the Madawaska Highlands has reached a major milestone, the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust…
A relaxing evening of music and movies at Village Square Park was enjoyed under the stars
The Village Square Park was the perfect venue for all to have an enjoyable evening with family and friends under the stars.
A summer’s evening filled with music and ice cream
On the evening of July 2nd, the brass quintet members of the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra could be found filling the park with music at Alexander Grove in Stittsville in celebration of their 60th anniversary.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Happy Canada Day! The Councillor invites you to join him for his Canada Day Flag Raising Ceremony at the Welcome to Stittsville sign at Hazeldean Road and Stittsville Main Street.
Ottawa Symphony Orchestra + ice cream + Alexander Grove Park = Awesome Summer Vibes!
It’s a night where reality and imagination come together as one, as people of all ages come together to enjoy the brass ensemble (plus percussion!) of the Ottawa Symphony Orchestra…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
A new development is being proposed for 2775 and 2785 Palladium Drive, with a virtual public meeting being held on June 10th. The City wants to hear from residents on the new draft of the Zoning Bylaw…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Hoping everyone enjoyed the brisk long weekend. This week Councillor Gower is asking residents to join him for Let’s Bike Month for the month of June. The Enviro-Centre is also…