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November 12, 2025

The Parents’ Voice

Water Safety

The allure of water during the hot months we’ve awaited all winter can be very exciting. Cooling off just feels so good, even for little

Touch-a-Truck is coming to town

If there was anything my son was in love with when he was little it was trucks. Big trucks, small trucks, tractors and construction vehicles

Thank our volunteers

In small towns we need volunteers for everything, starting with programs like skating, clubs and sports, to organizations like the Lions and Lionettes who provide

You are who you hang with

As my kids head towards a life where they begin to choose their friends I find myself repeating a sentence that became a motto in

Trying new things

Stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can be a very hard thing for people, including children, to do. How often do

When to stop helping

by Shelley Heaphy Say what? Stop helping? Isn’t it true that we help our kids a lot – with practically everything? Now I don’t mean

Bug Safety

The effects that some bug bites may have on us and our children can make outdoor activities and events very hard to navigate with small

Earth Day at Home

On Apr. 22, the hope is that people from around the globe will be making changes to their daily routines to lessen environmental impact as

Pretend Play

One of the things I love most about children is their ability to pretend. They can become anything or anyone at the drop of a

Water Safety

The allure of water during the hot months we’ve awaited all winter can be very exciting. Cooling off just feels so good, even for little ones. With little ones, the excitement of swimming may be hard for them to hold

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Touch-a-Truck is coming to town

If there was anything my son was in love with when he was little it was trucks. Big trucks, small trucks, tractors and construction vehicles – anytime he would see them pass by he would get so excited. We are

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Thank our volunteers

In small towns we need volunteers for everything, starting with programs like skating, clubs and sports, to organizations like the Lions and Lionettes who provide so much assistance to all those in need in our communities, along with countless others.

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You are who you hang with

As my kids head towards a life where they begin to choose their friends I find myself repeating a sentence that became a motto in my home growing up: “you are who you hang with.” It’s a hard transition when

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Trying new things

Stepping out of your comfort zone and trying new things can be a very hard thing for people, including children, to do. How often do we go through this with children? It could be new schools, new sports, new siblings,

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Sending your heart out into the world

“When you send your child out in the world it’s like your wearing your heart on your sleeve”, a friend once said this to me about her child and it has always resonated heavily with me. It’s so true. Once

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When to stop helping

by Shelley Heaphy Say what? Stop helping? Isn’t it true that we help our kids a lot – with practically everything? Now I don’t mean helping them by cooking supper, because lets face it we’re not getting rid of that

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Bug Safety

The effects that some bug bites may have on us and our children can make outdoor activities and events very hard to navigate with small children (and pets). I’ve been looking up some tips and tricks with hopes that it’ll

Read More »

Earth Day at Home

On Apr. 22, the hope is that people from around the globe will be making changes to their daily routines to lessen environmental impact as a way to celebrate Earth Day. Earth Day is a great opportunity to talk to

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Pretend Play

One of the things I love most about children is their ability to pretend. They can become anything or anyone at the drop of a hat. One minute your child is, well, your child, and the next minute they may

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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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