Stay safe this holiday season with crime prevention and safety tips from Ottawa Police
With the holidays coming up, the Ottawa Police Service is advising residents to be vigilant, safe and most importantly, exercise caution during this festive time of the year…
Ottawa Public Health and Chiefs at local hospitals urge residents to get their updated COVID-19 and annual flu vaccines
Wastewater levels of COVID-19 and hospitalizations are higher now than they were at this time last year. By adopting simple yet effective public health measures, we can collectively build a resilient defense against these respiratory viruses.
Love birds? The annual Christmas Bird Count returns for its eighth year December 16
You could contribute to North America’s longest-running community science project. All you have to do is spend a couple of hours during the day to count the number of birds at your backyard feeders.
Ottawa Fire share their 12 days of holiday fire safety
The holiday season is a time full of joy and celebration, but it’s important to keep safety in mind to protect your loved ones and your home…
Kiwanis of Kanata-Stittsville are in need of volunteers and equipment for a new community youth centre
The Kiwanis of Kanata-Stittsville are planning to open a new Stittsville Community Youth Centre, knowing that the youth in our community are lacking a space to gather in a friendly, social and safe place.
California artist shares his artwork with Stittsville’s #HUM_Microgallery
Lynda Cronin introduced Stittsville to Ottawa’s first #Hum_microgallery in April, 2022. A new display of artwork has come all the way from California! It resembles an old fashioned theatre where the imagination can soar….
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower shares his thanks to everyone who donated to the December 9th OC Transpo-Loblaw food drive and to all of the volunteers and stores who made it a success again this year.
Updated: From pantry to purpose: the power of Stittsville Food Bank donations
After a year of economic uncertainty, more people in our community are going to the Stittsville Food Bank for help. With a full compliment of volunteers, the Stittsville Food Bank works tirelessly to fill the food baskets for our neighbours, especially at this special time of the year.
Stittsville events keep everyone busy at this time of year
There is always something going on in Stittsville, especially at this time of the year. You can enjoy a varied mix of events during December and into the upcoming year.
Members being recruited for the Transit Advisory Working Group
The City of Ottawa and OC Transpo want to hear from you. OC Transpo is recruiting members for a new Transit Advisory Working Group. This ad hoc advisory body will provide volunteer opportunities for residents…
Handfashioned Fine Craft – Stittsville’s new fine craft hotspot
Shop local this holiday – whether you’re looking for something special for a loved one, a treat for yourself, or a solution for that hard-to-shop-for person, Handfashioned Fine Craft has it all!
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library?
As of Monday, November 27, 2023, the washrooms by the program room will be under renovation and upgraded to universal washrooms – that area of the library and its hallway will be off limits. The branch will remain open and its collection and services will be available…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower extends a huge Thank You to the Stittsville Village Association and all who assisted to make the Parade of Lights another successful holiday event. He also is seeking residents who also want to join him…
Photos: Parade of Lights another success thanks to community spirit
Thanks to the Stittsville Village Association, volunteers and sponsors, the December 2nd Parade of Lights was another success. The weather was perfect with the skiff of snow…
The Turcotte family returns with the fun, old-fashioned Christmas Vacation complete with 5,000 twinkling lights
The Turcotte family of Stittsville – Shawn, Chantelle, Hudson and Kennedy – have been bringing laughter and joy to all who visit their spectacular Christmas displays and accepting donations for causes close to their hearts.