Category: News
Stittsville Library highlights two new services being offered for a limited time
The Stittsville Branch would like to highlight the following library services that will be taking place at the branch for a limited time – employment assistance and income tax return preparation.
Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society unveils 2024 photography competition winners
The high point at this time of year for SGHS is the judging of the stunning floral photographs submitted to their annual photography contest and this year was no different…
Professional lacrosse team coming to Stittsville’s Canadian Tire Centre
The Stittsville-Kanata area will be getting a new sports team. New York Riptide of the NLL (National Lacrosse League) will be relocating to the nation’s capital for the 2024-25 season and renamed the Ottawa Black Bears.
Fraud Alert: Can your HVAC save you money?
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) Fraud Unit, and the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are warning residents of the greater Ottawa area about fraudulent calls where someone posing as an investigator offers to inspect your Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning equipment…
Stittsville Business Association looking to fill their slate at March AGM – sneak peak at what’s to come on Stittsville Main
SBA President, Andrea Greenhous – “We are looking for new members overall, with the hope that existing members will be stepping up to fill the positions coming up for election.”
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
We’re well into February and it seems that winter’s cold temperatures and snow have finally arrived and to keep you busy Councillor Gower has some activities to keep you busy, along with some pertinent updates for the community. This coming Friday, he is hosting a Councillor’s Chat…
John W. Egan’s “Roman Sky” series continues with fourth book
Justinian’s Wall, Stittsville author John W. Egan’s recently published novel, continues the Roman Sky series. The alternative history series is set in a 6th century Roman Empire that has had airships for two centuries.
Stittsville Central welcomes Sacred Heart High School co-op student
We are pleased to welcome to our team, Jack Bayley. Jack is in Grade 11 and enrolled in the French Immersion Program and the Co-Op Program at Sacred Heart High School (SHHS).
Businesses and residents donate generously to Stittsville Lions Club fundraising activities
Each year the Stittsville Lions Club members hold an annual fundraiser with donations going to the Stittsville Food Bank. It was thanks to Stittsville businesses and residents during the 2023…
Stittsville Village Association AGM scheduled for February 28th
The Stittsville Village Association (SVA) was created just after Stittsville was amalgamated within the boundaries of the City of Ottawa in 2001. The Association was formed in an effort to…
COMMUNITY NOTES: from the desk of Councillor Gower
Councillor Gower is sharing this week’s updates and news of importance for residents of Stittsville. Have you registered for the February 20th public zoom meeting for the proposed development at 6310 Hazeldean Road?
What’s happening at the Stittsville Library in February
There are many programs to enjoy at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library in February. From learning about rabbits, meditative art, tech talk, cooking and an interactive session on writing.
Kanata Theatre brings comedic thriller – Mauritius – to the stage
Kanata Theatre, celebrating 55 years, has produced another outstanding stage production entitled, Mauritius. The show runs at the Ron Maslin Playhouse from February 7 – 17, 2024.
The Goulbourn Township Historical Society shares the history of ‘Goulbourn on Ice’ at the Stittsville Library
The Goulbourn Township Historical Society has created a display that shares photos and the history of the many talented athletes who came from across Goulbourn.
Stittsville helps Samaritan’s Purse celebrate more than 11 million Shoebox Gifts collected for children in need
(Photos taken by Frank King of Samaritan’s Purse, showing children in Costa Rica checking out their Canadian-packed Operation Christmas Child shoeboxes.) Samaritan’s Purse is celebrating the overwhelming generosity of volunteers…