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October 15, 2025

Caleb Nickerson

CBLFD hosts annual open house

Caleb Nickerson CAMPBELL’S BAY Aug. 18, 2017 The fire hall in Campbell’s Bay was jumping on Friday afternoon as the Campbell’s Bay-Litchfield Fire Department held

Dinner under the tent in Norway Bay

Caleb Nickerson NORWAY BAY Aug. 12, 2017 Close to 300 people gathered at McLellan Park in Norway Bay on Saturday night for a community dinner

See What Flowers at Café 349

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE Aug. 12, 2017 On Saturday, Café 349 played host to a book signing by an author with local roots. “My family has

Thorne celebrates firefighters

Caleb Nickerson LADYSMITH Aug. 12, 2017 The Thorne Community Recreation Hall in Ladysmith was jumping Saturday night as over 100 people came out to celebrate

CBLFD hosts annual open house

Caleb Nickerson CAMPBELL’S BAY Aug. 18, 2017 The fire hall in Campbell’s Bay was jumping on Friday afternoon as the Campbell’s Bay-Litchfield Fire Department held its annual open house. The department’s trucks were all lined up out front for the

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See What Flowers at Café 349

Caleb Nickerson SHAWVILLE Aug. 12, 2017 On Saturday, Café 349 played host to a book signing by an author with local roots. “My family has a cottage in Norway Bay. I grew up coming up to Norway Bay every summer,”

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Picnic at Lavender Ridge for Epilepsy Outaouais

Caleb Nickerson LUSKVILLE Aug. 13, 2017 A contingent from Epilepsy Outaouais made their way to the Pontiac on Sunday for a picnic at Ferme Lavender Ridge in Luskville. Though the event was originally scheduled for Saturday but was cancelled because

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Litchfield splash pad open in mere months

Caleb Nickerson LITCHFIELD Aug. 13, 2017 Young families in the Pontiac will have a new destination on hot summer days as the grand opening of the Litchfield splash pad was held Sunday afternoon. The project was initially brought forward to

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Des Allen and the boys rock Coronation Hall

Caleb Nickerson BRISTOL Aug. 11, 2017 Coronation Hall in Bristol was packed Friday night for a concert celebrating Canada 150. Over 50 people came out to hear the musical stylings of the Des Allen Band, who played a wide range

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Thorne celebrates firefighters

Caleb Nickerson LADYSMITH Aug. 12, 2017 The Thorne Community Recreation Hall in Ladysmith was jumping Saturday night as over 100 people came out to celebrate the local fire department. Thorne Fire Chief Dan Ladouceur said that the Fireman’s Ball is

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LOCAL EVENTS
Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night

October 18, 2025
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Sors tes bottes. Rassemble ta gang.

C’est la Soirée country entre copines au Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Samedi 18 octobre • 18 h
  • 25 $ (inclut l’entrée + bouchées BBQ)
  • Musique country + danse en ligne
  • Bouchées BBQ
  • Bar payant + cocktails spéciaux
  • Tirages & prix

Billets disponibles par virement à cbourque196@outlook.com ou auprès de Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque ou Mia Commanda-Bourque.

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Dust off your boots. Round up your girls.

It’s time for Ladies Country Night at the Centre de loisirs des Draveurs!
  • Saturday, October 18 • 6PM
  • $25 (includes entry + BBQ finger foods)
  • Country music + line dancing
  • BBQ finger foods
  • Cash bar + specialty cocktails
  • Raffles & prizes
Tickets available by e-transfer to cbourque196@outlook.com or from Lisa Soucie, Heidi Newberry, Christine Bourque, or Mia Commanda-Bourque.
19 Oct

Euchre Tournament

October 19, 2025
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Euchre tournament in Otter Lake, QC on Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Doors open at noon. The tournament starts at 1 PM. All levels welcome, and you do not need a partner to play. Snacks and drinks will be available. Lots of prizes! Pre-registration is $5/person. The price at the door on the day of the tournament will be $8. To pre-register, send an e-transfer to: otterlake150@outlook.com. All proceeds from the tournament will go towards the Otter Lake 150 Anniversary Committee.

Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac

Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac

October 22, 2025
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

October 22nd at École Sieur-de-Coulonge
Join us for a live event at ESSC in Mansfield. Or watch from the comfort of your own home live on YouTube!

SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

SADC Community Event - Portage-du-Fort

November 6, 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!

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 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!

Thorne

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!

SADC Community Event - Shawville & Clarendon

SADC Community Event - Shawville & Clarendon

November 19, 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!

Shawville & Clarendon

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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