COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week, Councillor Gower shares updates and pertinent information for our community such as his excitement for the launch of the city-wide program – Ottawa Alert.
The Stittsville District Lions Club is accepting scholarship/bursary applications
The Club will be awarding five scholarships/bursaries to first year college or university youth, with each scholarship/bursary worth $1,000. For students who are furthering their education…
Sacred Heart High School celebrates 25 years with alumni
(There was a wall of framed photos for each year of former students and graduates who had attended Sacred Heart High School over the past 25 years. Attendees enjoyed reminiscing…
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.
Stittsville Main Street comes alive for Jane’s Walk 2025
(Councillor Glen Gower speaks with the participants at the May 3, 2025 Jane’s Walk that took place in Stittsville. Photos: Stittsville Central) On Saturday, May 3rd, 2025, another successful Jane’s…
Canada’s first national Teen Fitness program is turning 15 this summer!
(GoodLife Fitness is welcoming teens across Canada to all 200 locations, including the Stittsville location, for free workouts, expert guidance and a summer of building healthy habits. Photos: provided) As…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This weekend was the perfect weather for Councillor Gower’s Jane’s Walk held on Saturday. He was pleased to see so many participating and discovering more about Stittsville.
Kanata Theatre brings laughter and ghostly guidance to the stage with “I Hate Hamlet”
In it’s last production of the season, Kanata Theatre is thrilled to present “I Hate Hamlet”, a fast-paced and heartwarming comedy by Paul Rudnick…
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…
Do you know how development at the Carp Road Landfill is coming along?
One condition of the approved Environmental Assessment was to set up a Public Liaison Committee (PLC) to provide “open and transparent dialogue…
Share the joy of outer space in May with Lucy Hambly
From the Eta Aquarids meteor shower to the full Flower Moon, here are some of May’s most interesting astronomical phenomena and rocket launches.
Think Pharmacist: your Diabetes management ally
As a pharmacist in Stittsville, Stan plays a key role in care — offering guidance between doctor visits and helping patients manage their diabetes beyond just filling prescriptions.
Rising talent takes centre stage at the Kiwanis Kids 4 Kids Talent Showcase
The 2025 Kiwanis Kids 4 Kids (K4K) Talent Showcase returned to Stittsville with a vibrant celebration of youth and up-and-coming talents living in our communities.
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.