Category: Seniors
Op-Ed: A message for Stittsville residents from Mayor Mark Sutcliffe
When I listen to residents from Stittsville, I hear a lot of concerns about affordability. We’re doing everything we can to reduce the financial burden on Stittsville residents, while investing significantly…
Stittsville District Lions Club supporting the Queensway Carleton Hospital expansion project
The Stittsville District Lions Club is entering into a new fundraising endeavour. The Queensway Carleton Hospital (QCH) will be expanding and modernizing the hospital to help shape the future of health care…
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…
Goulbourn Recreation Complex turns 25 – the road to building it
The Goulbourn Recreation Complex has proven to be a sound investment for the people of Stittsville and all those in the former Township of Goulbourn thanks to the foresight of Mayor Paul Bradley and Council members in 1996.
Everyone loves a pumpkin parade – tradition continues for the 12th year
On November 1, Village Square Park was home to what has become a familiar Stittsville tradition. Now in its twelth year, the Stittsville Pumpkin Parade continues to grow…
November news and events at the Stittsville Library Branch
Please note that the Ottawa Public Library will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 for Remembrance Day, and Thursday, November 20 for the Annual OPL Employee Forum.
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…
Join Ottawa Public Health at this years Fall Health Fair!
The Aging Well in Ottawa Fall Health Fair is right around the corner! Older adults and caregivers can stop on by to connect with over 30 local health, social and community organizations.
“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…
Focus and shoot – enter the 2025 Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society photo competition
The Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society (SGHS) has opened its annual photo competition. The entry deadline is February 2, 2026.
October news and events from the Stittsville Library Branch
The Stittsville Branch will be closed on Monday, October 13, 2025 for Thanksgiving Day. The Branch will re-open on Tuesday, October 14 at their regular hours.
There was something for everyone at Stittsville’s weekend events
There is always something going on in Stittsville and this weekend was no exception. With the perfect fall weather all of the events were well attended. There was a great…
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
Lionhearts celebrate at another Open House; apples aplenty at AppleFest; Halloween comes early at ReStore; and a Quilt Walk like no other
There is always something going on in Stittsville from events, sports and live music keeping you busy right here in your home town.
Province launching Flu, COVID-19 and RSV immunizations for high-risk groups
Ontario is protecting communities from respiratory illnesses with their early release of immunizations for high-risk residents. On October 27th, the general public will be able to access these immunizations.