Tag: stittsville
Step 3 of Ontario reopening plan coming days earlier – July 16
Ontario will move to Step 3 on Friday, July 16 at 12:01am, a full five days ahead of the originally scheduled date of July 21. This is good news for all local businesses that have been experiencing difficult times.
The historical role of the milk house on the Bradley-Craig farm (Part 1)
Have you ever noticed the small white building attached to the west side of the large red Bradley/Craig barn on Hazeldean Road? Ever wondered for what usage it was built?
Goulbourn Museum to launch Summer Seekers July 12th
The popular Summer Seekers program launches on Monday, July 12 virtually. This year, the Goulbourn Museum is offering activities designed to get everyone away from your screens…
Live trapping and relocation: A band-aid solution
Live trapping and relocating of small wildlife may be seen as a humane option for controlling wild critters, but in reality it is a cruel solution.
The streets of Stittsville will be alive with the sound of music
The 2nd Annual Stittsville Front Porch Concert Series will take place Thursday, July 15th. Stittsville residents can walk or bike around the neighbourhood to see and hear live performances by local musicians.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Keeping you informed, some updates from Councillor Gower for this week include the Stittsville Library, the Rotary Club’s Staycation Ride…
Prestigious Ted Rogers Scholarship awarded to Stittsville’s Kate Parks
Kate Parks, of Stittsville, was selected as one of more than 375 Canadian students to receive a Ted Rogers Scholarship.
Humane Society warns that Canada Day can pose a serious risk to pets
With fireworks and other noisy displays, an increased number of pets become lost or injured as they bolt from the loud noises.
Update on City outdoor rentals for events, meetings and organized sports
The City is providing an update on rentals for events, meetings and organized sports – with the requirement for participants to follow all public health measures and protocols.
Pretty Pots Flower Shop – home of the safest flowers in Stittsville
Pretty Pots Florist was at one time the Union Bank of Canada then becoming a Royal Bank branch. This frame building was renovated and became the home of the Union Bank in 1918.
Approval given to tender construction for new Fernbank Elementary School
The Ontario government has provided $17.5 million to the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) to proceed with the tender for the new Fernbank Elementary School in Stittsville.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Street racing has been a concern for residents and the Councillor provides information about the new fines coming into effect on July 1st and how to report this crime.
Cameras start rolling for Stittsville on Patrol – Season 2
For the fans of Stittsville on Patrol (SOP), chances are this past week you have seen the star of the series, Simon Bauche (played brilliantly by Ben Milks)…
Stittsville Lions Club present 5 scholarships to local students
Stittsville Lions Club presented five scholarships to students graduating from high school and planning to attend college or university in the fall. Every year the Lions provide $1,000 scholarships to local students.
City schedule changes for Canada Day
There are schedule changes to City services for Canada Day. Some of the changes affect the week following – more so garbage collection.