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Chutes event lights up the night

CALEB NICKERSON MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Dec. 5, 2020 The Chutes Coulonge Park kicked off their annual lighted trail walk on Saturday evening, and even with

Issues with 911 dispatching

CALEB NICKERSON PORTAGE DU FORT Dec. 9, 2020 At the last MRC Pontiac council meeting on Nov. 25, L’Île du Grand Calumet Mayor Serge Newberry

A small price to pay

The Christmas holidays are an odd paradox. In theory, it’s supposed to be a time to relax and get together with family and friends, perhaps

Support for decentralization building

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Dec. 2, 2020  Over the past few weeks, doctors across the province have spoken out about what they call the “hyper-centralization” of

Deciding your fate

CALEB NICKERSON How do you want to die? It’s a difficult question but nearly everyone has an answer.  A tougher question is, does your family

New director of territory at MRC Pontiac

CALEB NICKERSON MRC PONTIAC Dec 2, 2020  There’s a new face around MRC Pontiac’s office in Campbell’s Bay following the retirement of the long-serving director

Three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 148

CALEB NICKERSON CLARENDON Nov. 25, 2020  A three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 148 just west of Shawville sent at least three people to hospital on Nov.

Ladysmith Sportsman’s Club results

CALEB NICKERSON LADYSMITH Dec. 2, 2020  COVID-19 has claimed another victim, as the annual Ladysmith Sportsman’s Club’s annual awards dinner had to be called off. 

Chutes event lights up the night

CALEB NICKERSON MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Dec. 5, 2020 The Chutes Coulonge Park kicked off their annual lighted trail walk on Saturday evening, and even with some adjustments due to public health guidelines, the event was a resounding success. Director General

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Community players perform annual radio show

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Dec. 6, 2020 The Pontiac Community Players (PCP) held two live performances of their annual Christmas radio play over the weekend, opting for Frances Hodgson Burnett’s 1910 classic The Secret Garden. PCP President Greg Graham said that

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Public safety report delivered to council

CALEB NICKERSON MRC PONTIAC Dec. 9, 2020 Over the last year, local police have been doing their best to educate the public on various fraud schemes and cracking down on truckers flouting the law, according to the latest public safety

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Issues with 911 dispatching

CALEB NICKERSON PORTAGE DU FORT Dec. 9, 2020 At the last MRC Pontiac council meeting on Nov. 25, L’Île du Grand Calumet Mayor Serge Newberry brought up an issue he had heard about regarding dispatching to local fire departments. Though

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A small price to pay

The Christmas holidays are an odd paradox. In theory, it’s supposed to be a time to relax and get together with family and friends, perhaps with some good food and conversation thrown in. In reality, the stress of hosting that

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Support for decentralization building

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Dec. 2, 2020  Over the past few weeks, doctors across the province have spoken out about what they call the “hyper-centralization” of management in health care facilities. The collective, made up of more than 700 physicians from

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Deciding your fate

CALEB NICKERSON How do you want to die? It’s a difficult question but nearly everyone has an answer.  A tougher question is, does your family know what your end of life preferences are?  It’s not a topic typically brought up

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New director of territory at MRC Pontiac

CALEB NICKERSON MRC PONTIAC Dec 2, 2020  There’s a new face around MRC Pontiac’s office in Campbell’s Bay following the retirement of the long-serving director of territory, Régent Dugas.  Jason Durand will be stepping into Dugas’ role and officially started

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Three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 148

CALEB NICKERSON CLARENDON Nov. 25, 2020  A three-vehicle collision on Hwy. 148 just west of Shawville sent at least three people to hospital on Nov. 25.  Emergency crews were called to the scene at around 6 p.m. A car travelling

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Ladysmith Sportsman’s Club results

CALEB NICKERSON LADYSMITH Dec. 2, 2020  COVID-19 has claimed another victim, as the annual Ladysmith Sportsman’s Club’s annual awards dinner had to be called off.  Organizer Ernie Pasch said he was disappointed, but his hands were tied as he wouldn’t

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LOCAL EVENTS
First House/ First commercial building purchase

First House/ First commercial building purchase

September 10, 2025
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Thinking about buying your first home or commercial property? Join the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce and Desjardins for a special event: 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/first-house-first-commercial-building-purchase-tickets-1458579704159

SADC Community Event - Waltham

SADC Community Event - Waltham

September 11, 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!

Waltham

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

September 14, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast. 
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!

TO REGISTER OR DONATE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Registration: 1:00 PM | Run Begins: 2:00 PM
Dogs are also welcome, but must remain on a leash.

Route Info:
– 10 km distance
– Bring your water bottle. Water stations along the route

Stay tuned for updates on the BBQ and other family-friendly activities happening on site!

The Terry Fox Run has become a beloved fall tradition in Canada, with over 650 communities — big and small, urban and rural — fundraising together for cancer research.
Let’s keep Shawville proudly among them!!

Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
Que vous marchiez, couriez, rouliez à vélo ou en fauteuil, ou poussiez une poussette — tout le monde est bienvenu !

POUR S’INSCRIRE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Inscriptions : 13 h 00 | Départ de la course : 14 h 00
Les chiens sont aussi les bienvenus, mais doivent être tenus en laisse.
Infos sur le parcours :

– Distance de 10 km
– Postes d’eau tout au long du parcours

Restez à l’écoute pour plus de détails sur le BBQ et d’autres activités familiales sur place !

La Course Terry Fox est devenue une tradition automnale chère aux Canadiens. Plus de 650 communautés se mobilisent chaque année pour amasser des fonds pour la recherche sur le cancer.
Faisons en sorte que Shawville continue de faire partie de cette belle tradition collective!
Bryson Journée Communautaire / Community Day

Bryson Journée Communautaire / Community Day

September 16, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Célébrons 40 ans de développement 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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Celebrate 40 Years of local development 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!
Alleyn-et-Cawood Journée Communautaire / Community Day

Alleyn-et-Cawood Journée Communautaire / Community Day

September 17, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Célébrons 40 ans de développement 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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Celebrate 40 Years of local development 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!
Bryson RA September 3-Pitch Tournament

Bryson RA September 3-Pitch Tournament

September 19, 2025 - September 21, 2025
12:00 am
Please contact Holly Newberry to register a team.
250$ entre fee per team

Must e-transfer entry-fee to brysonra@hotmail.ca to reserve your spot
  • 7 guys 3 girls (boys can’t play as a girl)
  • 3 Pitch and 3 home runs per game
  • Rules will be sent to each captain before the start of the tournament
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