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Stittsville Legion is accepting bursary applications for children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren of Veterans
As part of the Legion’s commitment to Veterans and their families, the bursaries can make a difference for Veterans’ families and offers the children an opportunity to further their educational goals.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is pleased to say that his Family Fun Day saw hundreds of residents attending and he thanks everyone for coming out.
Professional Writing among 37 programs at Algonquin College in danger of suspension
Help to advocate for the arts by signing the petition to save the Professional Writing program at Algonquin College.
Hockey Night in Stittsville – the battle of the Stittsville Town League outdoors style
(The six teams of the Stittsville Town League played last week’s three hockey games at Icelynd Skating Trails on February 12, 2025. The Molson and OWLS teams seen here faced…
Celebrating our Canadian Flag for 60 years – Stepping back to a winter’s night in 1964
The momentous occasion to sew the flag had taken place on November 6, 1964 when Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson requested that three original flag designs (which Mrs. O’Malley helped to prepare) be completed and sent to him at Harrington Lake…
Ottawa Humane Society announces more support for pet owners in crisis
(On February 13, 2025, four puppies were found in a Barrhaven park, and three dogs were found outside of West Hunt Club’s Audi dealership, only steps from the Humane Society’s…
How do politics affect the financial markets?
Like many Canadians, you may wonder how politics affect financial markets. You may also wonder whether you should change your strategy based on political events.
Stittsville District Lions Club relaunches the effective speaking competition for 2025
This is the largest competition in Canada and is supported by the provincial Ministries and Boards of Education. It will take place on Wednesday, March 12th…
A weekend with puppies for adoption, local authors and a fundraiser for SPG4 Research
On February 8 there were many events taking place in Stittsville, but when we see puppies our hearts are stolen…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Attending a workshop last week, Councillor Gower shares the release of new data on homelessness in Ottawa from the 2024 Point-in-Time Count that is concerning and outlines the actions that the City…
GTHS celebrates Goulbourn & Local Women of Influence
‘Goulbourn & Local Women of Influence’. GTHS, during the month of February, is recognizing these women who added so much to our local history.
February news and events at Goulbourn Museum
Thanks to a generous grant from the Ontario Genealogical Society: Ottawa Branch, the Goulbourn Museum is taking big steps to ensure the safety of its collections.
13th Ecologically sensitive property now protected by the Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust
(The Mississippi Madawaska Land Trust (MMLT) have acquired the Chatson Woods near Denbigh, Ontario. The woods will be added to the Rose Hill Nature Reserve. Photos: MMLT) The Mississippi Madawaska…
The Kanata-Stittsville Health Hub gaining momentum
Councillor Gower who organized the evening is a strong proponent and wants to see more doctors in our area at a facility such as a health hub. Dr. Ferrier had reached out to him in 2024…
For their thirteenth year – the Ottawa-Stittsville Rotary Club brings their winter international film series to the screen
Each of these films has something unique to offer; and, each provides multiple talking points for subscribers as they leave the cinema!