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Dear Editor, As reported in a recent edition of THE EQUITY, Canada’s Auditor General has said that the government is not doing enough to improve
Dear Editor, As reported in a recent edition of THE EQUITY, Canada’s Auditor General has said that the government is not doing enough to improve
Last week, Ontario Premier Doug Ford angered many when his government announced plans to axe the French language services commissioner and scrap a proposed French

Donald Teuma-Castelletti GRAND CALUMET ISLAND Dec. 2, 2018 Residents of Grand Calumet Island had the opportunity to learn about one of the unique residents of

THE EQUITY will be publishing a new weekly series of profiles of the Pontiac Lions Midget A players. Fans of local hockey can enjoy some

Novice Fort-Coulonge Comets Last week started with a tie on Wednesday night against a Petawawa team 8-8. On Saturday, the team participated in a tournament

Staff from local women’s shelter L’EntourElle teamed up with police to promote the White Ribbon Campaign to end violence against women on Nov. 29. Participants

Chris Lowrey BRISTOL Nov. 20, 2018 Sûreté du Québec officers seized more than 70 kilograms of cannabis in Bristol during a recent drug bust on
Chris Lowrey MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Nov. 28, 2018 The roadwork on Jim’s Lake Road has been delayed until spring after an unusually early snowfall. The
Chris Lowrey MRC PONTIAC Nov. 15, 2018 If residents of the MRC Pontiac hear a low-flying helicopter buzzing around their neighbourhoods, there’s no need to
Dear Editor, As reported in a recent edition of THE EQUITY, Canada’s Auditor General has said that the government is not doing enough to improve access to high speed internet in rural areas. I have been traveling across the Pontiac
Last week, Ontario Premier Doug Ford angered many when his government announced plans to axe the French language services commissioner and scrap a proposed French language university. Francophones in Ontario protested the move this past weekend and the push back

Donald Teuma-Castelletti GRAND CALUMET ISLAND Dec. 2, 2018 Residents of Grand Calumet Island had the opportunity to learn about one of the unique residents of their home on Saturday, when the daughter of a local artist spoke of her father’s

THE EQUITY will be publishing a new weekly series of profiles of the Pontiac Lions Midget A players. Fans of local hockey can enjoy some insight into what gives these players the drive to come out and be the best

Novice Fort-Coulonge Comets Last week started with a tie on Wednesday night against a Petawawa team 8-8. On Saturday, the team participated in a tournament in Deep River, Ont. The first game was played against Barry’s Bay for a win

Staff from local women’s shelter L’EntourElle teamed up with police to promote the White Ribbon Campaign to end violence against women on Nov. 29. Participants were at high traffic intersections in Allumette Island, Fort Coulonge and Shawville passing out ribbons

Chris Lowrey BRISTOL Nov. 20, 2018 Sûreté du Québec officers seized more than 70 kilograms of cannabis in Bristol during a recent drug bust on Nov. 20. The officers seized the cannabis as well as equipment used in the production
Chris Lowrey MANSFIELD ET PONTEFRACT Nov. 28, 2018 The roadwork on Jim’s Lake Road has been delayed until spring after an unusually early snowfall. The disappointing news was delivered at the MRC council of mayors meeting on Nov. 28. Work
Chris Lowrey MRC PONTIAC Nov. 15, 2018 If residents of the MRC Pontiac hear a low-flying helicopter buzzing around their neighbourhoods, there’s no need to panic. Mining company Osisko Metals Inc. will be performing an airborne magnetic survey as part
Joel Plaskett, an East Coast icon, takes the stage at Gavan’s in Qyuon.
Gavan’s is the place to be on November 18th for an intimate and unforgettable night with Joel Plaskett — a songwriter, storyteller, and performer who always leaves the crowd wanting more. Opener is Mars Aspen, an emerging singer-songwriter from Ottawa.
Tuesday, November 18
Gavan’s 1157 Rue de Clarendon, Quyon, QC.
Doors at 8:00PM | Show at 9:00PM
Tickets $45 Available now at Gavanshotel.com
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!

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!
Where: 530 Main St., Shawville
When: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Looking for free legal information or support? The Centre de justice de proximité de l’Outaouais is offering free legal walk-in clinics in Shawville. These clinics are open to all ages. Meet confidentially with a lawyer and social worker to discuss topics like family law, housing, wills, small claims, and more. Two other clinics will be held at the same location, Dec. 18 and Jan. 15.
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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!

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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Where: Shawville United Church, 410 Main St.
When: 4:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
A traditional Christmas meal featuring turkey with all the trimmings and homemade pie or Christmas pudding. Meals are $25 a person, or $10 for those 12 and under.
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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
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