Tag: Councillor Glen Gower
Info meeting August 6th – Restoring the Wyldewood Sign
(Photo: via Councillor Glen Gower) The Wyldewood entrance sign has been looking most dilapidated for the past several years. Pleased to say that Councillor Glen Gower, working with local residents, has arranged and…
Stittsville garbage issues are piling up
Garbage is always an issue during the hot summer months, but this year there seems to be a plethora of complaints about the irregular service being received. A recent June…
Day of fun at Stittsville’s 2019 Canada Day party
(Photo by Barry Gray) The day began with Councillor Glen Gower’s breakfast for seniors organized by Hazeldean Gardens. With over 150 seniors awash in their red and white, the group…
Public opinion requested for commemorative naming of Stittsville park – A.H. McCoy
Alfred H. McCoy, was a business leader in Stittsville and led the village in the progress of local recreation programs and facilities. Alf, as everyone knew him, was instrumental in…
OP ED: Want to volunteer – an absurd new fee put in place for background checks
The majority of organizations and community groups rely on volunteers to produce successful events, sports teams, and quality of life — why would the Ottawa Police Services Board vote to charge…
Stittsville’s 2019 Canada Day ramping up to be one big family party
(PHOTO: Canada Day fireworks in Stittsville. Photo by B.R. Ravishankar.) Live, local, entertainment, a teeming Family Fun Zone, and spectacular fireworks will be the three main pillars behind Canada Day…
Great turn-out for Jo-Jo’s Fun Day in Stittsville
(Members of the Kassis family, who organized the successful Family Fun Fair, pose with Councillor Glen Gower on June 22, 2019 in Stittsville. Photo: Stittsville Central) The Kassis family, owners…
Stittville Village Association call out for volunteers – Canada Day
Every community event is successful because of the commitment of volunteers. This year is no exception! The Stittsville Village Association is asking for your contribution of a few hours of…
Councillor Gower encourages everyone to get involved
Councillor Glen Gower has started some new messaging in Stittsville. He would like to see everyone to ‘get involved’ in your community. Involvement is beneficial to the health of a…
Green bin plastic or paper bag disposal coming soon
On July 2nd, residents will now be able to use plastic bags as an option for disposing of organics in your green bin. Organics would include food scraps, paper towel,…
Metric Homes in Stittsville requesting extension to stay in present location
At the Planning Committee on June 13, Metric Homes (SPD Developments Inc.) is on the agenda. They have requested a Zoning By-law amendment proposal that would allow their corporate office, together…
U-Rock students keep crowd rocked at Arts in the Park
About 45 of U-Rock‘s most talented students rocked out at Stittsville’s Art in the Park on Sunday, the biggest public event they have ever had. U-Rock could not be prouder…
Stittsville volunteers celebrated at annual awards event
Volunteers are the backbone of every community charitably giving of their time and talents so others can enjoy the benefits of their generosity — our unsung heroes. This year’s list…
Tanya Hein awarded Roger Griffiths Memorial Citizen of the Year
The Roger Griffiths Memorial Citizen of the Year is presented to an individual who best exemplifies community involvement and participation. This special award is named after the late Roger Griffiths,…
Updated: Stittsville Councillor Glen Gower says no to Built Heritage Sub-Committee motion to reject Château Laurier site plan
Updated to clarify nature of the vote at the sub-committee meeting. The Built Heritage Sub-Committee passed a motion recommending that the Planning Committee reject this new site plan when they…