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Hydro Quebec will be renovating one of the control buildings at the Wyman substation in order to bring the facilitiy into the digital age. The upgrades will allow some operations to be handled remotely and the work will last until December.

Bristol substation getting upgrades

CALEB NICKERSON BRISTOL June 1, 2020  Hydro Quebec is conducting work on the substation in Wyman in order to bring it into the digital age. 

Canada’s Shame

215 dead children.  The headlines across the country have been repeating this disgusting statistic since it was revealed by the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation

Amos caught urinating on camera

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC May 26, 2021 Pontiac MP Will Amos found himself in international headlines for the second time in as many months, after he

Trees for one and all

CALEB NICKERSON CAMPBELL’S BAY May 28, 2021 MRC Pontiac held its annual tree distribution day on Friday, shelling out several thousand saplings of a wide

Volunteers search river for body

CALEB NICKERSON UPPER PONTIAC May 29, 2021 An unsanctioned search was held on Saturday to recover the body of a man who went missing on

Les Amis du Cycloparc PPJ hold AGM

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC May 27, 2021 On Thursday evening, the citizen group Les Amis du Cycloparc PPJ held their 2020 AGM via video conference, with

Not again…

The truth really is stranger than fiction. Last week Pontiac MP Will Amos made more international headlines with his second video conference gaffe in as

Hydro Quebec will be renovating one of the control buildings at the Wyman substation in order to bring the facilitiy into the digital age. The upgrades will allow some operations to be handled remotely and the work will last until December.

Bristol substation getting upgrades

CALEB NICKERSON BRISTOL June 1, 2020  Hydro Quebec is conducting work on the substation in Wyman in order to bring it into the digital age.  The work, which will replace one of the substation’s control buildings, began in May .

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Canada’s Shame

215 dead children.  The headlines across the country have been repeating this disgusting statistic since it was revealed by the Tk’emlúps te Secwépemc First Nation in British Columbia on May 27 but it’s a hard one to wrap your mind

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Amos caught urinating on camera

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC May 26, 2021 Pontiac MP Will Amos found himself in international headlines for the second time in as many months, after he was caught urinating on-camera during a parliamentary committee meeting on May 26. Late the following

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Trees for one and all

CALEB NICKERSON CAMPBELL’S BAY May 28, 2021 MRC Pontiac held its annual tree distribution day on Friday, shelling out several thousand saplings of a wide variety of species. “Every year the ministry of [forests, fauna and parks] sends trees to

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Volunteers search river for body

CALEB NICKERSON UPPER PONTIAC May 29, 2021 An unsanctioned search was held on Saturday to recover the body of a man who went missing on Feb. 12 while snowmobiling on the Ottawa River near Chapeau. Robert Chartrand, 30, is presumed

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Les Amis du Cycloparc PPJ hold AGM

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC May 27, 2021 On Thursday evening, the citizen group Les Amis du Cycloparc PPJ held their 2020 AGM via video conference, with 10 people in attendance. The group was formed to advocate for . . .

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Not again…

The truth really is stranger than fiction. Last week Pontiac MP Will Amos made more international headlines with his second video conference gaffe in as many months. This time was much more salacious, since he was alleged to have been

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LOCAL EVENTS
Quyon Community Day

Quyon Community Day

September 6, 2025
All Day

Quyon Community Day – Sept 6th!! FREE Entry!!

NEW this year… the Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on 3 demonstrations (noon, 3 & 7 pm) and the DRONES are coming back…

Live local musicians will once again hit the stage and this year “Chicken Fried” will keep us all singing and dancing into the night!!!

The Quyon Lions are once again providing a Roast Beef dinner – info on how to purchase dinner tickets will be provided soon. 

And that’s not all….. the annual 3-pitch ball tournament starts Friday night and plenty of Children’s activities will be set up in the park!!!

See ya there!!!!

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

September 6, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge, le 6 septembre 2025 de 10h à 16h à la salle de conférence du Pontiac, 204 rue principale, Fort-Coulonge, QC J0X 1V0.

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!
Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • 7:00 PM
  • Pontiac Agricultural Hall

Enjoy an evening filled with:

  • Mexican Food Bar
  • Live Music & Dancing
    Signature Cocktails & Sips
  • $50 per ticket – includes dinner & entertainment!
Dress in Denim, Fringe, Florals & Fiesta Vibes – and get ready to have an amazing night out in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund.

Grab your friends and book your table now- spots are limited!

Table of 8-$400

E-transfer pontiacarenafund@gmail.com
 Soirée de Comédie / Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150

 Soirée de Comédie / Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150

September 20, 2025
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
 Soirée de Comédie – Otter Lake 150

Le comité du 150e d’Otter Lake s’associe à Yuk Yuks, présent dans la région d’Ottawa et de la vallée depuis plus de 40 ans, pour vous offrir une soirée remplie de sourires et de fous rires!
  • Prix : Prévente 20 $ | À la porte 25 $
  • Date : 20 septembre, 2025
  • Lieu : Centre R.A.
  • Ouverture des portes : 19 h
  • Les réservations sont en prévente et les places sont limitées – premier arrivé, premier servi!
Après paiement, votre nom sera ajouté à la liste d’entrée. 

Réservations par virement Interac à : otterlake150@outlook.com

Pour éviter que les virements Interac ne soient refusés ou mal traités, veuillez utiliser la question de sécurité suivante :

  • Question : Quel genre de spectacle?
  • Réponse : comedy
  • Paiement en personne également accepté.
Pour plus d’informations, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec les membres du comité.
Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150
The Otter Lake 150 Committee is teaming up with Yuk Yuks, bringing 4 decades of comedy to Ottawa and the Valley, to give you a night full of smiles and belly laughs!

  • Price: Presale $20 | At the door $25
  • Date: September 20, 2025
  • Location: R.A. Centre
  • Doors open: 7 PM
  • Reservations are available on presale and seats are limited – first come, first serve!
Once payment is received, your name will be added to the door list. ✅
Reserve via e-transfer at otterlake150@outlook.com
To ensure your e-transfers are received correctly, please use the following security question:
  • Question: What type of show is it?
  • Answer: comedy
  • In-person payments also accepted.
For more information, please feel free to contact our committee members.
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