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Upcoming Events

April 2026

49th Shawville Community Bonspiel
April 9, 2026 - April 12, 2026
12:00 am
Chutes Coulonge AGM/AGA
April 9, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Kids String Art Workshop - Shawville
April 11, 2026
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Live at Gavan’s - The Abrams
April 11, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
April 18, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
April 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fourth annual BGCFD poker run
April 25, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Oktoberfest Ladysmith (40th Anniversary)
October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025    
12:00 am
Celebrate Oktoberfest Ladysmith – 40th Anniversary! 1985–2025 | 40 Years of Tradition & Fun! Join us for the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the Outaouais as we mark 40 years of music, culture, community, and unforgettable memories! Whether you're a longtime attendee or a first-time visitor, this 3-day festival promises something for everyone. What to Expect: [...]
SADC Community Event - Bristol
October 7, 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 [...]
Meet the Candidates: Municipality of Pontiac
October 8, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 8 at Gavan's in Quyon.

This event is for residents of the Municipality of Pontiac and the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais.
SADC Community Event - Ile-du-Grand-Calumet
October 9, 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 [...]
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac East
October 9, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 9th, Hursty's in Shawville.

This event is for residents of Alleyn-et-Cawood, Otter Lake, Thorne, Shawville, Clarendon, Bristol and Portage-du-Fort.
11 Oct
October 11, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come to the annual Bristol Market Thanksgiving Popup on Oct 11 from 10am - 2pm! Find produce, art, baking, preserves, and so much more! Over 20 local vendors Live music by local artist Doug Nicholson Raffle for vendor products Hot drinks & warm food Located at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol
Salon virtuel de l'emploi du Pontiac - 5e édition - Virtual Pontiac Job Fair - 5th Edition
October 15, 2025    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
C’est avec plaisir que le Carrefour Jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) vous invite à bénéficier de son important évènement virtuel de recrutement ce prochain 15 octobre 2025, de 13h00 à 17h00.  Profitez de cette parfaite occasion d’accéder à nos réseaux pour combler vos besoins en main-d’œuvre – tous secteurs confondus, et ce, gratuitement. Le Salon de l’emploi [...]
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac Centre
October 15, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 15th at Bowers Restaurant in Mansfield.

This event is for residents of For Bryson, Campbell’s Bay, L'Île-du-Grand-Calumet, Litchfield, Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield-et-Pontefract.
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West
October 16, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 16th, La Gare Waltham Station.

This event is for residents of Waltham, Chichester, Sheenboro, L’Isle-aux-Allumettes and Rapides-des-Joachims.
Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025
October 18, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden  43 Astrolabe Rd, CobdenSaturday, October 18, 202510:00 AM – 3:00 PMFREE Admission! Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just [...]
Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers
October 18, 2025    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Samedi 18 octobre 13h – 14h 30 Moulin Egan, Pontiac, Outaouais Join us for a lively and engaging afternoon at the Egan mill, as local history enthusiast, Gord Graham, leads a fascinating conversation about the first settlers of the Pontiac, Outaouais region. Discover what life was like for the early “Pontiacers” — their challenges, triumphs, [...]
Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night
October 18, 2025    
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Sors tes bottes. Rassemble ta gang. C’est la Soirée country entre copines au Centre de loisirs des Draveurs! Samedi 18 octobre • 18 h 25 $ (inclut l’entrée + bouchées BBQ) Musique country + danse en ligne Bouchées BBQ Bar payant + cocktails spéciaux Tirages & prix Billets disponibles par virement à cbourque196@outlook.com ou auprès [...]
19 Oct
October 19, 2025    
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Euchre tournament in Otter Lake, QC on Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Doors open at noon. The tournament starts at 1 PM. All levels welcome, and you do not need a partner to play. Snacks and drinks will be available. Lots of prizes! Pre-registration is $5/person. The price at the door on the day of the [...]
Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac
October 22, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 22nd at École Sieur-de-Coulonge
Join us for a live event at ESSC in Mansfield. Or watch from the comfort of your own home live on YouTube!
Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)
October 31, 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
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 [...]
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Holiday Farm Hop
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Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights

December 13, 2024 - December 14, 2024
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Opening Weekend: Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights
Kick off the holiday season with the magical Opening weekend of the Chutes Coulonge Festival of Lights! Experience a winter wonderland as you stroll through our illuminated forest trails, surrounded by the glow of festive lights that guide you through a cozy, snowy landscape.
Enchanted Forest Trail: Follow the beautifully lit paths through the forest, each twist and turn revealing more holiday charm and a peaceful, magical ambiance.
Warm Treats: Enjoy hot chocolate and delicious food from Café Downtown, perfect for keeping cozy as you explore.
New Attraction – A Lumberjack’s Tale: Discover our newest feature, a heartwarming experience that brings to life the story of a lumberjack making his way home for Christmas. Follow his journey through immersive displays that capture the spirit of tradition and family during the holidays.
Bring family and friends to share in the joy and warmth of the season, and be among the first to experience this unforgettable holiday event at Chutes Coulonge Park!
Bundle up, bring your holiday spirit, and prepare for an evening of lights, warmth, and festive cheer!
Get your tickets online at www.chutescoulonge.ca or on site!
14 Dec

Journée de Noël pour les enfants/ Christmas Kids Day

December 14, 2024
11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Venez à la Marche de chapeau le samedi 14 Decembre de 11h à 15h pour une journée remplie d’activités pour les enfants.
Les activités comprennent : Lettres au Père Noël, décoration de bonshommes en pain d’épices, chant au spectacle de talents, photo de Noël et shopping.
Des hot-dogs avec des chips, un canne de bonbon et du chocolat chaud seront servis.

Come to the Chapeau Market on Saturday, December 14 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a day full of activities for kids.
Activities include: Letters to Santa, gingerbread man decorating, singing at the talent show, Christmas photo and shopping.
Hot dogs with chips, a candy cane and hot chocolate will be served.

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Oktoberfest Ladysmith (40th Anniversary)
October 3, 2025 - October 5, 2025    
12:00 am
Celebrate Oktoberfest Ladysmith – 40th Anniversary! 1985–2025 | 40 Years of Tradition & Fun! Join us for the largest Oktoberfest celebration in the Outaouais as we mark 40 years of music, culture, community, and unforgettable memories! Whether you're a longtime attendee or a first-time visitor, this 3-day festival promises something for everyone. What to Expect: [...]
SADC Community Event - Bristol
October 7, 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 [...]
Meet the Candidates: Municipality of Pontiac
October 8, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 8 at Gavan's in Quyon.

This event is for residents of the Municipality of Pontiac and the MRC des Collines-de-l'Outaouais.
SADC Community Event - Ile-du-Grand-Calumet
October 9, 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 [...]
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac East
October 9, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 9th, Hursty's in Shawville.

This event is for residents of Alleyn-et-Cawood, Otter Lake, Thorne, Shawville, Clarendon, Bristol and Portage-du-Fort.
11 Oct
October 11, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come to the annual Bristol Market Thanksgiving Popup on Oct 11 from 10am - 2pm! Find produce, art, baking, preserves, and so much more! Over 20 local vendors Live music by local artist Doug Nicholson Raffle for vendor products Hot drinks & warm food Located at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol
Salon virtuel de l'emploi du Pontiac - 5e édition - Virtual Pontiac Job Fair - 5th Edition
October 15, 2025    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
C’est avec plaisir que le Carrefour Jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) vous invite à bénéficier de son important évènement virtuel de recrutement ce prochain 15 octobre 2025, de 13h00 à 17h00.  Profitez de cette parfaite occasion d’accéder à nos réseaux pour combler vos besoins en main-d’œuvre – tous secteurs confondus, et ce, gratuitement. Le Salon de l’emploi [...]
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac Centre
October 15, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 15th at Bowers Restaurant in Mansfield.

This event is for residents of For Bryson, Campbell’s Bay, L'Île-du-Grand-Calumet, Litchfield, Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield-et-Pontefract.
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West
October 16, 2025    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 16th, La Gare Waltham Station.

This event is for residents of Waltham, Chichester, Sheenboro, L’Isle-aux-Allumettes and Rapides-des-Joachims.
Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025
October 18, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden  43 Astrolabe Rd, CobdenSaturday, October 18, 202510:00 AM – 3:00 PMFREE Admission! Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just [...]
Unanswered Questions of the Pontiac’s First Settlers
October 18, 2025    
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Samedi 18 octobre 13h – 14h 30 Moulin Egan, Pontiac, Outaouais Join us for a lively and engaging afternoon at the Egan mill, as local history enthusiast, Gord Graham, leads a fascinating conversation about the first settlers of the Pontiac, Outaouais region. Discover what life was like for the early “Pontiacers” — their challenges, triumphs, [...]
Soirée Cowgirl, Croquettes et Copines / Boots, Bites & Besties Night
October 18, 2025    
6:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Sors tes bottes. Rassemble ta gang. C’est la Soirée country entre copines au Centre de loisirs des Draveurs! Samedi 18 octobre • 18 h 25 $ (inclut l’entrée + bouchées BBQ) Musique country + danse en ligne Bouchées BBQ Bar payant + cocktails spéciaux Tirages & prix Billets disponibles par virement à cbourque196@outlook.com ou auprès [...]
19 Oct
October 19, 2025    
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Euchre tournament in Otter Lake, QC on Sunday, October 19th, 2025. Doors open at noon. The tournament starts at 1 PM. All levels welcome, and you do not need a partner to play. Snacks and drinks will be available. Lots of prizes! Pre-registration is $5/person. The price at the door on the day of the [...]
Conversation with the Candidates for Warden of the MRC Pontiac
October 22, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 22nd at École Sieur-de-Coulonge
Join us for a live event at ESSC in Mansfield. Or watch from the comfort of your own home live on YouTube!
Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)
October 31, 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
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 [...]
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Oktoberfest Ladysmith (40th Anniversary)
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