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Call for volunteers to help maintain Stittsville’s outdoor skating rinks

(Photo: Skating rink at Village Square Park, January 2026) We're recruiting volunteers to help out at Stittsville's outdoor rinks this year. There are 18 outdoor rink locations in our community, and everyone rink is maintained 100% by community volunteers. If you'd...

Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / October 3, 2026

Good morning! Today I’m at the Abbott-Iber Woodlot on Abbott Street between Iber Road and Talltree Crescent. This maple grove was once part of the McCurdy farm. This week’s updates: Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre celebrates 40 years Thanks to the Rotary Club...

Fernbank District Park pop-up consultation October 3

Originally published September 18, 2026 La version française suit Our office will be hosting a pop-up consultation for the new Fernbank District Park on Saturday, October 3, beginning at 11:00 am. You can find us at the southeast corner of the Robert Grant Avenue...

Special Advance Voting Days for Ottawa’s 2026 Municipal Elections will take place from October 1 to 4

La version française suit Originally published on September 25, 2026 Special Advance Voting Days for Ottawa’s 2026 Municipal Elections will take place from Thursday, October 1 to Sunday, October 4, between 10 am and 8 pm. During Special Advance Voting Days, eligible...

October 3: Planned power interruption on Hazeldean Road

On October 3, 2026, Hydro Ottawa will be installing underground infrastructure that will impact customers on Hazeldean Road. To complete this work safely, a planned power interruption is required. You may notice an increased construction presence and traffic control...

Upcoming events in Stittsville

Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca October 2026 October 3: Stittsville Scouts Apple Day Watch for a local scout from the 1st Stittsville Scout's to come to your door, bearing a fresh crisp apple (donated by Jeff and Holly's NoFrills) for you to enjoy, free...

Fall 2026 tree planting update

Forestry Services’ fall caliper tree planting program is scheduled to begin on Thursday, October 1, and will run until mid-November, weather permitting. This includes 160 new trees to be planted in parks, at City facilities, and along streets through Forestry...

Construction notice: Orville Street culvert replacement

Orville Street between Ralphpark Street and Bradley Street will be closed from Tuesday, October 6 at 6:00 am to Sunday, October 11 at 7:00 pm. The contractor, Goldie Mohr Ltd. will be replacing a culvert. Access for local residents affected in the closure area will be...

October 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...

1770 and 1820 Shea Road and 5971 Flewellyn Road: Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law amendment application

Update - October 1, 2026 The applicant has submitted a revised proposal with the following changes: New address added to subject lands (5971 Flewellyn Road) Unit count reduced from 360 to 309 Mixed-use commercial/residential block (GM Zone) now included The post below...

PHOTOS: Marion Gullock Park commemorative naming ceremony

On September 26, a bright and sunny Saturday morning in Stittsville, more than 75 people gathered for a commemorative naming ceremony at Marion Gullock Park. We were joined by Marion's family, including her son Andrew and her daughter Barb who shared some memories of...

Join Us for the Fall 2026 Cleaning the Capital Campaign!

Originally published August 27, 2026 La version française suit Registration for the Cleaning the Capital Fall 2026 Campaign is now open from August 25 to October 2, 2026. Residents, schools, businesses, and community groups are invited to take part in this city-wide...

Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / September 26, 2026

Good morning! Today I’m in front of the new “Field Notes from Stittsville” mural on the side of Pretty Pots on Stittsville Main Street. Funded through Ottawa’s Paint It Up! program, this is a collaboration between artist Sasha French (Birdgirl Arts) and the...

Council matches donations to help flood-impacted residents recover

La version française suit As residents continue to recover from the July 1 extreme weather event, Council today approved matching donations to the Canadian Red Cross appeal. The City will match all donations from Canadian individuals and corporations made through the...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026 schedule changes

La version française suit The City of Ottawa would like to remind residents of the following schedule changes and City service impacts for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Wednesday, September 30, 2026. Client Services The City’s 3-1-1 Contact Centre...

Demolition at 2 Pretty Street to begin late September

This month, the City of Ottawa will begin demolition of the former Pretty Street Community Centre building at 2 Pretty Street in order to prepare the site for future not-for-profit housing. Work is expected to begin in the last week of September. Demolition activities...

560 Hazeldean development application goes to Planning & Housing Committee October 7

La version française suit The application for a zoning bylaw amendment at 560 Hazeldean Road will be considered for approval by the City of Ottawa’s Planning & Housing Committee on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. The proposal is to rezone the site, which is currently...

September 25: Planned power interruption on Carp Road, Neil Avenue and Hazeldean Road

La version française suit On September 25, 2026, Hydro Ottawa will be performing electrical infrastructure maintenance that will impact certain customers on Carp Road, Neil Avenue and Hazeldean Road. To complete this work safely, a planned power interruption is...