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Singing for skiers

Caleb Nickerson BRISTOL July 15, 2017 Around ninety country music fans came out to the Jack Graham Community Centre in Bristol on Saturday night to

Fireman’s golf tournament a blast

Caleb Nickerson MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT July 15, 2017 Almost 70 golfers made their way out to the Pontefract Golf Club on Saturday for a day

Searching the past

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE July 15, 2017 Local genealogist and historian Gloria Tubman hosted a book signing at Café 349 in Shawville on Saturday to promote

MRC officials tour Chalk River Laboratories

Caleb Nickerson CHALK RIVER July 11, 2017 Last Tuesday, several local mayors and MRC officials participated in a guided tour of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories’ (CNL)

Summer road work

Caleb Nickerson PONTIAC July 12, 2017 The MTQ is advising motorists about road work being carried out in the Pontiac in the coming weeks. Chichester

Trading art at Centennial Hall

Caleb Nickerson NORWAY BAY July 4, 2017 When most people think about trading cards, they think of hockey or baseball, and certainly not about creating

Singing for skiers

Caleb Nickerson BRISTOL July 15, 2017 Around ninety country music fans came out to the Jack Graham Community Centre in Bristol on Saturday night to listen to some tunes and support local organization Ski Pontiac. Crooner Lauren Hall provided the

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Fireman’s golf tournament a blast

Caleb Nickerson MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT July 15, 2017 Almost 70 golfers made their way out to the Pontefract Golf Club on Saturday for a day on the greens to raise money for their local fire department. The tournament has been

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Searching the past

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE July 15, 2017 Local genealogist and historian Gloria Tubman hosted a book signing at Café 349 in Shawville on Saturday to promote her publication: A Genealogists’ Guide to Researching British Home Children. Tubman said that the book

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$325,000 for RénoRégion project in MRC Pontiac

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE July 12, 2017 The provincial government is allocating an additional $5 million province-wide to the RénoRégion program to improve housing conditions for low-income citizens. Last Wednesday, Pontiac MNA André Fortin was in Shawville with Warden Raymond Durocher

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MRC officials tour Chalk River Laboratories

Caleb Nickerson CHALK RIVER July 11, 2017 Last Tuesday, several local mayors and MRC officials participated in a guided tour of Canadian Nuclear Laboratories’ (CNL) property in Chalk River Ont. In recent months, many local citizens groups have been up

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Local farmers deal with soggy spring and summer

Caleb Nickerson PONTIAC July 19, 2017 Pontiac is known as a region with a strong agricultural sector but this year’s weather has been anything but hospitable to local farmers. Heavy rain, flooding and below average temperatures have made a mess

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Summer road work

Caleb Nickerson PONTIAC July 12, 2017 The MTQ is advising motorists about road work being carried out in the Pontiac in the coming weeks. Chichester Maintenance work will begin on the chemin de Chapeau-Sheenboro between chemin de Nichabau and Deer

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Trading art at Centennial Hall

Caleb Nickerson NORWAY BAY July 4, 2017 When most people think about trading cards, they think of hockey or baseball, and certainly not about creating their own. But that’s exactly why a group of eight people gathered at Centennial Hall

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LOCAL EVENTS
Festival de la Journée du Bûcheron / Lumberjack Day Festival

Festival de la Journée du Bûcheron / Lumberjack Day Festival

September 27, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Préparez-vous pour une journée inoubliable remplie d’action, de traditions et de plaisir au Festival de la Journée du Bûcheron des Chutes Coulonge !

Vivez toute l’intensité de la forêt avec des prestations spectaculaires des Great Canadian Lumberjacks : lancer de hache, roulage de billots, scies motorisées et bien plus encore – un véritable spectacle à couper le souffle !

Participez à notre palpitant tirage de la course de bûches, profitez de la musique en direct dans le décor grandiose du canyon, découvrez notre marché d’artisans locaux, et amusez-vous en famille avec des jeux, activités et plats savoureux préparés par des producteurs de la région.

Une journée festive, énergique et remplie de fierté locale – un incontournable de l’automne à ne pas manquer !

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Get ready for an unforgettable day of high-energy fun and heritage at Chutes Coulonge’s Lumberjack Day Festival!

This one-of-a-kind event brings the forest to life with jaw-dropping live performances from The Great Canadian Lumberjacks, featuring axe throwing, log rolling, and chainsaw skills that will leave you amazed.

That’s not all—test your luck in the Log Race Lottery, enjoy live music in the canyon, explore our vibrant artisan market, and bring the whole family for a full day of games, activities, and tasty local food.

Whether you’re young or young at heart, this festival is packed with excitement, culture, and community spirit. Mark your calendar—this is one fall event you won’t want to miss!

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Kids Fall Themed Workshops ages 2-3 by The Parent's Voice

Kids Fall Themed Workshops ages 2-3 by The Parent's Voice

September 28, 2025
9:00 am - 10:00 am

Join us for fall themed kids activities carefully created by Ms. Amanda.

****MINIMUM OF 4 & MAXIUMUM 10 CHILDREN*** Refunds will be issued if not enough

$10 payment per child is required to hold your spot. Refunds are not available for children not able to attend.
Oktoberfest Ladysmith (40th Anniversary)

Oktoberfest Ladysmith (40th Anniversary)

October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025
12:00 am

Celebrate Oktoberfest Ladysmith – 40th Anniversary!

1985–2025 | 40 Years of Tradition & Fun!

Join us for the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the Outaouais as we mark 40 years of music, culture, community, and unforgettable memories! Whether you’re a longtime attendee or a first-time visitor, this 3-day festival promises something for everyone.

What to Expect:
  • Live music all weekend long
  • Tractor & Truck Pull
  • Horseshoe Tournament
  • Annual Parade
  • Delicious German cuisine & local treats
  • Free camping on-site
  • Tickets available at the gate
  • Family-friendly atmosphere
  • Just 1 hour from Ottawa!
Raise a stein, dance to the tunes, and soak in the festive vibes as we celebrate four decades of Oktoberfest spirit in Ladysmith. Prost to 40 years—and many more to come!
SADC Community Event - Bristol

SADC Community Event - Bristol

October 7, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

Meet the Candidates: Municipality of Pontiac

Meet the Candidates: Municipality of Pontiac

October 8, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Join us and your local municipal candidates for Council, Mayor, and Warden at one of four events throughout the region. These events are casual get-togethers for residents and candidates to discuss important local issues in the upcoming municipal elections.

This event is for residents of the Municipality of Pontiac and the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais.

SADC Community Event - Ile-du-Grand-Calumet

SADC Community Event - Ile-du-Grand-Calumet

October 9, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Celebrate 40 Years of Local Impact with SADC Pontiac!

We’re thrilled to invite you to join our team as we celebrate SADC Pontiac’s 40 years of local economic development with you in your community. This special presence is part of our exciting year-long tour across all 19 municipalities in our territory.

Come and discover the variety of services we offer, chat about business strategies and opportunities, and connect with our fantastic team. Whether you’re a local business owner, an aspiring entrepreneur, or just curious about what we do, this day is open to all!

Let’s celebrate together and look forward to many more years of growth and community success. Feel free to bring your friends and family, we look forward to seeing you there!

Célébrons 40 ans d’impact local avec la SADC Pontiac !

Nous sommes ravis de vous inviter à vous joindre à notre équipe pour célébrer les 40 ans de développement économique local de la SADC Pontiac, directement dans votre communauté. Cet présence spéciale fait partie de notre tournée à travers toutes les 19 municipalités de notre territoire.

Venez découvrir les services que nous offrons, discuter des stratégies et opportunités d’affaires, et rencontrer notre équipe fantastique. Que vous soyez un propriétaire d’entreprise local, un entrepreneur en herbe, ou simplement curieux de savoir ce que nous faisons, cet événement est ouvert à tous !

Célébrons ensemble et envisageons de nombreuses autres années de croissance et de succès communautaire. N’hésitez pas à venir accompagné(e) de vos amis et de votre famille — au plaisir de vous y voir!

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