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October 22, 2025

Caleb Nickerson

LiveWell greenhouse work halted

Chris Lowrey LITCHFIELD Oct. 24, 2018 The work on LiveWell Foods Inc. cannabis growing greenhouse project in Litchfield has been halted. The project was announced

Think before you tweet

The countdown is on. Not only for Halloween or Christmas, but for the next federal election, now just under a year away. That’s not a

CANAMEX tour brings international guests

CALEB NICKERSON FORT COULONGE Oct. 16, 2018 On Oct. 16 a large, international group of farmers, producers and government officials gathered at the Spruceholme Inn

Toller seeks new prez for pool project

CALEB NICKERSON CAMPBELL’S BAY Oct. 18, 2018 Pontiac Warden Jane Toller is looking for a fellow volunteer to take the lead on the Piscine Pontiac

Spaghetti in support of Shawville United

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Oct. 17, 2018 On Thursday night, Shawville United Church was packed with parishioners partaking in plates of pasta. The ringleader of the

Friends remember Dale Thomson

It is said that it takes a village to raise a child, the notion being that a tight-knit community contributes more to a person’s development

Chamber to host cannabis info session

CALEB NICKERSON CLARENDON Oct. 17, 2018 Later this month, local business owners will have the opportunity to learn about how the new laws regarding cannabis

Fortin looks ahead to second term, critic role

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC Oct. 26, 2018 On Oct. 26, Pontiac MNA André Fortin stopped by The Equity office for an interview as the newly appointed opposition critic for healthcare and vitality of regions. He talked about his recent re-election, his

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LiveWell greenhouse work halted

Chris Lowrey LITCHFIELD Oct. 24, 2018 The work on LiveWell Foods Inc. cannabis growing greenhouse project in Litchfield has been halted. The project was announced in February of this year and featured a planned 540,000 square foot greenhouse facility along

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Think before you tweet

The countdown is on. Not only for Halloween or Christmas, but for the next federal election, now just under a year away. That’s not a subject that most want to give much thought, as campaign signs from the most recent

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MRC monthly update: cannabis rules, new hire

CALEB NICKERSON CAMPBELL’S BAY Oct. 17, 2018 The monthly council of mayors meeting took place at the MRC Pontiac office on Oct. 17, with a wide variety of subjects on the agenda. Unlike the past several meetings, the public viewing

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Caisse raises over $6,000 for Centraide

CALEB NICKERSON FORT COULONGE Oct. 24, 2018 On Friday, staff of the Caisse Populaire Dejardins de Fort Coulonge were in the parking lot cooking up burgers and hot dogs for their annual barbeque in support of Centraide. Director General Stéphane

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CANAMEX tour brings international guests

CALEB NICKERSON FORT COULONGE Oct. 16, 2018 On Oct. 16 a large, international group of farmers, producers and government officials gathered at the Spruceholme Inn in Fort Coulonge to mark an international agri-tourism partnership. The dinner was part of a

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Toller seeks new prez for pool project

CALEB NICKERSON CAMPBELL’S BAY Oct. 18, 2018 Pontiac Warden Jane Toller is looking for a fellow volunteer to take the lead on the Piscine Pontiac Pool committee. “I am going to ask one of the members of our committee if

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Spaghetti in support of Shawville United

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Oct. 17, 2018 On Thursday night, Shawville United Church was packed with parishioners partaking in plates of pasta. The ringleader of the volunteers, Allan Dean, explained that he and some of the fellas have been hosting this

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Friends remember Dale Thomson

It is said that it takes a village to raise a child, the notion being that a tight-knit community contributes more to a person’s development than any one individual could. In some cases, the inverse is true as well. Sometimes

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Chamber to host cannabis info session

CALEB NICKERSON CLARENDON Oct. 17, 2018 Later this month, local business owners will have the opportunity to learn about how the new laws regarding cannabis affect them. The Pontiac Chamber of Commerce is hosting an information session along with their

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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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