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Spring 2026 tree planting update
(Photo: Volunteers participate in a community tree planting event organized by the Eco West Enders in October 2025.) La version française suit Forestry Services’ spring caliper tree planting program begins this week and will run until mid-June, weather permitting....
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: May 6, 2026
Upcoming events in Stittsville
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...
NOTEBOOK: Taking stock of Stittsville Main Street
About 40 people joined us on Saturday for the annual Jane’s Walk on Stittsville Main Street. It was part of the Ottawa Jane’s Walk Festival with dozens of free walking tours happening all over Ottawa (and many more happening around the world). This year’s walk focused...
Committees review progress on speeding up home construction in Ottawa
La version française suit In a joint meeting today, the Finance and Corporate Services Committee and the Planning and Housing Committee reviewed the progress of the Housing Acceleration Plan. Council approved the Housing Acceleration Plan in October 2025, with 58...
May 26: Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood open house #2
La version française suit The second open house for the Stittsville North (W2) future neighbourhood development plan will take place on May 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at CARDELREC (1500 Shea Road). This drop in event will include information on the area’s existing...
UPDATE: Hobin Street sidewalk open house
La version française suit Great turn-out and constructive feedback at our Hobin Street sidewalk open house on Thursday. City staff have posted a "roll plan" map showing the proposed sidewalk and pedestrian upgrade, and they are still accepting resident feedback. Visit...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / May 2, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m on Stittsville Main Street ahead of the yearly Jane’s Walk. It’s a walking tour starting at 4pm from Village Square Park, part of the city-wide Jane’s Walk festival. https://youtu.be/sHfK6x_4jz8 This week’s updates: Paint It Up! mural project...
Pavement markings start Monday, May 4
La version française suit After a long, cold and storm-packed winter, spring has finally sprung and with seasonal transition now in our rearview, our pavement markings artists are back and are gearing up for the start of our pavement markings season! Seasonal Prep...
Parks maintenance spring update
La version française suit Did Seasonal Transition happen on April 20? Yes! Did it snow that day? You know it did! But the calendar says spring is here and your Parks Maintenance staff is on the job, regardless of the weather, getting our outdoor amenities ready to use...
Audit Committee discusses City’s management of cash-in-lieu of parkland funds
La version française suit The City of Ottawa’s Audit Committee met to receive an audit examining the management of cash-in-lieu of parkland funds. City by-laws require that developers provide new parkland, cash-in-lieu of parkland, or a combination of the two, as a...
MAY 2: Jane’s Walk on Stittsville Main Street (2026)
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...
June 20, 2026: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival
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,...
May 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...
Helmet Safety – Have fun being physically active while keeping yourself and your family safe!
La version française suit Spring is here and warm weather has finally arrived, making it easier to be physically active outdoors. Whether participating in cycling, inline skating, scooter riding or skateboarding, head injuries can happen. The effects of a head injury...
New strategy helps families experiencing homelessness move more quickly into stable housing
La version française suit The Community Services Committee approved a new approach to help families experiencing homelessness move more quickly out of temporary shelter and into safe, stable housing. Pathways to Housing, Ottawa’s Family Homelessness Strategy, responds...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Newsletter: April 29, 2026
Share the Road: Ottawa Police highlight e-scooter safety
La version française suit The number of e-scooters is expected to increase significantly on city streets by the end of April, and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) is reminding e-scooter riders and the public about rules and tips for operating them safely. “We get a lot...
NOTEBOOK: Why uploading the LRT matters for Ottawa transit and taxpayers
La version française suit Last Tuesday, Mayor Mark Sutcliffe and Ontario Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria signed a Memorandum of Understanding that will commit both parties to upload ownership and responsibility for the O-Train and Highway 174 in the east end...
Councillor Glen’s Weekly Video / April 25, 2026
Good morning! Today I’m at the Amberwood Golf Course, with a reminder that memberships are available now from the Amberwood Village Recreation Association for the many programs offered at the facility. https://youtu.be/ZPjsc79z7dY This week’s updates: Congratulations...
