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Tag: Volunteerism

Join the fun on Canada Day as a Stittsville Village Association volunteer

Lesley McKayJune 17, 2023June 17, 2023

(Volunteers performing the sound check before the start of Canada Day events. Photo: Stittsville Central) Every community event is successful because of the commitment of volunteers. This year is no…

The Stittsville Village Association’s ‘Parade of Lights’ returns in all its glitter: Photos & Video

Lesley McKayDecember 4, 2022December 5, 2022

It takes a village to organize a parade. The Stittsville Village Association’s ‘Parade of Lights’ returns for 2022…

The Stittsville Business Association is seeking volunteer help

Andrea GreenhousSeptember 27, 2022September 28, 2022

You won’t find too many people busier than those who run their own business and that’s why the SBA is recruiting some additional volunteers.

Stittsville residents receive the Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers at Rideau Hall

Lesley McKayMay 27, 2022May 28, 2022

On May 26, 2022, Governor General Mary Simon recognized the exceptional volunteer achievements of Primrose Paruboczy and Colonel Gregory Hug, C.D. (Retired) both of Stittsville, Ontario.

Nominations are now open for the 2022 Stittsville Volunteer Awards

Lesley McKayMarch 15, 2022March 15, 2022

The Stittsville Volunteer Awards is your opportunity to bring the dedicated community involvement of your nominee to light.

COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower

Lesley McKayNovember 7, 2021November 8, 2021

In honour of Remembrance Day on November 11th, Councillor Gower shares the details of the Stittsville Legion ceremony taking place at the Cenotaph at the Johnny Leroux Arena.

Volunteers helped clean up the area around the Stittsville sign. Photo via the Stittsville-Goulbourn Horticultural Society

Cleaning the Capital fall program now open for registration

Lesley McKayAugust 21, 2021August 21, 2021

Many community groups, families and individuals in Stittsville have dedicated themselves to participating in Cleaning the Capital campaigns throughout the years.

COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower

Lesley McKayJune 7, 2021June 7, 2021

Councillor Gower has a jam-packed update of information to keep Stittsville residents aware of community happenings. Councillor Chat takes place June 8 at 7:00pm.

Stittsville celebrates our dedicated volunteers

Lillian KnoopsJune 6, 2021June 7, 2021

Returning this year, and for the first time, the annual Stittsville Volunteer Awards were held virtually on June 3rd. This year’s nominated volunteers are all deserving of recognition.

Volunteers needed for hanging lights in Village Square Park

Lesley McKayNovember 2, 2019

The Christmas season and the Stittsville Parade of Lights is fast approaching. The Stittsville Business Association (SBA) has teamed up with the Stittsville and District Lions Club to again hang…

District A4 Governor’s golf gournament hosted by the Stittsville District Lions Club

Lesley McKayAugust 27, 2019

(Clockwise left to right: Bonnie Sue, Beth, Bob and Brenda Lee Lewis. All photos provided by Beth Lewis) On August 18th it was a day filled with fun and golf…

Stittsville businesswoman contributes to the lives of Nicaraguan children

Lesley McKayJuly 25, 2019

(Natalie Gunn – a Board Member and Volunteer with SchoolBOX and co-owner of Stittsville’s Oxford Learning located on Hobin Street. Photo: SchoolBOX) Want to make a real difference in someone’s…

Barns and farm structures – a personal passion for Barry Gray

Lesley McKayJuly 17, 2019

Well-known Stittsville photographer Barry Gray has turned his passion for farm structures into some beautiful photos of our past. An owner of a barn at one time, Barry purchased his…

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Stittville Village Association call out for volunteers – Canada Day

Lesley McKayJune 22, 2019

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…

Two Stittsville Reverends receive award for community work at Frederick Banting Alternate School

Lesley McKayJune 19, 2019

Recognized by the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) for their outstanding partnership and support of the students at Frederick Banting Alternate School — Reverend Grant Dillenbeck, of Stittsville United Church, and Reverend Doug…

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Bottle Drive - Stittsville District Lions Club
18 Apr 26
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Lies, Rumours, and Other Tales: Why Let the Truth Get in the Way of A Good Tale?
18 Apr 26
Richmond
21 Apr
Notes on a Japanese Garden - SGHS Monthly Meeting
21 Apr 26
Stittsville
22 Apr
Friends of Stittsville Wetlands - All About Turtles
22 Apr 26
Stittsville
23 Apr
2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards
23 Apr 26
Stittsville
24 Apr
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus - Spring Concert
24 Apr 26
Nepean
25 Apr
Healthy Aging Expo - Wellings of Stittsville
25 Apr 26
Stittsville
25 Apr
West Ottawa Ladies Chorus - Spring Concert
25 Apr 26
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27 Apr
Stittsville Rotary Club’s International Film Series
27 Apr 26
Kanata
27 Apr
Stittsville Rotary Club’s International Film Series
27 Apr 26
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30 Apr
After 5 Exchange - Stittsville Business Association
30 Apr 26
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08 May
Kiwanis Club of Kanata-Stittsville - K4K Talent Festival
8 May 26
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09 May
Calling all Vendors - St. Thomas Anglican Church
9 May 26
Stittsville
11 May
West Side Pride - Annual General Meeting
11 May 26
Kanata
13 May
Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club Open House
13 May 26
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