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September 2025
September 26/27 Stittsville Haunted Heritage Tours
Join us each Friday and Saturday evenings until November 8th for the 2026 Haunted Heritage Tour. We start at Brews and Blues, 1523 Stittsville Main Street, at 7:00 P.M. and 9:00 P.M. and then take a stroll through some of Stittsville’s darkest places. Tours last 90 minutes with a cost of $19.50 each. Are you brave enough to experience some of Stittsville’s unexplained? For further information, please visit, here
September 27: Hazeldean Cemetery Tour
At 1:30 p.m. at the Old Union (Pioneer) Cemetery. Led by Roger Young, a well-known local historian and descendant of the original Talbot Settlers of Hazeldean, we will visit two local historical cemeteries. The visit starts with the Old Union Cemetery at 21 Young Road, which is behind the Masonic Hall and across the Street from St. Paul’s Anglican Church. A short drive will take us to Maple Grove Cemetery at the Corner of McCurdy Drive and Maple Grove Road. For more information, please contact Mark Heckman at the GTHS President@goulbournhistoricalsociety.org
September 28: Community Expo Bazaar
The Stittsville Muslim Association will be hosting their Community Expo Bazaar at 1469 Stittsville Main Street, from 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. This free family community event will include a barbecue, cotton candy and much more! For further information, please contact Stittsville Muslims
October 2025
October 4: The Lone Mitten Project
Have you ever wondered what happens to the mittens in that lost and found bin? Sadly without a mate, a majority of these near perfect mittens and gloves end up in landfills.The Lone Mitten Project aims to change all that. During this event, we will create upcycled tags of love for the recipients of these closely matched mitts. Your help will ensure 1000+ pairs are rescued from landfill and give the gift of warm hands this winter. This event is presented in partnership with OSEAN (Ottawa South Eco-Action Network) and the Stittsville Community Micro-Grant Program and will be held at 1:00 P.M. at the Stittsville Branch of the Ottawa Public Library, 1637 Stittsville Main Street. For further information, please visit, The Gift of Warmth and Diversion
October 5: Treat Accessibly Halloween Village
Families and the homeowners of Baywood Drive in Stittsville are pleased to extend an official invitation to you to join them in celebrating the vibrant spirit of your community and its accessible kindness to Ottawa Families and the country. They are proud to share the inspiring story of how, once again, 30 homeowners along Baywood Drive have rallied together to support the Treat Accessibly Halloween Village this year, marking its 4th year—a testament to the strong community bonds they uphold. The event runs from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.. This event is free to participate. For further information, please visit, Ottawa Treat Accessibly Halloween Village in Stittsville
October 9: Jokes for Jack
Come join in the laughs with Simon Rakoff (as seen on Just for Laughs!) at the Comedy Show Fundraiser, at Absolute Comedy, 412 Preston Street. Show starts at 8:30 p.m. hosted by comedian Jim McNally. Cost is $25.00 per ticket with funds going towards SPG4 research to find a cure for a local Stittsville boy, Jack! To purchase tickets, please contact Amanda: 613-979-8272 or amanda1.conyers28@gmail.com. To learn more about why we are fundraising: please visit, https://blugenes.org/spg4-cure/
October 11: Gobblefest Market
The Stittsville Community Crafters, Producers and Vendor Markets are hosting their 4th annual Gobblefest Thanksgiving market at the Johnny Leroux Arena, 10 Colpitts Lane. This event runs from 10:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M. and will include door prize draws for frozen turkeys, fall home-baked goods, desserts and other treats. A 50/50 draw and live music make this an event you won’t want to miss! Volunters are still needed to assist with this event. For further information, please contact, StittsvilleMarkets@gmail.com
October 16: Stittsville Village Association Annual General Meeting
Hey Stittsville, we need you! The Stittsville Village Association is holding an Annual General meeting on October 16 at 6:30 p.m., at the CARDEL Recreation Centre, upstairs Boardroom. At this meeting, we’ll nominate and vote on all board member positions. We’ll also hear from community members who would like to share comments with the board. Currently, Vice-President and many member-at-large positions are vacant. We’re recruiting new board members to coordinate social media advertising, volunteer sign-ups, fundraising, and support for our annual events, including: Parade of Lights in December, Canada Day celebration, Art in the Park at Village Square, and Music and Movies at Village Square. Existing board members are stretched thin, and these events are at risk without more people stepping up to help us coordinate. We’re looking for fresh ideas AND the energy to make it happen. Commitment is flexible, but involves one monthly meeting, in addition to support in lead-up and on event-days.
October 18: Kanata Seniors Council Health Fair
You are invited to attend the Kanata Seniors Council Health Fair from 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at the Kanata Seniors Centre, 2500 Campeau Drive, Kanata. This special event, organized in partnership with the Older Adult Centres’ Association of Ontario (OACAO) and supported by funding from the Government of Ontario, will provide a unique platform to enhance the health and well-being of our senior community. The day’s schedule will feature a variety of informative seminars, health clinics, demonstrations, and interactive activities designed to empower seniors with knowledge about maintaining their health and well-being. For further information, please contact michaelmcmahon99@gmail.com
October 23: Volunteer Ottawa – The VOscars Volunteer Awards Gala
The VOscars is the highlight of the year for the city’s volunteers and non-profits.The event celebrates Ottawa’s vibrant volunteer community and offers special recognition to individuals, organizations, and businesses that have made a significant difference in the community. Celebrate the helpers with us and enjoy live entertainment, a multi-course meal from Preston Event Centre and of course — the awards ceremony itself! The 2025 VOscars Awards Gala will start at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, October 23, at the Preston Event Centre, 523 St Anthony St, Ottawa.
October 25: Oktoboo Fest
Come shop and be eligible to win door prizes at the Johnny Leroux Arena, 10 Warner Colpitts Lane, from 10:00 A.M. toStittsvilleMarkets@gmail.com 2:30 P.M. Lots of local vendors with a wide variety of specialty items offered by local artisans and crafters. Volunteers are still needed to assist with this event. For further information, please email
September 29, October 27, November 24, and December 15: International Film Series
In collaboration with the Film Circuit of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF), the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville will be showing four films at Landmark Cinemas, Kanata this fall. These films will be screened at 4:00 P.M. and 7:00 P.M. The price of a pass for the four films is $60.00. Please note that these films deal with mature subjects and are not suitable for children. Profits from the International Film Series support a variety of Rotary club projects and donations within our community and around the world. Filns are as follows;
September 29: Being Cyrano (Dans la peau de Cyrano), October 27: Bob Trevino Likes It, November 24: Secret Mall Apartment, and December 15: The Penguin Lessons. Please contact Charles Mossman (charcz@yahoo.com) for 4:00 pm passes, or Sandra Burt (sburt@uwaterloo.ca) for 7:00 pm passes.
Every Saturday: Stittsville Parkrun
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: Stittsville Market at The Barn
Stittsville Market at the Barn is Stittsville’s very own Farmer’s Market, where locally grown, raised, produced, and handcrafted products are highlighted. The Market is located at 6154 Abbott St. East (next to Village Square Park along the Trans Canada Trail, on Stittsville Main Street and Abbott St East). Public parking is available off Main Street, next to Pet Agree Grooming, and the market is accessible via OC Transpo Routes 61 and 163. Open 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: St. Thomas Clothing Drop-Off
St. Thomas Anglican Church, located at 1619 Stittsville Main, accepts gently used clothing every Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.. Please do not leave clothing after these hours. They accept clothing with no holes, rips, or pet hair. They will take all sizes, shoes, boots and outerwear. If you would like to volunteer with set-up, sorting or takedown, please call 613-836-5741. Their Next to New Clothing store is only open to recipients of the Stittsville Food Bank.
Every Monday: Cribbage
The Stittsville Friendship Club will be hosting their afternoon cribbage games from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Stittsville Legion (Lower Hall) located at 1481 Stittsville Main Street. Members and Non-Members at all skill levels are welcome. For more information, Pamela Kiez: p.kiez@hotmail.com or Patricia Blair: p_blair@hotmail.ca