Category: Schools
2022 candidate list for Ottawa municipal election now official – what you need to know to vote
The Ottawa City Clerk issued a revised certified list of candidates in accordance with Municipal Election Act, 1996 (known as the MEA) for the Monday, October 24, 2022 municipal election to elect a Mayor, City Councillor and the School Board Trustees.
Ottawa Safety Council in need of Crossing Guards
The Ottawa Safety Council is currently experiencing a Crossing Guard shortage and are in need of your help.
Stittsville’s Canada Day 2022 promises to be one huge family party
Live, local entertainment, a teeming Family Fun Zone, and spectacular fireworks will be the three main pillars behind 2022’s Canada Day in Stittsville.
OCDSB announces name of new school in Fernbank community – Shingwaakon Public School
Participants indicated a strong sense of support for an Algonquin name, an important step in work towards reconciliation – Todd Thompson, Principal, Shingwaakon Public School.
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.
Nominees honoured at Stittsville Volunteer Awards ceremony (Photos)
The 2022 Stittsville Volunteer Awards recognized our community volunteers who contribute to a social environment that nurtures the well-being of all.
The 2022 Blossom Fest continued its ‘festive’ fun thanks to perseverance, volunteers and performers
Mandy’s perseverance, the fantastic volunteers and entertainers coming together on May 22nd made the day the success that it was. It was a perfect outlet for the kids and families to take their minds off of a stressful situation…
New French elementary school proposed for 755 Cope Road
A Site Plan Control application for 755 Cope Road to construct a new two-storey elementary school has been received by the City from the Conseil des écoles publiques de l’Est de l’Ontario.
Perfect program for aspiring writers at Algonquin College
Algonquin College is accepting applications for the Professional Writing program beginning this September.
Should post-secondary students be compensated for online schooling?
Since colleges and universities closed their campuses, students have been expected to pay full tuition fees for half of the experience.
Ottawa Catholic School Board fills trustee position following John Curry’s death
A long-time member of St Patrick Parish in Fallowfield, de Kemp has had a 30-year affiliation with the OCSB.
Nominations are now open for Ottawa’s Favourite Crossing Guard Contest
The Ottawa Safety Council is encouraging community members to show their appreciation by nominating their favourite Crossing Guard by April 29th.
Crossing Guards needed for three Stittsville schools
The Ottawa Crossing Guard program is a partnership between the City of Ottawa and the Ottawa Safety Council (OSC).
New Fernbank Elementary School attendance boundary decided
The attendance boundary has been decided for the new Fernbank Elementary School at the Ottawa Catholic School Board (OCSB) Board meeting held on February 8, 2022.
Open Letter: In Memory of John Curry
I am writing this letter today on behalf of myself and my colleagues at the Stittsville Business Association. I also think that much of what is shared in this letter will resonate with many others in our community as well.