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November 12, 2025

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Filling your cup

By Shelley Heaphy “Just remember to fill your own cup because you can’t share with people if your cup is empty.” I recently saw this

Great turnout

Dear Editor, I wanted to bring your readers’ attention the great turnout on Nov. 5, in Shawville at an evening consultation with Canada’s first ever

Tradition

I heard the story about a young woman who, when she was cooking a roast of beef, always cut off one end and put it

The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Nov. 24, 1993 25 Years Ago Mustangs pass Panthers on the outside: Pontiac High’s junior girls basketball team had its second

Internet as a public good

How important is high speed internet? If you’re the owner of a small business, odds are that you need access to high speed internet in

Setting up the straight and narrow

Donald Teuma-Castelletti MUNCICPALITY OF PONTIAC Nov. 24, 2018 Volunteers from the Pontiac Snowmobile Drivers Association (PSDA) had the chance to hit their trails early on

Moose calls and bear balls

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LADYSMITH Nov. 24, 2018 Venison mac and cheese, moose meat and a whole bunch of bear (meat) balls were just a small portion

CWL brunch on the island

Donald Teuma-Castelletti GRAND CALUMET ISLAND Nov. 25, 2018 Brunch, crafts and plenty of baked goods were dominating the Grand Calumet Island town hall on Sunday,

Filling your cup

By Shelley Heaphy “Just remember to fill your own cup because you can’t share with people if your cup is empty.” I recently saw this quote shared on social media, and thought to myself how absolutely true it is. So

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Great turnout

Dear Editor, I wanted to bring your readers’ attention the great turnout on Nov. 5, in Shawville at an evening consultation with Canada’s first ever federal Minister for Seniors, Filomena Tassi. Thank you to Café 349 for hosting approximately 50

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Tradition

I heard the story about a young woman who, when she was cooking a roast of beef, always cut off one end and put it in the oven. One day her husband asked her why she was doing that and

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The Way We Were

Compiled by Bonnie Chevrier Nov. 24, 1993 25 Years Ago Mustangs pass Panthers on the outside: Pontiac High’s junior girls basketball team had its second consecutive valley championship within its grasp but let it slip through their fingers with less

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Internet as a public good

How important is high speed internet? If you’re the owner of a small business, odds are that you need access to high speed internet in order to be competitive in a world addicted to online shopping. Last week, Canada’s Auditor

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Setting up the straight and narrow

Donald Teuma-Castelletti MUNCICPALITY OF PONTIAC Nov. 24, 2018 Volunteers from the Pontiac Snowmobile Drivers Association (PSDA) had the chance to hit their trails early on Saturday, but it wasn’t for the thrill of feeling the wind on their helmets. With

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Moose calls and bear balls

Donald Teuma-Castelletti LADYSMITH Nov. 24, 2018 Venison mac and cheese, moose meat and a whole bunch of bear (meat) balls were just a small portion of Saturday night’s potluck feast, as hunters and anglers gathered at Hotel Ladysmith for an

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CWL brunch on the island

Donald Teuma-Castelletti GRAND CALUMET ISLAND Nov. 25, 2018 Brunch, crafts and plenty of baked goods were dominating the Grand Calumet Island town hall on Sunday, as the St. Anne’s Church’s Catholic Women’s League enjoyed their 13th year of the community

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LOCAL EVENTS
Joel Plaskett LIVE at Gavan's

Joel Plaskett LIVE at Gavan's

November 18, 2025
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm

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

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!

 

20 Nov

Connexions Resource Centre Legal Walk-in Clinic

November 20, 2025
9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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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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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739

Christmas Turkey Dinner

Christmas Turkey Dinner

November 20, 2025
4:45 pm - 6:45 pm

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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Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 21, 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

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