Category: Seniors
Park officially named for dedicated Stittsville resident Lee Boltwood
In 1965, Lee and Paul Boltwood were married. One year later in 1966, Lee and Paul left their beloved home province of British Columbia to set off in a new direction and their new venture in life.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The Stittsville Main Street Public Realm plan has been approved by the City’s Planning Committee (it goes to City Council on July 6th).
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…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The weather held out for Councillor Gower’s Family Bike Ride on Sunday – above is a photo of community members who took part.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The City of Ottawa and the CRT Developments (Claridge, Richcraft and Tamarack) reached an agreement to purchase five hectares of Shea Woods.
Ontario expands fourth-dose eligibility for COVID-19 vaccine
Starting April 7th, 2022, Ontarians over 60 years of age as well as Inuit and Métis individuals over 18 will be eligible for their fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.
Sports enthusiast and local historian Ann McCooeye passes away
Ann McCooeye will be remembered for her dry wit, stamina, sportsmanship, local historical knowledge and kindness.
Ontario government eliminating fees for police record checks for volunteers
The Ontario government is making it easier to volunteer and encourage volunteerism.
Residents of Stittsville’s Granite Ridge Care Community will soon receive increased direct care
This provincial funding includes $1,953,588 going to Granite Ridge Care Community in Stittsville to hire additional staff this year.
Stittsville’s retiree French classes flourish with a bon vivant group
In 2013, the Stittsville Library introduced conversational French language lessons for retirees.
Nominations are now open for the 2022 Stittsville Volunteer Awards
The Stittsville Volunteer Awards is your opportunity to bring the dedicated community involvement of your nominee to light.
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.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
In this week’s update from Councillor Gower, shares the kindness shown from our community to the families who lost their homes in the recent fire on Aridus Crescent and links to donate to support the families effected.