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Caring for mental health

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 27, 2021 When someone has a physical injury, there’s usually a straightforward way for them to get help. Slap on a

MRC celebrates Sylvie Landriault

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 20, 2021 At the last Pontiac MRC council meeting on Jan. 20, participants celebrated the contributions of recently retired community leader

Fortin requests easing of restrictions

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 27, 2021 Pontiac’s provincial representative is requesting that the province ease public health restrictions in areas with lower levels of cases.

Agricultural society holds AGM

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 27, 2021 On Jan. 21, the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) held their annual general meeting via Zoom, electing a new executive

Making adjustments

A lot of the time, when discussing the various pandemic measures implemented by multiple levels of government, there is a lot of uncertainty as to

Golf simulator ready for action

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 27, 2021 There’s a new game in the town of Shawville. The curling club recently installed a state-of-the-art golf simulator and

New café in downtown Coulonge

CALEB NICKERSON FORT COULONGE Jan. 18, 2021 Visitors to Fort Coulonge may have noticed that there’s a new business in on the main drag, Café

Café 349 cooking for kids

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 20, 2021 Due to the numerous restrictions placed on local eateries, this past year has been a tough one, but one

Calumet mayor accused of misconduct

CALEB NICKERSON L’ÎLE DU GRAND CALUMET Jan. 20, 2021 The mayor of L’Île du Grand Calumet will be contesting complaints levelled at him through the

Caring for mental health

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 27, 2021 When someone has a physical injury, there’s usually a straightforward way for them to get help. Slap on a bandage, call up their doctor or in the most pressing circumstances, head for the emergency

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MRC celebrates Sylvie Landriault

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 20, 2021 At the last Pontiac MRC council meeting on Jan. 20, participants celebrated the contributions of recently retired community leader Sylvie Landriault. Landriault had been a long-serving member of the MRC investment committee in addition

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Fortin requests easing of restrictions

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 27, 2021 Pontiac’s provincial representative is requesting that the province ease public health restrictions in areas with lower levels of cases. MNA André Fortin reached out to THE EQUITY on Jan. 25 to echo a request

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Agricultural society holds AGM

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 27, 2021 On Jan. 21, the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) held their annual general meeting via Zoom, electing a new executive and board of directors. Without the Shawville Fair to occupy their time this summer, the

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Making adjustments

A lot of the time, when discussing the various pandemic measures implemented by multiple levels of government, there is a lot of uncertainty as to the effects. It’s only natural, this is a once in a lifetime event (hopefully) and

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Golf simulator ready for action

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 27, 2021 There’s a new game in the town of Shawville. The curling club recently installed a state-of-the-art golf simulator and are open for bookings once lockdown measures are lifted. Club President Andrew Rowat explained that

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New café in downtown Coulonge

CALEB NICKERSON FORT COULONGE Jan. 18, 2021 Visitors to Fort Coulonge may have noticed that there’s a new business in on the main drag, Café Downtown. Located in the heart of the community on rue Baume, the swanky new coffee

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Café 349 cooking for kids

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Jan. 20, 2021 Due to the numerous restrictions placed on local eateries, this past year has been a tough one, but one business is making the most of their new contract providing lunches for the elementary school

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Local officials weigh in on Quebec vaccination plan

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Jan. 20, 2021 Two of Pontiac’s elected officials are voicing their concerns over the provincial government’s plan for rolling out vaccinations across the province. Quebec has taken an approach that doesn’t follow the recommended dosage schedule, planning

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Calumet mayor accused of misconduct

CALEB NICKERSON L’ÎLE DU GRAND CALUMET Jan. 20, 2021 The mayor of L’Île du Grand Calumet will be contesting complaints levelled at him through the Commission Municipale du Quebec (CMQ). The CMQ is a body that deals with violations of

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LOCAL EVENTS
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!

 

SADC Community Event - Otter Lake

SADC Community Event - Otter Lake

November 20, 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!

Otter Lake

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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11 Dec

SADC Community Event - Municipality of Pontiac

December 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!

Municipality of Pontiac

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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