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UPDATE: Shea Woods dog park
A few weeks back we posted a reminder for people who walk their dogs in Shea Woods. That prompted several questions from residents about the status of the forest and the future dog park. What is Shea Woods? Shea Woods is located east of Shea Road and south of the...
Committee approves new Access By-law
La version française suit The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee approved a new Access By-law to help regulate the construction, use and maintenance of private approaches and to clarify the work property owners can undertake on their driveaway or laneway that...
March 2026: Multicultural & Human Rights Calendar
La version française suit 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...
Upcoming Paul Lindsay Park stormwater maintenance
Originally published May 1, 2025 La version française suit There is an upcoming sediment cleanout project scheduled for the stormwater pond at Paul Lindsay Park, located at 81 Trailway Circle in Amberwood. This essential maintenance work will ensure the pond...
Council adopts refreshed growth projections for Ottawa
La version française suit Council adopted updated population, household and employment projections to 2051. The projections will serve to guide Ottawa’s Growth Management Strategy as part of the ongoing Official Plan update. The Province requires municipalities to...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: February 25, 2026
Upcoming events in Stittsville
Send your event info to glen.gower@ottawa.ca February 2026 February 1-28: Goulbourn’s Musical Talent: Past and Present (photo display) In celebration of Heritage Month, the Goulbourn Township Historical Society, will host a special photo display highlighting the rich...
Committee moves to improve support for people experiencing homelessness
La version française suit The Community Services Committee approved a redesigned Unsheltered Homelessness Outreach Model that will create a more coordinated and consistent system for supporting people experiencing unsheltered homelessness across Ottawa. The updated...
NOTEBOOK: Motion to commemorate John Brummell and John Curry
Wednesday morning at City Council I will be introducing a notice of motion for a commemorative naming to honour John Curry and John Brummell. John Curry was the long-time editor and publisher of the Stittsville News, as well as an avid local historian and author. He...
VIDEO: All about the Stittsville West urban expansion application
La version française suit You might have heard: Claridge wants to build new homes on 112 hectares of land just west of Stittsville. So they’ve applied to the City for an urban boundary expansion. In this video I explain what's happening, and stick to the end - I'll...
2026 Stittsville Volunteer Awards: call for nominations
Originally published January 23, 2026 La version française suit Do you know a person, business or community group that has gone above and beyond to make a difference in Stittsville? We want to hear about them! The Stittsville Volunteer Awards are an opportunity to...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / February 21, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at Mary Durling Park on Brae Crescent, one of 16 great outdoor rinks in Stittsville. https://youtu.be/Wv544fZyJVk This week’s updates: Coldest Night of the Year for Lionhearts - still time to sign up or donate An update on my election plans...
A list of outdoor rinks in Stittsville (2026)
Originally published January 9, 2026 La version française suit Skating is a great way to stay active during the winter months, and there are plenty of rinks in Stittsville to lace 'em up and get some practice. This year we have 17 outdoor rinks in our community,...
What’s the latest on Stittsville residential development files? (February 2026)
La version française suit (Photo: Homes under construction in the Abbott's Run subdivision, February 2026) There are over two dozen residential projects in Stittsville that are in various stages of the approval and pre-construction process. Here’s the latest...
Winter storm resources
La version française suit We've collected some links with useful local information to help you through the winter storm. When there's severe weather, stay at home if you can. If you have to head out, check the conditions first, go slow, and stay safe! Weather Check...
6111 Hazeldean Road: Site Plan Control application
La version française suit The City of Ottawa has received a Site Plan Control application from Grant Castle Corporation is for a new strip mall at 6111 Hazeldean Road. The site is located on the north side of Hazeldean Road, west of the Hazeldean Road and Stittsville...
February 28: Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lionhearts
Originally published January 16, 2026 La version française suit Are you a part of a big-hearted business, group or family? We invite you to join team “Councillor Glen & Friends” in support of Lionhearts Inc. Ottawa at the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser on...
Stittsville Community Micro-Grant program
Originally published January 9, 2026 La version française suit Once again this year, we’re accepting applications from Stittsville residents for the Stittsville Community Micro-Grant program. The program provides grants of up to $200 for qualifying projects that...
Your waste collection day may change starting March 30
La version française suit Starting Monday, March 30, your waste collection day may change due to the City’s new curbside collection contract. All your waste including garbage, organics, leaf and yard waste, and recycling will still be picked up on the same day but...
The price of distracted driving
La version française suit Distracted driving is an unsafe, illegal, and high-risk driving behaviour that puts the lives of others – and your own – at risk. In Ottawa between 2019 and 2023, 61 per cent of fatal and major injury collisions involved one or more drivers...
