Category: Wildlife
Time to submit photos for RVCA’s 60th anniversary calendar
All photographers – amateur and professional alike – are invited to submit their best natural photos from across the Rideau Valley for a chance to be featured in the special 2026 wall calendar.
Notes for Nature concert promises earth-themed music on World Environment Day
This night of beautiful Earth-themed music will raise funds for the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust’s (MMLT) vital land conservation work.
Graceful visitors arrive at the Goulbourn Wetlands
“A pair of trumpeter swans has taken up residence in the Stittsville Wetlands” and have been seen over the past two weeks in the Goulbourn Wetlands Complex.
End the Attacks on Endangered Species and Stop Bill 5
The Friends of Stittsville Wetlands (FofSW) want to ensure that Stittsville residents are aware of the provincial bill – “Bill 5, the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025”…
What does the New Wildlife Strategy protect? City puts beavers and beaver dams at risk in Goulbourn Wetland Complex – again!
On April 22th, Earth Day, an impressive Community Forum was hosted by the Friends of Stittsville Wetlands. This forum was “to raise awareness of the importance of wetlands and the significance of…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower is sharing further information on the new ways to bus and would like to hear from residents about your experience travelling on the new and changed routes.
Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville support Friends of Stittsville Wetlands – discover Goulbourn’s wetlands at Earth Day forum
Janet Stavinga, President of the FoSW invites the community to register (in-person or for the livestream) and join this Earth Day forum on Tuesday, April 22 from 7:00–9:30pm…
Spring means more wildlife and often they should be left alone
Each year, the OHS receives approximately 1,400 sick, injured and orphaned wild animals from Ottawa By-law and Regulatory Services officers and members of the public.
John Edkins’ latest exhibition brings nature to the Stittsville Library
John Edkins’ latest photography display showcases this thoughtful tradition, celebrating the relationship between everyday beauty and artistic creativity.
Flock to MMLT’s returning birdhouse fundraiser auction
(Bill Rawson created this birdhouse for the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust ‘Birds of a Feather Auction Together’. It is the fourth auction raising funds to protect nature reserves and foster…
Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority bringing fun to PA days and summer camps
Make this summer an unforgettable adventure for your kids by registering for the Mississippi Valley Conservation Authority’s nature-based camps
JacintaINK™ offers local, handcrafted greeting cards for every occasion
JacintaINK™/JacintaPICS™, a local business in Stittsville, is operated by passionate artist and business owner Jacinta Cillis-Asquith. Jacinta crafts handmade greeting cards, photo cards, and calendars.
Friends of Stittsville Wetlands receives two-year funding from Ottawa Stewardship Council
The Ottawa Stewardship Council (OSC) presented the Friends of Stittsville Wetlands (FoSW) with a $7000 grant. This two-year funding will further assist FoSW in building its capacity…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
You can now follow the Councillor on Bluesky for updates and other information. He also reminds residents to vote on February 27th if you haven’t already.
13th Ecologically sensitive property now protected by the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust
(The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) have acquired the Chatson Woods near Denbigh, Ontario. The woods will be added to the Rose Hill Nature Reserve. Photos: MMLT) The Mississippi Madawaska…