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NOTEBOOK: An update on speed cameras and school zone safety
When the Provincial government banned Automated Speed Enforcement (speed radar cameras) last fall, we all predicted an increase in speeding. New data confirms that's exactly what has happened. City staff measured before-and-after speeds at the eight original speed...
Call for volunteers – Earth Day cleanup at W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park
Originally published on April 6, 2026 La version française suit Take action this Earth Day by helping care for our community and our planet. A community cleanup is a simple but powerful way to make a difference, and every individual effort counts. Join Councillor Glen...
MAY 2: Jane’s Walk on Stittsville Main Street (2026)
Jane’s Walk is a pedestrian-focused event that improves urban literacy by offering insights into local history, planning, design, and civic engagement through the simple act of walking and observing. It is named for Jane Jacobs (1916-2006) who was an urbanist and...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / April 18, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m in front of Canadian Tire Centre, home of the Ottawa Senators in Stittsville. The Sens start the playoffs on the road in Carolina, with a game against the Hurricanes this afternoon. https://youtu.be/-eSVlYbzpPY This week’s updates: National...
Committees approve Safe Access to Social Infrastructure By-law
La version française suit At a special joint meeting today, the Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee and the Public Works and Infrastructure Committee approved a new Safe Access to Social Infrastructure By-law. The proposed by‑law would allow the...
NOTEBOOK: Map of future transportation projects in Stittsville
The City’s Transportation Master Plan (TMP) sets out how the city will plan, develop, operate its walking, cycling, transit and road networks over the next few decades. It’s meant to reflect the City’s new Official Plan (2022)< by accommodating population growth to...
OC Transpo spring service begins Sunday, April 19
La version française suit OC Transpo’s spring service begins Sunday, April 19. This spring’s service includes bus service adjustments, seasonal schedule changes, and adjustments for construction. New spring schedules are available on octranspo.com. Before heading out,...
Committee receives by-law report on strong performance, service modernization
La version française suit The Emergency Preparedness and Protective Services Committee today received the 2025 annual report from By-law and Regulatory Services, outlining how the service responded to growing demand while continuing to exceed response time standards....
37 Wildpine Court: Site Plan Control application
The City of Ottawa received a Site Plan Control application for 37 Wildpine Court. The site is located east of the current end of Ravenscroft Court and north of the current end of Wildpine Court. The applicant is proposing to develop a four-storey residential...
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca April 2026 April 18: Amateur Radio Day Mayor Mark Sutcliffe has proclaimed April 18 as World Amateur Radio Day in Ottawa and Ottawa-area Amateur Radio enthusiasts are celebrating with community engagement events across the...
Committee approves zoning for new wellness spa in Kanata
La version française suit The Planning and Housing Committee today approved a zoning amendment to facilitate development of a destination wellness spa in Kanata North. The main spa building would be three storeys tall and would include spa services and a restaurant....
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: April 15, 2026
Cleaning the Capital: Stittsville Youth Art Showcase
La version française suit As part of the 2026 Cleaning the Capital Spring Campaign, kids and youth across Stittsville are invited to take part in a new initiative that celebrates creativity and environmental responsibility: the Stittsville Youth Art Showcase: Our...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / April 11, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m along the Trans Canada Trail, at the planet Earth sign just west of Stittsville. https://youtu.be/9fNxdRUo7bU This week’s updates: Cleaning the Capital - activities in Stittsville Waste pick-up reminders City partnership with Build Canada Homes...
April 30: Hobin Street sidewalk open house
La version française suit We’re hosting an open house on Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 p.m. at A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School (27 Hobin St) so residents can view the proposed design for a sidewalk on Hobin Street from Carp Road to Crossing Bridge Park. This sidewalk...
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,...
Partnership with Build Canada Homes promises 3,000 new homes, with focus on affordable and supportive housing
La version française suit In a joint meeting today, the Finance and Corporate Services Committee and the Planning and Housing Committee advanced a partnership with the federal government to support 3,000 affordable and market rental homes in Ottawa. The majority of...
NOTEBOOK: Recap of Transit Committee on April 9, 2026
La version française suit Here’s a recap of what we heard at Transit Committee on Thursday, April 9. Restoring full O-Train Line 1 service OC Transpo continues to work with Rideau Transit Group (RTG) and Alstom to implement a condition monitoring system, replace the...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: April 9, 2026
Council approves refreshed 10-year plan to improve housing stability, reduce homelessness
La version française suit Council today approved a refreshed 10-Year Housing and Homelessness Plan. The long-term roadmap will also rely on annual work plans to help measure progress on efforts to improve housing stability and support residents experiencing or at risk...
