Category: Sports & Recreation
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
This week, Councillor Gower provides an update as to the status of the downtown situation as at Sunday evening. He shares the news of John Curry’s passing and his thoughts,
Restart of drop-in recreation activities -note some winter programs are reduced or cancelled
With the Province of Ontario relaxing restrictions on Monday, January 31, the City will resume drop-in recreation and cultural activities at select locations with 50 per cent capacity levels.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Our freedom in Canada also comes with a responsibility to look out for one another, and to respect our fellow neighbours and citizens. These values were completely missing from the protests over the weekend.
City implements reservation system for its four outdoor refrigerated rinks
To facilitate the implementation of new capacity restrictions for outdoor recreation amenities, the City is re-introducing the online reservation system for peak times…
St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church is home to the Stittsville Tae Kwon Do School
At this time of year before COVID, the Stittsville Tae Kwon Do School hosted incredible holiday pot luck buffets for its members.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is hiring – full or part-time position for someone who wants to make a difference in your community.
2022 Winter Recreation & Arts eGuides now online for next week’s registration
The 2022 Winter eGuides provide many choices of activities, offered in English and French, for you and your family to stay active this winter.
Councillor Gower pushing to get shovels in the ground by fall 2022 for Robert Grant extension
One project that was not mentioned in the 2022 draft budget is “the next phase of Robert Grant Avenue…
Stittsville’s Collinda Joseph returns from the Wheelchair Curling World Championships
Stittsville resident Collinda Joseph recently brought her skills as a curler to the Wheelchair Curling World Championships in Beijing!
West Ottawa Wild Ringette U19AA team plays inaugural game
The West Ottawa Ringette Association (WORA) broke some exciting news last week for Stittsville. They now have a newly formed U19AA level team.
Stittsville athlete Collinda Joseph competes on the world stage
Collinda Joseph says it’s an honour to represent Canada on the international stage. “It’s a mind-blowing opportunity to be part of the team.”
Sharpen your skates – the Fall 2021 Skating and Hockey eGuide is now online
Residents looking forward to getting back on the ice will be excited to see the Fall 2021 Skating and Hockey eGuide available online now.
Indoor sports come under strengthened COVID guidelines beginning October 9
In a October 6 letter, Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health, has outlined the new vaccine requirement and guidelines to assist in preventing the spread of COVID-19 for indoor organized sports.
City of Ottawa: Thanksgiving Day schedule changes
The City of Ottawa is reminding residents of various schedule changes on Thanksgiving Day, Monday, October 11.