Category: Police, Fire & Paramedics
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
It’s been a busy week for Councillor Gower with a number of items to share – the important one – the Stittsville Village Association’s ‘Parade of Lights’ takes place…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, the Councillor is sharing details from the 2026 Ottawa Budget and a variety of investments coming to Stittsville. Recycling is being expanded for the city…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Winter has certainly arrived to start the new week – stay safe when travelling the roads. Councillor Gower is keeping residents up-to-date with upcoming meetings and events. An important information…
Honouring our Veterans – Station 81 firefighters install the Poppies of Goulbourn display at the Goulbourn Museum
A vibrant collage of crocheted poppies, the Poppies of Goulbourn art display, was installed on the wall of the Goulbourn Museum on October 29th thanks to the firefighters of Station 81.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Let us remember our Veterans. Stittsville Legion veterans, members and volunteers will be in the community selling poppies to support our Veterans and their family members.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower provides an update on the Carp Road widening project and an upcoming public meeting. There will be an in-person public engagement session…
“Distraction thefts on the rise” Ottawa Police warn seniors
These thefts often involve suspects approaching victims from a nearby waiting vehicle – usually seniors – using charm and deception to get close under the guise of asking for directions…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We hope everyone had a lovely Thanksgiving weekend. This week Councillor Gower is sharing events, proposed development news and information on concerns pertinent to the community. The 9RunRun takes place…
Charges laid following Stittsville collision leaving Ghost Padron with life-altering injuries
Ottawa Police Services shared, “collisions have lasting impacts on everyone involved. Please take extra care on our roads to help keep all users safe.”
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The summer weather just doesn’t seem to be ending and neither are Councillor Gower’s updates for our community. This week, the Councillor invites residents to attend his celebration for the opening
Don’t sleep on safety: test your alarms with Ottawa Fire Services
Firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit homes across the city the week of September 22nd to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working.
Ottawa Police Service clarifies procedures for insurance information following collisions
Following a collision, officers facilitate the exchange of insurance information at the scene between all involved parties and provide a case number for insurance purposes.
Ontario doubling fire protection grant to protect more firefighters
There are approximately 33,000 municipal firefighters in Ontario. This includes more than 12,500 full-time firefighters, more than 20,000 volunteer firefighters and almost 400 part-time firefighters.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower shares some upcoming events; his meeting with Chief Eric Stubbs of the Ottawa Police – more will be coming about the meeting…
July 22nd accident on Sweetnam Drive devastatingly alters the life of Ghost Padron
As many residents are aware, on July 22nd in Stittsville, Ghost Padron was struck by a car while riding their bike. They sustained life-threatening brain injuries and multiple broken bones.