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NOTEBOOK: End-of-term transition notes

(Photo: McCurdy Maple Grove on Abbott Street, October 2026) La version française suit My term as your city councillor ends on November 14, and councillor-elect Chelsea Walton will take over the role on November 15. We're working together over the next few weeks to...

Upcoming Environmental Assessment at 32 & 34 Friendly Crescent

The City of Ottawa will be conducting environmental drilling work at the vacant, city-owned properties at 32 and 34 Friendly Crescent on Friday, November 6 and Monday, November 9, 2026. There will not be any work conducted over the weekend or after 5:00 pm on...

One-day COVID-19 and Flu Immunization Clinic: November 14 at the Richmond Arena

La version française suit To support rural communities with limited pharmacy access, Ottawa Public Health is offering a one-day clinic in Richmond. Community members can book an appointment using this link or the QR code included on the attached poster. Walk-ins will...

Upcoming events in Stittsville

Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca November 2026 November 6 & 7: Community Clothing Sale Supporting the Stittsville Food Bank Find great deals while supporting a local cause at the upcoming Community Clothing Sale on Friday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. to...

Seasonal winter parking restrictions coming December 1

La version française suit Seasonal winter parking restrictions will be in effect from December 1 to March 31 this winter. Several additional streets in Stittsville will have parking restrictions this winter, and are listed below. Please check the signs in your...

Amberway Park survey: What we heard

(Photo: The west side of Amberway Park in early August 2026. / Le côté ouest du parc Amberway au début d’août 2026.) La version française suit The results are in! Our survey on the future of Amberway Park is now closed, after 28 days of accepting feedback. We received...

Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / October 31, 2026

🎃 Happy Halloween! This morning I’m on James Lewis Avenue, just south of Fernbank via Brightside. There are lots of events and activities happening for Halloween this weekend including the annual Pumpkin Parade on Sunday, November 1 at Village Square Park. (Also...

November 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar

La version française suit We publish a monthly calendar highlighting key commemorative dates from different religions and cultures, as well as important dates related to human rights, inclusion, and diversity. This is the final Multicultural & Human Rights...

Hartin House on Cedarow Court up for designation at Built Heritage committee November 5

La version française suit The City of Ottawa’s Heritage Planning staff are recommending that 10 Cedarow Court in Stittsville be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. Known as the David Hartin House, the building dates back to 1876 and is one of only a...

Construction notice: Sweetnam Drive traffic calming

La version française suit Construction for traffic calming improvements on Sweetnam Drive will start at the end of October and last through November. The work includes the installation of a pedestrian crossover at the pathway just north of Harry Douglas Drive, with a...

Congratulations to councillor-elect Chelsea Walton!

Her campaign slogan was: “The experience to navigate City Hall, the heart to advocate for Stittsville.” And that pretty much says it all. She worked incredibly hard over the past 5+ months on this campaign, and she is going to be a great leader for our community. I’m...

Granite Ridge stormwater pond maintenance

Originally published on May 25, 2026 La version française suit UPDATE - October 27, 2026: The pond clean-out and drainage ditch rehabilitation work have been completed, and the site has been reinstated and is open to the public. Approximately 5,000 tonnes of sediment...

Upcoming Paul Lindsay Park stormwater maintenance

Originally published May 1, 2025 La version française suit UPDATE - October 27, 2026: Maintenance work is now complete, with 1,500 tonnes of sediment having been removed from the pond. The contractor has reinstated the site, however the temporary fencing will remain...

Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / October 24, 2026

Good morning! Today I’m on Abbott Street at Ponderosa (near the roundabout at Cranesbill/Rouncey), checking out one of Stittsville’s many creative Halloween displays. This week’s updates: - Stittsville Legion Poppy Campaign - Looking back at the Stittsville Muslim...

Voting Day for the 2026 Municipal Elections is October 26

Originally published October 19, 2026 La version française suit Voting Day for the 2026 Municipal Elections is on Monday, October 26. You will have the opportunity to vote at your assigned voting place for your choice of Mayor, City Councillor and School Board...

Ottawa Public Health reminds residents to get vaccinated against flu, COVID-19 and RSV this fall

Originally published October 20, 2026 La version française suit Ottawa Public Health (OPH) is encouraging residents to protect themselves and their loved ones this respiratory illness season by receiving recommended vaccines. Starting Monday, October 26, COVID-19 and...

NOVEMBER 7: Household hazardous waste drop-off at Westbrook Snow Dump

La version française suit The City of Ottawa is hosting a Household Hazardous Waste drop-off event: Saturday, November 7, 2026 Westbrook Snow Dump Facility 200 Westbrook Road 8 am to 4 pm Please note that electronic waste is not accepted at Household Hazardous Waste...