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October 29, 2025

Chris Judd

Thrown under the bus by Chris Judd

For more than 400 years, milk cows and the milk they produced have been providing nourishment for families in Canada and especially our children. Safe,

History repeats itself

While in Europe on an agricultural tour about fifty years ago, I got a rude awakening to the haves and the have nots. As I

Another dark cloud

September 21, 2018 will be a day many of our friends and families will never forget. When a couple tornados touched down in and near

Tip your hat to the lady by Chris Judd

Most of our dairy farmers are familiar with the painting of true type dairy cows (Holstein, Ayrshire, Jersey, Brown Swiss and milking Shorthorn) with the

Tip your hat to the lady by Chris Judd

Most of our dairy farmers are familiar with the painting of true type dairy cows (Holstein, Ayrshire, Jersey, Brown Swiss and milking Shorthorn) with the

Why does food make me sick?

About 1990, the dairy farmers of North America developed a campaign to encourage restaurants to use real dairy products. Dairy farmers were given two kinds

Why does food make me sick?

About 1990, the dairy farmers of North America developed a campaign to encourage restaurants to use real dairy products. Dairy farmers were given two kinds

Feeling sorry for Americans

We all have relatives or friends who live in some part of the USA. Just like many of my neighbours who now live in Canada

The fall fair

Since medieval times, the fall fair has been a time to celebrate the year with music, dance, drink and food with your neighbours and to

Like the Waltons by Chris Judd

Lately while watching an old rerun of The Waltons I realized that I and many of our neighbours had grown up in a home situation

Thrown under the bus by Chris Judd

For more than 400 years, milk cows and the milk they produced have been providing nourishment for families in Canada and especially our children. Safe, unadulterated milk and the dairy products made from it like butter, cheese, etc., have been

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History repeats itself

While in Europe on an agricultural tour about fifty years ago, I got a rude awakening to the haves and the have nots. As I admired a giant, pristine castle complete with a moat I asked, “Who owns that beautiful

Read More »

Another dark cloud

September 21, 2018 will be a day many of our friends and families will never forget. When a couple tornados touched down in and near the Ottawa-Gatineau area, trees came down, shingles blew off, roofs blew away and entire houses

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Tip your hat to the lady by Chris Judd

Most of our dairy farmers are familiar with the painting of true type dairy cows (Holstein, Ayrshire, Jersey, Brown Swiss and milking Shorthorn) with the caption below reading “mothers of the human race,” because for thousands of years cows provided

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Tip your hat to the lady by Chris Judd

Most of our dairy farmers are familiar with the painting of true type dairy cows (Holstein, Ayrshire, Jersey, Brown Swiss and milking Shorthorn) with the caption below reading “mothers of the human race,” because for thousands of years cows provided

Read More »

Why does food make me sick?

About 1990, the dairy farmers of North America developed a campaign to encourage restaurants to use real dairy products. Dairy farmers were given two kinds of business shaped cards. If a restaurant served butter, real whipped cream and other dairy

Read More »

Why does food make me sick?

About 1990, the dairy farmers of North America developed a campaign to encourage restaurants to use real dairy products. Dairy farmers were given two kinds of business shaped cards. If a restaurant served butter, real whipped cream and other dairy

Read More »

Feeling sorry for Americans

We all have relatives or friends who live in some part of the USA. Just like many of my neighbours who now live in Canada when my ancestors came from different parts of Europe to North America, their families lived

Read More »

The fall fair

Since medieval times, the fall fair has been a time to celebrate the year with music, dance, drink and food with your neighbours and to show off the best that you have produced. Needless to say, when our ancestors came

Read More »

Like the Waltons by Chris Judd

Lately while watching an old rerun of The Waltons I realized that I and many of our neighbours had grown up in a home situation very similar to the one portrayed on The Waltons set. We lived three generations in

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LOCAL EVENTS
Holiday Farm Hop

Holiday Farm Hop

November 1, 2025 - November 2, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come join us for the next Farm Hop which will be on November 1st and 2nd, 2025 from 10am to 3pm in the Chemin Cregheur area of Luskville, Quebec. This is a FREE event.

The Farm Hop was born out of a desire to share our farms and sustainable practices with our local community. The first of its kind in the area, we are hoping it will be embraced and loved for providing original, quality handmade wares and art, and further peoples knowledge on wellness and sustainability. I hope you can make it out support your local community!

Five farms and a vineyard will be participating and each farm has animals to see and will have their wares on offer as well as hosting other artisans (The artisans will be posted under each host). There are also Gatineau Park trails along Cregheur for some great hiking.

More info can be found at www.luskville.farm-hop.com.
NOTE: Please do not bring your dog(s) onto any of the farm properties.
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!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 7, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

08 Nov

Remembrance Day Spaghetti and Meatballs dinner and dance

November 8, 2025
5:00 pm - 11:45 pm

Get your tickets!

Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester

Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.

Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance

Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.

We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.

Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.

Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.

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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir

Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.

Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse

Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.

Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.

Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.

Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith

Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

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!

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