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October 15, 2025

Caleb Nickerson

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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Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

October 18, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden 

43 Astrolabe Rd, Cobden
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE Admission!
Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just in time for fall.
Come explore a wide variety of vendors offering fresh produce, homemade preserves, baked goods, artisan crafts, fall décor, and much more. Whether shopping for fall decor, getting a head start on holiday gifts, or just looking for a great day out, Cobden is the place to be.

Celebrate the end of the harvest season, support local, and enjoy a great day in Whitewater Region. See you at Taste of the Valley – Cobden!
Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers

October 18, 2025
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Samedi 18 octobre
  • 13h – 14h 30
  • Moulin Egan, Pontiac, Outaouais
Join us for a lively and engaging afternoon at the Egan mill, as local history enthusiast, Gord Graham, leads a fascinating conversation about the first settlers of the Pontiac, Outaouais region. Discover what life was like for the early “Pontiacers” — their challenges, triumphs, and the enduring legacy they left behind.
Through stories, insights, and interactive discussion, this talk offers a fun and accessible way to connect with the rich history of our region.
Free to attend. Click the link to save your spot! All are welcome!
Rejoignez-nous pour un après-midi animé et captivant à l’usine Egan, où Gord Graham, passionné d’histoire locale, animera une conversation fascinante sur les premiers colons de la région de Pontiac, dans l’Outaouais. Découvrez la vie des premiers « Pontiacers » : leurs défis, leurs triomphes et l’héritage durable qu’ils ont laissé derrière eux.
À travers des récits, des anecdotes et des discussions interactives, cette discussion offre une façon ludique et accessible de se familiariser avec la riche histoire de notre région.
Participation gratuite. Cliquez sur le lien pour réserver votre place! Tout le monde est bienvenue!

https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/pontiac-historical-talk

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!

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