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What would you like to see at Amberway Park?
(Photo: The west side of Amberway Park in early August 2026.) Now that the ownership of Amberway Park is sorted out, we can begin a long-planned park renewal project. The west side of the park, along Denham Way, got a new play structure in 2019. The east side, facing...
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Trans Canada Trail re-gravelling in October
Re-gravelling work will begin this October for a section of the Trans Canada Trail (Ottawa-Carleton Trailway) between Ashton and West Ridge Drive in Stittsville. This maintenance work will protect the trail base, restore eroded segments, level out surface depressions,...
CONSTRUCTION NOTICE: Maple Grove speed cushions
In late September 2026, the City of Ottawa will begin installation of speed cushions along Maple Grove Road between Leveche and Santolina. This installation will reduce vehicle speeds, and increase pedestrian and cyclist safety. The work will be completed by early...
Nominations open for Ottawa’s 2026 Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards
La version française suit Nominations are now open for Ottawa’s 2026 Immigrant Entrepreneur Awards, which celebrate entrepreneurs who were born outside Canada and have built businesses in Ottawa. Through their leadership and innovation, they help make Ottawa a vibrant...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: September 16, 2026
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca September 2026 September 17: All Candidates Debate This event is currently at full capacity. The SVA will be streaming the event on YouTube. Watch their web site and Facebook page for a link to be posted Thursday...
Historic Hartin buildings on Maple Grove recommended for heritage designation
(Photo: Hartin House in 2012, when it was still being used as a home.) UPDATE: Built Heritage Committee approved designation of the buildings on September 15, 2026. City Council will consider the file on September 22, 2026. Originally published September 5, 2026 La...
NOTEBOOK: Why growth keeps coming even when the roads aren’t ready
La version française suit Can City Council pause housing development in Stittsville until Carp Road gets widened, or until LRT construction is finished? That’s a question I get a lot from residents, and it sounds like a straightforward and logical idea. But under...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / September 12, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Patrick Hartin House on Maple Grove Road. These two stone buildings are being recommended for heritage designation. The smaller cottage was built around 1840, and the larger home was built in 1886. They are among the last stone buildings...
SEPTEMBER 18-27: Stittsville Neighbour Days
en francais We’re launching a new Stittsville event called "Stittsville Neighbour Days" to encourage residents to organize small get-togethers in their neighbourhood. Get to know the people on your street with a potluck, a movie night, a park clean-up, or anything...
NOTEBOOK: Recap of Transit Committee on September 10, 2026
La version française suit Here's a summary of updates at Transit Committee on Thursday, September 10. Presentation slides and a YouTube index are also below. Fall service update OC Transpo has introduced more reliable bus schedules on 30 routes, serving 50 per cent of...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: September 10, 2026
2775 & 2785 Palladium: Zoning By-law Amendment and Site Plan control (UPDATE)
UPDATE: City Council approved the zoning bylaw amendment for this development on September 9. The site plan control application is still under review. UPDATE: The Planning and Housing Committee approved the zoning bylaw amendment for this development on September 2....
City now accepting commemorative naming fall applications
The City’s Commemorative Naming Program is now accepting fall applications to nominate people, histories and legacies that have helped shape Ottawa’s community. The nomination period runs from September 8 to October 20, 2026. Commemorative naming can be applied to...
Labour Day 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 for the Labour Day holiday on Monday, September 7. Client Service Centres The City’s 3-1-1 Contact Centre will be open...
Fernbank District Park consultation begins
Originally posted August 20, 2026 La version française suit The city has begun public consultations for the development of Fernbank District Park. Visit the city’s online engagement platform, Engage Ottawa, to download a high-resolution version of the concept plan and...
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...
2026 Municipal Elections: Verify your information on the Voters’ List and make a plan to vote
La version française suit Voting Day in the 2026 Municipal Elections is Monday, October 26. Eligible electors will have the opportunity to vote for their choice of Mayor, City Councillor and School Board Trustee. Verify your information on the Voters’ List Eligible...
New pilot program will help local businesses improve accessibility
La version française suit As directed by Council in June, the Corporate Accessibility Office is launching a pilot program in partnership with the StopGap Foundation to provide free temporary ramps to local businesses. These lightweight, brightly coloured temporary...
Firefighters will make home visits to check smoke and carbon monoxide alarms
La version française suit As part of the fall Wake Up! program, firefighters from Ottawa Fire Services will visit selected homes across the city this month to ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarms are present and working. Ontario’s Fire Code requires homes to have...
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