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		<title>MAY 2: Jane&#8217;s Walk on Stittsville Main Street (2026)</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 12:57:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Originally published April 18, 2026 La version française suit 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 activist whose writings championed a [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Originally published April 18, 2026</em></p>
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<p>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 activist whose writings championed a fresh, community-based approach to understanding, organizing, designing, and building cities.</p>
<p>I’m hosting another walk this year on Stittsville Main Street on <strong>Saturday, May 2. </strong>It starts at 4:00pm and lasts about 90 minutes<strong>. </strong>Spaces are limited and registration is recommended to help us plan: <a href="https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/en/walks/janes-walk-ottawa-gatineau-2026/22117">https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/en/walks/janes-walk-ottawa-gatineau-2026/22117</a></p>
<p>This year’s theme is “Stories of Stittsville Main Street”. For more than 170 years, Stittsville has evolved from a small rural village into a vibrant suburban community. On this walk, we’ll explore how the function of Stittsville Main Street has changed over time through stories about its history, familiar landmarks, and distinctive architecture. We’ll also look ahead to the future and consider how the street may continue to evolve. As always, the walk will be a great opportunity to meet neighbours and experience Stittsville’s favourite street together.</p>
<p>Registration is also open for walks planned all over Ottawa from May 1-3, 2026. Check out the <a href="https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca">Jane’s Walk web site</a> for info.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/community/meet-me-on-stittsville-main-street-a-recap-of-this-years-janes-walk/">See photos from the 2025 Jane&#8217;s Walk on Stittsville Main&#8230;</a></p>
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<h2>2 MAI : Promenade de Jane sur la rue Stittsville Main (2026)</h2>
<p>La Promenade de Jane est un événement piétonnier qui améliore la compréhension de la dynamique urbaine en offrant un aperçu de l’histoire locale, de la planification, de la conception et de l’engagement civique par la marche et l’observation. L’événement honore Jane Jacobs (1916-2006), une urbaniste et activiste dont les écrits prônaient l’adoption d’une approche communautaire novatrice pour comprendre, organiser, concevoir et construire les villes.</p>
<p>La marche aura lieu de nouveau cette année, sur la rue Stittsville Main, le <strong>samedi 2 mai 2026. </strong>Elle commencera à 16 h et durera environ 90 minutes<strong>. </strong>Les places sont limitées. Il est donc recommandé de vous inscrire pour nous aider à planifier en conséquence : <a href="https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/fr/walks/janes-walk-ottawa-gatineau-2026/22117">https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/fr/walks/janes-walk-ottawa-gatineau-2026/22117</a>.</p>
<p>Le thème cette année : « Les récits de la rue Stittsville Main ». Sur une période de plus de 170 ans, Stittsville est passé de petit village rural à communauté de banlieue dynamique. Lors de cette promenade, nous verrons comment la rue Stittsville Main s’est transformée avec le temps, par le biais de récits sur son histoire, ses repères familiers et son architecture distincte. Nous songerons aussi à la forme qu’elle pourrait prendre dans l’avenir. Naturellement, il s’agit d’une excellente occasion de rencontrer vos voisines et voisins, tout en profitant ensemble de cette rue si chère à notre quartier.</p>
<p>Il est aussi possible de s’inscrire aux autres marches prévues dans tout Ottawa du 1<sup>er</sup> au 3 mai 2026. Pour en savoir plus, visitez le <a href="https://www.janeswalkottawa.ca/fr">site Web de la Promenade de Jane</a>.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/community/meet-me-on-stittsville-main-street-a-recap-of-this-years-janes-walk/">Voir les photos de l’édition de 2025</a></p>
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		<title>June 20, 2026: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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, corner of Abbott and Stittsville Main).  The event is free! The festival [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Originally published February 8, 2026</em></p>
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<p>Join us for the fifth annual <strong><em>Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival.</em></strong></p>
<p>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, corner of Abbott and Stittsville Main).  The event is free!</p>
<p>The festival showcases Stittsville’s diversity, welcoming newcomers, and promoting new connections with residents. Hundreds of people attended the event last year, and we are looking forward to welcoming even more this year!</p>
<p>There are dozens of performers, exhibitors, food vendors, and community organizations. Get your event passport stamped for a chance to win prizes. Admission is <strong>FREE</strong> and there are activities for all ages.</p>
<p>If you’d like to participate as a performer, exhibitor, food vendor, or volunteer, please contact us at <a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca.</a></p>
<p><strong>Travel tips:</strong></p>
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<li>Village Square Park is at 6000 Abbott Street, at the corner of Abbott and Stittsville Main</li>
<li>We encourage you to walk or bike to the event along the Trans Canada Trail!</li>
<li>Served by OC Transpo Route 61 and Route 163.</li>
<li>Abbott Street will be closed between Stittsville Main and Carbery for the duration of the event. <em>(Local access only.)</em></li>
<li>Free parking is available in the municipal parking lot on Stittsville Main or along residential side streets.</li>
<li><strong>Follow our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1394845025289084?acontext=%7B%22event_action_history%22%3A[%7B%22mechanism%22%3A%22search_results%22%2C%22surface%22%3A%22bookmark_search%22%7D]%2C%22ref_notif_type%22%3Anull%7D">Facebook Event Page</a> for more information about participants and performers, and how you can get involved!</strong></li>
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<li>Contact us for more information: <a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-2025-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos from the 2025 event</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-2024-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos from the 2024 event</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos from the 2023 event</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-welcome-to-stittsville-2022/">Photos from the 2022 event</a></li>
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<h2>Le 20 juin 2026 : Festival multiculturel Bienvenue à Stittsville</h2>
<p>Participez à la 5<sup>e</sup> édition annuelle du <strong><em>Festival multiculturel Bienvenue à Stittsville</em></strong>.</p>
<p>L’activité de cette année, dont l’accès est gratuit pour tous, se tiendra le samedi 20 juin, de midi à 16 h, au parc Village Square (6000, rue Abbott, à l’angle des rues Abbott et Stittsville Main).</p>
<p>Ce festival met en valeur la diversité de Stittsville et permet d’accueillir les nouveaux arrivants et de favoriser de nouveaux liens dans la communauté. Des centaines de personnes ont participé à l’édition de l’année dernière, et nous espérons accueillir encore plus de monde cette année!</p>
<p>Des dizaines d’artistes, d’exposants, de vendeurs de nourriture et d’organismes communautaires seront présents. Faites tamponner votre passeport lors de l’activité pour avoir la chance de gagner des prix. L’entrée est <strong>GRATUITE</strong> et il y aura des activités pour tous les âges.</p>
<p>Si vous voulez participer en tant qu’artiste, exposant, restaurateur ambulant ou bénévole, veuillez communiquer avec nous (<a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca</a>).</p>
<p><strong>Conseils pour les déplacements</strong></p>
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<li>Le parc Village Square est situé au 6000, rue Abbott, à l’angle des rues Abbott et Stittsville Main.</li>
<li>Nous vous encourageons à vous y rendre à pied ou à vélo, en utilisant le Sentier transcanadien!</li>
<li>Les circuits 61 et 163 d’OC Transpo se rendent au parc Village Square.</li>
<li>La rue Abbott sera fermée entre la rue Stittsville Main et la promenade Carbery tout au long de l’activité. (<em>Accès local seulement.</em>)</li>
<li>Le stationnement est gratuit au parc de stationnement municipal sur la rue Stittsville Main et dans les rues résidentielles perpendiculaires.</li>
<li><strong>Suivez notre </strong><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/1606686660722890/?active_tab=discussion"><strong>page du festival sur Facebook</strong></a><strong> pour en savoir plus sur les participants et les artistes, et sur la façon d’y prendre part!</strong></li>
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<li>Communiquez avec nous pour en savoir plus : <a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca.">glen.gower@ottawa.ca</a>.</li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-2025-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos de l’édition 2025 du festival</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-2024-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos de l’édition 2024 du festival</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-welcome-to-stittsville-multicultural-festival/">Photos de l’édition 2023 du festival</a></li>
<li><a href="https://glengower.ca/events/photos-welcome-to-stittsville-2022/">Photos de l’édition 2022 du festival</a></li>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca May 2026 May 1-30: Sylvie Sabourin Photo Exhibition Be sure to visit the spectacular imagery captured by local photographer, Sylvie Sabourin, at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. Sylvie was born in France before moving to Canada in the early 1980s. Photography has [&#8230;]</p>
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<h2>May 2026</h2>
<p><strong>May 1-30: Sylvie Sabourin Photo Exhibition</strong><br />
Be sure to visit the spectacular imagery captured by local photographer, Sylvie Sabourin, at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. Sylvie was born in France before moving to Canada in the early 1980s. Photography has always been her passion. She captures the wonders of nature, be it in their smallest details or in a more panoramic way. She has exhibited in Canada and in the United States in numerous venues, Her photographs hang in a number of private collections in different provinces of Canada and in France. As a testimony to the beauty of Nature, she has recently published a book titled Emotions that presents a year of the life of Nature on a portion of the TransCanada trail near Stittsville, Ontario.</p>
<p><strong>May 1-2: Sacred Heart High School presents Pippin<br />
</strong>Sacred Heart High School students will be performing the Tony Award-winning musical Pippin on May 1 at 7:00 p.m. and May 2 at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. at the Sacred Heart High School theatre, 5870 Abbott St. E. This high-energy performance showcases the incredible talent and dedication of student performers and stage crew. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students/seniors. Save 10% on groups of four or more (available online only). Tickets can be purchased in advance at <a href="http://www.OnStageDirect.com/SHHS">www.OnStageDirect.com/SHHS</a> or at the door.</p>
<p><strong>May 2: Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society Cleaning Up the Capital</strong><br />
The Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society will be at the Village Square, 6000 Abbott Street East from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to participate in the Cleaning the Capital Campaign. If you have some free time, feel free to join in to help keep Stittsville the beautiful community we are all so proud of.</p>
<p><strong>May 2: Ottawa Carleton Trailway parkrun celebrates its second anniversary<br />
</strong>The Stittsville parkrun is gearing up to celebrate its second anniversary on May 2, 2026, marking two years of bringing people together every Saturday for a free, volunteer‑run 5 km walk or run on the Trans Canada Trail. Each week, 60–85 participants—ranging from age 6 to 95—come out to get active, connect, and build friendships that keep them returning week after week. High‑school students play a big role on the volunteer team, often coming back regularly to support the event and earn their community hours. With water, popsicles, and a welcoming post‑run atmosphere, the refreshment table has become a natural gathering spot where people mingle and get to know one another. Parkrun has quickly become a vibrant community hub, uniting residents and visitors from across Stittsville, Canada, and around the world in a simple shared goal: getting outside and enjoying time together.<br />
<em>A 2026 Stittsville Community Micro-Grant recipient.</em></p>
<p><strong>May 2: Jane&#8217;s Walk on Stittsville Main Street<br />
</strong>Councillor Glen is hosting another walk this year on Stittsville Main Street on Saturday, May 2 at 4:00 p.m. as part of the Jane&#8217;s Walk festival in Ottawa. This year’s theme is “Stories of Stittsville Main Street”. For more than 170 years, Stittsville has evolved from a small rural village into a vibrant suburban community. On this walk, we’ll explore how the function of Stittsville Main Street has changed over time through stories about its history, familiar landmarks, and distinctive architecture. We’ll also look ahead to the future and consider how the street may continue to evolve. As always, the walk will be a great opportunity to meet neighbours and experience Stittsville’s favourite street together. <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/may-2-janes-walk-on-stittsville-main-street/">More info&#8230;</a></p>
<p><strong>May 2: May Lunch and Bake Sale at Stittsville United Church</strong><br />
The Stittsville United Church Women are hosting their annual May Lunch and Bake Sale! The event runs from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Stittsville United Church, 6255 Fernbank Road. Enjoy a delicious lunch of cold cuts, homemade salads, and desserts. The price for lunch is: Adults $15.00, Youth ages 7 &#8211; 12 $7.00, and free for children under 6. Bring your family and friends for a great time together. <a href="https://www.stittsvilleunitedchurch.com/">For further information, please click here</a>.</p>
<p><strong>May 2: Lettuce Grow Initiative</strong><br />
Eco West Enders, in partnership with JoJo&#8217;s Community Garden want to continue to support and remove barriers that prevent people from growing their own food. On May 2nd, they will be gifting free kits that will include everything one would need to grow their first crop: lettuce. Through the month of May, participants will be supported in an online community to ask questions and received guidance! On May 30th, all participants will be invited back to JoJo&#8217;s Community Garden for light refreshments, to tour the gardens, and strut what they have grown! <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/2013571646254202/?rdid=uelTQ0jIQJOhRM8X&amp;share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1Dv4kNvzDy%2F">More info&#8230;</a><br />
<em>A 2026 Stittsville Community Micro-Grant recipient.</em></p>
<p><strong>May 6-9: Kanata United Church Book Fair</strong><br />
The Kanata United Church at 33 Leacock Drive, Kanata will be hosting a book fair to raise funds to partially return back into the community, as well as worthwhile organizations such as the Kanata Food Cupboard, Matthew House and many others. All books are donated with dedicated volunteers who sort through all donations. Donations of books will be accepted between April 6 and April 25 at their location. The Kids Only shopping experience has returned this year on May 6 from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. allowing the kids to browse and purchase books while parents and adults wait in the sanctuary. For the general public, the book fair will be open May 7 from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., May 8 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and May 9 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://kuc.ca/book-fair-2026/">Book Fair 2026 | Kanata United Church</a></p>
<p><strong>May 7: CrimeStoppers &#8220;I Know My Rights&#8221; Comedy Night</strong><br />
Join Dan Allaire and Rick Lemieux for a great night of comedy at the Ottawa Police Association, 141 Catherine Street. All proceeds from this night will go directly to the National Capital Area Crime Stoppers. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. with the show starting at 8:00 p.m. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://www.jumpcomedy.com/e/comedy-night-national-capital-area-crime-stoppers-hosted-by-the-opva">here</a></p>
<p><strong>May 8: Kids for Kids Talent Festival</strong><br />
The Kanata Stittsville Kiwanis Club is once again hosting their Kids for Kids (K4K) Talent Festival. This is an opportunity for local children and youth to showcase their talent and help raise funds. The participants can build their confidence, make new friends and claim community service hours. Funds raised are used to support children and youth in need and at risk both directly and through other local Outreach Programs. This year there will be 27 performers with a mix of dance, song and music! The show will be held at the Sacred Heart High School Community Theatre, 5870 Abbott Road, from 6:30 p.m. &#8211; 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $20 per adult and free for kids 12 yrs and under. There is also a group rate for 5 adults where the ticket price is $16 per adult. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://k19397.site.kiwanis.org/2026-kids-for-kids-talent-festival/">Kids for Kids Talent Festival</a></p>
<p><strong>May 9: Friends of Stittsville Wetlands Interpretive Walk</strong><br />
In celebration of <a href="https://www.birdday.ca/">World Migratory Bird Day 2026</a> and the theme &#8220;Every Bird Counts – Your Observation Matters,&#8221; the Friends of Stittsville Wetlands are hosting an Interpretive Walk from 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in an effort to learn more about the fragile and ecologically significant Goulbourn Wetland Complex. Please arrive at the TransCanada Trail Head &#8211; intersection of Westridge Dr. and Abbott St. West &#8211; later than 8:50 a.m. They will begin at with a special session before the walk to launch their iNaturalist Project. Make sure you download the app before your arrival. Your guide will be Rob Stavinga, a retired Environmental Technologist, who dedicated his career to conservation in Ontario. Join along as they explore the many birds and the habitats they depend on. For further information, please visit <a href="https://www.friendsofstittsvillewetlands.com/">Friends of Stittsville Wetlands</a></p>
<p><strong>May 9: Mother&#8217;s Day Sale</strong><br />
Come out and shop for Mom, or any Mom for that matter, with 30+ vendors of local crafts and creations for your perusal and hopefully purchase! This sale happens at the Johnny Leroux Arena, 10 Warner-Colpitts Lane, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. There will be door prizes, great food, and YOU to help support the vendors and local charities! Pet friendly as usual and every Mom gets a flower! Loads of free parking available!</p>
<p><strong>May 9: Songs from the Heart</strong><br />
Listen to selections from the musical Les Miserables alongside a mix of audience favourites from stage, screen and beyond. The performance starts at 7:30 p.m. at St. Paul&#8217;s Anglican Church, 20 Young Road in Kanata. For pricing and additional information, please visit, <a href="https://www.kanatachoralsociety.ca/concerts.html">their website</a></p>
<p><strong>May 11-16: Liam&#8217;s Lemonade Stand Fundraiser</strong><br />
A simple lemonade stand is set to make a meaningful impact in the Stittsville community. Liam, a young entrepreneur with a big heart, is hosting a neighborhood lemonade stand with a special mission: raising money for SPG4 research in support of his friend Jack. Set up on a sunny corner of Adamson Crescent and West Ridge Drive from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Liam’s stand will offer more than just a refreshing break from the warm weather. Visitors are invited to enjoy a cool, homemade beverage while contributing to a cause that hits close to home. Every cup of lemonade sold will go directly toward advancing research into SPG4, a rare genetic condition that affects mobility and quality of life. Community members are encouraged to stop by, quench their thirst, and show their support. Whether it’s a single cup or a generous donation, every contribution will make a difference. The event is a reminder that even small acts of kindness—like a glass of lemonade—can have a powerful impact. For further information on SPG4, please visit <a href="https://blugenes.org/spg4-cure/">SPG4 Cure &#8211; Blu Genes Foundation</a></p>
<p><strong>May 13, 21 &amp; 23: Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Open House</strong><br />
The Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club at 2135 Huntley Road is holding three open houses in 2026: May 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., May 21 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., and May 23 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. You are welcome to drop in for a few minutes to meet members and get a feel for the game. Please wear flat soled shoes. Email <u><a href="mailto:goulbournlawnbowling@gmail.com">here</a></u> to register. For further information on this, please visit, <a href="https://www.goulbournlawnbowlingclub.com/">Goulbourn Lawn Bowling Club</a></p>
<p><strong>May 16/17: Stittsville Plant Swap</strong><br />
Join the fun and community‑minded Plant Swap! Whether you&#8217;re looking to diversify your plant collection or rehome a few cuttings, this is the perfect chance to trade with fellow plant lovers. The event runs each day from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street.</p>
<p><strong>May 16: Stittsville Book Fair</strong><br />
Fresh Blue Ink presents an afternoon filled with local and Canadian literary delights. Whether you&#8217;re a bookworm or just looking for a new read, this event is perfect for you! Dozens of local authors and publishers are keen to help you find your next favourite novel or select a gift for a fellow book lover This event happens at the Stittsville Legion Branch 618, 1481 Stittsville Main Street, from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. For further information, please visit, <a href="http://www.freshblueink.ca/bookfair2026/poster-2026.jpg">here</a></p>
<p><strong>May 17: Password Security</strong><br />
We are told not to write down passwords or reuse passwords, and to make passwords long and complex. Chris Taylor, President of the Ottawa PC Users&#8217; Group will show how to use free software that stores all your usernames and passwords along with related information and protects them with a single, very strong password. This event will be held at 1:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. Don&#8217;t let your online accounts get compromised. It&#8217;s easy and free. Registration required.  Please visit, <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/keeping-passwords-safe-17">Keeping Passwords Safe | Ottawa Public Library</a></p>
<p><strong>May 16: Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts &#8211; Poole Creek Invasive Species Clean Up and Health Monitoring</strong><br />
This spring, youth and leaders from the Stittsville Pathfinder Girl Guides and Venture Scouts will unite for a hands‑on environmental stewardship day at the Poole Creek Wetland, working together to protect one of the community’s most treasured natural spaces. Guided by expert naturalists from the Ottawa Stewardship Council and the Friends of the Stittsville Wetlands, participants will learn to identify and remove invasive plant species while gaining practical insight into wetland ecology and conservation. Youth will also collect biodiversity data using the iNaturalist platform, contributing meaningful citizen‑science information to help monitor the health of the ecosystem. This immersive experience not only improves habitat quality and supports long‑term ecological resilience but also cultivates environmental leadership, scientific literacy, and a deeper sense of civic responsibility among the next generation of Stittsville community stewards.</p>
<p><strong>May 20: Kanata Senior&#8217;s Council AGM</strong><br />
The Kanata Seniors Council, will be celebrating 30 years of “seniors helping seniors” and will be holding its Annual General Meeting at the Kanata Seniors Center, 2500 Campeau Drive, Kanata, starting at 10:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend, but only members of the Council are entitled to vote. A light lunch will be served after the meeting. Also be on the lookout for Far West Fun Fest 2026, 2 weeks of activities for seniors focusing on fun, friendship and food. The event takes place from June 4 to June 18, 2026. Booklets will be available at the Kanata Seniors Center starting May 1, and registration begins at 9:00 a.m. on Monday May 11. For further information, please contact, <a href="mailto:council@kanataseniors.ca" aria-label="Email council@kanataseniors.ca">council@kanataseniors.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>May 23: Friends of Stittsville Wetlands Spring Cleaning the Capital</strong><br />
The Friends of Stittsville Wetlands will be participating in the Spring 2026 Cleaning the Capital Campaign on Saturday, May 23. The clean-up efforts will begin at the Trans Canada Trailhead at Westridge and Abbott Street and extend to the viewing platform overlooking the headwaters of Poole Creek. This clean-up effort also included the naturalized area south of the Trailhead to Woodhurst Crescent. The second clean-up area to be targeted will be Poole Creek from Westridge Drive to Stittsville Main Street. More details to come. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://www.friendsofstittsvillewetlands.com/">Friends of Stittsville Wetlands</a></p>
<p><strong>May 24: Estate Planning</strong><br />
In this session presented by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada (CPA), you will learn about the process of Estate Planning, key ideas, and resources. Various Estate Planning tools will be discussed, such as Powers of Attorney, wills, joint accounts, gifting, and a trust. This session will be followed by a Q&amp;A. The event runs from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. Registration is required. For further information, and to register, please visit, <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/estate-planning-17">Estate Planning | Ottawa Public Library</a></p>
<p><strong>May 29: Stittsville Village Association Trivia Night<br />
</strong>Join us for a fun-filled Trivia Night at Amberwood Lounge and Eatery, 54 Springbrook Drive, at 8:00 p.m. and help support your community and raise money for the Stittsville Village Association, so that they can continue to put on amazing community events! Don&#8217;t miss out on this opportunity to show off your trivia skills and contribute to a great cause. Get your tickets <a href="https://forms.gle/a1dNP3QZduMXJUqW9" data-outlook-id="4e277dad-9bf8-4579-adbe-7626306e4099">here </a>You can enter a team of 6 &#8211; 8 players or if you come with a small number join a team at the event! Dinner reservations can be made for 6:30 p.m. by contacting ALE directly at (613) 831-2442 or <a href="mailto:info@aleottawa.ca" data-outlook-id="d0003986-d79e-40c0-8c39-a991e05e0980">info@aleottawa.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>May 30: War Brides; A GTHS Event</strong><br />
Join the Goulbourn Township Historical Society for a special presentation on the remarkable stories of war brides—women who left their homes and families behind to start new lives in Canada after wartime. This engaging event will explore the experiences, challenges, and contributions of these women, whose journeys helped shape communities across the country. The presentation starts at 1:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. All are welcome to attend and learn more about this important chapter in our shared history. For further information, please visit, <a href="https://www.goulbournhistoricalsociety.org/">www.goulbournhistoricalsociety.org</a></p>
<p><strong>May 30: Jack&#8217;s Gala; Reaching for the Stars</strong><br />
Anna and Richard Laidlaw from Stittsville are parents to three young boys—Jack (8), Scott (6), and Tom (4). They are reaching out in hopes that you will consider supporting their family’s annual fundraising event, Jack’s Gala: Reaching for the Stars, which will take place on May 30th, 2026, at the award-winning Brookstreet Hotel, where they hope to host 400 guests. They are currently seeking sponsors, donations to the live and silent auctions, and for guests to join them for this event, to help the family reach a cure for our son. The event will include live music, guest speakers (including astronaut Dr. Dave Williams!), photobooths, a balloon pop, both live and silent auctions and more! For further information and to donate, please visit, SPG4 Cure: <a href="https://blugenes.org/spg4-cure/">https://blugenes.org/spg4-cure/</a> (Canadian tax receipt provided upon donation)</p>
<p><strong>May 30: Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society Plant Sale</strong><br />
Be sure to drop by the Stittsville Goulbourn Horticultural Society Plant Sale in the parking lot of the Frederick Banting Alternative School, 1453 Stittsville Main Street. The sale will be held from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For further information, please contact, <a href="mailto:sghorticultural@gmail.com">sghorticultural@gmail.com</a></p>
<p><strong>May 31: Walk for Dog Guides</strong><br />
For 41 years, Canadians have come together through the Pet Valu Walk for Dog Guides to witness journeys unfold — from hope into independence. Every Dog Guide partnership represents growth, patience, and transformation. Help restore independence and transform lives. Join the Walk for Dog Guides and be part of a national movement creating life-changing partnerships for Canadians living with disabilities. The Walk starts at 170 Castlefrank Road.  Registration is 12:00 p.m. and the walk begins at 1:00 p.m. For further information on this, please visit, <a href="https://www.walkfordogguides.com/">Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides</a></p>
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<h2 aria-hidden="true">Ongoing Events</h2>
<p><em>*Note: During the holidays, schedules for weekly events are subject to change. Check with the event organizers for more information.</em></p>
<p><strong>Ongoing: West Side Pride Vendor Registration</strong><br />
Vendor registration for the 2026 West Side Pride Community Fair is now open! Please fill out the <a href="https://forms.gle/z7GWTrsQVknAhZ5n9">Vendor Application Form</a> to apply for a space in the Community Fair and please also take the time to review the important information for vendors in the <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/docs/2026%20West%20Side%20Pride%20Community%20Fair%20Information.pdf">Community Fair Handbook</a> including vendor classifications, vendor fee pricings, and the rules and expectations for vendors on site at the event. Both of these can also be found and accessed on this <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/community-fair.html">website</a>.  This year&#8217;s festival will again be at Alexander Grove Park 10 Warner-Colpitts on Saturday, July 25th from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The Community Fair is a great opportunity to show your support and solidarity and to engage and promote yourselves with our local 2SLGBTQIA+ community and the local community at large. Last year&#8217;s festival was a great success with more than 40 vendors participating!</p>
<p><strong>Every Wednesday: Euchre @ Stittsville United Church</strong><br />
Enjoy an afternoon of euchre with fun, fellowship and refreshments sponsored by the United Church Women, held each Wednesday afternoon from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Lower Hall at Stittsville United Church, 6255 Fernbank Road. Proceeds from this event are used to support various charities in our area. Everyone welcome. For further information, please contact <a href="mailto:blamb05@sympatico.ca">blamb05@sympatico.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>February 23, March 30, April 27 and May 25: Rotary Club International Film Series</strong><br />
The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville will be presenting their Winter Film Series throughout the next few months. Series Pass costs $60.00 with all 4 films being screened at Landmark Cinemas, 801 Kanata Avenue. Films being presented are; February 23: Sentimental Value, Norwegian/English with subtitles, March 30: Uiksaringitara (Wrong Husband), Inuktitut with subtitles, April 27:  DJ Ahmet, Macedonian, Turkish, English with subtitles, and May 25: The Nine Lives of Barbara Dane, English. For tickets, please contact <a href="mailto:sburt@uwaterloo.ca">Sandra Burt</a></p>
<p><strong>Every Saturday: Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun (<em>depending on the weather &amp; trail conditions</em>)</strong><br />
The Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun starts on the Trans Canada Trail by the dog park pathway entrance near Shea and Granite Ridge, and will run along Robert Grant to Bobolink and back. There are no road crossings on the route. This is a 5km run suitable for all ability levels. The event runs every Saturday at 9:00 a.m. For further information, please visit<a href="https://www.parkrun.ca/"> parkrun Canada</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: St. Thomas Clothing Drop-Off</strong><br />
St. Thomas Anglican Church, located at 1619 Stittsville Main, accepts gently used clothing, footwear, bedding and towels every Monday through Thursday from 1:30 p.m. to 4:40 p.m. Please do not leave clothing after these hours. They will accept clothing with no holes, rips, or pet hair and take all sizes, shoes, boots and outerwear. If you would like to volunteer with set-up, sorting or takedown, please call 613-836-5741. Please note, Food bank members get first day, and then it is open to the public. All proceeds go to the Stittsville Food Bank.</p>
<p><b>Mondays until June 8: Creative Writing Program for Teens</b><br />
This program is hosted by the Stittsville Creative Writing Group at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main, and led by an adult group member. Participants, ages 13-17, meet on the second Monday of the month for a series of lectures, activities, and writing exercises.  It&#8217;s an extension of the existing adult writing group with the goal of fostering creativity and literacy in the next generation, and inspiring future writers. <a href="https://booking.biblioottawalibrary.ca/en/event/creative-writing-program-teens">Registration required.  Mondays, Feb 09, 2026 &#8211; Jun 08, 2026 &#8211; 6:30 p.m.</a></p>
<p><strong>Tuesdays until May 12: Babytime at the Stittsville library</strong><br />
Stories, rhymes and songs for babies and a parent or caregiver at the Stittsville branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main. 0-18 months. No registration required. Tuesdays, Apr 14, 2026 &#8211; May 12, 2026 &#8211; 10:30 a.m. &#8211; 30 minutes. <a href="http://biblioottawalibrary.ca">biblioottawalibrary.ca</a></p>
<p><strong>June 1- August 31: Lemonade Standemonium</strong><br />
Lemonade Standemonium 2026, is a community- and youth-driven fundraising initiative taking place across Ottawa this summer in support of the Ottawa Cancer Foundation. From June 1 through August 31, residents, families, and community groups are invited to host lemonade stands, with 100% of proceeds directly supporting free programs and services for individuals and families impacted by cancer in our region. This initiative provides an accessible and meaningful opportunity for residents—particularly young people—to engage in community-building while contributing to a cause that affects so many in Ottawa. Importantly, all funds raised remain local, ensuring a direct and tangible impact within our community. For more information, please take a look at the <a href="https://support.ottawacancer.ca/site/TR?fr_id=1160&amp;pg=entry">website!</a></p>
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<h2>June 2026</h2>
<p><strong>June 6: Sable Run Community Street Sale</strong><br />
Come out to the Community Street Sale on Sable Run in West Ridge, Stittsville. The sale will run from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 pm. with a rain date of June 7. This annual Street Sale features tons of collectables, antiques, kitchen decor, books, garden tools, jewelry and clothing. Walk the street and pick up bargains along the way. You name it, you&#8217;ll probably find it here!</p>
<p><strong>June 7: Douglas Sutherland&#8217;s Stittsville Art in the Park</strong><br />
Village Square Park will come alive on June 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for Douglas Sutherland’s Stittsville Art in the Park—an energetic, free, one‑day festival that unites our community in a vibrant celebration of creativity. This beloved annual event showcases an eclectic mix of local talent, from emerging young artists to seasoned creators, featuring stunning artwork, photography, handmade crafts, authors, artisans, delicious food trucks, and live youth entertainment. With family‑friendly and pet‑friendly activities, including a growing kids’ talent showcase, colourful street chalk art, expanded space along Abbott Street for artists and picnic seating, and a relaxed outdoor atmosphere, the festival draws record crowds each year. It strengthens community connections, supports local businesses, honours Stittsville tradition and founder Douglas Sutherland, and provides an essential platform for creators of all ages to share their craft and shine.</p>
<p><strong>June 13: Stittsville District Lions Club – Community BBQ </strong><br />
Stittsville District Lions Club Community BBQ is a fun, family‑friendly gathering open to everyone! Enjoy delicious barbecue while the kids take part in games and activities designed just for them. This event is more than just a great afternoon out; it’s an opportunity to bring neighbours together, strengthen community spirit, and support those who need it most. Come connect with friends old and new at the Stittsville District Lions Club, 1339 Stittsville Main Street, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. We can’t wait to see you there!</p>
<p><strong>June 18: Stittsville Front Porch Concerts</strong><br />
This year, the Stittsville Front Porch Concerts will be held on June 18, with a rain date of June 25th.  More information to follow one it becomes available.</p>
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<h2>July 2026</h2>
<p><strong>July 18: Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park</strong><br />
The Stittsville Cricket Club is excited to invite the community to a vibrant Cricket Festival at Bradley Craig Park, bringing neighbours together for a fun, welcoming day celebrating the sport of cricket. This family‑friendly event aims to strengthen community connections while introducing residents of all ages to one of the world’s most popular sports through demonstrations, hands‑on activities, and opportunities to learn and play. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the game, the festival promises an enjoyable way to get active, meet new people, and experience something new. Join neighbours at Bradley Craig Park for a day of cricket, community spirit, and healthy outdoor fun!</p>
<p><strong>July 25: West Side Pride Festival</strong><br />
This year&#8217;s West Side Pride Festival will run from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Alexander Grove Park, 10 Warner-Colpitts Ln. If you&#8217;re interested or would like to participate as a vendor in this year&#8217;s Community Fair, please be sure to leave the date open on your calendar. It&#8217;s a great opportunity to show your support for and promote yourselves to our local LGBTQ2S+ community! For further information, please visit, <a href="https://westsidepride.ca/">West Side Pride</a></p>
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<h2>August 2026</h2>
<p><strong>August 8: SVA Music and Movies in the Park, Stittsville Village Square</strong><br />
Get ready for a magical summer evening at Music and Movies in the Park at Stittsville Village Square, hosted by the Stittsville Village Association. This all‑ages community celebration brings local talent to the center stage, featuring performances from homegrown musicians followed by a film. Starting at 5:00 p.m., it’s the perfect chance to gather with friends, family, and neighbours, and enjoy the lively atmosphere. Come out and experience a fun, vibrant night that showcases the creativity, spirit, and togetherness of our community!</p>
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<p><em>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 add to the calendar, please contact </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca"><em>glen.gower@ottawa.ca.</em></a></p>
<p><strong>Month-long observance:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Asian Heritage Month</li>
<li>Buddhist Heritage Month</li>
<li>Canadian Jewish Heritage Month</li>
<li>Mental Health Awareness Month</li>
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<p><strong>Important dates:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Beltane (May 1) &#8211; Wicca<br />
</strong>Beltane is an ancient Celtic festival that celebrates the beginning of summer and the peak of fertility and abundance in nature. This festival celebrates life and is a time for joy, gratitude, and renewal.</p>
<p><strong>Vesak or Buddha Day (May 1) &#8211; Buddhist<br />
</strong>A significant day for Buddhists, commemorating the birth, enlightenment, and death of Buddha, usually marked by prayer and meditation.</p>
<p><strong>Twelfth Day of Ridván (May 2) &#8211; Bahá&#8217;í<br />
</strong>The Twelfth Day of Ridván marks the end of Bahá’u’lláh&#8217;s stay in the Garden of Ridván in 1863, where He announced His prophetic mission. While Ridván is a joyful celebration, the Twelfth Day also carries sorrow for those who had to stay behind.</p>
<p><strong>Lag B’Omer (May 4-5) &#8211; Jewish<br />
</strong>Lag B’Omer is a festive day in the Jewish calendar, celebrating the life and legacy of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai. It falls on the 18th day of Iyar, marking the 33rd day of the Omer count. It is generally a day of celebration and joy for many Jewish people in Canada because mourning practices that occur during the Omer period are lifted on this date.</p>
<p><strong>Red Dress Day (May 5)</strong><br />
A day to honour and remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and 2SLGBTQIA+ People (MMIWG2S). Red Dress Day serves as powerful reminder of the ongoing violence faced by many in Canada and calls for collective recognition, action, and solidarity.</p>
<p><strong>Dutch Heritage Day (May 5)</strong><br />
Today, people across Canada will mark Dutch Heritage Day, a time to honour the sacrifices made by members of the Canadian Armed Forces in the liberation of the Netherlands during the Second World War. It is also an opportunity to celebrate the many contributions that generations of Dutch Canadians have made—and continue to make—to the country we all know and love.</p>
<p><strong>African World Heritage Day (May 5) </strong><br />
African World Heritage Day is an opportunity for people around the world, and particularly Africans, to celebrate the Continent’s irreplaceable cultural and natural heritage.</p>
<p><strong>Kodomo no Hi: Children&#8217;s Day Celebration (May 5) &#8211; Japanese<br />
</strong>It is a day set aside to respect children&#8217;s personalities and to celebrate their happiness.</p>
<p><strong>Cinco de Mayo (May 5) &#8211; Mexican<br />
</strong>Cinco de Mayo (&#8220;fifth of May&#8221; in Spanish) celebrates the Mexican Army’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862, led by General Ignacio Zaragoza.</p>
<p><strong>V-E Day (May 8)<br />
</strong>Victory in Europe Day is the day celebrating the formal acceptance by the Allies of World War II of Germany&#8217;s unconditional surrender of its armed forces on May 8, 1945.</p>
<p><strong>Mother’s Day (May 10)</strong><br />
Many Canadians celebrate Mother’s Day by showing their appreciation for mothers and mother figures.</p>
<p><strong>Ascension Day (May 14) &#8211; Christian</strong><br />
Ascension Day is observed in Canada on the 40th day after Easter. It commemorates Jesus Christ&#8217;s ascension into heaven, according to the New Testament of the Bible.</p>
<p><strong>Moose Hide Campaign Day (May 14) &#8211; Indigenous<br />
</strong>It is a day of ceremony where all Canadians are called to join to take a stand against violence towards women and children and to take practical steps for our collective journey of reconciliation.</p>
<p><strong>International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia &#8211; IDAHOBIT (May 17)<br />
</strong>A day to recognize the courage and resilience of 2SLGBTQIA+ activists, past and present, who have fought for equity and against discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.</p>
<p><strong>International Museum Day (May 18)<br />
</strong>This is a day designated to honour the significant role of museums worldwide.</p>
<p><strong>Victoria Day (May 18)</strong><br />
Victoria Day is a federal <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Public_holidays_in_Canada">Canadian public holiday</a> celebrated on the last Monday preceding May 25 to honour <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queen_Victoria">Queen Victoria</a>. The holiday has been observed in Canada since at least 1845, originally on Victoria’s natural birthday, May 24.</p>
<p><strong>Asian Gold Ribbon Day (May 20)</strong><br />
A day to stand in solidarity against anti-Asian racism and celebrate Asian heritage and culture.</p>
<p><strong>World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development (May 21)<br />
</strong>A day to celebrate cultural diversity and to encourage dialogue that leads to better mutual understanding and cooperation.</p>
<p><strong>Shavuot (May 21-23) – Jewish<br />
</strong>Shavuot is the second of three pilgrim festivals, and it follows Passover by 50 days. It is also known as the Festival of Weeks, the Feast of Weeks, or the Feast of the Harvest because it originally marked the end of the seven weeks of the Passover barley harvest and the beginning of the wheat harvest. Shavuot occurs on the sixth day of the month of Sivan in the Jewish calendar.</p>
<p><strong>Declaration of the Báb (May 24) &#8211; Bahá’í<br />
</strong>Commemorates the day in 1844 when the Báb announced His mission as the Herald of a new Messenger of God.</p>
<p><strong>Pentecost (May 24) – Christian</strong><strong><br />
</strong>Pentecost is a holiday for the Christian community that commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon those who follow Jesus Christ, including the Apostles.</p>
<p><strong>Africa Day (May 25) – African<br />
</strong>Africa Day (formerly African Freedom Day and African Liberation Day) is the annual commemoration of the foundation of the Organization of African Unity on 25 May 1963.</p>
<p><strong>Hajj (May 24-29) – Muslim<br />
</strong>Hajj is the annual pilgrimage made by Muslims to the holy city of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, in the Middle East. This year, it is expected to occur from May 24 to May 29.</p>
<p><strong>Eid al-Adha (May 27-30) – Muslim<br />
</strong>Eid al-Adha is a significant annual Islamic observance for many Muslims in Canada. It is also known as the Feast of Sacrifice or Festival of Sacrifice as it commemorates Ibrahim’s (Abraham) willingness to sacrifice his son to God. It is a time marked by special prayers, and many Muslims gather for special prayer services. Eid al-Adha will begin on the evening of Wednesday, May 27, and continue until May 30.</p>
<p><strong>Ascension of Baha’u’llah (May 29) &#8211; Bahá’í<br />
</strong>The anniversary of the passing of Bahá’u’lláh in 1892.</p>
<p><strong>Trinity Sunday (May 31) &#8211; Christian<br />
</strong>Trinity Sunday, also known as the Feast of the Holy Trinity, is observed on the first Sunday after Pentecost. On this feast day, Christians celebrate the Holy Trinity, which consists of God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit.</p>
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<h2>Avril 2026 Calendrier multiculturel et des droits de la personne</h2>
<p><em>Nous publions un calendrier mensuel répertoriant les principales dates commémoratives des différentes religions et cultures, ainsi que les dates importantes liées au renforcement des droits de la personne et de la diversité. Si vous avez des commentaires à ce sujet ou des suggestions de dates à ajouter au calendrier, veuillez envoyer un courriel à </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca.</a></p>
<p><strong>Célébrations du mois</strong></p>
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<li>Mois du patrimoine asiatique</li>
<li>Mois du patrimoine bouddhiste</li>
<li>Mois du patrimoine juif canadien</li>
<li>Mois de la sensibilisation à la santé mentale</li>
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<p><strong>Dates importantes</strong></p>
<p><strong>Beltane (1<sup>er</sup> mai) – Wicca<br />
</strong>Beltane est une ancienne fête celtique marquant le début de l’été et une période de grande fertilité et d’abondance dans la nature. Ce festival qui célèbre la vie est un moment de joie, de gratitude et de renouveau.</p>
<p><strong>Journée du Vesak (Journée de Bouddha) (1<sup>er</sup> mai) – Bouddhistes<br />
</strong>Journée importante pour les bouddhistes commémorant la naissance, l’illumination et la mort de Bouddha, généralement marquée par la prière et la méditation.</p>
<p><strong>Le douzième jour de Ridván (2 mai) – Baha’i<br />
</strong>Le douzième jour de Ridván marque la fin du séjour de Bahá’u’lláh dans le jardin de Ridván en 1863, où il annonça sa mission prophétique. Bien que Ridván soit une célébration joyeuse, le douzième jour est aussi empreint de tristesse pour les personnes qui ont dû rester sur place.</p>
<p><strong>Lag B’Omer (4 et 5 mai) – Juives et Juifs<br />
</strong>Dans le calendrier juif, Lag B’Omer est un jour de fête où l’on célèbre la vie et l’héritage du rabbin Shimon bar Yochai, qui tombe le 18<sup>e</sup> jour d’iyar et marque le 33<sup>e</sup> jour du décompte de l’omer. Il s’agit généralement d’un jour de fête et de joie pour beaucoup de juives et de juifs du Canada, car les pratiques de deuil qui ont lieu pendant le décompte de l’omer sont levées à cette date.</p>
<p><strong>Journée de la robe rouge (5 mai)<br />
</strong>Une journée pour rendre hommage aux femmes, aux filles et aux personnes 2ELGBTQIA+ autochtones disparues et assassinées (FFADA2E+). La Journée de la robe rouge est un puissant rappel de la violence continue à laquelle font face beaucoup de personnes au Canada et appelle à la reconnaissance collective, à l’action et à la solidarité.</p>
<p><strong>Journée du patrimoine néerlandais (5 mai)<br />
</strong>Partout au Canada, la Journée du patrimoine néerlandais rend hommage aux sacrifices consentis par d’anciens membres des forces armées canadiennes lors de la libération des Pays-Bas pendant la Seconde Guerre mondiale. C’est aussi l’occasion de célébrer les maintes contributions que des générations de personnes canadiennes d’origine néerlandaise ont apportées – et continuent d’apporter – à ce pays que nous connaissons et aimons.</p>
<p><strong>Journée du patrimoine mondial africain (5 mai)</strong><br />
La Journée du patrimoine mondial africain est l’occasion pour les gens du monde entier, en particulier les Africaines et Africains, de célébrer le patrimoine culturel et naturel irremplaçable de l’Afrique.</p>
<p><strong>Kodomo no hi : Célébration de la journée des enfants (5 mai) – Japonaises et Japonais<br />
</strong>Cette journée est réservée au respect de la personnalité des enfants et à la célébration de leur bonheur.</p>
<p><strong>Cinco de Mayo (5 mai) – Mexicaines et Mexicains<br />
</strong>Le Cinco de Mayo (qui veut dire cinq mai en espagnol) célèbre la victoire, le 5 mai 1862, de l’armée mexicaine sur l’Empire français à la bataille de Puebla, dirigée par le général Ignacio Zaragoza.</p>
<p><strong>Jour V en Europe (8 mai)<br />
</strong>Le jour de la Victoire en Europe célèbre l’acceptation officielle, par les Alliés de la Seconde Guerre mondiale, de la capitulation inconditionnelle des forces armées allemandes le 8 mai 1945.</p>
<p><strong>Fête des Mères (10 mai)</strong><br />
Beaucoup de personnes au Canada soulignent la fête des Mères en témoignant leur reconnaissance aux mères et aux figures maternelles.</p>
<p><strong>Ascension (14 mai) – Chrétiennes et chrétiens</strong><br />
Le jour de l’Ascension est célébré au Canada le 40<sup>e</sup> jour après Pâques. Il commémore la montée au ciel de Jésus-Christ, selon le Nouveau Testament de la Bible.</p>
<p><strong>Journée de la Campagne Moose Hide (14 mai) – Autochtones<br />
</strong>Durant cette journée, les Canadiennes et Canadiens sont invités à se regrouper pour prendre position contre la violence envers les femmes et les enfants ainsi que prendre des mesures concrètes pour notre cheminement collectif vers la réconciliation.</p>
<p><strong>Journée internationale contre l’homophobie, la transphobie et la biphobie (17 mai)<br />
</strong>Cette journée vise à reconnaître le courage et la résilience des militantes et militants 2ELGBTQIA+ d’hier et d’aujourd’hui qui luttent pour l’équité et contre la discrimination fondée sur l’orientation sexuelle, l’identité de genre et l’expression de genre.</p>
<p><strong>Journée internationale des musées (18 mai)<br />
</strong>Il s’agit d’une journée pour célébrer le rôle important des musées partout dans le monde.</p>
<p><strong>Fête de la Reine (18 mai)</strong><br />
La fête de la Reine est un <a href="https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/F%C3%AAtes_et_jours_f%C3%A9ri%C3%A9s_au_Canada">jour férié fédéral </a>célébré le dernier lundi précédant le 25 mai en l’honneur de la <a href="https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_(reine)">Reine Victoria</a>. On la souligne au Canada depuis au moins 1845. À l’origine, cette fête avait lieu le jour réel de l’anniversaire de Victoria, soit le 24 mai.</p>
<p><strong>Journée du ruban d’or asiatique (20 mai)</strong><br />
Il s’agit d’une journée d’action contre le racisme envers les Asiatiques et de célébration du patrimoine et de la culture asiatiques.</p>
<p><strong>Journée mondiale de la diversité culturelle pour le dialogue et le développement (21 mai)<br />
</strong>Une journée pour célébrer la diversité culturelle et encourager le dialogue pour améliorer la compréhension mutuelle et la coopération.</p>
<p><strong>Chavouoth (du 21 au 23 mai) – Juives et juifs<br />
</strong>Chavouoth est la deuxième des trois fêtes de pèlerinage; elle suit la Pâque juive de 50 jours. On l’appelle également la fête des Semaines ou la fête des récoltes, puisqu’elle marquait à l’origine la fin de la récolte de l’orge de sept semaines et le début de la récolte du blé. Chavouoth a lieu le sixième jour du mois de Sivan dans le calendrier juif.</p>
<p><strong>Déclaration du Báb (24 mai) – Baha’i<br />
</strong>Cette journée commémore le jour en 1844 où le Báb a annoncé sa mission en tant que héraut d’un nouveau messager de Dieu.</p>
<p><strong>Pentecôte (24 mai) – Chrétiennes et chrétiens</strong><br />
La Pentecôte est une fête chrétienne qui commémore la descente du Saint-Esprit sur celles et ceux qui suivent Jésus-Christ, y compris les apôtres.</p>
<p><strong>Journée mondiale de l’Afrique (25 mai) – Africaines et Africains<br />
</strong>La Journée mondiale de l’Afrique (anciennement Journée de la liberté africaine et Journée de la libération africaine) est la commémoration annuelle de la création de l’Organisation de l’unité africaine (OUA) le 25 mai 1963.</p>
<p><strong>Hadj (du 24 au 29 mai) – Musulmanes et musulmans<br />
</strong>Le Hadj est le pèlerinage annuel effectué par les musulmanes et musulmans dans la ville sainte de La Mecque, en Arabie saoudite, au Moyen-Orient. Cette année, ce pèlerinage devrait avoir lieu du 24 au 29 mai.</p>
<p><strong>Aïd al-Adha (du 27 au 30 mai) – Musulmanes et musulmans<br />
</strong>L’Aïd al-Adha est une fête annuelle importante pour beaucoup de musulmanes et musulmans du Canada. On l’appelle aussi la fête du sacrifice, car elle commémore le consentement d’Ibrahim (Abraham) à sacrifier son fils, après que Dieu lui a enjoint de le faire. C’est une journée de prières spéciales, et maintes personnes musulmanes se rassemblent pour prier. L’Aïd al-Adha commencera dans la soirée du mercredi 27 mai et se poursuivra pendant jusqu’au 30 mai.</p>
<p><strong>Ascension de Bahá’u’lláh (29 mai) – Bahá’í<br />
</strong>Journée qui célèbre l’anniversaire de la mort de Bahá’u’lláh en 1892.</p>
<p><strong>Dimanche de la Trinité (31 mai) – Chrétiennes et chrétiens<br />
</strong>Le dimanche de la Trinité, également connu sous le nom de fête de la Sainte Trinité, est célébré le premier dimanche après la Pentecôte. Ce jour, les chrétiennes et chrétiens célèbrent la nature divine unique, mais distincte, des trois personnes qui composent la Sainte Trinité, soit le Père, le Fils et le Saint-Esprit.</p>
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		<title>April 30: Hobin Street sidewalk open house</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Originally published April 10, 2026 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 is a priority [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>We’re hosting an open house on <strong>Thursday, April 30</strong> at <strong>7:00 p.m.</strong> at <strong>A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School (27 Hobin St)</strong> so residents can view the proposed design for a sidewalk on Hobin Street from Carp Road to Crossing Bridge Park.</p>
<p>This sidewalk is a priority project in the City’s Transportation Master Plan and we want your feedback.</p>
<p>The design includes a sidewalk on the west side of Hobin, and will not affect the decorative gates in front of homes along the street.<br />
UPDATE (April 25): City staff have now posted a &#8220;roll plan&#8221; of the proposed sidewalk and pedestrian upgrades, along with a survey for residents. <a href="https://engage.ottawa.ca/hobin-street-sidewalk">Visit ottawa.ca for more information&#8230;</a></p>
<p><em>We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to fully participate. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email <a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca</a> or call 613-580-2476.</em></p>
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<h2>Séance portes ouvertes au sujet du trottoir de la rue Hobin le 30 avril</h2>
<p>Nous organisons une séance d’information de type portes ouvertes le <strong>jeudi 30 avril, à 19 h</strong> à la <strong>A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School (27, rue Hobin)</strong> afin que les résidents puissent examiner la conception proposée pour le trottoir qui longera la rue Hobin entre le chemin Carp et le parc Crossing Bridge.</p>
<p>Ce trottoir est un projet prioritaire du Plan directeur des transports de la Ville et nous voulons obtenir votre avis sur le sujet.</p>
<p>La conception comprend un trottoir du côté ouest de la rue Hobin, ce qui n’affectera pas les portails décoratifs aux entrées des maisons le long de la rue.</p>
<p>MISE À JOUR du 25 avril : Le personnel municipal a publié un plan de mise en œuvre relatif au trottoir proposé et aux améliorations des voies piétonnières, et un sondage à l’intention des résidents. <a href="https://participons.ottawa.ca/trottoir-de-la-rue-hobin">Pour en savoir plus, veuillez consulter ottawa.ca</a>.</p>
<p><em>Nous nous efforçons d’organiser des événements inclusifs et accessibles auxquels tout le monde, y compris les personnes en situation de handicap, peut participer pleinement. Pour demander des mesures d’adaptation ou pour toute question sur l’accessibilité, veuillez envoyer un courriel à </em><a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca"><em>glen.gower@ottawa.ca</em></a><em> ou composer le 613-580-2476.</em></p>
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		<title>Cleaning the Capital: Stittsville Youth Art Showcase</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Originally published April 12, 2026  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 Clean Community. Artwork must be submitted by Friday, May 15, and [&#8230;]</p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">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 </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">Stittsville Youth Art Showcase: Our Clean Community</span></b><span data-contrast="auto">. Artwork must be </span><b><span data-contrast="auto">submitted by Friday, May 15</span></b><span data-contrast="auto">, and all artwork submitted will be displayed in a temporary outdoor exhibition along the Trans Canada Trail on Sunday, May 31. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This year, we are giving new life to reused coroplast A‑frame signs from the Councillor’s Office by transforming them into a public outdoor art display. These signs were previously used to promote community events in Stittsville and will now be upcycled to showcase artwork created by local kids and youth. The existing printed side of each sign will be covered and used as the artwork surface, supporting reuse and reinforcing the environmental values of Cleaning the Capital.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The showcase is open to all kids and youth in Stittsville, whether participating individually, with friends or family, or as part of a group or class. Artwork may include drawings, paintings, collages, or mixed‑media pieces and can reflect parks and green spaces, community pride and teamwork, recycling and reuse, or what a clean and caring community means to you.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">This initiative offers a fun and meaningful way for kids and youth to be part of Cleaning the Capital, even if they are not joining a cleanup. Through art, participants can help inspire environmental awareness, celebrate community pride, and show how much young people care about Stittsville and its future. We would love to see participation from kids and youth across every corner of the community. </span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
<p><b><span data-contrast="auto">Important dates </span></b><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<p><span data-contrast="auto">For artwork materials, pick‑up or drop‑off arrangements, or questions, please contact 613‑580‑2476 or </span><a href="mailto:Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca"><span data-contrast="none">Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca</span></a><span data-contrast="auto">. Please see the full guidelines </span><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Youth-Stittsville-Art-Showcasen-Participation-Guidelines.pdf"><span data-contrast="none">here</span></a><span data-contrast="auto"> for complete participation details.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></p>
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<h2>Grand ménage de la capitale : Exposition d’art jeunesse de Stittsville</h2>
<p>Dans le cadre de la campagne du Grand ménage de la capitale 2026, on invite les enfants et les jeunes de Stittsville à prendre part à une nouvelle initiative qui célèbre la créativité et la responsabilité environnementale : l’<strong>Exposition d’art jeunesse de Stittsville : Une communauté propre</strong>. Les œuvres d’art doivent être <strong>soumises d’ici le vendredi 15 mai</strong>, et toutes les œuvres seront présentées lors d’une exposition extérieure temporaire le long du Sentier transcanadien le dimanche 31 mai.</p>
<p>Cette année, nous voulons offrir une nouvelle vie aux enseignes-chevalets en coroplaste du Bureau du conseiller en les réutilisant pour présenter une exposition d’art publique extérieure. Ces enseignes-chevalets ont déjà été utilisées pour promouvoir des activités communautaires à Stittsville et seront maintenant recyclées de façon valorisante pour présenter des œuvres d’art créées par des enfants et des jeunes de la région. Le côté imprimé de chaque enseigne sera recouvert, puis utilisé comme surface d’œuvre, appuyant la réutilisation d’objets et renforçant les valeurs de protection de l’environnement du Grand ménage de la capitale.</p>
<p>L’exposition est ouverte à tous les enfants et tous les jeunes de Stittsville, que ce soit par une participation individuelle ou avec des amis ou la famille, ou même en groupe ou pas classe. Les créations peuvent comprendre des dessins, des peintures, des collages ou des œuvres de techniques mixtes; elles peuvent représenter les parcs et les espaces verts, la fierté communautaire et le travail d’équipe, le recyclage et la réutilisation, ou votre vision d’une communauté propre et bienveillante.</p>
<p>Cette initiative offre aux enfants et aux jeunes un moyen amusant et représentatif de participer au Grand ménage de la capitale, même s’ils n’ont pas pris part à un projet de nettoyage. Grâce à l’art, les participants peuvent aider à inciter la population à protéger l’environnement, à célébrer la fierté communautaire et à montrer la bienveillance des jeunes personnes envers Stittsville et son avenir. Nous espérons que les enfants et les jeunes des quatre coins de la communauté participeront à cette initiative.</p>
<p><strong>Dates importantes à retenir </strong></p>
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<li>Date limite pour la soumission d’œuvres d’art : Le vendredi 15 mai</li>
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<li>Exposition d’art à l’extérieur : Le dimanche 31 mai (heure à confirmer)</li>
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<p>Si vous avez des questions, voulez obtenir du matériel pour les œuvres ou prévoir une cueillette ou un dépôt, veuillez composer le 613‑580‑2476 ou envoyer un courriel à <a href="mailto:Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca">Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca</a>. Veuillez consulter les lignes directrices <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Youth-Stittsville-Art-Showcasen-Participation-Guidelines.pdf">ici</a> qui décrivent les détails pour la participation.</p>
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		<title>Here are the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Award nominees and recipients</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit  On Thursday, April 23 we celebrated dozens of volunteers at the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards. This year we had a record number of nominees in six categories – testament to the high level of involvement in our community. The annual awards are a tradition dating back nearly 40 years. Launched in [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>On Thursday, April 23 we celebrated dozens of volunteers at the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards. This year we had a record number of nominees in six categories – testament to the high level of involvement in our community.</p>
<p>The annual awards are a tradition dating back nearly 40 years. Launched in 1990 as the “Goulbourn Recognition Awards”, they were originally presented to residents in Stittsville, Richmond, Munster, Ashton, and the surrounding rural area. They continue to highlight the contributions of many outstanding Stittsville volunteers.</p>
<p>Thank you to Mayor Mark Sutcliffe for joining us, members of the Griffiths family, and friends, family and community members who joined us. Thank you as well to members of the Selection Committee for their valuable input and advice, and to my team for organizing the event.</p>
<p><em><strong>A little help goes a long way. Thank you for getting involved in your community!</strong></em></p>
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<li><a href="https://pres.isilive.ca/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2026">You can watch a video of the ceremony here</a>, courtesy of iSiLIVE</li>
<li>See below for a list of the nominees and recipients in each category</li>
<li>More photos will be posted soon!</li>
<li>Sign up to <a href="https://glengower.ca/volunteers/">Stittsville Volunteer Connection</a> for updates about opportunities in Stittsville</li>
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<p><strong><em>Photos by Barry Gray</em></strong></p>
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<h2>The Roger Griffiths Memorial Citizen of the Year Award</h2>
<p><em>Roger Griffiths was a leading citizen in our community who served as town councillor, president of the Legion, and a volunteer firefighter. This award is presented to an individual who best exemplifies leadership and long-standing commitment to volunteering and making a difference in our community.</em></p>
<div id="attachment_20767" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20767" class="wp-image-20767 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg" alt="Amir Siddiqi with Councillor Glen and Lynn Griffiths" width="1920" height="1429" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-1280x953.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-980x729.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-480x357.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20767" class="wp-caption-text">Councillor Glen, Amir Siddiqi, and Lynn Griffiths</p></div>
<p><strong>Amir Siddiqi (recipient)<br />
</strong>Amir Siddiqi is a dedicated community leader whose volunteer service has strengthened inclusion, connection, and civic engagement in Stittsville. As President of the Stittsville Muslim Association, he helped establish the first local congregational prayers in 2018 and guided the organization’s growth into a permanent community hub serving thousands of residents. Amir leads with vision and calm, building bridges across faiths and cultures, and fostering unity during challenging moments. Through programs, charitable initiatives, and large community gatherings, he encourages participation, belonging, and shared responsibility—helping make Stittsville a more welcoming and connected place to live.</p>
<p><strong>Barry Gorham<br />
</strong>Barry Gorham is a small business owner and a dedicated volunteer with the West Ottawa Ringette Association. A coach for nearly 20 years, he has made a significant impact on the growth of ringette in Ottawa’s west end. Barry has served on the Board of Directors for over a decade, coaches multiple teams each season, and mentors young athletes and coaches alike. His teams have competed at provincial and national levels, and he is a generous sponsor of ringette across the city.</p>
<p><strong>Nancy Oastler</strong><br />
Nancy is the driving force behind the community Facebook page Kanata/Stittsville and Surroundings Lost and Found Pets, dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families. Working tirelessly at all hours, she helps locate missing cats, dogs, rabbits, and other beloved animals. Her efforts fill a critical gap not formally provided by the City, mobilizing neighbours, sharing information quickly, and guiding distressed pet owners through next steps. Beyond logistics, Nancy offers reassurance, compassion, and hope during moments of panic and heartbreak. Through her dedication, countless families have been safely reunited with their pets, making a meaningful and lasting impact on the community.</p>
<p><strong>James Pole<br />
</strong>Through his leadership with 1st Stittsville Scouts, he has helped deliver safe, inclusive, and engaging programs for youth while strengthening connections across the community. As Group Commissioner, he provides collaborative, thoughtful leadership that supports and mentors volunteers, making service welcoming and meaningful. For over a decade, he has committed countless hours to planning, coordination, and problem‑solving, encouraging civic responsibility through youth‑led service projects, food drives, environmental partnerships, and community events. His work fosters confident, community‑minded young people and reinforces the idea that Stittsville is stronger when people show up for one another.</p>
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<h2>John Curry Memorial Youth of the Year Award</h2>
<p>Awarded to a young person who exemplifies leadership, inspires their peers and has made a significant contribution to the community through volunteer service. The award is named in honour of John Curry, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 75. John was a long-time newspaper writer and editor, history keeper, school board trustee, author, playwright, and volunteer. He served our community for nearly half a century with unwavering kindness and generosity.</p>
<div id="attachment_20857" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20857" class="size-full wp-image-20857" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Jen Bird accepted the award on behalf of her son Myles" width="1920" height="1771" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-1280x1181.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-980x904.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-480x443.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20857" class="wp-caption-text">Jen Bird accepted the award on behalf of her son Myles</p></div>
<p><strong>Myles Bird </strong>(recipient)<em><br />
</em>Myles is an outstanding young leader whose volunteer service, technical skill, and integrity have made a meaningful impact in Stittsville. A Grade 11 student at South Carleton High School, he has been involved in 1st Stittsville Scouting since 2014 and now serves as a Youth Scouter with Maple Colony and President of his Venturer Company. Myles also volunteers with the Scouts Canada Museum, supports Jamboree on the Air, and contributes to emergency preparedness communications as a licensed amateur radio operator. Myles leads through service and example, inspiring youth and peers alike.</p>
<p><strong>Lukas Fetzner<br />
</strong>Lukas is an exceptional young volunteer who has made a meaningful impact through his work with Pathway Jiu Jitsu and the Wrestling Club at Sacred Heart High School. Far exceeding his required volunteer hours, Lukas dedicates his time to mentoring young athletes in wrestling and jiu jitsu—sports that support youth who may struggle with traditional team environments. He leads with patience, empathy, and strong rapport, inspiring confidence and kindness in children as young as five. Lukas demonstrates maturity, leadership, and a deep commitment to strengthening Stittsville’s community through sport and service.</p>
<p><strong>Veronica Peniak<br />
</strong>Veronica has shown exceptional dedication to the Stittsville community through her volunteer service at the Goulbourn Museum. Over the past two years, she has contributed more than 250 hours supporting public programs, youth education, and major community events such as Doors Open Ottawa. Her creative efforts include crafting hundreds of handmade poppies and ornaments that enhance Museum celebrations. A quiet but reliable leader, Veronica consistently goes above and beyond to ensure each program’s success. She helps create welcoming spaces that foster learning, remembrance, and community pride.</p>
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<h2>Senior of the Year</h2>
<p>Awarded in recognition of a senior citizen who has made a significant and long-standing contribution to our community.   <strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>John Bottriell </strong>(recipient)<strong><br />
</strong>Since 1977, John has been a dedicated volunteer with the Goulbourn Township Historical Society, organizing events, preserving local history through photography, and digitizing family records. As long-time Treasurer, webmaster, and newsletter editor, since 2020 he has also managed the Society’s social media and curated historical displays at the Stittsville Library. He is also a member of St. Thomas Anglican Church in Stittsville, contributing to community dinners, fundraising events, and outreach initiatives like the 2022 virtual art auction for Water First. His photography has captured countless moments, including the iconic image of the last train through Stittsville in 1990.</p>
<p><strong>Jocelyne Sauvé</strong><br />
Jocelyne is a wonderful example of active, welcoming community involvement in Stittsville. A long-time volunteer, she has served as President of the Stittsville Friendship Club for five years, while also leading the Membership Committee and co-chairing the Bridge Club. Jocelyne is known for creating an inviting atmosphere where newcomers feel immediately included, remembering names and greeting everyone with warmth. Since retiring, she has remained deeply engaged in community life, giving generously of her time and energy. Kind, dedicated, and approachable, Jocelyne truly embodies vibrant living and is highly deserving of recognition for her service.</p>
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<h2>Teacher of the Year</h2>
<p>Awarded in recognition of an outstanding teacher who goes above and beyond to support and inspire students in our community.</p>
<div id="attachment_20858" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20858" class="size-full wp-image-20858" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026. Erin Duncan accepts her award" width="1920" height="2005" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-1280x1337.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-980x1023.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-480x501.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20858" class="wp-caption-text">Erin Duncan accepts her award</p></div>
<p><strong>Erin Duncan </strong>(recipient)<br />
Erin is an exceptional advocate for inclusive education at Sacred Heart High School. As a leader in the Grade 7/8 Inclusion Resource Room, she is committed to ensuring students with special needs feel valued, supported, and fully included in school life. Erin approaches inclusion as a philosophy, collaborating closely with teachers, Educational Assistants, and families to create meaningful, individualized supports. She extends learning beyond the classroom through accessible trips and community-based experiences, ensuring no student is left behind. Known for her compassion, coordination, and positive spirit, Erin’s dedication strengthens students, families, and the entire school community.</p>
<p><strong>Lisa Gaudet</strong><br />
Lisa is an exceptional educator at A. Lorne Cassidy Elementary School whose kindness, dedication, and skill have made a lasting impact on young learners and their families. A beloved Kindergarten teacher, she creates warm, structured, and inclusive classrooms where children feel safe, supported, and eager to learn. Through play-based learning, early literacy instruction, and thoughtful routines, she helps students build confidence and respect for others. Lisa consistently goes beyond expectations, maintaining strong connections with families and ensuring every child can succeed—even in challenging circumstances.</p>
<p><strong>Danny Grills</strong><br />
Danny is a cornerstone of Sacred Heart High School and the local sports community. He brings his passion and leadership to the Outdoor Education program, guiding students from local canoe trips to international expeditions, always creating safe spaces for growth and discovery. Beyond the classroom, Danny coaches multiple school teams, including wrestling, mountain biking, hockey, and lacrosse. He also volunteers extensively in community sports for his children. Known for his students-first philosophy, warmth, and quick wit, Danny builds character, confidence, and resilience in every student and athlete he mentors.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Peter Henderson </strong><br />
Peter is a dedicated educator with nearly 35 years of experience, including two decades at the Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate Program in Stittsville. With a master’s degree in educational counselling and experience teaching in British Columbia, Newfoundland, and New Zealand, Peter champions student well-being, mental health, and academic success. Known for his compassion and balance of support and accountability, he is a trusted mentor for students facing complex challenges. Peter also leads equity initiatives, supporting one of the school board’s largest diversity clubs, and teaches guidance qualifications through Queen’s University—helping shape both students and future teachers.</p>
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<h2>Group of the Year</h2>
<p>Awarded to a group of citizens who are working together to make a difference in the community.</p>
<div id="attachment_20859" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20859" class="size-full wp-image-20859" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Members of the West Carleton Country Knitters accept their award" width="1920" height="1198" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-1280x799.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-980x612.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-480x300.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20859" class="wp-caption-text">Members of the West Carleton Country Knitters accept their award</p></div>
<p><strong>West Carleton Country Knitters </strong>(recipient)<br />
Founded in 2009 by five women this group has grown into six groups across West Ottawa, uniting knitters and crocheters to support those in need including many volunteers in Stittsville. Using donated yarn, members create blankets, clothing, accessories, and comfort items for local charities. In the last season alone, over 6,600 handmade items were donated, with 2,549 items already given by the South Group this year. Through collaboration, volunteer engagement, youth involvement, and community partnerships, they exemplify generosity, teamwork, and compassionate community service.</p>
<p><strong>Bungalows of Edenwylde Interim Advisory Committee<br />
</strong>This is a dedicated group of 16 volunteers who, despite barely knowing one another a year ago, successfully opened and operationalized the community building for 127 homeowners. In just eight months, they furnished and equipped the facility, established access systems, and launched inclusive weekly programs and major community events. They also introduced fitness classes, a foot care clinic, creative workshops, and facility rentals, while beautifying the grounds. Through teamwork, fundraising, and vision, they transformed a building into a vibrant, connected community hub.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Friends of the Ottawa Public Library Stittsville Branch<br />
</strong>Friends of the Ottawa Public Library is a volunteer network that raises vital funds by selling donated used books at library branches across Ottawa, generating nearly half-a-million dollars annually. At the Stittsville branch, Carol Shepherd and about 10 dedicated volunteers accept donations, stock shelves, and promote literacy through affordable book sales. Each month, over $1,000 from Stittsville sales supports library programs, technology, and furnishings. Their friendly, committed service makes reading accessible while strengthening our local library and community.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun<br />
</strong>This volunteer-led initiative has brought energy, connection, and joy to the community. After over a year of planning—navigating logistics, city regulations, and parkrun requirements—the event launched in May 2024. Since then, they’ve dedicated countless hours each week to trail prep, volunteer coordination, and post-run gatherings, all to create a welcoming space for runners of all ages. There are now at least three dozen dedicated volunteers who assist with this weekly run, and they’ll celebrate their second anniversary on Saturday, May 2nd.</p>
<p><strong>Staff at Maplewood Secondary School</strong><br />
Since opening in Fall 2024 as Stittsville’s first public high school, the staff at Maplewood have made an extraordinary impact. From the custodial and office staff to teachers, support staff, and administration, they worked collectively to build a welcoming, inclusive culture from the ground up. Staff established traditions, extracurricular programs, and strong community connections, including sports, arts, clubs, and local events. Through extensive volunteerism, leadership, and teamwork, they transformed a new building into a vibrant community hub that inspires student pride, engagement, and lasting civic connection in Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church </strong><br />
This church community exemplifies outstanding compassion, inclusion, and civic leadership. Led by Rev. Doug Kendall, they actively support people of all faiths. For example, assisting the Stittsville Muslim Association by providing free parking, hall space, and ongoing participation in community events. The church consistently champions First Nations, Inuit, Métis peoples, visible minorities, and the LGBTQ community. Through youth initiatives, camps, and outreach, they foster belonging, positive values, and support for neighbors in need well beyond their congregation members.</p>
<p><strong>St. Stephen’s Parent Committee<br />
</strong>The parent volunteers at St. Stephen’s play a vital, often unseen role in building a strong, caring school community. For years, they have generously given their time to organize enriching activities such as movie nights, special lunches, outdoor trips, neighbourhood walks, lost‑and‑found coordination, and playground improvements. They also keep families informed and connected, and their commitment creates lasting memories for students and strengthens the entire Stittsville school community.</p>
<p><strong>St. Thomas Anglican Church Women<br />
</strong>This group operates the Clothing Cupboard in partnership with the Stittsville Food Bank to meet two basic community needs: food and clothing. Since February 2024, they have collected nearly-new clothing year-round, sorted and stored it weekly, and sold items for $1 to ensure affordability. Proceeds are donated directly to the Food Bank. Run entirely by dedicated volunteers who manage setup, sales, and storage without a permanent space, this initiative has grown through strong community support. Their tireless efforts provide dignity, access, and essential support to those in need.</p>
<p><strong>West Side Pride<br />
</strong>This is a grassroots organization entering its fourth year of hosting a welcoming, inclusive, and family-friendly Pride festival in Stittsville. The festival celebrates the LGBTQ+ community and allies while strengthening community connection for all residents. It provides a safe space, connects people with local resources, and offers meaningful volunteer opportunities for youth and adults. At a time when division and misinformation are prevalent, West Side Pride fosters understanding, belonging, and community growth, making it a vital and deserving organization for recognition.</p>
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<h2>Business of the Year</h2>
<p>Awarded to a local business that goes above and beyond to support the community and make it a better place in which to live.</p>
<div id="attachment_20860" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20860" class="size-full wp-image-20860" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Fred Orr accepts his award from Councillor Glen and Adriana Galan, representing the Stittsville Business Association. " width="1920" height="1228" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-1280x819.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-980x627.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-480x307.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20860" class="wp-caption-text">Fred Orr accepts his award from Councillor Glen and Adriana Galan, representing the Stittsville Business Association.</p></div>
<p><strong>Orr Motors </strong>(recipient)<strong><br />
</strong>Established in 1962, Orr Motors is a long-standing and trusted part of the Stittsville community. Under the leadership of owner Fred Orr, the business measures success not only by performance, but by its positive impact on residents and local causes. Over decades, they’ve provided ongoing support to organizations including the Stittsville Food Bank, Kiwanis Club, Lions Club, Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and the Stittsville Business Association. Their sustained generosity, leadership, and community partnership exemplify the spirit of Stittsville volunteerism.</p>
<p><strong>De Sa Construction Group<br />
</strong>De Sa has made a meaningful impact in Stittsville through generosity, volunteerism, and community-building. Their initiatives include providing free garden plots and supplies at Florish Gardens, supporting student gardening and food‑drive incentives at Guardian Angels Catholic Elementary School, donating to the Stittsville Food Bank, hosting free family events, running food and pumpkin drives, and transporting large food donations. The organization consistently brings residents, youth, and local partners together to strengthen community connections and support those in need.</p>
<p><strong>iSiLIVE<br />
</strong>Founded in 1997, iSiLIVE is a Stittsville‑based leader in digital broadcasting and virtual events, recognized in 2024 as North America’s top virtual event provider. iSiLIVE has generously used its expertise to serve the community, including coverage of West Ottawa Ringette games, expanding exposure for local female athletes. And in 2024 and 2025, iSiLIVE transformed the Stittsville Parade of Lights into a professional live broadcast, donating significant resources and hundreds of volunteer hours. Their work elevates community connection and access across Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>Mandeep Basra<br />
</strong>Mandeep is an Ottawa real estate broker who is very involved in the community. He has organized cultural events and festivals that promote diversity and unity within the community. He supports newcomers, helping them integrate into the community and navigate the challenges of settling in a new place. He also participates in Langar for Hunger and Canadian Blood Services demonstrating his commitment to addressing social issues and supporting essential healthcare services.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17018" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg" alt="Stittsville Volunteer Awards / Prix de reconnaissance des bénévoles de Stittsville" width="2400" height="970" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg 2400w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-1280x517.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-980x396.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-480x194.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2400px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<div id="attachment_20855" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20855" class="wp-image-20855 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Kat Krumova sang O Canada" width="1920" height="1230" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-1280x820.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-980x628.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-480x307.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20855" class="wp-caption-text">Kat Krumova sang O Canada</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20856" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20856" class="wp-image-20856 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Mayor Mark Sutcliffe stopped in on his way to the Sens game and gave opening remarks to thank volunteers for their outstanding service." width="1920" height="1401" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-1280x934.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-980x715.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-480x350.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20856" class="wp-caption-text">Mayor Mark Sutcliffe stopped in on his way to the Sens game and gave opening remarks to thank volunteers for their outstanding service.</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20861" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20861" class="wp-image-20861 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Lynn Griffiths talked about her father's volunteer contributions to the community, and how this year's nominees are carrying on his tradition of service." width="1920" height="1303" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-1280x869.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-980x665.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-480x326.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20861" class="wp-caption-text">Lynn Griffiths talked about her father&#8217;s volunteer contributions to the community, and how this year&#8217;s nominees are carrying on his tradition of service.</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20862" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20862" class="wp-image-20862 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Over 100 people attended the ceremony, including past recipients, nominees, friends, families, and community leaders." width="1920" height="1164" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-1280x776.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-980x594.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-480x291.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20862" class="wp-caption-text">Over 100 people attended the ceremony, including past recipients, nominees, friends, families, and community leaders.</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20863" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20863" class="wp-image-20863 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Lynn Griffiths congratulates Amir Siddiqi " width="1920" height="1232" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-1280x821.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-980x629.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-480x308.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20863" class="wp-caption-text">Lynn Griffiths congratulates Amir Siddiqi</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20864" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20864" class="wp-image-20864 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Group photo of the award recipients" width="1920" height="1146" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-1280x764.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-980x585.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-480x287.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20864" class="wp-caption-text">2026 award recipients</p></div>
<div id="attachment_20854" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20854" class="wp-image-20854 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Team Stittsville: Aline, Mandy, Sue, Glen, Kera, Marlova, Bob" width="1920" height="1237" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-1280x825.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-980x631.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-480x309.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20854" class="wp-caption-text">Team Stittsville: Aline, Mandy, Sue, Glen, Kera, Marlova, Bob</p></div>
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<h2>Voici les personnes mises en candidature et les lauréats des Prix de reconnaissance des bénévoles de Stittsville 2026</h2>
<p>Le jeudi 23 avril, nous avons célébré des dizaines de bénévoles lors de la cérémonie des Prix de reconnaissance des bénévoles de Stittsville 2026. Cette année, nous avons reçu un nombre record de candidatures dans six catégories – preuve du haut niveau d’engagement dans notre communauté.</p>
<p>Ces prix annuels sont une tradition qui remonte à près de 40 ans. Lancés en 1990 sous le nom de « Goulbourn Recognition Awards », ils étaient à l’origine remis aux résidents de Stittsville, Richmond, Munster, Ashton et des régions rurales environnantes. Ils continuent de mettre en lumière les contributions de nombreux bénévoles exceptionnels de Stittsville.</p>
<p>Merci au maire Mark Sutcliffe de s’être joint à nous, aux membres de la famille Griffiths, ainsi qu’aux amis, membres de la famille et de la communauté qui se sont réunis avec nous. Merci aussi aux membres du comité de sélection pour leurs précieux conseils et contributions, ainsi qu’à mon équipe pour l’organisation de l’événement.</p>
<p><strong><em>Un peu d’aide peut changer bien des vies! Merci d’apporter votre contribution à votre communauté!</em></strong></p>
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<li><a href="https://pres.isilive.ca/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2026">Vous pouvez regarder une vidéo de la cérémonie ici</a>, gracieusement fournie par iSiLIVE</li>
<li>Voir ci-dessous la liste des personnes mises en candidature et les récipiendaires dans chaque catégorie</li>
<li>D’autres photos seront bientôt publiées!</li>
<li>Inscrivez-vous à la <a href="https://glengower.ca/volunteers/">Filière bénévole de Stittsville</a> pour des mises à jour sur les occasions à Stittsville</li>
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<p><strong><em>Photos de Barry Gray</em></strong></p>
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<h3>Prix commémoratif Roger Griffiths – Résident de l’année</h3>
<p><em>Roger Griffiths était un citoyen éminent de notre communauté. Il a occupé le poste de conseiller municipal, de président de la Légion et de pompier volontaire. Ce prix est remis à une personne qui incarne le mieux le leadership et l’engagement de longue date envers le bénévolat et la contribution à notre communauté.</em></p>
<div id="attachment_20767" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20767" class="wp-image-20767 size-full" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg" alt="Amir Siddiqi with Councillor Glen and Lynn Griffiths" width="1920" height="1429" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-1280x953.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-980x729.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/amir-siddiqi-480x357.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20767" class="wp-caption-text">Conseiller Glen, Amir Siddiqi et Lynn Griffiths</p></div>
<p><strong>Amir Siddiqi (récipiendaire)<br />
</strong>Amir Siddiqi est un leader communautaire dévoué dont le bénévolat a renforcé l’inclusion, l’établissement de liens et l’engagement civique à Stittsville. En tant que président de l’Association musulmane de Stittsville, il a contribué à mettre en place les premières prières locales de la congrégation en 2018 et a guidé la croissance de l’organisation vers un centre communautaire permanent desservant des milliers de résidents. Amir dirige avec vision et calme, construisant des ponts entre les croyances et les cultures, et favorisant l’unité lors des moments difficiles. Par le biais de programmes, d’initiatives caritatives et de grands rassemblements communautaires, il encourage la participation, l’appartenance et la responsabilité partagée — contribuant à faire de Stittsville un endroit plus accueillant et connecté où vivre.</p>
<p><strong>Barry Gorham<br />
</strong>Barry Gorham est propriétaire d’une petite entreprise et un bénévole dévoué de l’Association de ringuette d’Ottawa-Ouest. Entraîneur depuis près de 20 ans, il a eu un impact important sur la croissance de la ringuette dans l’ouest d’Ottawa. Barry siège au Conseil d’administration depuis plus de dix ans, entraîne plusieurs équipes chaque saison et encadre autant les jeunes athlètes que les entraîneurs. Ses équipes ont concouru aux niveaux provincial et national, et il est un généreux commanditaire de la ringuette partout dans la ville.</p>
<p><strong>Nancy Oastler<br />
</strong>Nancy est le moteur derrière la page Facebook communautaire Kanata/Stittsville and Surroundings Lost and Found Pets, dont le but est de réunir les animaux perdus avec leurs familles. Travaillant sans relâche et à toute heure, elle aide à retrouver les chats, chiens, lapins et autres animaux adorés disparus. Ses efforts comblent le fossé critique d’un service qui n’est pas officiellement fourni par la Ville, mobilisant les voisins, partageant rapidement l’information et guidant les propriétaires d’animaux en détresse dans les prochaines étapes. Au-delà de la logistique, Nancy offre réconfort, compassion et espoir lors de ces moments de panique et de chagrin. Grâce à son dévouement, d’innombrables familles ont été réunies de façon sécuritaire avec leurs animaux de compagnie, ayant un impact significatif et durable sur la communauté.</p>
<p><strong>James Pole<br />
</strong>Grâce à son leadership avec le 1<sup>er</sup> groupe scout de Stittsville, il a contribué à offrir des programmes sécuritaires, inclusifs et engageants pour les jeunes tout en renforçant les liens dans toute la communauté. En tant que commissaire de groupe, il offre un leadership collaboratif et réfléchi qui soutient et encadre les bénévoles, rendant le service accueillant et significatif. Depuis plus de dix ans, il consacre d’innombrables heures à la planification, à la coordination et à la résolution de problèmes, encourageant la responsabilité civique grâce à des projets de services menés par les jeunes, des collectes de denrées alimentaires, des partenariats environnementaux et des événements communautaires. Son travail favorise la confiance chez les jeunes qui sont engagés dans la communauté, et renforce l’idée que Stittsville est plus forte lorsque les gens se soutiennent les uns les autres.</p>
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<h3>Prix commémoratif John Curry – Jeune de l’année</h3>
<p>Ce prix est décerné à un jeune qui fait preuve de leadership, qui inspire ses pairs et qui a apporté une contribution importante à la communauté au moyen du bénévolat. Le prix est nommé en l’honneur du regretté John Curry, décédé en 2022 à l’âge de 75 ans. John a longtemps été rédacteur et éditeur de journaux, gardien de l’histoire, conseiller scolaire, auteur, dramaturge, ainsi que bénévole. Il a servi notre communauté pendant près d’un demi-siècle avec une gentillesse et une générosité à toute épreuve.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-20857" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Jen Bird accepted the award on behalf of her son Myles" width="1920" height="1771" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-1280x1181.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-980x904.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-36-480x443.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>Myles Bird </strong>(récipiendaire)<br />
Myles est un jeune leader exceptionnel dont le bénévolat, les compétences techniques et l’intégrité ont eu un impact significatif à Stittsville. Élève de 11<sup>e</sup> année à l’école secondaire South Carleton, il s’implique avec le 1<sup>er</sup> groupe de scouts de Stittsville depuis 2014 et il est maintenant animateur scout avec la colonie Maple et président de son groupe des Pionniers. Myles fait également du bénévolat au Musée national de Scouts Canada, soutient le Jamboree on the Air et contribue aux communications de préparation aux situations d’urgence en tant qu’opérateur radio-amateur agréé. Myles donne l’exemple par le service, inspirant autant les jeunes que ses pairs.</p>
<p><strong>Lukas Fetzner<br />
</strong>Lukas est un jeune bénévole exceptionnel qui a eu un impact significatif grâce à son travail avec Pathway Jiu Jitsu et le club de lutte de l’école secondaire Sacred Heart. Bien au-delà de ses heures de bénévolat requises, Lukas consacre son temps à encadrer de jeunes athlètes en lutte et jiu-jitsu — des sports qui soutiennent les jeunes qui peuvent avoir des difficultés dans les environnements d’équipe traditionnels. Il dirige avec patience, empathie et en créant un lien fort, inspirant confiance et gentillesse chez les enfants dès l’âge de cinq ans. Lukas fait preuve de maturité, de leadership et d’un engagement profond à renforcer la communauté de Stittsville par le sport et le service.</p>
<p><strong>Veronica Peniak<br />
</strong>Veronica a fait preuve d’un dévouement exceptionnel envers la communauté de Stittsville grâce à son engagement bénévole au Musée Goulbourn. Au cours des deux dernières années, elle a consacré plus de 250 heures à soutenir des programmes publics, l’éducation des jeunes et d’importants événements communautaires tels que Portes ouvertes Ottawa. Ses efforts créatifs incluent la création de centaines de coquelicots faits main et de décorations qui enrichissent les célébrations du musée. Leader discrète mais fiable, Veronica va constamment au-delà des attentes pour assurer le succès de chaque programme. Elle contribue à créer des espaces accueillants qui favorisent l’apprentissage, le souvenir et la fierté communautaire.</p>
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<h3>Prix de l’aîné de l’année</h3>
<p>Décerné en reconnaissance d’une personne aînée qui a apporté une contribution importante et de longue date à notre communauté.</p>
<p><strong>John Bottriell </strong>(récipiendaire)<br />
Depuis 1977, John est un bénévole dévoué au sein de la Société historique du canton de Goulbourn, où il organise des événements, préserve l’histoire locale par la photographie et numérise des archives familiales. En tant que trésorier, webmestre et rédacteur en chef du bulletin de longue date, il gère également depuis 2020 les médias sociaux de la Société et organise des expositions historiques à la bibliothèque de Stittsville. Membre de l’église anglicane St. Thomas à Stittsville, il contribue aux repas communautaires, aux collectes de fonds et à diverses initiatives de sensibilisation comme la vente aux enchères virtuelles d’œuvres d’art en 2022 au profit de Water First. Il a immortalisé par ses photographies d’innombrables moments, dont l’image emblématique du dernier train traversant Stittsville en 1990.</p>
<p><strong>Jocelyne Sauvé<br />
</strong>Jocelyne est un excellent exemple d’engagement communautaire actif et chaleureux à Stittsville. Bénévole de longue date, elle a été présidente du Coin amical de Stittsville pendant cinq ans, tout en dirigeant le comité des membres et en coprésidant le Club de bridge. Jocelyne est reconnue pour créer une atmosphère accueillante où les nouveaux venus se sentent immédiatement inclus, se rappelant les noms et accueillant tout le monde avec chaleur. Depuis sa retraite, elle est restée profondément engagée dans la vie communautaire, donnant généreusement de son temps et de son énergie. Gentille, dévouée et accessible, Jocelyne incarne véritablement la vitalité et mérite grandement d’être reconnue pour son service.</p>
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<h3>Enseignant de l’année</h3>
<p>Décerné en reconnaissance d’un enseignant exceptionnel qui va au-delà des attentes pour soutenir et inspirer les élèves de notre communauté.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-20858" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026. Erin Duncan accepts her award" width="1920" height="2005" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-1280x1337.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-980x1023.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-37-480x501.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>Erin Duncan </strong>(récipiendaire)<br />
Erin est une défenseure exceptionnelle de l’éducation inclusive à la Sacred Heart High School. En tant que leader du centre de ressources pour l’inclusion des élèves de 7<sup>e</sup> et 8<sup>e</sup> année, elle s’engage à s’assurer que les élèves ayant des besoins particuliers se sentent valorisés, soutenus et pleinement intégrés à la vie scolaire. Erin aborde l’inclusion comme une philosophie, collaborant étroitement avec les enseignants et les enseignantes, les aides-enseignants et les aides-enseignantes et les familles pour créer un soutien significatif et individualisé. Elle prolonge l’apprentissage au-delà de la classe grâce à des voyages accessibles et des expériences communautaires, s’assurant qu’aucun élève ne soit laissé pour compte. Reconnue pour sa compassion, sa coordination et son esprit positif, le dévouement d’Erin renforce les élèves, les familles et toute la communauté scolaire.</p>
<p><strong>Lisa Gaudet<br />
</strong>Lisa est une enseignante exceptionnelle à l’école primaire A. Lorne Casssidy, dont la gentillesse, le dévouement et les compétences ont laissé un impact durable sur les jeunes apprenants et leurs familles. Enseignante de maternelle très appréciée, elle crée des classes chaleureuses, structurées et inclusives où les enfants se sentent en sécurité, soutenus et sont désireux d’apprendre. Grâce à l’apprentissage par le jeu, à l’enseignement précoce de la littératie et à des routines réfléchies, elle aide les élèves à développer leur confiance en soi et le respect des autres. Lisa va toujours au-delà des attentes, maintenant des liens solides avec les familles et s’assurant que chaque enfant puisse réussir — même dans des circonstances difficiles.</p>
<p><strong>Danny Grills<br />
</strong>Danny est un pilier de la Sacred Heart High School et de la communauté sportive locale. Il apporte sa passion et son leadership au programme de plein air, guidant les élèves d’excursions locales en canot à des expéditions internationales, créant toujours des espaces sécuritaires de croissance et de découverte. Au-delà de la salle de classe, Danny entraîne plusieurs équipes scolaires, dont celle de lutte, de vélo de montagne, de hockey et de crosse. Il fait aussi beaucoup de bénévolat dans les sports communautaires pour ses enfants. Reconnu pour sa philosophie qui donne priorité aux étudiants, sa chaleur et son esprit vif, Danny forge le caractère, la confiance et la résilience chez chaque élève et athlète qu’il encadre.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Peter Henderson<br />
</strong>Peter est un éducateur dévoué avec près de 35 ans d’expérience, dont deux décennies au Programme secondaire alternatif Frederick Banting à Stittsville. Avec une maîtrise en counseling éducatif et une expérience dans l’enseignement en Colombie-Britannique, à Terre-Neuve et en Nouvelle-Zélande, Peter défend le bien-être des élèves, la santé mentale et la réussite académique. Reconnu pour sa compassion et son équilibre entre soutien et responsabilité, il est un mentor de confiance pour les étudiants confrontés à des défis complexes. Peter dirige aussi des initiatives d’équité, soutenant l’un des plus grands clubs de diversité du conseil scolaire, et enseigne les qualifications en orientation à l’Université Queen’s — contribuant à façonner à la fois les élèves et les futurs enseignants.</p>
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<h3>Groupe de l’année</h3>
<p>Décerné à un groupe de résidents qui travaillent ensemble pour changer les choses dans la communauté.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-20859" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Members of the West Carleton Country Knitters accept their award" width="1920" height="1198" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-1280x799.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-980x612.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-38-480x300.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>West Carleton Country Knitters </strong>(récipiendaire)<br />
Fondé en 2009 par cinq femmes, ce groupe s’est développé en six groupes partout à Ottawa-Ouest, unissant tricoteuses et crocheteuses pour soutenir les personnes dans le besoin, y compris de nombreux bénévoles à Stittsville. En utilisant de la laine et du fil donnés, les membres créent des couvertures, des vêtements, des accessoires et des articles de confort pour des organismes de bienfaisance locaux. Rien que lors de la dernière saison, plus de 6 600 articles faits à la main ont été donnés, avec 2 549 articles déjà donnés par le Groupe Sud cette année. Par la collaboration, l’engagement bénévole, l’implication des jeunes et les partenariats communautaires, ils incarnent la générosité, le travail d’équipe et le service communautaire compatissant.</p>
<p><strong>Comité consultatif intérimaire des Bungalows of Edenwylde<br />
</strong>Il s’agit d’un groupe dévoué de 16 bénévoles qui, bien qu’ils se connaissaient à peine il y a un an, ont réussi à ouvrir et à mettre en service le bâtiment communautaire pour 127 propriétaires. En seulement huit mois, ils ont aménagé et équipé l’installation, mis en place des systèmes d’accès et lancé des programmes hebdomadaires inclusifs ainsi que d’importants événements communautaires. Ils ont aussi instauré des cours de conditionnement physique, une clinique de soins des pieds, des ateliers créatifs et des locations d’installations, tout en embellissant le terrain. Grâce au travail d’équipe, à des collectes de fonds et à une vision, ils ont transformé un bâtiment en un centre communautaire dynamique et connecté.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Amis de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa, Succursale Stittsville<br />
</strong>Les Amis de la Bibliothèque publique d’Ottawa est un réseau de bénévoles qui recueille des fonds essentiels en vendant des livres d’occasion dans les succursales de la bibliothèque d’Ottawa, générant près d’un demi-million de dollars par année. À la succursale de Stittsville, Carol Shepherd et une dizaine de bénévoles dévoués acceptent les dons, approvisionnent les étagères et promeuvent l’alphabétisation grâce à des ventes de livres abordables. Chaque mois, plus de 1 000 $ provenant des ventes à Stittsville soutiennent les programmes de la bibliothèque, la technologie et le mobilier. Leur service amical et engagé rend la lecture accessible tout en renforçant notre bibliothèque locale et notre communauté.<strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun</strong><strong><br />
</strong>Cette initiative menée par des bénévoles a insufflé énergie, sentiment d’appartenance et joie au sein de la communauté. Après plus d’un an de planification, entre gestion de la logistique, des règlements municipaux et des exigences de la course à pied, l’événement a été lancé en mai 2024. Depuis, les organisateurs consacrent chaque semaine d’innombrables heures à l’entretien des sentiers, à la coordination des bénévoles et aux rencontres après les courses, afin d’offrir un espace accueillant aux coureurs de tous âges. Il y a maintenant au moins trois douzaines de bénévoles dévoués qui aident lors de cette course hebdomadaire, et ils célébreront leur deuxième anniversaire le samedi 2 mai.</p>
<p><strong>Personnel de l’école secondaire Maplewood<br />
</strong>Depuis son ouverture à l’automne 2024 en tant que première école secondaire publique de Stittsville, le personnel de l’école Maplewood a eu un impact extraordinaire. Du personnel d’entretien et de bureau aux enseignants, au personnel de soutien à l’administration, ils ont travaillé collectivement pour bâtir une culture accueillante et inclusive dès le début. Le personnel a mis en place des traditions, des programmes parascolaires et des liens communautaires solides, y compris les sports, les arts, les clubs et les événements locaux. Grâce à du bénévolat intensif, du leadership et du travail d’équipe, ils ont transformé un nouveau bâtiment en un centre communautaire dynamique qui inspire la fierté étudiante, l’engagement et un lien civique durable à Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>Église presbytérienne St. Andrew’s<br />
</strong>Cette communauté ecclésiale est un exemple remarquable de compassion, d’inclusion et de leadership civique. Sous la direction du révérend Doug Kendall, ils soutiennent activement les personnes de toutes confessions. Par exemple, en aidant l’Association musulmane de Stittsville en offrant du stationnement gratuit, des salles et une participation continue à des événements communautaires. L’église défend constamment les Premières Nations, les Inuits, les Métis, les minorisés et la communauté LGBTQ. Par le biais d’initiatives jeunesse, de camps et d’activités de sensibilisation, ils favorisent l’appartenance, les valeurs positives et le soutien aux voisins dans le besoin, bien au-delà des membres de leur congrégation.</p>
<p><strong>Comité de parents de St. Stephen<br />
</strong>Les parents bénévoles de St. Stephen jouent un rôle vital, souvent invisible, dans le développement d’une communauté scolaire forte et bienveillante. Pendant des années, ils ont généreusement donné de leur temps pour organiser des activités enrichissantes telles que des soirées cinéma, des dîners spéciaux, des sorties en plein air, des promenades de quartier, la coordination des objets perdus et l’amélioration des terrains de jeux. Ils gardent aussi les familles informées et connectées, et leur engagement crée des souvenirs durables pour les élèves et renforce toute la communauté scolaire de Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>Femmes de l’église anglicane St. Thomas<br />
</strong>Ce groupe gère l’armoire à vêtements en partenariat avec la banque alimentaire de Stittsville afin de répondre à deux besoins fondamentaux de la communauté : la nourriture et les vêtements. Depuis février 2024, ils recueillent des vêtements presque neufs tout au long de l’année, les trient et les entreposent chaque semaine, et vendent des articles pour 1 $ afin d’en assurer l’accessibilité. Les recettes sont versées directement à la banque alimentaire. Gérée entièrement par des bénévoles dévoués qui gèrent l’installation, la vente et l’entreposage sans espace permanent, cette initiative a grandi grâce à un solide soutien communautaire. Leurs efforts acharnés offrent la dignité, l’accès et le soutien essentiel à ceux qui en ont besoin.</p>
<p><strong>Fierté du côté ouest<br />
</strong>Il s’agit d’un organisme populaire qui en est à sa quatrième année à l’organisation d’un Festival de la Fierté accueillant, inclusif et familial à Stittsville. Le festival célèbre la communauté LGBTQ+ et ses alliés tout en renforçant les liens communautaires pour tous les résidents. Il offre un espace sécuritaire, des occasions significatives de bénévolat pour les jeunes et les adultes et connecte les gens aux ressources locales. À une époque où la division et la désinformation sont répandues, la Fierté du côté ouest favorise la compréhension, l’appartenance et la croissance communautaire, ce qui en fait une organisation vitale et qui mérite d’être reconnue.</p>
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<h3>Entreprise de l’année</h3>
<p>Ce prix est décerné à une entreprise locale qui se surpasse afin de soutenir la communauté et d’en faire un endroit où il fait bon vivre.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-full wp-image-20860" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026: Fred Orr accepts his award from Councillor Glen and Adriana Galan, representing the Stittsville Business Association." width="1920" height="1228" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-1280x819.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-980x627.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-39-480x307.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
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<p><strong>Orr Motors </strong>(récipiendaire)<br />
Fondée en 1962, Orr Motors est un pilier de longue date et de confiance de la communauté de Stittsville. Sous la direction du propriétaire Fred Orr, l’entreprise mesure le succès non seulement par la performance, mais aussi par son impact positif sur les résidents et les causes locales. Au fil des décennies, elle a offert un soutien continu à des organismes tels que la Banque alimentaire de Stittsville, le Club Kiwanis, le Club Lions, le Centre de ressources communautaires d’Ottawa-Ouest, la Fondation Rêves d’enfant et la Stittsville Business Association. Sa générosité soutenue, son leadership et son partenariat communautaire illustrent l’esprit du bénévolat de Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>De Sa Construction Group<br />
</strong>De Sa a eu un impact significatif à Stittsville grâce à la générosité, le bénévolat et le développement communautaire. Ses initiatives comprennent la fourniture gratuite de lots à jardiner et de matériel de jardin à Florish Gardens, le soutien des élèves aux incitatifs pour le jardinage et la collecte de denrées alimentaires à l’école élémentaire catholique Guardian Angels, les dons à la banque alimentaire de Stittsville, l’organisation d’événements gratuits pour la famille, la collecte de nourriture et de citrouilles, ainsi que le transport d’importants dons alimentaires. L’organisation rassemble régulièrement les résidents, les jeunes et les partenaires locaux afin de renforcer les liens communautaires et de soutenir ceux dans le besoin.</p>
<p><strong>iSiLIVE<br />
</strong>Fondée en 1997, iSiLIVE est un leader dans la diffusion numérique et les événements virtuels basé à Stittsville, et reconnu en 2024 comme le principal fournisseur d’événements virtuels en Amérique du Nord. iSiLIVE a généreusement utilisé son expertise pour servir la communauté, notamment en couvrant les matchs de l’Association de ringuette d’Ottawa-Ouest, élargissant ainsi la visibilité des athlètes féminines locales. En 2024 et 2025, iSiLIVE a transformé le Défilé des lumières de Stittsville en une diffusion professionnelle en direct et en faisant don de ressources importantes et de centaines d’heures de bénévolat. Leur travail renforce les liens communautaires et l’accès dans tout Stittsville.</p>
<p><strong>Mandeep Basra</strong><strong><br />
</strong>Mandeep est un courtier immobilier d’Ottawa très présent dans la communauté. Il a organisé des événements culturels et des festivals qui font la promotion de la diversité et de l’unité au sein de la communauté. Il offre un soutien aux nouveaux arrivants et les aide à s’intégrer dans la communauté et à surmonter les difficultés liées à l’installation dans un nouveau lieu. Il participe également au projet Langar for Hunger et à la Société canadienne du sang, ce qui témoigne de son engagement à aborder les questions sociales et à soutenir les services de santé essentiels.</p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-17018" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg" alt="Stittsville Volunteer Awards / Prix de reconnaissance des bénévoles de Stittsville" width="2400" height="970" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400.jpg 2400w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-1280x517.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-980x396.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/stittsville-volunteer-awards-2025-2400-480x194.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 2400px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20855" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1230" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-1280x820.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-980x628.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-6-480x307.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20856" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1401" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-1280x934.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-980x715.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-8-480x350.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20861" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1303" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-1280x869.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-980x665.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-41-480x326.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20862" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1164" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-1280x776.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-980x594.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-42-480x291.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20863" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1232" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-1280x821.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-980x629.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-43-480x308.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-20864" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg" alt="Volunteer Awards 2026" width="1920" height="1146" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-1280x764.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-980x585.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-45-480x287.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a></p>
<div id="attachment_20854" style="width: 1930px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-20854" class="size-full wp-image-20854" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg" alt="Team Stittsville at the 2026 Volunteer Awards: Aline, Mandy, Sue, Glen, Kera, Marlova, and Bob." width="1920" height="1237" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web.jpg 1920w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-1280x825.jpg 1280w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-980x631.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Stittsville-Awards-April-2026-Web-480x309.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) and (max-width: 1280px) 1280px, (min-width: 1281px) 1920px, 100vw" /></a><p id="caption-attachment-20854" class="wp-caption-text">Team Stittsville at the 2026 Volunteer Awards: Aline, Mandy, Sue, Glen, Kera, Marlova, and Bob.</p></div>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/community/here-are-the-2026-stittsville-volunteer-award-nominees-and-recipients/">Here are the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer Award nominees and recipients</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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		<title>Call for volunteers &#8211; Earth Day cleanup at W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:41:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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 Gower and his team on April 22 at 5:30 p.m. [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Originally published on April 6, 2026</em></p>
<p><em>La version française suit</em></p>
<p>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.</p>
<p>Join Councillor Glen Gower and his team on <strong>April 22 at 5:30 p.m.</strong> for a community cleanup at W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park. After the success of last year’s event, we’re pleased to once again partner with the Rotary Club of Ottawa–Stittsville to help keep this park clean and welcoming.</p>
<p>This cleanup takes place on Earth Day, making it a meaningful opportunity to get involved, connect with neighbours, and take positive action for the environment.</p>
<p>We’re looking for volunteers of all ages. Friends, families, and neighbours are all welcome. Interested? Send us a message at <a href="mailto:Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca">Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Students:</strong> Earn your community involvement hours by joining us! Cleaning the Capital is a meaningful way to give back, earn volunteer hours, and make a positive impact in your community.</p>
<p>Come lend a hand and help us celebrate Earth Day together.</p>
<p><strong>Date:</strong> April 22, at 5:30 p.m.<br />
<strong>Location:</strong> W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park (1751 Stittsville Main St)</p>
<p><em>Interested or have questions? <a href="https://glengower.ca/contact/">Contact us!</a></em></p>
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<h2>Bénévoles recherchés – Nettoyage pour le Jour de la Terre au parc de la paix du Rotary Club WJ-Bell</h2>
<p>À l’occasion du Jour de la Terre, posez un geste bienveillant en vue d’assainir notre communauté et notre planète. Le nettoyage de notre voisinage est un moyen simple et efficace de changer les choses; et chaque effort compte.</p>
<p>Joignez-vous au conseiller Glen Gower et à son équipe le <strong>22 avril prochain, dès 17 h 30,</strong> pour participer au nettoyage communautaire du parc de la paix du Rotary Club WJ-Bell. L’activité de l’an dernier a connu un franc succès, et nous sommes heureux de pouvoir collaborer de nouveau avec le Club Rotary d’Ottawa–Stittsville pour veiller à ce que le parc demeure propre et accueillant.</p>
<p>L’activité de nettoyage se tiendra le Jour de la Terre, ce qui vise ainsi à favoriser la participation des résidents, qui pourront aussi en profiter pour tisser des liens avec leurs voisins et agir pour protéger l’environnement.</p>
<p>Nous sommes à la recherche de bénévoles de tout âge. Vous pouvez venir avec vos amis, votre famille et vos voisins. Vous voulez y participer? Envoyez-nous un message à l’adresse <a href="mailto:Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca">Glen.Gower@ottawa.ca</a>.</p>
<p><strong>Étudiants :</strong> Accumulez des heures de bénévolat communautaire en vous joignant à nous! Le Grand ménage de la capitale est une activité importante qui vous permet de redonner à la communauté, d’effectuer des heures de bénévolat et de changer les choses dans votre voisinage.</p>
<p>Venez prêter main-forte tout en célébrant avec nous le Jour de la Terre.</p>
<p><strong>Date :</strong> Le 22 avril, à 17 h 30<br />
<strong>Endroit :</strong> Au parc de la paix du Rotary Club WJ-Bell (1751, rue Stittsville Main)</p>
<p><em>Si vous voulez y participer ou avez des questions, </em><a href="https://glengower.ca/contact/"><em>communiquez avec nous!</em></a></p>
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		<title>PHOTOS: Celebrating gold medalist Collinda Joseph</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Glen Gower]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:16:30 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>La version française suit It was an honour to proclaim April 4 as Collinda Joseph Day in the City of Ottawa on behalf of Mayor Mark Sutcliffe. Collinda recently captured a gold medal with Canada’s wheelchair curling team at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, an extraordinary achievement that has made our entire community proud. [&#8230;]</p>
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<p>It was an honour to proclaim April 4 as Collinda Joseph Day in the City of Ottawa on behalf of Mayor Mark Sutcliffe.</p>
<p>Collinda recently captured a gold medal with Canada’s wheelchair curling team at the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, an extraordinary achievement that has made our entire community proud. On Saturday, we welcomed Collinda and her family <em>(pictured above)</em> to a special meet-and-greet at CARDELREC–Goulbourn, where Stittsville residents had the chance to congratulate her personally, hear about her Paralympic journey, and even see her gold medal up close.</p>
<p>The Canadian team went undefeated throughout the tournament, a testament to their skill, teamwork, and determination. Even with this incredible milestone behind her, Collinda is already looking ahead with ambition and focus to the 2030 Paralympic Games in France, and we can&#8217;t wait to cheer her on again.</p>
<p>In addition to the proclamation, I also announced that we are looking for an opportunity to name a street in Collinda&#8217;s honour. It&#8217;s become a tradition to recognize Stittsville athletes who have significant success on the world stage with commemorations, including wrestler Erica Wiebe (2016), and figure skaters Jack Fan and Katie Xu (2018).</p>
<p><em>Photos by Mandy Hambly and Kera Watters.</em></p>
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<h2>PHOTOS : Hommage à la médaillée d’or Collinda Joseph</h2>
<p>Ce fut un honneur de proclamer le 4 avril Journée Collinda Joseph dans la Ville d’Ottawa au nom du maire Mark Sutcliffe.</p>
<p>Collinda a récemment remporté une médaille d’or avec l’équipe canadienne de curling en fauteuil roulant aux Jeux paralympiques de 2026 en Italie, un exploit extraordinaire qui a rempli de fierté l’ensemble de notre communauté. Samedi, nous avons accueilli Collinda et sa famille <em>(photo ci-dessus)</em> lors d’une rencontre spéciale au complexe récréatif CARDELREC – Goulbourn, où les résidentes et les résidents de Stittsville ont eu l’occasion de la féliciter en personne, d’entendre parler de son parcours paralympique et même de voir sa médaille d’or de près.</p>
<p>L’équipe canadienne est restée invaincue tout au long du tournoi, témoignage de son talent, de son esprit d’équipe et de sa détermination. Même avec cet incroyable exploit derrière elle, Collinda regarde déjà vers l’avenir avec ambition et détermination en vue des Jeux paralympiques de 2030 en France, et nous avons hâte de l’encourager à nouveau.</p>
<p>En plus de la proclamation, j’ai également annoncé que nous cherchons une occasion de nommer une rue en l’honneur de Collinda. C’est devenu une tradition d’honorer les athlètes de Stittsville qui connaissent un succès important sur la scène mondiale par des commémorations, notamment la lutteuse Erica Wiebe (2016) et les patineurs artistiques Jack Fan et Katie Xu (2018).</p>
<p><em>Photos : Mandy Hambly et Kera Watters.</em></p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-glen-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20596" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-glen-768x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Glen with Collinda" width="768" height="1024" /></a></p>
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<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>COLLINDA JOSEPH DAY</strong><br />
April 4, 2026</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">WHEREAS, Collinda Joseph is an outstanding athlete whose dedication, perseverance, and excellence in sport has brought pride and inspiration to her community; and</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">WHEREAS, Collinda Joseph achieved the remarkable accomplishment of winning a gold medal in wheelchair curling at the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Games, demonstrating the highest level of skill, teamwork, and competitive spirit on the world stage; and</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">WHEREAS, her achievement represents not only personal success, but also a powerful example of resilience and determination, highlighting the importance of inclusion, accessibility, and opportunity in sport and in society; and</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">WHEREAS, Collinda Joseph&#8217;s success serves as an inspiration to residents of all ages, particularly persons with disabilities, encouraging them to pursue their goals and believe in their potential;</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>THEREFORE</strong>, I, Mark Sutcliffe, Mayor of the City of Ottawa, do hereby proclaim April 4, 2026, as <strong>Collinda Joseph Day</strong> in Ottawa.</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>JOURNÉE COLLINDA JOSEPH</strong><br />
Le 4 avril 2026</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">ATTENDU QUE Collinda Joseph est une athlète exceptionnelle dont le dévouement, la persévérance et l&#8217;excellence dans le sport sont source de fierté et d&#8217;inspiration pour sa communauté; et</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">ATTENDU QUE Collinda Joseph a réalisé l&#8217;exploit remarquable de remporter une médaille d&#8217;or en curling en fauteuil roulant aux Jeux paralympiques de Milano Cortina 2026, démontrant le plus haut niveau de compétence, de travail d&#8217;équipe et d&#8217;esprit de compétition sur la scène mondiale; et</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">ATTENDU QUE sa réussite représente non seulement un succès personnel, mais aussi un puissant exemple de résilience et de détermination et la preuve de l&#8217;importance de l&#8217;inclusion, de l&#8217;accessibilité et de l&#8217;égalité des chances dans le sport comme dans la société; et</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;">ATTENDU QUE la réussite de Collinda Joseph est une source d&#8217;inspiration pour les résidents de tous âges et, plus particulièrement, les personnes handicapées, les encourageant à poursuivre leurs rêves et à croire en leur potentiel;</p>
<p style="padding-left: 40px;"><strong>PAR CONSÉQUENT</strong>, je, Mark Sutcliffe, maire de la Ville d&#8217;Ottawa, proclame par la présente le 4 avril 2026 <strong>Journée Collinda Joseph</strong> à Ottawa.</p>
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<p><a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-fans-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20592" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-fans-782x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda with fans" width="782" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-medal-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20591" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-medal-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="768" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-glen-speech-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20590" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-glen-speech-1024x704.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Glen introduces the event" width="1024" height="704" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-glen-speech-980x674.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-glen-speech-480x330.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-speech.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20589" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-speech-807x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda speech" width="807" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-photos-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20588" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-photos-1024x732.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. A large crowd at CARDELREC" width="1024" height="732" srcset="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-photos-980x700.jpg 980w, https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-photos-480x343.jpg 480w" sizes="(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-young-fans.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20587" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-young-fans-787x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda with young fans" width="787" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-family.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20586" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-family-751x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda and family" width="751" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-baby-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20584" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-baby-668x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda with a baby" width="668" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-province-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20595" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-province-768x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda with provincial reps" width="768" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-darouze-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20594" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-darouze-768x1024.jpg" alt="Celebrating Collinda Joseph Day on April 4, 2026. Collinda with George Darouze" width="768" height="1024" /></a> <a href="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-cake-and-mandy-scaled.jpg"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-20593" src="https://glengower.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/collinda-with-cake-and-mandy-768x1024.jpg" alt="" width="768" height="1024" /></a></p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 15:00:55 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>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 Games. Come meet Collinda, get an autograph, and take a selfie! All ages [&#8230;]</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><em>Originally published on March 27, 2026</em></p>
<p>Join us on <strong>Saturday, April 4</strong> at <strong>CARDELREC–Goulbourn (1500 Shea Road)</strong> from <strong>10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.</strong> to celebrate Stittsville’s own Collinda Joseph and her gold medal performance in wheelchair curling at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games.</p>
<p>Come meet Collinda, get an autograph, and take a selfie! All ages are welcome!</p>
<p><em>We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to fully participate. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please email <a href="mailto:glen.gower@ottawa.ca">glen.gower@ottawa.ca</a> or call 613-580-2476.</em></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://glengower.ca/events/april-4-celebrating-stittsvilles-gold-medal-paralympian-collinda-joseph/">April 4: Celebrating Stittsville’s Gold Medal Paralympian Collinda Joseph</a> appeared first on <a href="https://glengower.ca">Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville</a>.</p>
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