Category: Community
Discover Stittsville: Re-Read Used Books
It didn’t take me long to find Re-Read Used Books. It is a smaller store but close, well-organized, and has a nice collection of current books…
The Kiwanis Club of Kanata-Stittsville is proud to announce the opening of the Stittsville Youth Homework Centre
The Kiwanis Club of Kanata-Stittsville has donated four brand-new laptops for student use at the SYHC; students will also have access to free WI-FI to help them with their homework.
Back for its third and final season – Stittsville on Patrol returns on TV1
(The award-winning series that captured hearts, minds, and a 6-foot-long ball python this season is back with a vengeance on Wednesday, March 29th, 2023.) It’s back – Stittsville on Patrol…
West Ottawa Basketball competes in the first-ever Ottawa Super League finals
On Wednesday, March 22nd, the Ottawa Super League had its inaugural season come to an end as the West Ottawa Basketball Association faced off against Canadian Top Flight Academy in the finals at Notre Dame High School.
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
March Break is over and Councillor Gower is back in the office. This week he shares information and updates on the March 23 incident at Trustee M. Curry Park…
Stittsville community remembers John Brummell with fond memories and photos
Seldom did an event take place in Stittsville or Goulbourn that was not covered and photographed by John Brummell. John Brummell will be sorely missed.
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.
Wildlife strategy review: What you need to know
Human-coyote interactions in urban and suburban settings have continued; it is reported that in 2021 there were 476 coyote sightings reported to the City of Ottawa…
Ready to be mindful of your health? Top nutrition tips for maintaining women’s health
Women are accustomed to experiencing changes in their lives, whether it’s becoming a new parent or starting a new career, it can be challenging to put ourselves first.
Cleaning the Capital 2023 spring campaign opens registration
Spring Cleaning the Capital Campaign not only promotes community pride but is an excellent way for high school students to complete some community involvement hours.
Relay for Life is back in person and Caitlin Bauer co-chairs Carleton University’s monumental event!
If you’ve never heard of it or are unclear about what exactly Relay for Life is, Relay is essentially a year-long (or school-year-long) fundraiser that often ends in a 12-hour event to cap off fundraising.
A look back at the Canada Winter Games – West Ottawa Ringette alumni Jalena Marelic of Team Ontario shares her experience
Jalena says, “one memory that will forever stick with me would be the feeling of walking out at the opening ceremonies cheering for your province…
Explore Kanata, Stittsville and beyond: a family moves to a new community during COVID
I think in the time we have been settling into the area, we have found some fascinating and unique places while exploring Kanata and the Stittsville environs that can only be found here.
Algonquin co-op student Teresa Krasnichuk welcomed by Stittsville Central
We are pleased to introduce Teresa Krasnichuk. Teresa has been a resident of Kanata for three years, having moved here with her family from Calgary, Alberta…
A. Lorne Cassidy students fundraise to support southern Türkiye and northern Syria families
The idea to host a fundraiser was chosen by these grade four, five, and six students after they were taught about how they could be advocates in their community and work to improve the world around them, despite their age.