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Events - 23 Aug 25

Upcoming Events

April 2026

Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
Dumoine River "Art for Wilderness" Exhibition at Cafe 349
April 6, 2026 - May 29, 2026
All Day
Quyon Game Night - Fallback Image
Quyon Game Night
April 18, 2026
6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
Pontiac Pride’s “Spring Fling” - Shawville
April 18, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:45 pm
Tea party in support of Ecoles Petit-Ponts - Fort-Coulonge
Tea party in support of Ecoles Petit-Ponts - Fort-Coulonge
April 19, 2026
10:30 am - 2:00 pm
Connexions Info Session: Online Shopping Made Easy - Bryson
Connexions Info Session: Online Shopping Made Easy - Bryson
April 21, 2026
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
Souper de Cipaille/Sea Pie Supper - Fort-Coulonge
April 24, 2026
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Pontiac Community Players AGM - Shawville
Pontiac Community Players AGM - Shawville
April 25, 2026
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Fourth annual BGCFD poker run
Fourth annual BGCFD poker run
April 25, 2026
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Click on any of the individual events for details. For days with multiple listings, click the date for a complete list of events. 

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RBC Skate Day
16 Mar
March 16, 2025    
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Shawville Arena
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Paint P.m. with Jeanette Schevers
16 Mar
March 16, 2025    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Luskville Community Centre
No experience necessary - come realize you painting prowess with talented local artist, Jeanette Schevers. $25 all materials supplied. This is a fundraiser for the Pontiac Equestrian Association - all welcome.
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Email Use & Security Workshop
19 Mar
March 19, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Do you want to feel more confident using your e-mail? This workshop will take you through everything you need to known to use your e-mail safely.  Bring your device or borrow one of our laptops or iPads! Topics include: Setup Making the most of your inbox Email ettiquette Avoiding scams and spam Brought to [...]
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Navigating Tariffs
Navigating Tariffs
March 26, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Café Downtown
Businesses and organizations in the Pontiac are working quickly to respond to the recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government. To help support the economic vitality of the region, the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce along with SADC Pontiac and the MRC Pontiac are hosting an evening for leaders to come together to identify tangible actions [...]
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Small Business Speed Meet
Small Business Speed Meet
April 3, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Magnum Outfitters Lodge
Small business matchmaking for sourcing local goods. Picture this: rapid-fire introductions, quick and impactful conversations, and the chance to discover the perfect local partners to elevate your business. Whether you're looking for fresh products, handcrafted goods, or specialized services, this is your chance to source locally, build partnerships, and strengthen our community's economy—one handshake at [...]
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Events on March 16, 2025
16 Mar
RBC Skate Day
16 Mar 25
shawville
16 Mar
Paint P.m. with Jeanette Schevers
16 Mar 25
Luskville
Events on March 19, 2025
19 Mar
Email Use & Security Workshop
19 Mar 25
Events on March 26, 2025
Navigating Tariffs
Navigating Tariffs
26 Mar 25
Fort-Coulonge
Events on April 3, 2025
Small Business Speed Meet
Small Business Speed Meet
3 Apr 25
Mansfield et Pontefract
166th Cobden Fair

166th Cobden Fair

August 22, 2025 - August 24, 2025
9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Cobden Fairgrounds

Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year’s fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025.

Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our infamous Demolition Derby and Beer Tent on Saturday night! Plus, Ry-J’s Rock Climbing Wall, MTK Racetrack Racing, Mini Golf, The Skills Ontario – Trades and Tech Truck and don’t forget to join us for dinner on Friday and Saturday night! And….so much more! And again this year we are offering Pay One Price! Buy your Advance Passes for $16 online or in person.

On Friday and Saturday, tickets at the gate will cost $20. On Sunday tickets at the gate will cost $16.

End your summer with Flair, come to the Cobden Fair!

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artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening

artPontiac's Celebration of Youth & Grand Re-Opening

August 23, 2025
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
artPontiac
All are welcome! Come and celebrate our youth with us at our grand reopening!

Yes, you heard us right: grand reopening! August 23, 2025 from 1-4p.m.

Fun activities await: silent auction, youth-focused art workshops, live entertainment, food, and much more.

Don’t miss the chance to meet us and join the celebration!
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Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park

Play in the Park! "Twain's Tales" at Mill Dam Park

August 23, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Mill Dam Park

Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair.  Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.

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Events Calendar

Click on any of the individual events for details. For days with multiple listings, click the date for a complete list of events. 

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RBC Skate Day
16 Mar
March 16, 2025    
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Shawville Arena
More Info
Paint P.m. with Jeanette Schevers
16 Mar
March 16, 2025    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Luskville Community Centre
No experience necessary - come realize you painting prowess with talented local artist, Jeanette Schevers. $25 all materials supplied. This is a fundraiser for the Pontiac Equestrian Association - all welcome.
More Info
Email Use & Security Workshop
19 Mar
March 19, 2025    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Do you want to feel more confident using your e-mail? This workshop will take you through everything you need to known to use your e-mail safely.  Bring your device or borrow one of our laptops or iPads! Topics include: Setup Making the most of your inbox Email ettiquette Avoiding scams and spam Brought to [...]
More Info
Navigating Tariffs
Navigating Tariffs
March 26, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Café Downtown
Businesses and organizations in the Pontiac are working quickly to respond to the recent tariffs imposed by the U.S. government. To help support the economic vitality of the region, the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce along with SADC Pontiac and the MRC Pontiac are hosting an evening for leaders to come together to identify tangible actions [...]
More Info
Small Business Speed Meet
Small Business Speed Meet
April 3, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Magnum Outfitters Lodge
Small business matchmaking for sourcing local goods. Picture this: rapid-fire introductions, quick and impactful conversations, and the chance to discover the perfect local partners to elevate your business. Whether you're looking for fresh products, handcrafted goods, or specialized services, this is your chance to source locally, build partnerships, and strengthen our community's economy—one handshake at [...]
More Info
Events on March 16, 2025
16 Mar
RBC Skate Day
16 Mar 25
shawville
16 Mar
Paint P.m. with Jeanette Schevers
16 Mar 25
Luskville
Events on March 19, 2025
19 Mar
Email Use & Security Workshop
19 Mar 25
Events on March 26, 2025
Navigating Tariffs
Navigating Tariffs
26 Mar 25
Fort-Coulonge
Events on April 3, 2025
Small Business Speed Meet
Small Business Speed Meet
3 Apr 25
Mansfield et Pontefract
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