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October 2026
October 10: Stittsville’s 5th Annual Gobblefest FUNdraiser
Celebrate Thanksgiving weekend at this lively community market hosted by the Stittsville Community Crafters, Producers & Vendors Market. It features over 30 local vendors, handcrafted goods, seasonal fall treasures, music, and festive charm. Visitors can also take photos with Turkey Boy and join in on prize draws. This event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Johnny Leroux arena, 10 Warner-Colpitts Lane. Admission is free. For further information, please visit, here
October 15: Stittsville Village Association AGM
The Stittsville Village Association is hosting their Annual General Meeting at 6:00 p.m. at Hazeldean Gardens, 6130 Hazeldean Road. To help celebrate 25 years of community building and volunteer commitment, we’re inviting all past SVA members for light refreshments. The SVA are hoping to sign up members and directors (voting members) who can fill some of the roles of current volunteers. SVA Board meetings are held the first Thursday of the month. For further information, please visit, Stittsville Village Association or contact stittsvillevillage@gmail.com with any questions you may have.
October 15: Let the Sun Shine Trivia Night (Kiwanis)
6:30 pm at Royal Oak Kanata, 329 March Road. Join Kiwanis Kanata-Stittsville for a fun evening of trivia in support of children in need in our community. Doors open at 6:00 pm and trivia begins at 6:30 pm. Tickets are $20 per person, with teams of four or six. To purchase, send an e-transfer with your team name, number of players and email address to contact@kiwanis-kanatastittsville.ca.
October 16: Advance Voting Day
Advance Voting Day will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. where electors can vote at their assigned voting place in their ward. To find out more, please visit, Elections | City of Ottawa
October 16: Trivia Night for a Cause
Join us for a trivia fundraiser at the Amberwood Lounge Eatery, 54 Springbrook Drive, to help raise money for one of our residents with Stage 4 Cancer. A sweet young couple-Austin and Coco were eagerly preparing to welcome their first child when their world was suddenly turned upside down. Near the end of her pregnancy, Coco received the devastating diagnosis of an aggressive form of breast cancer.. Coco and Austin had to learn how to care for a newborn while navigating cancer treatments, exhausting side effects, endless appointments, and emotional weight no family should ever have to carry. The Fundraiser Dinner starts at 6:00 p.m. with trivia starting at 7:30 p.m. sharp. There will be a 50/50 draw, as well as lots of great raffle prizes, all for a good cause! For further information, and to register, please visit, here
October 17: Trick or Treat with the Mayor
On behalf of the Mayor, you and your families are invited to the annual Trick or Treat with the Mayor event, running from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ottawa City Hall, 110 Laurier Avenue West This safe Halloween event will again be in support of the Ottawa Food Bank’s Baby Basics Program. The Baby Basics Program targets the most vulnerable members of our society, infants and toddlers, whose parents lack the resources to adequately provide for them. As a result of this program, expensive items such as formula, baby food and diapers are made available to assist families in need. The City of Ottawa is proud to partner with Treat Accessibly to help make trick-or-treating accessible and inclusive for everyone. Additional information is available on the event webpage at Trick or Treat with the Mayor. Should you wish to participate in the evening by handing out treats, please contact Roza Dunne, Protocol Assistant by email at Roza.Dunne@ottawa.ca.
October 17: 9runrun
Support Ottawa’s first responders at the 9runrun Ottawa on Saturday, October 17, 2026 in Stittsville. Choose from a half marathon (21K), 10K, 5K, or Family 2K walk/run, with proceeds supporting the Ottawa First Responders Foundation. Registration includes a custom medal, personalized bib, professional timing, race photos, and post-race snacks. Rally your friends, family, and colleagues for a fun, community-focused event that honours Ottawa’s fire, paramedic, and police personnel. Registration required for all participants, including the Family 2K. More info…
October 17: Kanata Senior’s Council Health Fair
You are invited to attend the Kanata Senior’s Council Health Fair which will run from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Kanata Seniors Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive in Kanata. This marks their third annual event, organized in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) and supported funding form the Government of Ontario. This is an opportunity to share with seniors in our community, valuable information about health issues that impact the lives of seniors. The days’ schedule oincludes clinics and seminars as well as a opportunity for local venders to display and introduce seniors to various services available. For further information, please email, dubiekay6@gmail.com
October 17: Community Workshop on Poverty Reduction and Bill S-206
8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
at Bells Corners United Church,
$20 registration fee (lunch included). Learn about poverty reduction initiatives and Bill S-206, Senator Kim Pate’s proposal for a national Basic Income Guarantee framework. The workshop features a keynote presentation by Dr. Evelyn Forget, a leading researcher on Basic Income pilot projects, along with discussion and partnership-building opportunities for community members and organizations. Registration and more info…
October 17: Stories of Goulbourn: Lies, Rumours, and Other Tales
Join Allan McCarville, local author and member of the Goulbourn Township Historical Society, for a repeat performance of his popular presentation, Stories of Goulbourn: Lies, Rumours, and Other Tales. From the prehistoric Champlain Sea to the bright lights of Hollywood, this fascinating talk explores centuries of local history through stories of ghosts, robbery, murder, mysterious disappearances, and other surprising events from Goulbourn’s past. The presentation takes place on Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. at the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 625, 6430 Ottawa Street, Richmond. Admission is free, and complimentary parking and refreshments will be available. All are welcome. Tell a neighbour and bring a friend!
October 21: 100th Regiment Music and Military Presentation
Step into the history of the 100th Regiment of Foot in this fascinating evening presentation, presented in partnership with the 100th Regiment of Foot Historical Society. Explore two important aspects of the regiment’s history: the music that accompanied soldiers and the everyday life of the infantry. Discover the history and role of the fife, drums, and bugle, and learn how music was used by soldiers during training and military life. Then, explore the equipment and traditions of the infantry, including the weapons they used, their uniforms, and how soldiers trained for military service. This event runs from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the Goulbourn Museum, 2064 Huntley Road, This event is recommended for ages 12 and up. Tickets are $15.00 each and registration is required to attend; Registration: https://square.link/u/N1bvSpXW
October 24: Stittsville United Church Anniversary Fall Supper
Stittsville United Church invites residents to its Anniversary Fall Supper on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Enjoy a traditional fall meal featuring turkey, ham, stuffing, mashed potatoes, vegetables, baked beans, rolls, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, and pie. Both eat-in and take-out options are available. The event will take place at 6255 Fernbank Road. Tickets are $30 for adults and teens and $15 for children 12 and under. For tickets or more information, contact Margie at 613-884-2810 or margie.franche@gmail.com, Joan at 613-220-4906 or joan.savoie@rogers.com, or the church office at 613-836-4962.
October 26: Voting Day
Electors will have the opportunity to vote at their assigned voting place in their ward from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with the exception of voting places in retirement homes and institutions which may have reduced hours. For further information, please visit, Elections | City of Ottawa
October 26: Rotary Club International Film Series: Reading Lolita in Tehran
A literature professor in post-revolutionary Iran secretly gathers seven dedicated female students to read and discuss forbidden Western classics like Lolita and The Great Gatsby, finding freedom and resilience through storytelling. For further information and to purchase tickets please contact Sandra Burt for the 4:00 p.m showing and Charles Mossman for the 7:00 p.m. showing. Films will be screened at Landmark Cinemas in Kanata.
October 29: CyberSecurity 5 Easy Ways to Stay Safe
The Kanata Senior’s Council are hosting a presentation which will share simple, easy-to-follow tips to help you recognize common online scams, protect your money and personal information, and feel more confident using the internet safely. No technical knowledge is required! This session is presented by Aaron Nichols, a retired IT & Security Professional, community volunteer, and speaker who helps seniors learn practical ways to stay safe online. The event starts at 1:00 p.m. at 2500 Campeau Road and costs $2,49 for non-members. Register at the front desk to reserve your seat. For further information, please email ksc@ottawa.ca
October 31: Fangtastic Creations!
Get ready for a fang-tastic time at Goulbourn Museum, 2064 Huntley Road! Join them for spooky crafts like spider lollipops, making your own trick or treat bags, and glowing pumpkin lanterns. Once you have your treat or treat bags visit the front desk for a sweet treat. Wear your favorite costume and let’s get into the Halloween spirit, it’s going to be a spook-tacular day! This hands-on program runs from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and is perfect for children ages 4–11. Admission is $5 per participant, and parents or guardians are required to remain onsite with their children throughout the program.
Ongoing Events
*Note: During the holidays, schedules for weekly events are subject to change. Check with the event organizers for more information.
Every Saturday: Ottawa-Carleton Trailway parkrun (depending on the weather & trail conditions)
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 parkrun Canada.
Every Sunday: Market @ The Barn
We’re back for the 2026 season! Fresh coffee, homemade pizza, fresh sourdough bread, baked treats, artisan goods, pastured meats, bath & body products… all brought to you by incredible local vendors who pour their heart into what they do. Add in live music and fresh and air you’ve got your new favourite weekend routine for the season. We can’t wait to welcome you back. 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 6154 Abbott Street East. Rain or shine. Pet friendly. More info.
Every Friday and Saturday until November 7: Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours
Let’s take a stroll down the alleys and side streets of Stittsville. A 90 minute tour will take you to the legends of the unexplained, and the mysterious stories that make up our heritage in this little town that was. Many have said Shhhh don’t talk but come explore the strange haunted heritage that we have. There will be a Tarot reading from one of the haunted sites for your additional experience. Our novellas are also available for a donation to our local charities. The tours start Fridays at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 7:00 p.m. All tours begin at 1549 Stittsville Main Street. For further information, please visit, here.
Every Wednesday: OPL English Conversation Group
The Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library’s English Conversation Group will continues on Wednesdays this fall Join this free English Conversation Group to practice speaking in English in a relaxed and friendly environment. All levels are welcome to this drop-in program. The groups meet from 5:15 P.M. to 6:15 p.m. at the Ottawa Public Library, Stittsville Branch, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. For more information and to register, please visit, English Conversation Group
Every Wednesday: Euchre @ Stittsville United Church
The Wednesday afternoon euchre sponsored by the UCW of Stittsville United Church is taking a summer break. Euchre will resume on September 9 at 1:00 p.m. $5.00 for a time of fun, fellowship, euchre, and, of course, refreshments. Everyone welcome. For further information, please contact blamb05@sympatico.ca
Every Monday: Bid Euchre Club
Stittsville Friendship Club has launched a new Bid Euchre Club on Monday afternoons, from 1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m at Stittsville Legions in the lounge (Downstairs). No experience is required to join. A nominal weekly fee applies. For more information, contact Nancy Frawley at frawleynan@gmail.com or 613-608-4103.
Home Bosses Youth Centre (HBYC) Youth Programming
The Home Bosses Youth Centre (HBYC) offers ongoing youth programming at Frederick Banting Alternate School (1453 Main Street, Stittsville, 2nd floor, rear entrance) every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 5:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Programs include Taco Tuesdays, basketball, Lego Club, Dungeons & Dragons, sewing workshops, free pizza nights, and volunteer opportunities for youth aged 16 and older. For more information or volunteer inquiries, please contact kiwanisyouth@gmail.com.
Every Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: St. Thomas Clothing Drop-Off
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.
Every Last Tuesday of the Month: Kanata Parent Support Group
Facilitated by PLEO, this free confidential, peer-facilitated get together provides support to parents and caregivers with youth aged 6 to 19 who are facing mental health or addiction challenges. The group meets at the Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre, 2 MacNeil Court from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Learn from other’s experiences and share information and resources. For further information, please visit, PLEO
November 2026
November 1: Stittsville Pumpkin Parade
Bring your to the 12th annual Stittsville Pumpkin Parade on November 1 at 7:00 p.m.! Hundreds of pumpkins will light up Village Square Park (Stittsville Main at Abbott). Vote for your favourite, with prizes for the best pumpkins. Donations to the food bank are welcome, and electric candles will be provided. Pumpkin drop-off begins after 5:00 pm, and pumpkins will be disposed of for you after the event. More info: www.facebook.com/PumpkinParade
November 21: Holy Spirit Annual Bazaar
The Holy Spirit Catholic Women’s League will be hosting their Annual Bazaar, at the Holy Spirit Parish, 1489 Shea Road in Stittsville. Expect to see Homemade crafts, a White Elephant Table, religious articles and more! Stop by the tea room for lunch between 11:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Raffle tickets for the gift baskets will be sold in the Church atrium, on November 7, 8 and November 45, 15. Admission is free but donations to the Food Bank would be greatly appreciated! For further information, please contact louisebeggs@icloud.com
November 30: Rotary Club International Film Series: The Art of Adventure
The Art of Adventure is a documentary directed by Alison Reid that chronicles the extraordinary 1957 global expedition of world-renowned wildlife artist Robert Bateman and prominent biologist Bristol Foster. Equipped with an artist’s brush and a 16mm Bolex camera, the two young men drove a rugged Land Rover nicknamed “The Grizzly Torque” roughly 30,000 kilometers across 19 countries, spanning Africa, India, Southeast Asia, and Australia. The film uses the original archival footage and Bateman’s vivid on-the-road sketches to offer a rare, immersive look at a vibrant, unscarred planet during a simpler yet daunting era of international travel. For further information and to purchase tickets please contact Sandra Burt for the 4:00 p.m showing and Charles Mossman for the 7:00 p.m. showing. Films will be screened at Landmark Cinemas in Kanata.
December 2026
Stittsville Friendship Club is organizing a trip to Morrisburg on Saturday, December 5, featuring a Christmas theatre performance and buffet lunch. For registration or more information, contact Pam Kiez at pkiez@hotmail.com.