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16 teams competed for the title at 17th Annual Trivia Night

Interesting questions presented a challenge for 128 participants who were there to have fun and support Rotary’s charitable projects.

Determined spirit is this Rotary club’s secret to success!

Enthusiastic members of Rotary Club Kigali Virunga are dedicated to serving their community.

Maidan Market is a Welcome Hub for Ukrainian Newcomers

The resource centre provides vital services including information services, learning and networking opportunities as well as life coaching sessions.

Working together to maintain a green and clean community

Stittsville Rotarians volunteered in the city-wide spring cleanup initiative on Earth Day.

Are You Up For The Challenge?

Stittsville Rotary Trivia Night on Friday, May 26^th is ready for you.

Stittsville Rotary 17^th Annual Trivia Challenge

Sew n Sew program has expanded to include new locations in Manitoba and Saskatchewan

Sew & Sew program equips remote community schools with quality sewing machines and supplies for sewing labs so they can teach a valuable life skill through traditional projects.

On the Land teaches heritage skills to Indigenous children

Land-based learning is a vital component of Indigenous education that connects youth to traditional language and Indigenous ways of knowing at the hands of skilled and experienced Educators

Stittsville Food Bank assists those in need in Stittsville and surrounding areas.

About 100 unpaid volunteers do a great job of collecting, organizing and distributing non-perishable and perishable food items.

Are you looking for a way to volunteer in your community?

Stittsville Rotary Club may be the right choice for you and we are looking for new members.

Immigrant Women’s Services Offers Support to Newcomers in Ottawa

Crisis intervention provides counseling in establishing safety plans, transitioning to shelters, and providing information on affordable housing and legal services

Enhance Biodiversity in Your Gardens

Ensuring a continuous succession of blooms from spring through fall provides a steady supply of nectar and pollen for wildlife.

Support is available for individuals who are learning to live with grief

Well-trained volunteer grief facilitators can provide peer bereavement support and education.

Stittsville Rotary Welcomes A New Member

Joining Rotary is a great way to make a difference in the community.

Newcomers to Canada find a warm, diverse and accepting community

Rainbow Haven sponsors, settles and advocates for LGBTQ+ refugees in Ottawa through the private sponsorship program of the federal government.

: Stittsville Rotary offers support to an essential volunteer organization in Richmond

230 volunteers at the Richmond Food Bank provide healthy food weekly to more than 2,200 Richmond residents.

Here Comes Santa Claus!

Stittsville Rotary joined in the 50-float Parade of Lights down Stittsville Main Street

Stittsville Rotary makes a welcome donation of $1,000 to the Stittsville Food Bank

Many volunteers are working hard to meet the increasing needs of the community.

Stittsville Rotary Donates Colorful Illustrated Dictionaries to Grade 3 Students

A great opportunity to promote literacy, help children develop their facility with the English language and boost confidence in the learner.

Looking for a way to volunteer and serve in your community?

Rotarians share a desire to connect with others to address the challenges affecting our community and communities around the world. They unite to learn about issues, network, make lifelong friendships and take action to help others.

Good News About the Sew n Sew labs in Northern Indigenous Communities

Five new locations for labs have been identified in the Athabasca region in Northern Saskatchewan.

A paper dictionary is a great tool that can enhance a child’s literacy skills.

Flipping through pages of a dictionary and discovering the meaning of a word opens up unexpected learning opportunities for kids - and ultimately plays a big part in their success in school.

14 new interns have graduated from the Georgian Bay Water First Project.

The interns are ready to embark on careers in water management in indigenous communities.

Protecting the environment is an important area of focus for Rotarians world-wide.

Stittsville Rotarians volunteered to clean up garbage in WJ Bell Rotary Peace Park and along streets in the area ensuring that Ottawa stays clean, green, and litter-free.

Honoring John Curry for his outstanding community service

A commemorative brick was laid in the labyrinth at WJ Bell Rotary Peace Park.

A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Leadership Development

“I had an amazing time at RYLA, and I’m hoping to pay it forward to the next generation of young leaders by returning next year as a camp facilitator.”

Stittsville Rotary International Film Series - Fall Schedule

The first film of the fall series is Sept 26^th. Do you have your series pass?

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth ll was a remarkable woman

She set a great example for others to follow through her lifelong service to others.

Sapling Giveaway on Sep 14^th, 2022 at WJ Bell Rotary Peace Park

Ecology Ottawa has 700 free saplings available for pickup to re-build Ottawa's tree canopy.

This Sacred Heart Student is a 2022 Scholarship Winner!

She has demonstrated a history of volunteerism and community service.

Free saplings for pickup at Rotary Bell Park on Sep 14, 2022

Stittsville Rotary Club and Ecology Ottawa are partners in this environmental project.

What a View!

Rotarians enjoyed fellowship, good food and fun at a cottage.

Stittsville Rotary has a New Honorary Member

Steve Hunter is recognized for his outstanding contributions to Rotary.

Stittsville Rotary bursaries recognize students’ contributions

Community service brings rewards to grads who have volunteered to help others.

Stittsville Food Bank volunteers do a great job!

Food Bank meets higher demand for assistance during the pandemic.

Frederick Banting Alternate High School provides an alternate way to earn secondary school credits and a graduation diploma

In the Alternate Program, students work collaboratively with their teachers using a variety of strategies to reach their academic and personal goals.

Rotary Supports Food Banks in a “Week of Action”

Every Rotary club in Ottawa and in the Ottawa Valley is making a donation to their local food bank or food initiative, donating a total of $10,000 to this worthwhile cause.

The Wait is Over – We’re Going back to the Theatre!

The Stittsville Rotary International Film Series is thrilled to be heading back to Landmark Theatre Kanata for in-person film screenings, and we are launching a new four-film series with The Worst Person in the World at 4:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. on May 30^th.

Potable Water for Every Household in Mexican Village

Good things happen when Rotary Clubs around the world work together to help the less fortunate have better health, education and economic opportunities.

Foster parents provide a vital service in the community,

Foster care is a temporary support to children and youth who for one reason or another, cannot remain in their own family home.

Andrea will be a Strong Advocate for Stittsville Business

Three priorities for the coming year will provide a framework for the SBA.

Indigenous Students in Remote Northern Communities Have Fun and Learn too.

Four elementary schools offer sewing labs to teach practical and valuable skills using a modern, creative approach.

Rotary Club Supports Canadian Women for Women of Afghanistan

The current situation for women in Afghanistan is critical. Women face food insecurity, limits on freedom of speech, human rights violations, an economic crisis in the country, and rising crime rates. In response, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan is delivering online learning, distributing emergency aid, providing scholarships for girls and women for overseas studies, and working on evacuation efforts.

Rotary Clubs can learn from each other

Actively engaging in Rotary work groups and activities enriches the Rotarian member’s club experience.

Joseph Carbonetto is the new SVA President

Stittsville Village Association (SVA) is committed to the preserving & promoting the quality of life of Stittsville.

Jessie Lozanski introduces Land Keepers to Stittsville

Posted by Wendy Adams

Land Keepers is an environmental group that is dedicated to nature education, conservation projects, and the protection of Stittsville's most important ecosystems.

Rotary HIP Supports Indigenous Youth Through Education

Rotary HIP brings Indigenous & Non-Indigenous Peoples together for community well-being and advancing the next generation of leaders.

Wishing you health, happiness and good luck in 2022

A Family of Adapted Hockey Teams for Amazing People Since 2008

Playing hockey with the Condors is a conduit to a better life for the individual and his/her family.

Are you looking for a way to make a difference in your community or communities around the world?

We use our knowledge of local issues to identify areas of need, then apply our expertise and diverse perspectives to find a solution. You can help.

Homelessness can happen to anyone

Helping homelessness youth has more to do with opportunities and people who offer help at critical times.

A welcome addition to WJ Bell Rotary Peace Park

Check out the new accessible picnic table in the park at 1751 Stittsville Main.

On Nov 11th Canadians pause to remember the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country.

Every year, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, Canadians gather in memorial parks, community halls, workplaces, schools and homes to stand in honor of all who have fallen.

Stittsville Rotarians are People of Action

Change the world starting in your own community.

Rotary Tulips to End Polio Now

Stittsville Rotarians planted tulips bulbs in WJ Bell Rotary Peace Park for World Polio Day on Oct 24^th.

Tulips are at the core of a continuing and internationally successful fundraiser to eradicate polio.

Dutch Rotarians have led the world in using tulips to benefit the critical polio eradication project, and the intitiative has spread from Holland to Switzerland, Germany, France and the USA. It is now in its second year in Canada.

Rotary joins in the FUNdraiser in the Village Square

In Rotary clubs, neighbors, friends & problem-solvers share ideas & create lasting change.

Covid and Post-Secondary Student Challenges

The pandemic significantly disrupted the lives of postsecondary students in many ways and new modes of delivery for programs will emerge in the future.

Clean Up the Capital is a very successful green city-wide event

According to the city, last year alone, 69,729 volunteers collected 55,783 kilograms of litter at 1,428 cleanup events.

Stittsville Rotary earns the Rotary Citation award for 2020-2021

The members of the club received the Citation “for helping Rotary open opportunities in the lives of people all over the world”.

Gardening Skills of Stittsville Rotarians on Display

A layer of mulch on flower gardens can be the finishing touch and it can serve some useful purposes too.

Water First program for indigenous interns leads to jobs & careers in water science

Water First works in partnership with Indigenous communities to resolve local water challenges through education, training and collaboration.

4 Sew & Sew Skills Lab Established for Indigenous Children

Children in northern remote communities learn valuable skills using a modern, fun and creative approach.

Going 1, 2, 3 - sold to the Rotarian in the blue lawn chair!

Stittsville Rotarians held a charitable auction for the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre.

The Direction of Stittsville Rotary Club for 2021-2022

President Marion Mossman shares her perspective on the club’s community service activities for the new Rotary year.

Meet the New Stittsville Rotary President for 2021-2022

President Marion Mossman believes the Rotary motto “Service Above Self” implies taking an “outward” approach and helping those in need who are less fortunate than oneself.

The Recollections of a New Rotarian

“I saw the spirit of friendship in all the members I met.”

Rotary From the Point of View of a New Rotarian

“I’m looking forward to rewarding work for the community in the future.”

John Curry receives the highest award in Rotary

The Paul Harris award is given to a Rotarian or a member of the community who has made an outstanding contribution to the community.

Stittsville Staycation Rotary Ride

We have extended this event to July 11th. Let's discover Stittsville!

Stittsville Staycation Rotary Ride

Starts this Saturday

Free Tree Sapling Giveaway!

EVENT CANCELLED due to shortage of trees

Stittsville Staycation Rotary Ride

A New Focus by Rotarians on the Environment

2021 marks the 28th year of the Cleaning the Capital Program and it is still going strong!

Stittsville in the Spring

Rotarians shared springtime photos at their last meeting

In 2004, Members of the New Stittsville Rotary Club Clean Up Poole Creek

For 17 years, Community Service has been #1 for the dedicated members of Stittsville Rotary

Save a Future with Education (SAFE) in Lake Chapala, Mexico

The goal of Rotary Club of Lake Chapala Sunrise is to support 100 local children each year in this scholarship program

Drs. Fauci and Birx named Paul Harris Fellows by Rotary eClub of Florida

Civil servants emulate the Rotarian motto, Service Above Self, and Drs. Anthony Fauci and Deborah Birx have been living that motto more than others during this pandemic.

Rotary Foundation: “Doing Good in the World”

The Rotary Foundation is recognized as one of the most effective and well-managed charitable organizations in the world.

Lions Clubs Serve Their Communities

Lions clubs are places where individuals join together to give their valuable time and effort to improving their communities and the world.

Addressing the Needs of a Unique Group of Women

Immigrant Women Services of Ottawa assists immigrant women in their journey to attain their full potential and integrate into the community.

A New Partnership for Toastmaster and Rotary

New opportunities for members to enhance skills, broaden networks and increase positive impact in communities.

The Hero always Dies: How to be truly courageous in a plague of loss and fear

This free mental health webinar on Mar 30^th offers participants practical strategies for meeting the loss, stress and traumas that have become common place in 2021.

Rotary’s Water and Sanitation Efforts in the Month of March!

Clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education are basic necessities for a healthy environment and a productive life.

Three Free Mental Health Webinars

There are lots of things that we can do to look after our own mental health and to help others who may need some extra support and care.

Launch of Stittsville Rotary International Film Series 2021

We are pleased to announce the 2021 launch of the Stittsville Rotary International Film Series, now in it its 9th year. Our first film of the 2021 season is 'Some Kind of Heaven' and will be available Sunday March 21st to Saturday March 27^th.

A Safe Place for a Fresh Start

The Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre helps youth (13-21years) and families across Ontario overcome substance use, mental health and related issues.

A Rotarian is honored for tackling mental health stigma and raising awareness

The 2021 Royal Virtual Inspiration Awards recognize “ordinary people who have done extraordinary things” in the area of mental health.

New Rotarian provides an insight into local real estate market

Real estate is a service industry where the client is paramount and “the home” is the product.

A man of truth, duty and service.

Senator Joe Day (Retired) found his time in the Senate interesting and sometimes challenging.

You may have what it takes to be a volunteer!

Posted by Wendy Adams

Volunteers should be people of action who are compassionate, open-minded and willing to do whatever is needed to do a great job serving others.

Doing good in the world

Rotary is where neighbors, friends, and problem-solvers share ideas, make plans and take action to create lasting change.

A 2020-style Christmas party

Posted by Wendy Adams

Creativity, organization and wise use of a member’s skills led to a unique social event for the club.

Our club’s collaborative efforts produce results

A focus on engaging members and having fun produced a club cookbook full of family recipes and traditions.

End Polio Now

Rotary members have contributed more than $2.1 billion and countless volunteer hours to protect nearly 3 billion children in 122 countries from this paralyzing disease.

A Network of Peer Groups Across Canada Provides Help

Canadian Funeral Peer Support addresses the mental health needs of professionals in funeral services.

New immigrants are an important and valuable addition to the process of nation-building

The Catholic Centre for Immigrants in Ottawa welcomes and integrates newcomers to Canada and gives them the tools to adapt, settle and find friends.

A paper dictionary is a great tool that can enhance a child’s literacy skills.

Flipping through pages of a dictionary and discovering the meaning of a word opens up unexpected learning opportunities for kids — and ultimately can play a big part in their success in school.

One Day, One Focus, Ending Polio.

On World Polio Day, Sat Oct 24^th, Rotary members around the world will come together to raise awareness and provide support to end polio, a vaccine-preventable disease that still threatens children in parts of the world today.

One Village at a Time

Clean water, sanitation, and hygiene education are basic necessities for a healthy environment and a productive life.

Great news! The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville earned a special award in 2019-20.

The Rotary Citation is the most significant award from Rotary International that a Rotary club can achieve.

Veterans Affairs Canada provides programs and services for veterans.

The quality of life for 640,000 Canadian veterans and their families is priority for Veterans Affairs

A warm and sunny day for a hands-on green, community service project

It was “all hands on deck” as Stittsville Rotarians put on masks and gloves and went to work, 6’ apart as required by the Covid-19 restrictions.

A Practical Demonstration of the Power and the Joy of being Rotarian

A hands-on Chapala Rotary project provides emergency food relief to 100’s of Mexican families in need during Covid-19 time.

Colleen Gray: Indigenous Artist and Founder of Art for Aid

The Art for Aid project gives art supplies to schools in remote Indigenous communities to help youth express their stories and personal messages and expand upon their creative skills with ample tools to choose from.

It was a reunion of good friends who were so happy to see each other!

It was a bright sunny day, perfect weather for this first in-person gathering of Stittsville Rotarians since March when the coronavirus pandemic was declared. All the restrictions for Covid-19 were in place including 6’ distancing, masks and gloves.

Supporting the environment is a new area of focus for Rotarians around the world

Rotarians are people who care about our world and want to make it a better place. With 1.2 million Rotarians around the world, we are in a good position to make a big difference.

The Rotarian: a world-wide communications network

Posted by Wendy Adams

An award-winning publication, The Rotarian is the link that connects 1.2 million women and men who are Rotarians in more than 200 countries, offering inspiring articles, great innovative ideas and practical problem-solving advice.

Spring cleaning at W. J. Bell Rotary Peace Park.

Stittsville Rotarians met in-person on July 21, 2020 for the first time since the pandemic was declared in March 2020. Following Covid-19 guidelines, together they cleaned up the W.J. Bell Rotary Peace Park at 1751 Stittsville Main Street, pulling weeds and making the park like new again.

Rotary has a new theme for 2020-2121

Rotary International President Holger Knaack is encouraging Rotarians to seize the many opportunities Rotary offers to enrich their lives and the communities they serve.

Stittsville Rotarians Welcome a New District Governor

Wednesday, June 24, 2020 was the last meeting of the 2019-2020 Rotary year for members of Stittsville Rotary. It is known as the Change-Over Meeting as outgoing President Charles Mossman handed over the gavel to incoming President Dave Rooke, a symbolic gesture for this important transition.

Music: The Power to Change Lives

Through Orkidstra, children from under-served communities have the chance to acquire important life skills through playing free musical instruments and working together.

Stittsville Food Bank provides a needy service for the Community in Covid-19 Time

The number of families to be served has doubled from 5,000 in pre Covid-19 times and is projected to be 8,000-10,000 this year.

2 students from South Carleton High School had a memorable and potentially life-changing experience at RYLA this past weekend.

Rotary Youth Leadership Academy (RYLA) is a unique opportunity for high school students (ages 15-17) to gain insight and knowledge in life and leadership skills.

Bringing people together. Changing the world. Making the world a better place.

Better We Better World is a humanitarian organization for the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals under the Dalai Lama.

A local success story – crafting great spirits that do good.

The Dairy Distillery in Almonte ON provides a new opportunity for dairy farmers while reducing waste and employing local people.

OMRA provides refugees with a place to call home.

Ottawa Mennonite Refugee Assistance (OMRA) is a small non-profit organization that allows 25 refugee families in Ottawa to have safe, affordable housing.

We do better together

Rotary is a service organization with more than 35,000 clubs and 1.2 million members world-wide. At times, Rotary clubs join together to carry out worthwhile international projects to meet specific needs in communities.

Rotarian Sandra reflects on the pathway to her membership in Rotary Club

Monique Bégin was a Canadian role model for Sandra. Mme Bégin is perhaps best known for bringing into law the Canada Health Act (1984) with its underlying principles of universality and accessibility.

Guest speaker: Assistant Governor Teresa Whitmore

Her topic: Membership: an active club that engages in worthwhile service projects in the community attracts new members.

Spreading Friendship Amidst COVID-19

Stittsville Rotary Donates to Food Bank

COVID-19 pandemic has sparked an increase in the number of clients who need service from the Food Bank.

Rotary adapts to our new world with coronavirus

Rotary is keeping a close eye on the pandemic of COVID-19, the illness caused by the novel coronavirus and continuously assessing the potential impact on Rotary operations, events, and members.

The Stittsville Main Street Project

Stittsville Main Street means a lot to Stittsville residents, and it needs some revitalization.

Rotarians follow guidelines for health & safety

In order to decrease transmission of COVID-19 (coronavirus) in Ottawa, Stittsville Rotarians have cancelled in-person meetings on Wednesday, March 18 and Wednesday, March 25, 2020.

Stittsville Rotary International Film Series suspended

As part of our effort to address the COVID-19 (Corona Virus) pandemic, the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville has decided to suspend our film series, at least for the month of March. Our plan is to screen Portrait of a Lady on Fire in the month of June, conditions permitting, and simply continue with our series as planned in April. If we need to suspend for an additional month we will simply roll our movies forward for an additional month.

Both Landmark Cinemas and TIFF are very supportive of our decision and will be there to support resumption of our series at the very earliest opportunity!

We hope this will be a very short interruption and it is our intention to show the excellent films yet to be screened when it is safe for us to once again come together on movie night.

Please take care of yourselves, keep well and we will keep you posted of developments as they arise.

Stittsville Rotary welcomes a new member

Impact starts with our members - people who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change - across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves.

Hospice Care Ottawa Provides an Essential Service

Providing palliative care and end-of-life care, at no charge, to individuals and their loved ones

Trivia Night – a perfect balance of competitive fun and learning.

16 teams came to play in the Stittsville Rotary Trivia Night and show their knowledge of little tidbits of information. Everyone went home happy feeling like a genius and they were richer for the experience.

Making connections can make a big difference!

One great idea leads to another….

Rotary Theme for 2020-2021 Announced

Rotary International President-elect Holger Knaack is encouraging Rotarians to seize the many opportunities Rotary offers to enrich their lives and the communities they serve.

Stittsville Food Bank Serves Many Clients

“A fantastic response from the community supports this organization.”

Stittsville Rotary Welcomes a New Member

A special ceremony for this important occasion.

Making Friends Within Rotary

Getting to know you better through public-speaking

Rotary Trivia Challenge for Teams of 8 Feb 21 in Stittsville!

Stittsville Rotary is looking for new members

Whether you're a veteran volunteer or new to community service, we're looking for people like you.

The Sounds of Christmas

Posted by Wendy Adams on Dec 11, 2019

It was a great afternoon!

The Spirit of Christmas

Posted by Wendy Adams on Dec 09, 2019

Christmas carols and a Christmas turkey story!

Conservation Efforts Are Crucial

Posted by Wendy Adams on Nov 28, 2019

Upper Poole Creek is a cold to cool aquatic habitat.

Paddy Mitchell and the Stopwatch Gang

Posted by Wendy Adams on Nov 23, 2019

Paddy Mitchell was an infamous character from our past.

Dictionaries4Life

Posted by Wendy Adams on Nov 16, 2019

Rotary Clubs can work together to achieve meaningful goals.

“We are happy we came here for spaghetti.”

Posted by Wendy Adams on Nov 10, 2019

“It was a welcoming, family-oriented place and the food was good.”

Chefs offer their services for Spaghetti Festival Nov 09

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 26, 2019

Families are welcome to come to the Spaghetti Festival from 4:30-7:00 pm in the cafeteria at Paul Desmarais School in Stittsville.

Giving. Teamwork. Community. Democracy.

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 23, 2019

100 Kids Ottawa - Kids who Care: Changing the World. Together.

Join us Sat Nov 09 for a Spaghetti Festival at a family price

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 16, 2019

Tickets now available for Spaghetti Festival from 4:30-7:00 pm in the cafeteria at Paul Desmarais School

Commemorative Oak Sapling Planted at Paul-Demarais

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 12, 2019

Rotarians, students and school staff gathered together to plant a small oak tree and remember an important event in Canada’s history.

A Man with a Mission

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 10, 2019

Newly-appointed District Governor Lambert intends to visit all 75 Rotary clubs in District 7040 in this year to share practical suggestions for strengthening and energizing clubs.

Councilor Gower Presents Priorities

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 04, 2019

Glen Gower, Councilor for Stittsville Ward 6, is a life-long volunteer in public service who firmly believes in the importance of building a healthy environment in a community.

Making our community clean and green

Posted by Wendy Adams on Sep 20, 2019

On Sep 18^th, Rotarians of the Ottawa-Stittsville club could be found cleaning up garbage along Hazeldean Road.

Making a difference in communities around the world

Posted by Wendy Adams on Sep 12, 2019

International Rotary projects contribute to long-term community development

It was a great beginning to a new school year!

Posted by Wendy Adams on Sep 06, 2019

Motivation, encouragement and support makes the difference for these students.

Rotarians Enjoy Cottage Life

Posted by Wendy Adams on Aug 15, 2019

The lazy days of summer! It was a great evening at the cottage and in mid-winter we will look back and remember just how good it was!

Yoga on Stittsville Rotary Labyrinth

Posted by Wendy Adams on Jul 30, 2019

Plan ahead for this event! Yoga Flow Class with Meditation

Summertime BBQ

Posted by Wendy Adams on Jul 25, 2019

Great weather, tasty food and good friends too!

The Future is Bright for Stittsville Rotary

Posted by Wendy Adams on Jun 21, 2019

Stittsville Rotary met on Wednesday June 19^th at Fratelli’s to have dinner and celebrate the close of a very successful year

Spring Cleaning in W J Bell Rotary Peace Park

Posted by Wendy Adams on May 27, 2019

Spring is in the air and as the weather gets warmer, take the opportunity to visit W J Bell Rotary Peace Park at 1751 Main Street in Stittsville.

Guatemala Stove Project Helps Many Families

Posted by Wendy Adams on May 22, 2019

Guest Speaker Kenneth Sparks of RC Ottawa Bytown spoke from personal experience about the success of this international project.

Rotarian Project in a Needy Part of the World

Posted by Wendy Adams on May 17, 2019

Guest speaker Rotarian Peter Labelle spoke to the Stittsville club about Cornwall Sunrise’s project in Ghana to combat Buruli Ulcer, a tropical flesh-eating disease caused by a bacterium from the same family as leprosy and tuberculosis.

Rotarians Clean Up Hazeldean

Posted by Wendy Adams on May 09, 2019

Clean Up the Capital is a city-wide campaign that occurs in the spring and fall of every year in Ottawa.

Rotarians at Work in the Community

Posted on May 03, 2019

When Britannia was threatened by rising flood waters, Rotarians Frans and Charles from the Ottawa-Stittsville club joined hundreds of other volunteers from across Ottawa to fill and place sandbags. People of all ages did what they could to hold back the water. It is amazing what a community can do when it comes together and takes action.

Rotary Connects the World

Posted by Wendy Adams on Apr 26, 2019

1.2 million Rotarians in 200 countries around the world volunteer their time and talents to serve their communities and the world.

Stittsville Rotary welcomes 2 new members

Posted by Wendy Adams on Apr 18, 2019

Our meeting on Wed. Apr. 17^th was an upbeat, positive one as the Rotary club inducted 2 new members into the club.

Fine food, fun and friendship at Zola’s

Posted by Wendy Adams on Mar 30, 2019

Stittsville Rotarians enjoyed a night together out on the town.

CRTC: Communications services are important to Canadians

Posted by Wendy Adams on Mar 21, 2019

The mission of the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) is to ensure in a variety of ways that Canadians have access to a world-class communications system.

WPBS offers educational, entertaining and informative programs

Posted by Wendy Adams on Mar 15, 2019

Kraig Everard, WPBS Director of Advancement, recently made an interesting presentation about this unique “two nation station”.

Try a "random act of kindness" yourself

Posted on Feb 28, 2019

“Random acts of kindness" are selfless acts performed by kind people to help or cheer up a stranger for no other reason than to make people feel better. Ultimately, such acts promote empathy and compassion and make people more likely to be kind to others.

RYLA - A Rewarding Experience

Posted by Wendy Adams on Feb 21, 2019

Stittsville RYLA student of 2018 learned that a single individual can make a big difference.

Rotarians volunteer at the Stittsville Food Bank

Posted on Jan 30, 2019

Members of the Stittsville Rotary Club offered their services at the Food Bank on January 30, 2019 to inventory and stock generous donations from the community.

History came to life

Posted on Jan 24, 2019

John Curry, writer and producer of the documentary, Richmond: The Movie along with Sandy Durocher, screened excerpts from the movie for the Stittsville Rotarians on Jan 23 2019.

Rotarians are People of Action

Posted on Jan 23, 2019

Stittsville Rotary Club delivers donated medical equipment for shipment to Ghana

Running on Empties

Posted on Dec 12, 2018

A Rotary Christmas Evening

Posted on Dec 05, 2018

Christmas is the season of giving and that is what we did when we gathered last Monday night. In addition to exchanging gifts, we collected new socks, slippers and toiletries for the women's shelter.

Dr Lisa Smylie: “It’s Time: Advancing Gender Equality in Canada”

Posted on Nov 29, 2018

What is Canada's federal gender-based violence strategy?

Meditation trains the mind, just as fitness trains the body

Posted on Nov 22, 2018

Guest speaker Natalie Karneef outlined the practice of meditation and the techniques used to achieve a mentally calm and clear state of mind.

The EoT Project of Rotarians in Chesterville

Posted on Nov 20, 2018

This Rotarian EoT project offers a workable solution for the provision of potable water in needy communities.

Strategies for Marketing the Event

Posted on Nov 08, 2018

Rotarians learned about marketing strategies from an expert.

Lifelong Learning

Posted on Oct 25, 2018

On October 24^th, Stittsville Rotary Club members distributed Dictionaries to grade 3 students at St. Elizabeth (a sister school of Holy Spirit school in Stittsville).

So Close!

Posted on Oct 20, 2018

The polio virus is so close to being eradicated worldwide but much work remains to be done.

Rotarians learn about Forest Therapy

Posted on Oct 12, 2018

Forest Therapy may enhance your health, well-being and happiness.

Dictionaries4Life

Posted on Oct 12, 2018

The Grade 3 classes at St. Rose of Lima School welcomed Rotarians Jas and Frans today.

The Young Oak Tree Tells a Story

Posted on Oct 05, 2018

This Vimy sapling, a direct descendant from oak trees that grew on Vimy Ridge, will be a lasting memorial to brave Canadian soldiers.

Colorful pots of flowers for Thanksgiving

Posted by Wendy Adams on Oct 01, 2018

Rotarians delivers pots of MUMs all across Ottawa from September 27 - 29, 2018.

The Newest Rotary Club in Ottawa

Posted on Sep 26, 2018

Rotarians are invited to join in the celebration of the Charter of the newest Ottawa club.

A New School Year Begins in Rapid Lake!

Posted on Sep 25, 2018

The sun was shining and the students had fun!

Clean Up the Capital

Posted on Sep 23, 2018

Rotarians make Stittsville a little bit greener!

Stittsville Rotary International Film Festival 2018 - Fall Series

Posted on Aug 28, 2018

BBQ at Grace's Cottage

We had another beautiful evening of good food and great company at Grace's.

Thank you Grace for hosting! For more photos, please see photoalbums/bbq-at-grace-s-2018

Summer BBQ

Posted on Jul 14, 2018

We had a great evening of food and fellowship with family and friends at Brad's cottage.

Many thanks to Brad and Susan for hosting and helping make it a memorable afternoon and evening!

St. Mary's Home

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jun 13, 2018

Debbie Barriault joined us this morning to speak to us about the services provided by St. Mary's Home in Ottawa.

Welcome to Our New Members!

Posted on Jun 13, 2018

Today we welcomed two new members to our club, Brant Smith (transferring from Kitchener Rotary Club) and Mary Gibb (new to Rotary).

Clean Up The Capital

Posted on May 23, 2018

A full contingent of Rotarians and Friends of Rotary were out on Wednesday night (May 23rd) for our biannual Clean Up The Capital event.

Ottawa Carleton Lifeskills

Posted on May 16, 2018

Our guest speaker today was Mark Snedeen of Ottawa Carleton Lifeskills Inc.

Youth Now

Posted on May 09, 2018

Mark Arnold (MSW, RSW, Hons. Economics), Executive Director of Youth Now spoke to us about the mission of Youth Now -- to assist children and youth to succeed by enhancing their own strengths and resiliency.

Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate Program

Posted on Apr 11, 2018

Today we welcomed Peter Henderson, Guidance counsellor at Frederick Banting Secondary Alternate Program.

Come Join Us!

Join us Wednesday mornings for fellowship and fine food!

Mad About Patchwork

Posted on Mar 28, 2018

We welcome Pam Denesyk from Mad About Patchwork, who spoke to us about quilts and showed us several of her beautiful works.

The Pottery House

Posted on Mar 21, 2018

Our guest speaker today was Deborah Rothenberg of The Pottery House, who showed us a sample of the work that can be done there.

Paul Harris Fellowship Award

Posted on Mar 21, 2018

President David presented Rotarian Carolyn with a Paul Harris pin in recognition of her generous contribution to the Rotary Foundation.

Medical Equipment for Ghana

Posted on Mar 11, 2018

At this weekend's International Service Meeting, Brad and Carolyn presented a cheque to Larry Gaunch and Bette Miller of the Cornwall Sunrise Club for their distribution of medical equipment to Ghana.

I Love First Peoples

Posted on Feb 28, 2018

Our guest speaker today was Josée Lusignan, founder of I Love First Peoples, a charity that helps Indigenous children and youth through education and projects that foster reconciliation.

Rotarian Charles

Posted on Feb 13, 2018

Rotarian Charles spoke to us about his family, education and career.

Goulbourn Township Historical Society

Posted on Jan 31, 2018

Barabara Bottriell of the Goulborn Historical Society spoke to us about life in Richmond in the early 19th century.

Paul Harris Award

Posted on Jan 31, 2018

Congratulations to Rotarian Charles!

Total Communications Environment

Posted on Jan 24, 2018

Jessica Martineau, Human Resources Advisor at Total Communications Environment (TCE), spoke to our club today.

Mayor Jim Watson

Posted on Jan 17, 2018

Our guest speaker today was Mayor Jim Watson.

Stittsville Rotary International Film Festival 2018

Posted on Jan 11, 2018

Stittsville Rotary International Film Festival 2018

Royal Canadian Legion 618

Posted on Nov 15, 2017

Judy Campbell and Sue McCormick of the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 618, spoke to us about the many Legion programs.

"The Woman, Rotary & Dale Carnegie"

Posted on Nov 08, 2017

Our guest today, Carlos Roberto Bacila, spoke to us about Dale Carnegie’s life and the relationship between women, Rotary and Dale Carnegie.

Dictionaries4Life

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Nov 07, 2017

Rotarians Jas and Carolyn presented dictionaries to Grade 3 students at St. Rose of Lima Elementary School on November 07. Dictionaries were also presented to Grade 3 students at St. Elizabeth School on October 04.

Raising the End Polio Now Flag

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Oct 23, 2017

The City of Ottawa raised the End Polio Now flag in front of City Hall, in honour of World Polio Day (October 24th).

Clean Up The Capital

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Oct 18, 2017

Members and family and friends of our club met tonight for our bi-annual clean-up of Hazeldean Road.

A Historical Tour of our Community

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Oct 18, 2017

Sarah Holla, Acting Education Officer at the Goulbourn Museum, presented on the history of Goulbourn to our members this morning.

New Members Matt and Charles

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Oct 11, 2017

Welcome to new members Matt Berezowski and Charles Mossman!

Help Lesotho

Posted on Sep 20, 2017

Marlene Caicco spoke to us about the work that Help Lesotho is doing in that country.

Perley & Rideau Veterans’ Health Centre

Posted on Aug 09, 2017

Our guest speakers today were Colonel (Retired) Dominic McAlea, former Canadian Defence Attaché to Afghanistan and current Board member of Perley Rideau Foundation and Delphine Haslé, Development Officer with the Perley Rideau Foundation.

DG Susan Bellor

Posted on Aug 02, 2017

We met our new District Governor, Susan Bellor, this morning at a joint meeting with our friends at the Rotary Club of Ottawa Kanata Sunrise.

Big Bike (Heart & Stroke Foundation)

Posted on Jul 19, 2017

Our guest today was Owen Brady, Area Coordinator of the Heart & Stroke Foundation, speaking to us about the Big Bike fundraiser.

Changeover 2017

Posted on Jul 05, 2017

It's the start of a new Rotary year, and Past President Jas has handed over the reins to incoming President David.

Donation to Hospice Care Ottawa

Posted on May 10, 2017

Our Club donated $10,000 to Hospice Care Ottawa for the Ruddy-Shenkman Hospice currently under construction.

Clean Up The Capital

Posted on Apr 27, 2017

Last night the Rotary Club of Ottawa- Stittsville and family and friends came together to clean up the roadside on Hazeldean Road.

DG Nabil Oudeh

Posted on Jan 10, 2017

We held a special joint meeting with the Kanata Sunrise Rotary Club where our guest speaker was DG Nabil Oudeh.

Holiday Cheer at the Stittsville Villa

Posted on Dec 21, 2016

We sang Christmas classics with the residents of the Stittsville Villa, with Rotarian Leo leading us. As always, we had a lot of fun and it was a great way to start the holidays.

Running on Empties

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Dec 16, 2016

We collected empties today for the Christmas Exchange Program of the Caring and Exchange Program. Many thanks to all those who donated!

Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Nov 29, 2016

Stephanie MacGregor, Executive Director of the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre Foundation, updated the members of the Club on the progress made towards achieving Dave’s Dream, a $5 million fundraising campaign to support the construction of a new 30-bed youth residential treatment facility in West Ottawa.

Helping Out at the Food Bank

Posted on Nov 23, 2016

Stittsville Rotary sorted and organised donations at the Stittsville Food Bank this morning. Fellowship and helping others was a great way to start the day!

The Caring and Sharing Exchange

Our guest speakers were Cindy Smith and Heather Fraser representing the Caring and Sharing Exchange, a registered
charity in Ottawa (https://www.caringandsharing.ca/).

Linda Hay - Healing Through Hypnosis

Posted on Oct 11, 2016

Our guest speaker was Linda Hay, a graduate from Ottawa University with a Bachelor of Nursing Science and a Certified Hypnotist with the National Guild of Hypnotists. She gave a very interesting talk on how hypnosis can be used to ease pain and suffering and gave personal examples.

Fellowship at Grace's Cottage

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jul 05, 2016

We met this week at Grace's cottage for an evening of fellowship. Thanks to Wendy for organising it, to Grace for hosting it, to Leo and Steve for working the barbecue, and to every one for making it a great evening!

No Meeting Tomorrow Morning

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jul 04, 2016

Changeover 2016

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jun 28, 2016

The Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville held its Changeover Dinner at ALE (Amberwood Lounge and Eatery). Welcome, President Jas!

Supporting Orkidstra

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jun 16, 2016

Steve, Leo and Carolyn presented a cheque to Orkidstra on behalf of our Rotary Club at their June 16^th concert.

Braden's Law

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Jun 14, 2016

Rob Searle spoke to Rotary about Braden's Law, which focuses on immediate, appropriate treatment of cardiac arrest using a defibrillator in emergency situations in hockey arenas.

Taste of Barrhaven

Posted on May 29, 2016

The Rotary Club of South Nepean is hosting the "Taste of Barrhaven" on Monday, May 30th, at the Longfields-Davidson Heights Secondary School from 6 to 9 PM.

Rotary at the Wild West Jamboree!

Posted by Frans Vandendries on May 26, 2016

Our club members Leo Maiorino and Brad Spriggs enjoyed the Wild West Jamboree hosted by Dave Smith to support the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre. Leo and Brad gave Dave Smith our final cheque to complete our $30,000 commitment to their capital fundraising campaign, and presented him with a Paul Harris Fellow for his work.

Presentation on Living in War or Conflict Areas

Posted by Frans Vandendries on May 10, 2016

Fellowship at the Unrefined Ollive

Posted on Apr 26, 2016

Instead of our usual morning meeting, we met in the evening at the Unrefined Olive for some fellowship and to taste olive oil and balsamic vinegar from around the world. Owner Elisabeth began the evening with a presentation about her business and her passion.

Presentation on Submarine Communications Cables

Posted on Apr 19, 2016

Wild West Jamboree - May 19

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Apr 09, 2016

District Training Assembly 2016

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Apr 08, 2016

Frans, Jas, Brad and Carolyn after the District Training Assembly at the NAV Centre in Cornwall today

Rotary Youth Leadership Academy 2016

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Apr 06, 2016

The Lake Placid and Saranac Lake Rotary Clubs are hosting the District 7040 RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Academy) at Paul Smiths College in Paul Smiths, NY on June 25-27, 2016. RYLA delegates are given a unique opportunity to gain insight and knowledge on the following life skills: Leadership Basics, Business Ethics, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Personal Strengths & Weaknesses and Community & Global Citizenship. The Ottawa-Stittsville Rotary Club is looking to sponsor one student to attend.

The age range is 15-17 (currently in grade 10-12). Candidates should apply by May 1 with email submissions to jas.michalski@rogers.com. The selected candidate will be invited to attend a Rotary Club meeting before and after RYLA. More information is available at http://portal.clubrunner.ca/50214/Page/ryla. Please click on the links to the right to download the application forms.

Rotarian Dave Rooke speaks to our Club

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Apr 05, 2016

Our Club Secretaries Honoured by DG Claude

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Mar 22, 2016

District Governor Claude Laliberté Visits Ottawa Stittsville

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Mar 22, 2016

Rotary Presents School Bursary Plaque to Frederick Banting School

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Mar 08, 2016

Rotary Presents School Bursary Plaque to Sacred Heart Catholic High School

Posted by Frans Vandendries on Mar 08, 2016

Rotarian David McNamara speaks to the Club

Posted on Feb 16, 2016

New Member Dave Rooke

Posted on Feb 16, 2016

Miriam Rawson from Matthew House Ottawa speaks to Rotary

Posted on Jan 12, 2016

Nancy Crump & Cara Lee Bowles speak about the ACE project at the Queensway Carleton Hospital

Posted on Jan 05, 2016

The Wounded Warriors Organization visit on Remembrance day

Posted on Nov 10, 2015

Rotary at 9 Run Run

Jean Farrell, Vice President, Membership of Friendship Force Ottawa (FFO) speaks at Rotary

Posted on Oct 13, 2015

Stittsville Rotary's Quiltmaker - Lynda Brooks

Posted on Oct 09, 2015

Rotary at Richmond Fair

Posted on Sep 19, 2015

New member David McNamara's induction

Posted on Sep 01, 2015

RYLA candidate Maddie Hale spoke about her experience at the Rotary Youth Leadership Conference

Tristan Hall, owner and inspector of Hallway Home Inspection Ltd comes for a visit

Ruth Richardson (labyrinth facilitator) visits Rotary

Posted on May 26, 2015

Daniel Brunette talks about fundraising

Posted on May 12, 2015

Nancy Worsfold from Crime Prevention Ottawa

Posted on May 05, 2015

Terri Storey speaks on youth treatment centres

Posted on Apr 21, 2015

Amanda Gordon talks about seniors and retirement options

Posted on Apr 07, 2015

Maria Redpath gave a very interesting talk on Citizen Advocacy

Posted on Mar 31, 2015

Dianne Hartson-Lalonde and VIVA Retirement Communities

Posted on Mar 10, 2015

Cameron Johnston talks about stress management

Posted on Mar 03, 2015

Christiane Millet-Alexis gave a very interesting talk about the Black Canadian Scholarship Fund

Posted on Feb 03, 2015

Dan Lafontaine talks about the Butterflies of Canada

Rotary Day at the Stittsville Food Bank

Posted on Jan 23, 2015

Rotarian Grace Bell receives Paul Harris Award

Posted on Jan 21, 2015

Stittsville Rotary and Gaia Java fund chicken rearing project in Uganda

Posted on Dec 18, 2014

Frank Schilder talks about Toastmasters

Steve Hunter speaks on the Importance of a Financial Plan to Canadians

Posted on Nov 11, 2014

Club member Steve Hunter gave a very informative talk on the value of Financial Planning and the importance of working with a CFP professional and making informed choices.

Rotary Club inducts new member - Wendy Adams

Posted on Oct 28, 2014

Rotary supports 9 RUN RUN (Ottawa's Emergency Services' Run)

Posted on Oct 17, 2014

Britany Zacharuk talks about her experience at RYLA

Posted on Oct 13, 2014

Susan Namulindwa speaks about her work in Uganda

Posted on Sep 29, 2014

Ottawa Fire Chief John DeHooge speaks at Stittsville Rotary

Posted on Sep 22, 2014

Cynthia Liittle (Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health)

Cynthia Little from Royal Ottawa Foundation for Mental Health

Timmins-Porcupine Rotary President visits our club

Posted on Aug 22, 2014

A visit from Franz of the Cayman Islands Rotary Club

Posted on Aug 22, 2014

Yoga in Stittsville

Posted on Jul 28, 2014

Induction of our new Rotary President

Posted on Jun 23, 2014

Our new Rotary President - Rosemary Brummell is inducted by outgoing President Alfredo Patrício Jr.

Ottawa Therapy Dogs

Posted by Alfredo Patrício Jr on Feb 17, 2014

Karen Luker and Gogo "talk" about The Ottawa Therapy Dogs (OTD), a registered charity which has been active in the Ottawa area since 2000. Currently 100 members regularly visit over 1000 clients.

2013 People's Choice Business Award Nomination

Posted by John Thomson on Jan 30, 2013

Nominations for People's Choice Business Awards in 2 categories: Community Support / Non Profit Organization [Goulbourn] and Citizen of the Year

Christmas Season Meeting

Posted by Carolyn Clark on Dec 10, 2012

Meeting are suspended till January 8, 2013 Blessing of the Season to you.

See you in the New Year!

Rotary Club of Stittsville Makes a Difference in Luweero, Uganga

Posted by Brad Spriggs on Mar 07, 2012

Report in the EMC tells about the difference the Rotary Club of Stittsville is making with their Library project in the village of Leweero, Uganda.

Uganda Library Update

Posted by John Thomson on Jan 04, 2012

Brad and Susan are now "on the ground" in Uganda. To follow events you can subscribe to Brad's Blog.

Stittsville Rotary coverage in the local newspaper

Posted by John Thomson on Jul 20, 2011

Stittsville News provides coverage for the Stittsville Rotary club meeting. See Stittsville News

Meeting Minutes

Posted by John Thomson on May 23, 2011

Here are the minutes from our most recent members meeting.

Thought for the Week

Posted by Leo Maiorino on Apr 25, 2011

If you are not uncomfortable when you are not uncomfortable, you are not growing.

What is Rotary???

Posted by John Thomson on Sep 30, 2009

How to describe Rotary to your friends and colleagues in three simple sentences:

Luweero,Uganda Library Update

Posted by Brad Spriggs

D'arcy Lunn recently travelled to Luweero, Uganda to visit the library that was opened in 2012 with the help of the Rotary Club of Ottawa-Stittsville. Here is his story -

Rotary Club of Stittsville in the News....

Posted by John Thomson

Articles and videos related to projects that our club is involved with in the community.

Meeting Minutes

Posted by John Thomson

Minutes from the most recent members meeting - July 3rd, 2012. There was no speaker this week - it was a club business meeting with the new President and Board.

Stittsville Rotary - Then and Now

Posted by Brad Spriggs

A look back at a few of the projects the Stittsville Rotary Club has been involved in since our inception on July 1st, 2004, and what we are currently doing.

Meeting Minutes - August 9th, 2011

Posted by Brad Spriggs

Minutes of August 9th meeting of Susan Namulina's presentation before the International Women's Conference

Meeting Minutes - August 2, 2011

Posted by Brad Spriggs

Minutes of the most recent meeting August 2^nd,^,2011

Polio / Iron Lung

Posted by Brad Spriggs

Polio Eradication is the largest project Rotary International has invested in over the past 20+ years.

The Stittsville Rotary Club held an event at the Goulbourn Recreational Center April 15-17 displaying an Iron Lung and partnering with Health Agencies. This was done to increase the awareness in the community and fundraise to assist Rotary in the final push to eradicate this crippling disease from the earth.

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