Councillor Glen's Stittsville Updates

This week’s updates:Coldest Night of the Year raises over $21,000 for LionheartsMississippi Valley Conservation Authority - Carp River watershed flood outlook statementPotholes & puddles: submit a request via ottawa.ca/311/More cricket pitches coming for Ottawa, including Bradley-Craig ParkOC Transpo announces “substantial completion” for O-Train Line 1 EastCouncillor Chat today at Farm Boy (Carp @ Hazeldean), 10am-noonUpcoming events: glengower.ca/events (including a puzzle fundraiser for Amelia Derk, and the Welcome to Stittsville Festival in June)International Women’s Day on March 8Rotary Trivia - thank youGood luck to Collinda Joseph (curling) at the Paralympics Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lionhearts Inc. is TONIGHT. Still time to make a donation:“Brummell-Curry Park” - commemorating the service of “The Two Johns”Plant Your Place - free trees for your property6111 Hazeldean Road site plan + Stittsville development updateMulti-Cultural & Human Rights CalendarSpeaker Series: Ottawa Public Health - Advancing equity, diversity and inclusion Save the date: Welcome to Stittsville Multicultural Festival on June 20Upcoming events at https://glengower.ca/events/Support local businesses #supportlocalstittsville Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Coldest Night of the Year for Lionhearts - still time sign to sign up or donateAn update on my election plansWaste collection day changes coming March 30Update on cricket pitches in our community (and beyond)Volunteer Award nominations close this weekKiwanis Home Bosses Youth Centre is looking for adult volunteersRamadan, Lent, and the Lunar New YearOlympic hockey gold medal game - watch parties Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Remembering Marion GullockClaridge applies for an urban boundary expansion west of Stittsville2 Pretty Street - update on affordable housing projectMayor visits Stittsville, with stops at Shingwàkons, Habitat for Humanity Re-Store, and Ritual on Stittsville MainChuks Onwuachi (The Brotherhood Coalition) and Natalie Taite (Ottawa Young Black Professionals) visited City HallOC Transpo Transit Committee update + LRT east opening infoYour waste pick-up day may be changingColdest Night of the Year moves to Stittsville Main StreetDeadline for Micro-Grant applications is this weekNow accepting Volunteer Award nominationsStittsville Lions effective speaking contestRamadan begins this week and Lent begins this weekFUNdraiser Valentine’s Day craft market at Johnny Leroux ArenaFamily Day Skate on Monday - registration is full Have an excellent weekend! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Family Day Skate at CARDELRECCouncillor Chat today at Brown’s, 10am-noonStittsville Community Micro-Grants - deadline February 20Upcoming workshop about community associationsStittsville Volunteer Awards - nominations are openColdest Night of the Year for Lionhearts - a new route on Stittsville Main StreetOC Transpo updateMoving ahead on a new paramedic facility for the west endTurning the page with the Stittsville Creative Writing GroupCongrats Ottawa Sports Awards winners: Allan Ryan, Tyrone Henry, Collinda Joseph, Trinity LowthianGood luck to everyone competing in the West Ottawa Ringette tournament Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Snowshoe Fest on the Trans Canada Trail todayBe a hydrant hero, and also shovel out your furnace ventsJoin us for the Coldest Night of the Year fundraiser for LionheartsNominations are open for the 2026 Stittsville Volunteer AwardsA reminder for humans and dogs who like to walk at Shea WoodsFaith leaders roundtableOC Transpo info session recapCarp Road Corridor BIA annual general meetingRemembering Gord AtkinsonCouncil passes a new Zoning By-lawCaivan’s subdivision application at Shea & FlewellynBlack History Month and our Multicultural CalendarUpcoming events, including a photo exhibit from the Goulbourn Township Historical Society Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Stitt Street Park consultation event for today has been cancelled due to cold weatherCold weather = great-tasting tap waterSnow removal operations underwayOC Transpo: Bus fleet update and LRT issuesOC Transpo info session for Stittsville and Kanata residents on Monday eveningNew zoning by-law comes to Council on WednesdayChanges to the Urban Fire Boundary in StittsvilleStittsville Community Micro-Grants - deadline for applications at the end of FebruaryColdest Night of the Year fundraiser for Lionhearts - please register or make a donationVideo series about upcoming projects and initiatives in StittsvilleChanges made to traffic light timing at Robert Grant & Hazeldean Stay warm! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Snow! Thanks to snow plow operators, and thanks to residents for co-operating with the parking ban. Plus some reminders for the next big snowfall.Join us for the Coldest Night of the Year fundraising walk on February 28, supporting Lionhearts Inc.Stittsville Community Micro-GrantsOC Transpo info session on January 26Ottawa Police CommunityConnectCatholic elementary school gets site plan approvalCall Miller Waste for recycling inquiries: 1-888-852-2374 or area2@millerwaste.caStitt Street Park consultation on January 24Celebration of Life for Tysen Lefebvre on TuesdayCanadian Tire Centre celebrates 30 yearsHappy birthday wishes Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

Good morning! Today I’m at Silas Bradley Park (Orvieto Way at Edenwylde) in the Edenwylde neighbourhood. It’s one of 16 outdoor rinks in Stittsville. A big thank you to all of the volunteers who are working hard this season to keep the ice in great shape… despite the challenging weather today! This week’s updates:Silas Bradley Park is one of ⁠16 outdoor rinks⁠ in Stittsville.Remembering Tysen Lefebvre2026 Micro-grant program launchJanuary 24: Bring your ideas for Stitt Street Park OC Transpo fleet updateSchool bell times & traffic safetyMulticultural calendar for JanuaryHydro Ottawa’s Top 5 reasons for power outagesVacant Unit Tax - declaration portal is now openRecycling pick-up is now through “Circular Materials” via Miller WasteEmergency prep reminder Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:- Celebrating Hanukkah and supporting our Jewish neighbours - Ottawa Fire tips about oven fires- Ottawa Police tips to avoid residential break-ins- OC Transpo Food Drive results- OC Transpo winter schedule starts on December 21- OC Transpo is free on New Year’s Eve- Committee passes new Zoning By-law + update on local files- Recycling changes coming January 1- Reminder to get your flu shot and COVID shot (and RSV, if you’re eligible)- Our office will be closed December 24, reopening January 5- Support local businesses!Merry Christmas!–Councillor Glen

Today is the 41st Annual OC Transpo Food Drive, and volunteers are at Brown’s (Stittsville Main) and No Frills (Iber Road) collecting donations for the Stittsville Food Bank. Let’s fill the bus! More updates:City Budget 2026: Stittsville projects, police, affordable housing, infrastructure, transitNew Zoning By-law coming to committee this weekOttawa Public Health reminder about vaccinesWinter parking remindersBrae Street parking reminderDevelopment files: Hazeldean @ Savage; MTO Highway Maintenance Yard; a new Catholic high schoolParade of Lights / thanks to the Stittsville Village AssociationUpcoming eventsIce safety reminderChanges to recycling on January 1Happy Hanukkah Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Stittsville Village Association presents the Parade of Lights this eveningNew sign for the Stittsville Muslim AssociationCity Budget wraps up on Wednesday, plus results of our budget surveyNew Zoning By-law gets closer to the finish lineIdylea pathway construction beginsMoodie on-ramp re-opensSupport the Stittsville Food BankOttawa Safety Council is looking for more adult crossing guardsOSTA is running a survey about school transportationUpcoming events, including today’s FUNdraiser market, and Letters for SantaDecember 11: Coyote info sessionDecember 3: International Day of Persons with DisabilitiesDecember 5: International Volunteer DayDecember 6: National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against WomenReminder: Stay off the ice at stormwater ponds  See you at the parade!  –Councillor Glen

 This week’s updates:This week ⁠we celebrated the 25th anniversary of the facility⁠ with some of the people who were instrumental in getting the facility built back in the days of Goulbourn Township.Small Business Saturday #SupportLocalStittsvilleCity budget updates: OC Transpo, Public Works & InfrastructureCouncillor Chat today at Farm Boy, 10am-12pmWinter parking restrictions start December 1Coyote Information Session with Coyote Watch Canada on December 11Huntmar northbound has re-openedIdylea Linear Park constructionStitt Street Park concept plans6310 Hazeldean Road - minor zoning amendment and site planZonta Orange Ladies for the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based ViolenceOttawa Police / Mothers Against Drunk Driving RIDE programParade of Lights on December 6Christmas singalong on December 8Holiday giving: Angel Tree, Toy Mountain, Stittsville Food Bank Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:City budget: $23-million (plus more) allocated for affordable housing constructionResident pop-up at No Frills this morning, 10am-12pmRECAP: O.P.P. anti-fraud presentationCARDELREC–Goulbourn 25th Anniversary celebration on Tuesday#SupportLocalStittsvilleBlasting at 1650 SheaTree removal at 37 WildpineWinter parking reminderRink volunteersParade of Lights volunteersUnited Way Burger Battle at ALEWeekend events & activities Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Maplewood Secondary School official openingThanks to the Legion for the Remembrance Day ceremonyRecap of “Are we ready?” our panel on climate resiliencyRecap of our Carp Road construction meetingCity Budget 2026 & what’s in it for StittsvilleHuntmar northbound closed November 16-26 between Maple Grove & PalladiumAnti-Fraud workshop on November 19CARDELREC-Goulbourn 25th Anniversary on November 25Local events at glengower.ca/events/Volunteers needed: Parade of Lights, outdoor rinksReminder to get your flu shot & COVID shotKichi Zībī Mīkan - closure this weekend, then re-opening to four lanes on MondaySchool zone traffic safety reminderRemembering Grant Dillenbeck Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Remembrance Day activitiesBudget survey + a drop-in event this morning at Brown’s IndependentNovember 10: “Are We Ready?” a panel about adapting to climate change and growthNovember 13: Carp Road construction meetingNovember 19: O.P.P. anti-fraud workshopVolunteers needed for the Parade of LightsVolunteers needed for outdoor rinksThe law is changing for carbon monoxide alarms in homesChanges are coming to recycling (blue bin and black bin) on January 1Automated speed enforcement (speed camera) ban starts November 14Construction work along Huntmar, between Maple Grove and PalladiumSaturday: Stittsville United Church Holly Jolly ChristmasSaturday: FUNdraiser Market at Johnny Leroux arenaSaturday: Ottawa West Arts Association launches “Beautiful Things” exhibit at CARDELRECSunday: Market @ the Barn Holiday Market Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Stittsville Legion Poppy CampaignHazardous Waste Depot today on Westbrook Drive (off Carp)Pumpkin Parade tonight at Village Square ParkOttawa Public Health measles alertNovember 10: Are We Ready - a panel on climate change and resilienceNovember 13: Carp Road construction meetingNovember 19: Anti-fraud workshopRouncey @ Tapadero; Rouncey @ Westphalian: Sidewalk upgradesGranite Ridge stormwater pond maintenanceTerry Fox / Westphalian pathway upgradesTake our budget surveyLansdowne Park updateProvince bans speed cameras (Speed cameras work!)Traffic safety reminderParade of Lights volunteersOutdoor rink volunteersLion on the Beach travel raffle Have a great week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates: Robert Grant Avenue is open!Carp Road construction meeting on November 13West Ridge - pedestrian & cyclist safety & accessibility drop-in today 10am-noonCouncil approves primary care strategy + Kanata-Stittsville Health Hub motionWe’re sending less to the landfillSite plans for a new school on Triangle, and for low-rise homes at 815 Roger Griffiths in MapletonTraining for snow plow operatorsSmall Business WeekEvents today: Octoboofest, Fall Supper at Stittsville United ChurchNovember 1: Pumpkin ParadeNovember 10: “Are We Ready” Resiliency panelNovember 19: O.P.P. Anti-fraud workshopRemembering Robin DerrickRemembering Robyn Guest   Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates: Tree planting event by the Eco West EndersStittsville Muslim Association coffeehouse on SundayPrimary care update: A new recruitment & retention strategy for Ottawa, plus a step forward on our Kanata-Stittsvile Primary Care Health HubNew license program for landscapersCOVID & flu vaccine reminderOttawa Police warn about distraction theftsKichi Zībī Mīkan closures this weekendNew pathway construction along Terry Fox near WestphalianOctober 25: West Ridge sidewalk & bike lane infoNovember 10: Are We Ready? a panel about adapting to climate change and growthNovember 13: Carp Road construction info meetingRobert Grant Avenue updateLegion poppy sales - volunteer opportunityDiwali starts on Monday Have an excellent week! –Councillor Glen

This week’s updates:Peak yard waste seasonThanksgiving schedule changesRobert Grant Avenue “pre-opening” recap, plus what’s nextRegional Group’s housing proposal for 560 Hazeldean RoadRecap: Stittsville South update meetingCouncil approves Housing Task Force recommendationsUpdate on Fernbank truck trafficOctober 25: Learn about sidewalk, accessibility, and cycling improvements for West RidgeRSV vaccines for older adults#weekwithoutdriving recapUpcoming events: glengower.ca/events/October 11: Stittsville Food Bank pumpkin giveawayOctober 11: GobblefestOctober 12: Market @ The Barn - last one of the seasonOctober 16: Stittsville Village Association AGMOctober 18: 9RunRunOctober 18: Eco West Enders tree plantingOctober 19: Stittsville Muslim Association coffeehouse Have a great Thanksgiving weekend! –Councillor Glen