Category: Sports & Recreation
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Glen is sharing information on his actions to see a Primary Care Health Hub come to Stittsville. He has introduced a Notice of Motion at City Council that is proposed…
Four new inductees celebrated at the newly revamped Stittsville Sports Hall of Fame official ceremony
On November 28, 2024, at an official ceremony, four new inductees were added to the existing19 athletes plaques at the newly named Stittsville Sports Hall of Fame…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The 50th celebration at the Stittsville Library branch of the Ottawa Public Library saw hundreds of residents and guests flow through the library on November 23rd. There were activities for…
Trips for Kids celebrates $104,400 in Ontario Trillium Foundation grants
Trips for Kids Ottawa is a charity dedicated to providing outdoor recreation opportunities for Ottawa’s disadvantaged youth through mountain biking and skating.
Hero’s Ridge honours Veterans at Senator’s home hockey games
At each home game, a Canadian Armed Forces veteran and their family enjoy time together in Hero’s Ridge – a 200-level box suite at Canadian Tire Centre.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
The fall weather has finally arrived and with it comes another week of community information shared by Councillor Gower. On November 11th, residents are invited to the Remembrance Day ceremony held by the Stittsville Legion…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower is sharing the opportunity to participate in a survey on the proposed new boundaries for Stittsville in the next municipal election…
The Stittsville Sports ‘Wall’ of Fame being revived, renamed and relocated
The new Stittsville Sports Hall of Fame will soon be unveiled for our local community to enjoy. The Selection Committee members have been working hard behind the scenes to refurbish…
Kanata Granite announced as title sponsor for NCAFA Championship Week 69
NCAFA, celebrating its 69th year, serves youth across Ottawa, Kemptville, and Cornwall through tackle football, flag football, and cheer programs for boys and girls aged 6 to 19.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Hoping everyone enjoyed their Thanksgiving weekend. This week Councillor Gower shares information on vehicle ownership in Stittsville and the variance in numbers…
Ottawa Valley Silver Seven hockey volunteer and Stittsville resident recognized as a Hero by RBC Race for the Kids
“It was such a great bonding experience for the kids to get out there, get some exercise, and learn about what CHEO does in the community,” Staniforth shared…
Alfred H. McCoy recognized for his community contributions with a commemorative park
Alfred McCoy, was a business leader in Stittsville and led the village in the progress of local recreation programs and facilities. Alf, as everyone knew him, was instrumental in ensuring that a baseball field, tennis courts and an outdoor skating rink…
One story leads to reunion of a teacher and student after 22 years at Wildpine Residence
(On September 29 and October 1, 2024, Wildpine Residence had a very special visitor. Barbara McKenny was visiting to reunite with her favourite teacher, Peter Boyd. They had not seen…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower invites residents to the commemorative naming ceremony for the Alfred H. McCoy Park on October 5th at 11:00am at 73 West Ridge Drive…
United Way’s ‘Tee Up for Change’ raises $65K to support region’s most vulnerable
On a glorious, sun-filled Thursday, 144 golfers turned out to hit the links and do their part to ensure vulnerable people across Renfrew County, Lanark County, Ottawa and Prescott-Russell have access…