Last week, Hydro One cut down all the vegetation at their power station site on Maple Grove Road in the Fairwinds community, including sever`al mature trees.

There was no notification to residents, and no notification to my office. We contacted Hydro One, who say that the work was to protect critical infrastructure, and there’s no tree permit required. I’ve included their response below.

I understand the need to do maintenance and protect equipment, but why did they have to clear everything? And why wasn’t there advance notification to my office and to neighbours?

We’re continuing to push Hydro One for answers, and for some mitigation to offset the loss of trees, which provided shade and privacy for residents, as well as habitat for wildlife.

Location of the Hydro One site on Maple Grove Road. Nearly all of the trees visible on this overhead image have been removed.

Response from Hydro One on June 19

Thank you for reaching out regarding the recent vegetation work near the hydro substation in the Maple Grove Road and Santolina Street area. We appreciate you sharing the concerns raised by residents.

The work in question was carried out on Hydro One–owned property as part of planned vegetation maintenance around the station. This work is required to maintain safe and reliable operation of the facility, ensure clear access to infrastructure, and address vegetation that was encroaching on the station and its perimeter fencing.

In this instance, vegetation was cleared along the full perimeter of the site, including the removal of dead or declining trees and additional growth that was interfering with the station or posed a potential risk to the equipment. While we understand this has resulted in a noticeable change to the surrounding vegetation, the work was necessary to meet our safety, maintenance, and operational requirements.

With respect to notification, this type of routine maintenance work is conducted on Hydro One property and does not typically involve advance notice to adjacent residents. That said, our crews did engage with a number of residents onsite during the work and responded to questions where possible.

We recognize the importance of maintaining a positive relationship with the surrounding community and understand that the removal of vegetation, particularly where it has provided screening, can be concerning. The work is not yet fully complete, and follow-up activities are planned, including site clean-up and restoration measures such as reseeding, which will help improve the overall condition of the area.

We are happy to continue working with your office to address any outstanding questions or concerns from residents. Please reach out if you require any additional information.

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NOTE: Under municipal rules, blasting companies are required to complete a pre-blast survey for all structures within 75 metres of a blasting site, and are required to provide notification about the blasting to everyone within 150 metres of the blasting site. That’s a very small radius of notification, especially when blasting can be felt at distances of hundreds of metres. We’ve set up this page to provide better notification to Stittsville residents about known blasting operations in our area.  We’ve also included a list of frequently asked questions about blasting at the bottom of this page.

Spratt Aggregates

Location: 2300 Carp Road, between the Queensway and Richardson Side Road

Start date: Ongoing

Expected completion: Ongoing

Regular ongoing blasting as part of aggregate operations. Most days there is a blast around mid-day that can felt in the north part of Stittsville.

CONTACT: Kerry Currie, Spratt Aggregates, 613-223-1797

6171 Hazeldean Road

Start date: May 12, 2026

End date: Will last for three to four months depending on the scope of the work required.

• Construction info for 6171 Hazeldean – Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville

Contact: Jeff Corace, M-Roc Ltd., Drilling and Blasting at 613-838-4666 office@m-roc.ca

Stittsville South (Magnolia Subdivision)

Start date: July 2026

End date: Will last for a period of approximately four to five months depending on the scope of work required.

• Q&A from Stittsville South (W-4) information meeting

Contact:

• Jeff Corace, M-Roc Ltd., Drilling and Blasting at 613-838-4666 office@m-roc.ca
• Blastek at 613-383-2503

Blasting Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Why is blasting used in construction?

A: Blasting is an allowable construction practice within Ontario for the purpose of removing rock. The use of explosives may be required in a variety of construction projects including home building, along with the construction and/or installation of roads, sewers, water mains, utilities, foundations, tunnels, etc.

Blasting can be extremely disruptive to residents, especially when the work is happening close to existing homes. We’ve prepared this overview to provide more information about who regulates and monitors blasting activities in our city.

Q: Who regulates blasting?

A: Several pieces of legislation and guidelines from various agencies at the federal, provincial, and municipal level affect blasting operations to ensure safety and minimize environmental impact, including: 

Federal Explosives Act: This act governs the use, storage, and transportation of explosives across Canada. It includes specific requirements for licensing, safety protocols, and security measures.

 

Ontario Provincial Standard 120, Use of Explosives (OPS 120): This standard outlines the use of explosives in construction and other activities within Ontario. It ensures that all blasting activities meet safety and environmental standards.

 

Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA): Administered by the Ministry of Labour, this act sets out the requirements for safe blasting practices, including the qualifications of personnel and the use of protective equipment.

 

Guideline NPC-119: Managed by the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks, this guideline sets limits on noise and vibration levels produced by blasting to protect nearby communities.

 

Aggregate Resources Act: This act includes specific regulations for blasting in quarries, such as the need for detailed blast design studies and monitoring of each blast to ensure compliance with noise and vibration limits.

 

City Special Provisions – F-1201: Includes requirements for the contractor to obtain necessary insurance and permits, notification requirements, pre-construction surveys, and retaining a third- party blasting consultant to monitor blasting activities.

 

City Noise By-law (2017-255): Blasting operations must adhere to Ottawa’s Noise By-law including compliance with acceptable hours of operation for construction work.

Q: What is a pre-blast inspection and who qualifies?

A: The City of Ottawa requires that the developer/builder has a 3rd party blasting consultant retained to monitor the blasting activities. (This is also required for the blasting company in order to be insured.) The blasting company is required to complete a pre-blast survey for all structures within 75 metres of the blasting site. They are required to provide notification to all property owners within 150 metres of the blasting site.

The pre-blast survey is an internal and external inspection of the buildings. We strongly advise residents to participate in this voluntary inspection to protect yourself in the event of damage.

After the pre-blast survey is complete, the blasting monitoring company sets up monitors at various locations near the blasting site to monitor the blasts and ensure they are below maximum vibration limits.

Q: What if I have a complaint about blasting operations?

A: Depending on the nature of your complaint, there are several avenues to seek assistance.

If you suspect that blasting is causing damage to your property: Any homeowner who believes their home may be damaged (or subject to damage) by the blasting should contact the blasting engineer. It is recommended that you document any suspected damage by taking photos and notes. You may also wish to inform your home insurance company.

 

If you have a concern about environmental impact, noise or vibration: Contact the Ministry of Environment, Conservation and Parks. Call toll-free at 1-800-565-4923 or submit an inquiry online at via https://www.ontario.ca/feedback/contact-us?id=26985&nid=72714

 

If you have a concern about unsafe working practices on the construction site: Contact the  Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development: They handle workplace safety concerns, including those related to blasting. You can reach their Health and Safety Contact Centre at 1-877-202-0008 or via https://www.ontario.ca/page/filing-workplace-health-and-safety-complaint

 

For construction activity or blasting occurring outside of permitted hours: Call 3-1-1 so that a development inspector can be dispatched. Construction activities are regulated by Ottawa’s Noise By-law (2017-255): https://ottawa.ca/en/living-ottawa/laws-licences-and-permits/laws/laws-z/noise-law-no-2017-255

Q: What is the City of Ottawa’s role?

A: The City of Ottawa does not have the authority under provincial regulations to review suspected damages due to blasting, and has limited oversight for monitoring the ongoing work. Please see the information above for additional information about who to contact if you have a complaint about blasting.

The City does enforce Special Provision F-1201 (see above) that requires blasting contractors have the necessary insurance documentation, and follow the standards for pre-inspection, notification, and monitoring of blast activities. (Note that the third party blasting consultant is responsible to monitor vibration levels from blasting activites, not the City of Ottawa.)

For Stittsville, we keep an updated list of known local blasting operations at http://glengower.ca/blasting/

For general inquiries or any questions/comments please contact glen.gower@ottawa.ca or call 613-580-2476.

Le point sur les opérations de dynamitage à Stittsville

N.B. : Selon les règles municipales, les entreprises de dynamitage doivent, avant les travaux, évaluer chaque structure se trouvant dans un rayon de 75 mètres du site d’explosion et informer quiconque se trouve dans un rayon de 150 mètres de ce site. Il s’agit d’un très petit rayon, surtout que les explosions peuvent être ressenties à des centaines de mètres du lieu de dynamitage. Cette page vise à mieux informer la population de Stittsville sur les opérations de dynamitage prévues dans le quartier. Elle comprend aussi une foire aux questions sur le dynamitage.

Spratt Aggregates

Emplacement : 2300, chemin Carp, entre le Queensway et le chemin Richardson Side

Date de début : En cours

Achèvement prévu : En cours

Dynamitage régulier et continu pour des opérations de remblai. Presque tous les jours, une explosion peut être ressentie vers midi dans la partie nord de Stittsville.

PERSONNE-RESSOURCE : Kerry Currie, Spratt Aggregates, 613-223-1797

6171, chemin Hazeldean

Début des travaux : Le 12 mai 2026

Fin des travaux : Les travaux dureront entre trois et quatre mois, en fonction de ce qui doit être réalisé.

• Travaux au 6171, chemin Hazeldean – Renseignements ~ Glen Gower | Councillor / Conseiller | Stittsville

Personne-ressource :

Jeff Corace, M-Roc Ltd
Forage et dynamitage
613-838-4666
office@m-roc.ca

Foire aux questions sur le dynamitage

Q : Pourquoi recourir au dynamitage en construction?

R : En Ontario, le dynamitage est autorisé pour enlever de la roche. L’utilisation d’explosifs peut être requise dans divers projets, notamment la construction résidentielle et les travaux liés aux chaussées, aux égouts, aux conduites d’eau principales, aux services publics, aux fondations, aux tunnels, etc.

Le dynamitage peut être extrêmement dérangeant, surtout lorsque les travaux se déroulent près des maisons. Nous avons préparé cette information pour que vous en sachiez plus sur la réglementation et la surveillance des activités de dynamitage à Ottawa.

Q : Qu’est-ce qui régit le dynamitage?

R : Plusieurs lois et lignes directrices de divers organes fédéraux, provinciaux et municipaux régissent le dynamitage pour protéger la population et limiter l’impact environnemental des opérations.

Loi sur les explosifs : Cette loi régit l’utilisation, l’entreposage et le transport d’explosifs au Canada. Elle exige la délivrance de permis ainsi que la mise en place de protocoles et de mesures de sécurité.

Norme de l’Ontario 120 (OPS 120) sur l’utilisation d’explosifs : Cette norme, qui s’applique à l’utilisation d’explosifs en construction et dans d’autres activités en Ontario, fait en sorte que toutes les opérations de dynamitage respectent les normes environnementales et de sécurité.

Loi sur la santé et la sécurité au travail (LSST) : Administrée par le ministère du Travail, de l’Immigration, de la Formation et du Développement des compétences, cette loi prévoit des exigences de dynamitage sécuritaire, y compris les compétences que doit posséder le personnel et le port d’équipement de protection.

Ligne directrice NPC-119 : Gérée par le ministère de l’Environnement, de la Protection de la nature et des Parcs, cette ligne directrice impose des limites aux niveaux de bruit et de vibration occasionnés par le dynamitage afin de protéger ce qui est autour du lieu d’explosion.

Loi sur les ressources en agrégats : Cette loi comprend des règles sur le dynamitage dans les carrières, par exemple la nécessité de produire des études détaillées de conception des explosions et de surveiller chaque explosion pour respecter les limites de bruit et de vibration.

Disposition spéciale de la Ville F-1201 : Cette disposition exige que l’entrepreneur souscrive les assurances requises et obtienne les permis nécessaires, donne des avis, mène des sondages avant les travaux et retienne les services d’un expert-conseil externe pour surveiller les activités de dynamitage.

Règlement sur le bruit (n^o 2017-255) : Le dynamitage doit respecter le Règlement sur le bruit de la Ville, notamment les heures acceptables pour effectuer les travaux.

Q : Qu’est-ce qu’une évaluation préalable au dynamitage et qui a les compétences pour en faire une?

R : La Ville d’Ottawa exige que le promoteur ou le constructeur fasse appel à un expert-conseil en dynamitage externe pour superviser les activités de dynamitage. (L’entreprise de dynamitage doit aussi se plier à cette exigence pour souscrire une assurance.) L’entreprise de dynamitage doit réaliser une évaluation préalable au dynamitage pour chaque structure se trouvant dans un rayon de 75 mètres du site d’explosion et informer quiconque dont la propriété se trouve dans un rayon de 150 mètres de ce site.

Cette évaluation consiste en une inspection interne et externe des bâtiments. Nous encourageons fortement les résidentes et résidents à participer volontairement à cette inspection pour se protéger des dommages.

Une fois l’évaluation terminée, l’entreprise de surveillance du dynamitage installe des appareils de contrôle à divers endroits près du site pour contrôler les explosions et vérifier qu’elles ne dépassent pas les niveaux de vibration autorisés.

Q : Que faire si j’ai une plainte sur des activités de dynamitage?

R : En fonction de la nature de votre plainte, plusieurs options s’offrent à vous.

Si vous croyez que le dynamitage endommage votre propriété : Tout propriétaire estimant que sa résidence risque d’être endommagée par le dynamitage est invité à communiquer avec l’ingénieur dynamiteur.Il est recommandé de garder une trace de tout dommage présumé à l’aide de photos et de notes. Il est aussi possible d’informer sa compagnie d’assurance habitation.

Si vous avez des craintes au sujet de l’impact environnemental, du bruit ou des vibrations :Communiquez avec le ministère de l’Environnement, de la Protection de la nature et des Parcs en appelant au 1 800 565-4923 (numéro sans frais) ou en soumettant une demande en ligne (www.ontario.ca/fr/commentaires/pour-nous-joindre?id=26985&nid=72714).

Si vous avez des craintes au sujet de pratiques dangereuses sur le chantier : Communiquez avec le ministère du Travail, de l’Immigration, de la Formation et du Développement des compétences, qui s’occupe des problèmes de sécurité au travail, y compris du dynamitage. Vous pouvez contacter son InfoCentre de santé et de sécurité au travail au 1 877 202-0008 ou à www.ontario.ca/fr/page/depot-dune-plainte-en-matiere-de-sante-et-securite-au-travail.

Si des activités de construction ou de dynamitage se déroulent en dehors des heures permises :Composez le 3-1-1; un inspecteur de l’aménagement sera envoyé sur place. Les activités de construction sont régies par le Règlement sur le bruit (n^o 2017-255) de la Ville : ottawa.ca/fr/vivre-ottawa/reglements-licences-et-permis/reglements/reglements-z/reglement-sur-le-bruit-reglement-ndeg-2017-255.

Q : Quel est le rôle de la Ville d’Ottawa?

R : La Ville n’est pas habilitée, selon la réglementation provinciale, à analyser les présumés dommages attribuables au dynamitage et ne peut pas vraiment surveiller les travaux en cours. Voir l’information ci-dessus pour savoir qui contacter pour une plainte en lien avec le dynamitage.

La Ville fait toutefois appliquer la disposition spéciale F-1201 (voir ci-dessus), qui exige que les entrepreneurs en dynamitage aient les documents d’assurance requis et respectent les normes d’inspection préalable, d’avis et de surveillance dans leurs activités de dynamitage. (N. B. : C’est l’expert-conseil en dynamitage externe et non la Ville qui surveille les niveaux de vibration.)

À Stittsville, nous indiquons les activités de dynamitage à jour ici : http://glengower.ca/blasting/.

Si vous avez une demande de renseignements générale à faire, une question à poser ou un commentaire à formuler, merci d’écrire à glen.gower@ottawa.ca ou de composer le 613-580-2476.

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Join us for our fifth annual Family Bike Ride in Stittsville! It’s a great opportunity for families to connect with the community, exercise, and enjoy a leisurely weekend bike ride. We’ll ride together on a scenic, quiet 5.5km route through Stittsville. Don’t miss out on this wonderful opportunity to explore Stittsville on two wheels with your family!

📆 Date: Sunday, June 28
⌚️ Arrive: 9:45 a.m. for a group photo and instructions
🚴🏻‍♂️ Departure: 10:00 a.m. sharp from CARDELREC (1500 Shea Road)
📍 Route: Start at CARDELREC (1500 Shea Road); exact route to be announced.

Click here for FREE registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/stittsville-family-bike-ride-tickets-1990787430796

Recommendations for participants:

• Bring a bottle of water for hydration
• For people over 18 years of age, the use of a helmet and safety protection is recommended, for those under 18 years of age, helmet use is mandatory
• Wear sunscreen
• Eat a healthy, balanced meal before the event
• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
• Make sure your bike is ready for the trail

See you there!

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.

28 juin : Randonnée familiale à vélo de Stittsville

Soyez des nôtres pour la cinquième Randonnée familiale à vélo de Stittsville! Il s’agit d’une excellente occasion pour les familles de nouer des liens avec les gens du quartier, de bouger et de faire une randonnée à vélo tranquille la fin de semaine. Nous ferons ensemble un trajet de 5,5 kilomètres dans un secteur paisible, aux magnifiques paysages. Ne manquez pas cette belle occasion de découvrir Stittsville à vélo, avec votre famille!

📆 Date : Dimanche 28 juin
⌚️ Arrivée : 9 h 45 (photo de groupe et consignes)
🚴🏻‍♂️ Départ : 10 h précises au Complexe récréatif CARDELREC (1500, chemin Shea)
📍 Trajet : Départ au Complexe récréatif CARDELREC (1500 chemin Shea); l’itinéraire exact sera annoncé plus tard.

Cliquez ici pour vous inscrire GRATUITEMENT : https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/stittsville-family-bike-ride-tickets-1990787430796

Information et conseils pour les personnes participantes :

• Apportez une bouteille d’eau pour vous hydrater.
• Le port d’un casque et d’équipement de protection est recommandé pour les personnes de plus de 18 ans. Le port du casque est obligatoire pour les personnes de moins de 18 ans.
• Mettez de l’écran solaire.
• Prenez un repas sain et équilibré avant la randonnée.
• Portez des vêtements et des chaussures confortables.
• Vérifiez que votre vélo est en bon état.

Au plaisir de vous y voir!

Nous nous efforçons d’organiser des événements inclusifs et accessibles auxquels tout le monde, y compris les personnes en situation de handicap, peut pleinement participer. Pour demander des mesures d’adaptation ou pour toute question concernant l’accessibilité, écrivez à glen.gower@ottawa.ca ou appelez au 613‑580‑2476.

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June 2026

June 1-30: Let’s Bike Month
Organized by EnviroCentre, Let’s Bike Month encourages people to bike for transportation and track the environmental impact of cycling instead of driving! Whether you already bike everywhere or want to try for the very first time, everyone is welcome to join. Councillor Glen is participating once again this year, and he’s set up a group for Stittsville residents. Go to letsbike.ca to sign up, and join “Team Stittsville”. Logging your bike journeys throughout the month of June gives you the opportunity to win daily prizes donated by local businesses.

June 18: Stittsville Front Porch Concerts *POSTPONED to June 24*
This year, the Stittsville Front Porch Concerts will be held on June 24 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., with a rain date of June 25th. Neighbours are encouraged to perform live music from their front porch, garage, driveway or whatever to fill the streets with life and song. The event collects donations for local organizations that support mental health in the community. More information…

June 24: Stittsville Friendship Club Luncheon
Join members of the Stittsville Friendship Club at their luncheon which runs from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Legion, 1481 Stittsville Main Street. There will be Chicken Parmesan with red wine sauce, rice, salad and dessert. Cost for members is $20.00 and $25.00 for non-members. For reservations, please email Luncheon Reservations or text 613-608-4103. Please reserve no later than 4 days prior to the event day.

June 24: Band Showcase
Come out and enjoy the first Band Showcase at the Space and Time Studio, 5977 Hazeldean Road, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. featuring a wide variety of local talent as they perform for you. There is a full roster line up with plenty of parking, seating, light refreshments available, and most importantly – some wonderful music. They will soon be launching a regular open stage/open mic series for future events. For further information, please visit, Space and Time | Rehearsal Studios

June 27: Ottawa Markets Collective Path Market
Ottawa Markets Collective invites you to attend their Maker’s Path Market, which includes both curated handmade goods, and delicious food at Mad About Patchwork. This event will be held at, at 2477 Huntley Rd, Stittsville from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Their market is focused on bringing the community together, supporting local small businesses and artisans, and give back through food bank initiatives. For further information, please visit, here

July 1 – Canada Day in Stittsville 🇨🇦

• Click here for our list of Canada Day events and activities in Stittsville…

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.

OPL Summer Reading Program
The Ottawa Public Library’s Stittsville Branch Summer Reading programs for children are now open for registration! Dive into a summer of discovery, creativity, and fun! The Library is located at 1637 Stittsville Main Street. For more information, and to register, please visit, Summer Reading Club

Every Wednesday: OPL English Conversation Group
The Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library’s English Conversation Group will continue through the summer. 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, 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.

June 1- August 31: Lemonade Standemonium
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 website!

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This was the fifth edition of the festival and it was our biggest yet, with more than 130 participants: performers, exhibitors, food vendors, community groups and service organizations.

A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers (youth and adults) who contributed their time and energy. Thank you to the sponsors whose contributions helped to make the event possible.

And of course thank you to the hundreds of residents who dropped by during the afternoon.

Photos by Bob Antonietti, Mandy Hambly, and Kera Watters. More photos to come!

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Before July 1: Show Your Pride 🇨🇦
Before Canada Day, show your pride in Canada by purchasing a lawn sign, “Proudly Canadian” or “Canada – Strong and Free” from the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville.  Signs cost $15 each and the profits from this sale will support Rotary projects in our community and around the world. To order a sign, please contact Charles Mossman at charcz@yahoo.com.  Payment for the signs may be by e-transfer of $15 to charcz@yahoo.com or in cash at the time of pick-up. Charles will make arrangements with you on how to receive your sign.

July 1: Canada Day Flag Raising Ceremony in Stittsville 🇨🇦
Councillor Glen invites you to join us on July 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Stittsville sign (Kavanagh Green) for a special Canada Day Flag Raising Ceremony. This annual tradition, now in its fifth year, aims to promote civic pride and kick off Canada Day with a memorable event. Wear your red and white! Location: Stittsville sign at Kavanagh Green, (corner of Hazeldean and Stittsville Main).  More info…

July 1: Canada Day with the Stittsville Lions 🇨🇦
We’re busy planning an unforgettable Canada Day celebration for our amazing community — and the excitement is already building! Bouncy castle? Yes! Even more surprises? Absolutely! This is a celebration FOR Stittsville, BY Stittsville. Bring the whole family and join the fun! 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. More info…

July 1: Stittsville Canada Day Celebrations at the Stittsville Legion 🇨🇦
Join the Stittsville Legion for its annual Canada Day celebration as we mark Canada’s national day and reflect on our country’s history, diversity, culture, and shared sense of pride. The day will feature a full schedule of Canada Day festivities and is a great opportunity to come together as a community. This event runs from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the Stittsville Legion located at 1481 Stittsville Main Street

July 1: Canada Day Car Show on Stittsville Main Street/Market
Rev up your Canada Day in Stittsville! Come check out an exciting lineup of classic and custom cars, browse unique finds from local vendors and artisans, and try your luck with 50/50 draws and more! There’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring your friends, family, and your Canada Day spirit — we’d love to see you there! There will be bouncy castles, The Stittsville Muslim Association has graciously offered their parking lot to house the market vendors. There will be various food stations going on throughout the day including free hotdogs for the kids at the Legion starting at 12:00 p.m. The Royal Canadian Legion will feature various games for the kids, a bouncy house as well as a charity jail for those who wish to participate (in the jail) and donate This event runs from 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 1453 Stittsville Main Street. Expect to see 150 to 200 cars at the car show! If you’d like to register your vehicle, please visit, Stittsville Canada Day Car Show 2026 or to register as a Market Vendor, please visit, https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSflGVLYDeP…/viewform.. For more details, please email: Stittsvillemarkets@gmail.com

July 1: Stittsville Village Association Canada Day and Fireworks 🇨🇦
Canada Day in Stittsville is a free community event with the purpose of bringing locals together to celebrate Canada’s birthday. Food trucks, massive bubbles, photos with the STITTSVILLE marquee sign, DJ tunes, a stage, band dancers, lawn games, free face painting, giveaways and fireworks will please and entertain all ages during this evening event. Bring your kids, your lawn chairs and your appetites and enjoy a food truck dinner while you eagerly anticipate the amazing Stittsville fireworks display. We will provide picnic tables for you! As always, our event is volunteer planned and run by the volunteers from The Stittsville Village Association. Located at the field behind Sacred Heart High School / CARDELREC-Goulbourn (Abbott @ Shea), 4:00pm-11:00pm. More info…

Canada Day reminders

• City of Ottawa fireworks regulations and safety. More info…
• OC Transpo is the best way to travel to Canada Day events across the city, with free service all day on O-Train lines, buses and Para Transpo.

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Councillor Glen invites you to join us on July 1, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. at the Stittsville sign (Kavanagh Green) for a special Canada Day Flag Raising Ceremony. This annual tradition, now in its fifth year, aims to promote civic pride and kick off Canada Day with a memorable event. Wear your red and white!

Location: Stittsville sign at Kavanagh Green, (corner of Hazeldean and Stittsville Main)

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.

Assistez à la cérémonie du lever du drapeau de la fête du Canada! (2026)

Le conseiller Glen Gower vous invite à vous joindre à lui le 1^er juillet à 9 h devant l’enseigne de Stittsville (Espace vert Kavanagh) à l’occasion d’une cérémonie spéciale de lever du drapeau pour souligner la fête du Canada. Cette tradition annuelle, qui en est à sa cinquième année, vise à promouvoir la fierté civique et à lancer de façon mémorable la fête du Canada.

Lieu : Devant l’enseigne de Stittsville – Espace vert Kavanagh (à l’angle de la rue Stittsville Main et du chemin Hazeldean)

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 glen.gower@ottawa.ca ou composer le 613-580-2476.

A few photos from our 2025 ceremony!

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This summer, crews will be re-gravelling the Trans Canada Trail (Ottawa-Carleton Trailway) between West Ridge Drive and Ashton Station Road.

Tendering has closed and a contract has been awarded, with construction running from early July to late October. Work will occur segment-by-segment, so there will be closures along some segments during the summer and fall.

Once timelines are finalized, City staff will distribute notices to adjacent residents, landowners, and trail user groups. We’ll also share updates in this space once we have more information.

AVIS DE CONSTRUCTION : Rechargement granulaire du Sentier transcanadien

Cet été, les équipes effectueront le rechargement granulaire du Sentier transcanadien (Sentier Ottawa-Carleton) entre la promenade West Ridge et le chemin Ashton Station.

L’appel d’offres est terminé, et un contrat a été attribué. Les travaux de construction se dérouleront du début de juillet à la fin d’octobre, tronçon par tronçon, de sorte qu’il y aura des fermetures de certains tronçons au cours de l’été et de l’automne.

Une fois les échéanciers établis, le personnel de la Ville distribuera des avis aux résidents adjacents, aux propriétaires fonciers et aux groupes d’usagers des sentiers. Nous partagerons également des mises à jour dans cet espace lorsque nous obtiendrons d’autres renseignements.

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This new program was approved by City Council back in December during our annual budget process but I feel like it’s still under the radar for many families in the community. You’ll see more advertising and promotion over the next couple of weeks.

I’m hoping it will encourage young people to try out transit, gain some independence, and reduce the number of times they’re asking parents to drive them somewhere, or take an Uber.

The program runs from July 1 until August 31, and applies to all OC Transpo buses, trains and Para Transpo.

To qualify, youth will have to:

1. Purchase a Presto card if they don’t already have one. Presto cards cost $4.00 and you can buy one at participating Shoppers, Loblaws and Real Canadian Superstores. Find a location here
2. Set a “Pre-Teen” or “Youth” pass on the card. (The pass you need depends on your age.) You can do this at participating Shoppers, Loblaws and Real Canadian Superstore locations. Find a location here
3. Tap the card on the fare gate (trains) or fare reader (buses) to board for free.

After the summer: As of September 1, pre-teens and youth can ride free on weekday evenings (after 5 pm), plus weekends and holidays for the rest of the year with a Presto card. Outside of these times, regular fares apply.

Kids 10 and under ride for free all year round

If you’re taking a bus, Para Transpo, or Para Transpo Rural, kids 10 and under can board without paying a fare. If you’re taking the O-Train, they can either:

• Enter at the accessible (wide) fare gate with a fare-paying adult.
• If you’re riding alone, tap through the fare gate with a special Child card.

More information at OCTranspo.com…

OC Transpo local routes serving Stittsville

• Route 60: Travels between the Real Canadian Superstore on Eagleson Road, and Terry Fox Station (Kanata Centrum). It follows Terry Fox Drive on the eastern edge of Stittsville.
• Route 61: A cross-town route that travels between CARDELREC in Stittsville and Tunney’s Pasture Station. Includes service on Fernbank, Stittsville Main, Hazeldean, and Terry Fox Station.
• Route 62: A cross-town route that travels between CARDELREC in Stittsville and Tunney’s Pasture Station. Includes service to the Connections neighbourhood, Tanger Outlets, Kanata Centrum, and Terry Fox Station.
• Route 67: Serves the Blackstone, Fernbank Crossing, and Abbottsville Crossing communities, connecting to Terry Fox Station (Kanata Centrum).
• Route 68: Formerly known as Route 88, this route runs from Terry Fox Station through Kanata and Bells Corners to Baseline Station (Algonquin College).
• Route 162: Travels between Tanger Outlets on and Terry Fox Station (Kanata Centrum). Includes service to Canadian Tire Centre and Palladium Drive.
• Route 168: Travels between Kanata South and Terry Fox Station (Kanata Centrum), including part of the Fernbank Crossing neighbourhood and the Walmart on Fernbank.

• Circuit 60 : Entre le Real Canadian Superstore, sur le chemin Eagleson, et la station Terry-Fox (Kanata Centrum). Suit la promenade Terry-Fox à l’extrémité est de Stittsville.
• Circuit 61 : Traverse la ville et relie le Complexe récréatif CARDELREC de Stittsville à la station Tunney’s Pasture. Dessert le chemin Fernbank, la rue Stittsville Main, le chemin Hazeldean et la station Terry-Fox.
• Circuit 62 : Traverse la ville et relie le Complexe récréatif CARDELREC de Stittsville à la station Tunney’s Pasture. Dessert le quartier Connections, le centre commercial Tanger Outlets, le Kanata Centrum et la station Terry-Fox.
• Circuit 67 : Dessert les communautés de Blackstone, de Fernbank Crossing et d’Abbottsville Crossing et se rend à la station Terry-Fox (Kanata Centrum).
• Circuit 68 : Anciennement connu sous le nom de Circuit 88, va de la station Terry-Fox jusqu’à la station Baseline (Collège Algonquin) en passant par Kanata et Bells Corners.)
• Circuit 162 : Entre le centre commercial Tanger Outlets et la station Terry-Fox (Kanata Centrum). Dessert le Centre Canadian Tire et la promenade Palladium.
• Circuit 168 : Va de Kanata Sud jusqu’à la station Terry-Fox (Kanata Centrum) et dessert une partie du quartier Fernbank Crossing ainsi que le Walmart du chemin Fernbank.

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This week’s updates:

• Stittsville Front Porch Concerts postponed to next Thursday
• June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day
• June 24 showcase at Space & Time Studios
• Stittsville Family Bike Ride on June 28 + Let’s Bike Ottawa
• Canada Day preview
• Congrats to West Side Pride on a great Pride Breakfast
• Recap: Roger Griffiths Avenue street naming ceremony
• What was causing the overnight noise in Stittsville
• Wild Parsnip treatment at local parks
• Carp Road construction update
• Stittsville North future neighbourhood concept plans
• Queensway construction update
• Rouncey Park splash pad undergoing repairs
• Hazardous Waste Depot on June 28 at Trail Road Landfill
• Congrats Mya Vaslet, drafted by PWHL Hamilton
• Congrats to local graduates
• Happy Father’s Day

Have a great week!

–Councillor Glen

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