What does the first home savings account mean for new buyers?
The new tax-free plan to help more Canadians buy their first home and get into the housing market – basics you need to know…
Harlow the potcake finds his forever home – you can help others find their new family
Ashley is Harlow’s rescuer and her love for Harlow was the inspiration behind her charming book, “Harlow’s Journey Home”; an inspirational story for children and youth told from Harlow’s own experience…
Ottawa’s Labour Day schedule changes
The City of Ottawa has released some schedule and City service changes that will take effect this Labour Day.
8 ways to protect yourself from coyotes
With coyote sightings in Ottawa on the rise, it’s important that residents understand how to keep themselves and their pets safe in the event of an encounter with a coyote.
Back to reading, writing, math – and road safety
Bells in over 300 Ottawa schools will soon be signaling the end of summer and the start of a new school year – let’s review some road safety lessons.
Terrific turn-out for Bollywood night in Stittsville
The Bollywood night would expose the community to another culture while bringing everyone together for a night of fun.
2022 candidate list for Ottawa municipal election now official – what you need to know to vote
The Ottawa City Clerk issued a revised certified list of candidates in accordance with Municipal Election Act, 1996 (known as the MEA) for the Monday, October 24, 2022 municipal election to elect a Mayor, City Councillor and the School Board Trustees.
HUM microgallery introduces the art of Steven Strang in a new installation
Lynda Cronin introduced Stittsville to Ottawa’s first #Hum_microgallery and is pleased to introduce the art of Steven Strang to her gallery.
Abbott Street school zone included in 1500 speed camera tickets issued in error
Administrative error sees 1500 speed camera tickets distributed between July 1 and August 15, including Abbott Street East between Moss Hill Trail and Shea Road in the Sacred Heart High School area.
Stittsville’s first street lights
About the year 1919, after the First World War, Stittsville Women’s Institute decided that we should have something in the line of street lights.
The Kiwanis of Kanata-Stittsville are excited to see the return of Kids for Kids talent showcase
The event raises much-needed funds to support local youth and children who are at-risk or in need through Kiwanis Outreach Programs within the Kanata and Stittsville communities.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
This week Councillor Gower provides his 92nd community update – it is also his last during the municipal election blackout period from August 25 until October 24.
Annual outdoor family-friendly Festival of the Wild Child coming August 27th
The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust will be hosting their annual Festival of the Wild Child this month, where families and friends can come together to enjoy the great outdoors and take part in several exciting games and activities.
Canadian Cancer Society: Volunteer drivers desperately needed in Stittsville and area
The Canadian Cancer Society is searching for volunteers willing to offer their free time, kindness, and compassion for the Wheels of Hope volunteer driver program.
Stittsville Fire Station 81 goes to the dogs – potcake dogs that is
On August 17, Stittsville residents had the opportunity to meet many Potcakes – the day that Station 81 firefighters shared their penchant for helping these pups find new homes, while supporting a good cause.