Category: Pets & Animals
Adaptable neighbour – the rise of the urban coyote
With the increase of Coyote sightings in Stittsville, along with hearing their frightening howls, we thought it important to remind residents that while they are a “man-made problem”…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is pleased to share that the nomination period is open for the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards.
Old-Fashioned Christmas brings out the holiday spirit at the Goulbourn Museum
Everything Christmas – that is what Goulbourn Museum shared with the community at their Old-Fashioned Christmas afternoon on November 23rd. The snow falling gently…
Two local children benefit from the first CGDB Autism Service Dog graduates
For the first time in its 41-year history, CGDB has successfully trained and graduated Autism Service Dogs participating in the CGDB pilot program…
Pumpkin Parade annual tradition returns for its 12th year at Stittsville’s Village Square Park
This community show of Stittsville’s talent and spirit has been happening since Trevor Eggleton moved from British Columbia and introduced this evening of eerie to Stittsville…
38th Annual Guide Dog Motorcycle Ride roars back to Ottawa
The engines are revving for Ottawa’s longest running annual charity motorcycle ride to benefit Canadian Guide Dogs that will hit the road again for its 38th year…
Get ready to pamper your pets at Purrdy Paws Pet Grooming Spa
Purrdy Paws is a full-service pet grooming salon dedicated to providing top-notch care for your beloved companions at the Spa or in your own home…
Purrdy Paws Pet Grooming Spa announces grand opening main event!
Purrdy Paws Pet Grooming Spa is celebrating their arrival at their new location on Stittsville Main Street with their ‘Purrdy Paws Spa Main Event’.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It is going to be an above-average hot couple of days and the City of Ottawa shared information in anticipation of the Heat Warning being issued by Environment and…
Fosters and Adopters Urgently Needed – 440 Animals in Humane Society Care
The OHS is urging the community to consider becoming a foster volunteer or adopting an animal to help prepare for the high number of animals that will need the shelter’s support…
Protecting your pets during smoky conditions – Ottawa Humane Society
Poor air quality affects people and it can also affect pets. Dr. Shelley Hutchings, Ottawa Humane Society shares how smoke can affect your pet and what you can do…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is sharing further information on the new ways to bus and would like to hear from residents about your experience travelling on the new and changed routes.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares the draft of road projects and transit recommended for the community and wants to ensure that Stittsville residents share their feedback at the links he has provided.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is sharing updates, events and information to keep residents informed and involved. From stormwater pond maintenance, new bus services to registering…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Councillor is hosting a virtual meeting on March 5 about potential traffic safety improvements on Maple Grove Road in the Fairwinds and Bryanston Gate neighbourhoods.