Category: Youth
Atlético expands its soccer program with École secondaire catholique Paul-Desmarais
This expansion will give even more young players access to a professional training environment, high-performance coaching, and a pathway designed to support their success…
June news and events at the Stittsville Library Branch
The library offers in-person programs for teens; adults; young or new mothers; a seniors program; and workshops to keep residents entertained during the run-up to summer.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Join Councillor Gower for his annual Family Bike Ride in Stittsville! It’s a great opportunity for families to connect with the community, exercise, and enjoy a leisurely weekend bike ride…
Doug Sutherland’s Art in the Park returns to Village Square Park
The event promises to be a day of cultural appreciation and enjoyment. Doug Sutherland Art in the Park is named in honour of Doug Sutherland who had organized this special event for over six years
Three youths arrested following assault in Stittsville – facing a combined 19 criminal charges
In their May 28th press release, the Ottawa Police West Investigations Unit said that they have “charged three youths, all under the age of 18, with a combined total of 19 criminal charges…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Join Councillor Gower in participating in Let’s Bike Month – track your miles, you could win some fantastic prizes donated by local businesses.
Warmer weather drew many to weekend fundraisers and the Goulbourn Museum
Took a little trip down Stittsville Main to check out some of the events that took place on Saturday, May 23rd. There is always something going on in Stittsville, especially…
Kanata and Stittsville Lions Clubs are holding their annual Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides
The walk supports the Lions Foundation of Canada dog guide school – the only school in the world that offers seven distinct dog guide programs.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Youth Ottawa is introducing an opportunity to join a Youth Municipal Election to run, campaign and vote while providing an opportunity for youth…
Stittsville community comes out with love and kindness to support ‘not just any lemonade stand’
All week, neighbours, friends, school mates and hockey mates have been there to help Liam and Jack serve lemonade to the hundreds of people who came by…
Alina Wang places third in Awesome Authors writing contest
Alina Wang who is 11 years old, placed third in her category of English Poetry for children ages 9 – 12. She submitted her poem, Spring Blossoms.
A League of Her Own – captures a defining moment in Canadian sport
A League of Her Own features U13 girls from West Ottawa Soccer Club – representing the next generation now growing up in a system where that pathway finally exists.
Youth encouraged to create and collaborate on Stittsville’s mural – Field Notes from Stittsville
The collaboration of Stittsville Village Association, Birdgirl Arts, and Pretty Pots Flowers & Gifts are pleased to announce that their mural proposal has been funded through the City of Ottawa’s Paint It Up program!
Spring Tulipfest blooms at Saunders Farm to celebrate their 50th Anniversary
To mark its 50th anniversary, Saunders Farm is launching a brand-new vibrant spring festival, Tulipfest, from May 9-24, 2026 and presented by Saunders Cider.
Residents joined Councillor Gower to ‘Walk the Story’ of Stittsville
“This year’s Walk focused on the history, present state and future of Stittsville Main Street, and how it has transformed from ‘string town’ to suburb,” says Councillor Gower.