Category: Parks
Park officially named for dedicated Stittsville resident Lee Boltwood
In 1965, Lee and Paul Boltwood were married. One year later in 1966, Lee and Paul left their beloved home province of British Columbia to set off in a new direction and their new venture in life.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Stittsville Main Street Public Realm plan has been approved by the City’s Planning Committee (it goes to City Council on July 6th).
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor invites all residents to the first-ever multicultural community showcase at Village Square Park on June 25 with entertainment and exhibits for all to enjoy.
City of Ottawa officials provide storm update – what to expect – next steps
Since the storm on May 21, City of Ottawa Public Works staff have been fully deployed to support recovery and clean-up. The response has required a tremendous level of dedicated work and coordination across Public Works.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The past two weeks have been memorable for many here in Stittsville after the Derecho blew through. Being kept up-to-date by Councillor Gower…
Damian Piper gives a voice to Ottawa’s beavers
While on assignment for The Fulcrum, the University of Ottawa’s English language newspaper, Damian was intrigued by a story about the City of Ottawa’s practice of killing beavers.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower brings to our attention this week, a new community initiative – The Diversity Project…
Ruth Richardson and Ottawa-Stittsville Rotary Club invite residents to peace walk for Ukraine
This year, you are invited to join thousands of people who walk labyrinths worldwide as they participate in the fourteenth annual World Labyrinth Day at W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
On April 27 via Zoom, Stittsville residents will have the opportunity to view and provide feedback on the Stittsville Main Street Public Realm Plan .
Stittsville’s Lee Boltwood Park in need of plant donations
The Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society is currently seeking plant donations for the gardens in Lee Boltwood Park.
Exploring Canada’s wilderness with Adam Shoalts
A Presentation of the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust taking place on March 23, 2022 via Zoom.
Cleaning the Capital 2022 Spring Campaign
Spring is on the horizon, and with it comes spring cleaning – not just in the house, but in the community as well. Registration for Cleaning the Capital’s Spring Campaign starts on March 15th.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
In this week’s update from Councillor Gower, shares the kindness shown from our community to the families who lost their homes in the recent fire on Aridus Crescent and links to donate to support the families effected.
Councillor Gower pushing to get shovels in the ground by fall 2022 for Robert Grant extension
One project that was not mentioned in the 2022 draft budget is “the next phase of Robert Grant Avenue…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Halloween is just around the corner and Councillor Gower is sharing his upcoming Trick or Treat event on October 31, along with some tips from Ottawa Public Health so all the witches and goblins can have a safe Halloween.