Category: Seniors
City survey: how do you want to access park accessibility information?
The City wants to hear from you on their “Public Information about Accessibility Features in Parks” survey on Engage.ottawa.ca before the deadline, Thursday, March 6.
Coldest Night of the Year brings community together to support those less fortunate
(Sister Mona, Vice Principal of École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais, was helped out with many student volunteers to ensure this year’s Coldest Night of the Year walk was a success.) On…
Nominations open for the 2025 Stittsville Volunteer Awards
April 26, 2025 is the date to have your nominations submitted for the annual Stittsville Volunteer Awards hosted by Councillor Glen Gower. The Stittsville Volunteer Awards are an opportunity to highlight…
Stittsville Library branch news and events for February
This month, the Stittsville Library has a special event taking place at its location – the Goulbourn Township Historical Society (GTHS) is holding its ‘Goulbourn’s Women of Influence’ heritage day celebration on February 15th
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
In this week’s updates, Councillor Gower has some important updates for the community. Firstly, he wants to remind the community with regard to safety and steps to take in light of the recent suspicious incidents…
Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk encourages participants to brave the elements to help the vulnerable
(Walkers participate in the 2024 Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser in support of those who are experiencing homelessness and hunger in our communities. Photo: CNOY) Since 2011, the Coldest…
More convenient for seniors to renew drivers’ licences effective February 3, 2025
A newly introducted streamlined process will allow seniors to renew their licences and complete testing in one visit to ServiceOntario.
Winter warriors: How pharmacists help you combat cold weather illnesses
(Stan Tsykov is a Pharmacist and the owner of your local Shoppers Drug Mart at 1300 Stittsville Main Street. Stittsville Central is pleased to share his expertise in health matters.)…
Stittsville Library branch news and events for January
With the cold winter days and nights finally arriving, take the time to visit the Stittsville Library to choose a book or two, find a cozy corner at home, curl up with
The Turcotte family extravaganza holiday display returns for final year – looking back
Shawn reminisced, “We have now raised over $175,000 for both CHEO and the Stittsville Food bank over the last four Christmas’s – amazing considering we started with an old station wagon and a tree!”
Looking for holiday reading – Ottawa Public Library reveals its most popular books in 2024
From exciting new releases to beloved classics, the lists offer something for everyone. Explore the selections and discover insights provided by OPL’s knowledgeable…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is sharing the information that Stittsville residents should be made aware of from details of the City of Ottawa budget being passed on December 11th to the good news that Ottawa Council passed his motion to improve primary care…
December news and events at Goulbourn Museum
Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a wonderful New Year! Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you in 2025.
Stittsville Parade of Lights – an exciting time for all including the Tunis Shriners (view slideshow)
The weather was truly frightful, but the scene to come would be delightful. With wintry snow falling and a chilly wind and the Parade of Lights taking place – the festive season has officially begun.
The jolly Coca-Cola Santa arrived in Stittsville to share his Christmas spirit at Brown’s YIG
The afternoon of Santa’s visit provided an opportunity to have your photo taken with Santa, have a seat in his big chair and whisper your Christmas wish list in his ear!