Category: Pets & Animals
Kanata and Stittsville Lions Clubs are holding their annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides
The walk supports the Lions Foundation of Canada dog guide school – the only school in the world that offers seven distinct dog guide programs.
Tis the season of the deer tick – but don’t let this keep you housebound
According to Ottawa Public Health, to date in 2026, there have been 29 confirmed or probable cases in Ottawa. With the increase in the number of cases reported in the Ottawa area…
Spring Tulipfest blooms at Saunders Farm to celebrate their 50th Anniversary
To mark its 50th anniversary, Saunders Farm is launching a brand-new vibrant spring festival, Tulipfest, from May 9-24, 2026 and presented by Saunders Cider.
Ottawa Humane Society launches pet food drive to keep pets with their families
Pet affordability is a growing concern in our community. This pet food drive will help more pets stay with the families who love them. Making sure people can care for their pets…
The plight of critical insects – Pollinators the absolute MVP’s of life on Earth
Spraying to kill mosquitos creates long-term ecological and health damage. The healthiest, most mosquito-resistant yard is one that supports pollinators…
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…