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After 50 years of community giving the Stittsville Lionettes are retiring
This Stittsville group of women was known for working diligently behind the scenes with fundraising or at the events held by the Stittsville Lions Club, such as our June Jamborees, parades and other events. Four of the original Charter Members have been participating in all of the activities since 1974…
An evening of appreciation at Stittsville Food Bank for volunteers and donors
Theresa stated, “Over $400,000K this year and more than 700 people using the food bank in April than the same month in 2023! So, Thank You, nothing can be done without you.”
Turcotte family donation to the Stittsville Food Bank was definitely bigger and brighter
Shawn, Chantelle, Hudson and Kennedy Turcotte have been delighting visitors with their comedic holiday displays every December. The planning takes place once the decision is made by the family for the display’s theme.
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.
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.
Reducing food waste – in Stittsville and beyond
(Brandon Cook is the store owner, with his wife Megan, of Brandon & Megan’s No Frills on Hazeldean Road in Stittsville. Stittsville Central is pleased to share Brandon’s environmental solutions for consumers and businesses alike that can be used to reduce food waste.)
Village Square Park will be lively for the annual Pumpkin Parade and Skele-bration at ‘the Barn’
The Eggleton family is continuing the tradition of the annual Pumpkin Parade. Enter your own masterpiece to win a prize in one of three categories (child, teen and adult), or just come to marvel at all the creative designs.
Stittsville Lions Club – annual fundraisers and a call for volunteers
Since Village Square Park opened on September 7, 1996, the Stittsville District Lions Club have been placing lights on the trees in the park every holiday season since that time. It is a community project bringing the holiday spirit to the Park…
Purchase a stunning photo calendar to support Stittsville Food Bank
Local photographer Jacinta Cillis-Asquith is donating the proceeds from her photo calendars to the Stittsville Food Bank for the third year in a row.
Come out to Unity Square for grand opening on September 16 and support the Stittsville Food Bank
The individual business owners felt Grand Opening day would an ideal opportunity to hold a Food Drive in support of the Stittsville Food Bank as there would be more residents attending the celebration.
Stephany Castilla bringing colourful joy to Stittsville Library
Local artist Stephany Castilla is hosting a month-long solo presentation of her works at the Stittsville Library in April 2023.
The Show is called Vintage in Bloom. Her compositions are inspired by her own collection of vintage items and florals.
Stittsville Public School students and staff pass on the spirit of giving to Stittsville Food Bank
The students at the school have been busy collecting new and gently used items over the past few weeks – all to be sorted in time for the sale.
For third year the Stittsville Food Bank benefits from ‘Donuts and Santa’ fundraiser thanks to Chris Scott Realty
I am so pleased to be a part of the generous Stittsville community who have supported this fundraiser for the past three years making it the success that it has turned out to be.
JacintaPICS gives back to Stittsville Food Bank for second year with wildlife calendars
Local photographer Jacinta Cillis-Asquith is selling her photo calendars featuring local wildlife for the second year in a row. Half of the sales profits will go to the Stittsville Food Bank to support families in need this holiday season.