Photo by John Major.
Join Councillor Glen Gower, and special guests from the Stittsville community as we officially unveil the street sign honoring long-time resident, dedicated volunteer, and Canadian War Veteran Roger Griffiths. Awarded through Ottawa’s Veterans Commemorative Street Naming Program, this special street sign features the poppy symbol and serves as a lasting tribute to a lifetime of service.
📆 Date: Saturday, June 13, 2026
⌚️ Time: 11:00 a.m.
📍 Location: Maize Park, 50 Maize Street, Stittsville, ON K2S 2T2
A brief ceremony will be held at Maize Park, followed by a short walk to the corner of Maize Street and Roger Griffiths Avenue for the official unveiling of the street sign. The event will conclude with photo opportunities alongside members of the Griffiths family.
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 glen.gower@ottawa.ca or call 613-580-2476.
Arthur Roger Griffiths (always known as Roger) joined the Royal Canadian Armed Forces in August 1942 in Montreal with service in Lachine, Victoriaville, Moncton, Arnprior, Trenton, Cartierville and Borden. He served the duration of World War II with no overseas service. He was an instructor and trained Commonwealth pilots at CFB Uplands and the Carp Airport. Mr. Griffiths was commissioned to Flying Officer in October 1943 and discharged in October 1945.
Mr. Griffiths was awarded the Canadian Volunteer Service Medal and War Medal 1939-1945, as well as the General Service Badge and Royal Canadian Armed Forces Reserve Badge upon discharge. He was a long-time resident of Stittsville, serving as Councillor for the Township of Goulbourn from 1977 to 1978 and again from 1982 to 1988 until his passing in 1988. Mr. Griffiths also served as president of the Stittsville Royal Canadian Legion branch for five terms, served on almost all committees and played a significant role in the erection of the Stittsville cenotaph. For his many years of involvement, Mr. Griffiths was awarded the Meritorious Service Medal, the Legion’s highest honour.
The street blade for Roger Griffiths Avenue, located in the Richcraft Homes Mapleton subdivision in Stittsville, features the Poppy symbol, the universal sign of remembrance. This was made possible through the City’s Veterans Commemorative Street Naming program, a partnership with the City, Veterans Affairs Canada and the Royal Canadian Legion.