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April is Oral Health Month
La version française suit Oral health is an important part of overall health. Good oral health helps people eat, speak, learn, work, and live pain‑free. Need help finding or paying for dental care? Ottawa Public Health (OPH) can help residents who face barriers...
April 4: Celebrating Stittsville’s Gold Medal Paralympian Collinda Joseph
Originally published on March 27, 2026 Join us on Saturday, April 4 at CARDELREC–Goulbourn (1500 Shea Road) from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to celebrate Stittsville’s own Collinda Joseph and her gold medal performance in wheelchair curling at the 2026 Paralympic Winter...
Committee recommends adopting a market-based approach to inclusionary zoning
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee today approved an inclusionary zoning framework in Ottawa that ensures transit-oriented housing can move forward while retaining the option to increase affordability requirements pending future market...
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca April 2026 March 30-April 04: Canadian Ringette Championships Ottawa will once again welcome the country’s top ringette athletes as the Canadian Ringette Championships return to the nation’s capital for a second consecutive...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: April 1, 2026
Easter Weekend schedule changes (2026)
La version française suit The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts on Good Friday, April 3, and Easter Monday, April 6. Client Service Centres The City’s 3-1-1 Contact Centre will be open for urgent...
Audit Committee reviews investigation into OC Transpo hiring practices
La version française suit The City of Ottawa’s Audit Committee met to receive an investigation report from the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) concerning recruitment and staffing practices at OC Transpo. The investigation reviewed the use of direct appointments to...
Committee advances bus priority measures to improve travel on Bank Street
La version française suit The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee approved measures to improve transit along Bank Street, between Highway 417 and the Bank Street Canal Bridge. The target launch date would be in summer 2027. Changes include adding four permanent...
April 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar
La version française suit We publish a monthly calendar listing the main commemorative dates of different religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to the strengthening of human rights and diversity. If you have comments or suggestions for dates to...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / March 28, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Paul Lindsay Park in Amberwood, with an important reminder about safety near stormwater ponds. https://youtu.be/1G4Hka6p3I4 This week’s updates: Celebrating Collinda Joseph on April 4 Cleaning the Capital registration is now open...
June 20, 2026: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival
Originally published February 8, 2026 La version française suit Join us for the fifth annual Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, June 20 from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Village Square Park (6000 Abbott Street,...
Spring is here; the ice is not safe
La version française suit With the spring season fast approaching, the Ottawa Police Marine Dive and Trails (MDT) Unit urges residents to exercise caution when approaching bodies of water. With spring-like temperatures, ice is quickly melting and becoming more...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: March 25, 2026
Committees endorse refreshed plan to improve housing stability, reduce homelessness
La version française suit In a joint meeting, the Planning and Housing Committee and the Community Services Committee approved a refreshed 10‑Year Housing and Homelessness Plan. The plan is Ottawa’s long-term roadmap to improve housing stability and support residents...
Spring is here — Join the 2026 Cleaning the Capital Campaign in Stittsville!
La version française suit Spring has arrived, bringing another opportunity for Stittsville residents to get outside, enjoy the fresh air, and give back to our community. The Cleaning the Capital 2026 Spring Campaign runs from April 15 to May 31, with registration...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / March 21, 2026
Good morning! Today I'm at Tempest Park along the Poole Creek in Fairwinds. https://youtu.be/2VxEfa40psc This week’s updates: Eid al-Fitr with the Stittsville Muslim Association to mark the end of Ramadan Journée de la Francophonie St. Patrick’s Day Persian New Year...
Your waste collection day may change starting March 30
Originally published February 19, 2026 La version française suit Starting Monday, March 30, your waste collection day may change due to the City’s new curbside collection contract. All your waste including garbage, organics, leaf and yard waste, and recycling will...
Frequently Asked Questions: Carp Road construction
La version française suit Photo: Display board from the November 2025 meeting about the updated Carp Road design. City staff have updated the Carp Road widening project page with a list of Frequently Asked Questions. These are based on questions that staff have...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: March 18, 2026
Watershed Conditions Statement – Water Safety – Carp River Watersheds
La version française suit A Water Safety Statement is to provide notice of high flows, unsafe banks, melting ice or other factors that could be dangerous for recreational users such as anglers, canoeists, hikers, children, pets, etc. Flooding is not expected. This...
