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November 12, 2025

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The Parents’ Voice By Shelley Heaphy

Minimizing at Christmas The push to buying Christmas presents starts earlier and earlier every year. This year I felt that we were being bombarded with

Open letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Open Letter To: Justin Trudeau, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Youth; Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs; James Carr, Minister of Natural

Great help

Dear Editor On Saturday, November 18, 2017, 22 volunteers responded to my call for help from as far as Quyon, Otter Lake, Sand Bay and

Long Days Ahead

Does seven and-a-half hours constitute a long workday? It’s a question the MRC council of mayors debated at their last council meeting on Nov. 22.

Green PPJ hosts info meeting

Donald Teuma-Castelletti CAMPBELL’S BAY Nov. 22, 2017 A general information meeting was held by the Green PPJ group last Wednesday, offering attendees a chance to

PHS, ESSC take titles in Pontiac Cup

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE Nov. 21, 2017 High school students from across the Pontiac took to the volleyball courts last week, when the boys and girls

Quebec to standardize school taxes

Chris Lowrey QUEBEC Nov. 22, 2017 Across the province, school tax rates are set to undergo a major change. Although details still need to be

Sinkhole snarls traffic

Chris Lowrey MUNICIPALITY OF PONTIAC Nov. 25, 2017 Residents of the Municipality of Pontiac will have to deal with yet another road closure after a

Budget reduction

Chris Lowrey MRC PONTIAC Nov. 22, 2017 The MRC Pontiac council of mayors has voted unanimously to approve the 2018 budget. The budget was tabled

The Parents’ Voice By Shelley Heaphy

Minimizing at Christmas The push to buying Christmas presents starts earlier and earlier every year. This year I felt that we were being bombarded with commercials, sales and best present ideas even before Halloween was over. It gives our children

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Open letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

Open Letter To: Justin Trudeau, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and Youth; Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs; James Carr, Minister of Natural Resources; Catherine McKenna, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Dear Justin Trudeau, Carolyn Bennett, James

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Great help

Dear Editor On Saturday, November 18, 2017, 22 volunteers responded to my call for help from as far as Quyon, Otter Lake, Sand Bay and Shawville in order to prepare the trails for the coming season. Most of them arrived

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Long Days Ahead

Does seven and-a-half hours constitute a long workday? It’s a question the MRC council of mayors debated at their last council meeting on Nov. 22. One of the top priorities of the council – as many of them noted in

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Green PPJ hosts info meeting

Donald Teuma-Castelletti CAMPBELL’S BAY Nov. 22, 2017 A general information meeting was held by the Green PPJ group last Wednesday, offering attendees a chance to find out what they’re about and initiatives they’ve taken since their inception last year. Meeting

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PHS, ESSC take titles in Pontiac Cup

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE Nov. 21, 2017 High school students from across the Pontiac took to the volleyball courts last week, when the boys and girls senior teams duked it out for the top spots in the Pontiac Cup. Taking over

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Quebec to standardize school taxes

Chris Lowrey QUEBEC Nov. 22, 2017 Across the province, school tax rates are set to undergo a major change. Although details still need to be announced, the province will change the current taxation system so that both English and French

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Sinkhole snarls traffic

Chris Lowrey MUNICIPALITY OF PONTIAC Nov. 25, 2017 Residents of the Municipality of Pontiac will have to deal with yet another road closure after a sinkhole opened up on Ch. de la Montagne. Although it is much smaller than the

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Budget reduction

Chris Lowrey MRC PONTIAC Nov. 22, 2017 The MRC Pontiac council of mayors has voted unanimously to approve the 2018 budget. The budget was tabled at the first meeting of the newly-elected council of mayors. The expenditures for this year’s

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LOCAL EVENTS
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!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 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

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

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