Category: Youth
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…
The idea sparked in the 1960’s – The Stittsville Library opened its doors on October 3, 1973
The October 3, 1973 opening was a day full of excitement for the community and school children with many attending to see the official ribbon cutting by Reeve Ab Black…
Local author’s latest book sets Amberwood Garden as its backdrop
Stittsville author Barbara Robson takes readers on a journey through the history of Amberwood Garden in her new children’s book, A Magic Garden, with illustrations by Sophia Bateman…
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.
Photos: Stittsville Remembrance Day 2024
Thoughts of our military and their families were ever-present during the Remembrance Day ceremony in Stittsville in 2024.
Residents invited to bless children in need with Operation Christmas Child Shoebox gifts
Operation Christmas Child is an annual initiative of Samaritan’s Purse, an international Christian relief organization that works in more than 100 countries.
The Stittsville Public Library is celebrating 50 years – join the November celebration
(The feature artist for November at the Stittsville Public Library is the Out of the Box group of local fibre artists. Drop by the library and visit the Art Space…
Remembrance Day – how Parliament altered the date to November 11 to honour Canada’s soldiers
Many of those who lost their lives were dual citizens, but nevertheless served in the Canadian Armed Forces. More than 2.3 million have served our country in many conflicts…
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…
Round-up of Halloween week in photos – Stittsville Youth Centre, decorations and the Stittsville Pumpkin Parade
It was a busy week for everyone celebrating Halloween with spooky events to attend such as the…
Stittsville District Lions Club news and upcoming events – volunteers needed for Village Square lights installation
The Lions will also be installing the holiday lights at the Village Square Park on November 2nd and November 9th. It is a community project since 1996 bringing the holiday spirit to the Park…
Halloween Safety: Tips to keep you and your family safe from Ottawa Police Services
With Halloween just around the corner, the Ottawa Police Service wants to remind everyone to stay safe, whether you’re trick-or-treating, driving, or celebrating. Here are some tips to ensure that…
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.
Food Basics is celebrating Diwali by shining an even brighter light on the occasion
With residential firework bans, Food Basics is bringing an innovative drone show to Ottawa’s Capital Diwali Mela event on October 25…
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…