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 a time! Expect dynamic networking, strategic connections, and plenty of "aha!" moments as you find suppliers who align with your needs. Who knows? Your next great collaboration could be just a conversation away. Showcase Your Business! As a participant, you are welcome to set up a sample table to display and offer samples of your products. If you're interested, please contact SADC Pontiac to make arrangements. Ready to meet your match in business? Join us and make connections that count! Tickets are available here - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/rencontre-express-pme-small-business-speed-meet-tickets-1272730975609 ------- Acheter local : rencontres entre PME pour échanger et s’approvisionner. Avis à tous les entrepreneurs du Pontiac ! Participez à la Rencontre Express PME, un événement dynamique de maillage conçu pour connecter les entreprises locales aux meilleurs fournisseurs de la région. Imaginez des rencontres express, des échanges percutants et l’opportunité de trouver les partenaires locaux parfaits pour faire passer votre entreprise au niveau supérieur. Que vous recherchiez des produits frais, de l’artisanat ou des services spécialisés, c’est l’occasion idéale de sourcer localement, créer des collaborations et renforcer l’économie de notre communauté—une rencontre à la fois ! Mettez en valeur votre entreprise ! En tant que participant, vous êtes [...]

A special exhibit featuring Shawville High School graduate photos from 1932 and from 1956 to 1968 is now on display at Café 349 in Shawville (349 rue Main). The collection will be available for viewing until May 3rd, offering a glimpse into the town’s history through the years. Additionally, yearbooks from these eras can be found at the Pontiac Archives, conveniently located just across the street (358 Rue Main).

On Tuesday, April 15th THE EQUITY will host a conversation between the five federal candidates running to represent the Pontiac-Kitigan Zibi riding on Parliament Hill. We will stream it live to both theequity.ca and to our YouTube channel, (follow us @EquityNewspaper), so you can tune in, no matter where you are.

PPHS Reunion: August 2, 2025 Registration is on and active. Don't forget to register with payment. pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com info: Kathy Wickens 613-600-1455.

PPHS Reunion: August 2, 2025 Registration is on and active. Don't forget to register with payment. pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com info: Kathy Wickens 613-600-1455.

2nd Annual Poetry in the Pontiac, A National Poetry Month event. Doors at 6:30pm Bilingual open mic starts at 7pm - up to 10 writers Pearl Pirie starts at 8pm Come early for food and drinks and support local! More about the featured writer: Pearl Pirie is an editor and award winning poet from Quebec, north of Gatineau. Find Pearl online: https://pearlpirie.com/ To connect with writers in the Pontiac, please connect with 26 Letters on Facebook.

The Little Red Wagon require reservations for both the show and dinner. Dinner before the show will start at 6pm, please arrive a bit before to get everyone seated & with drinks. Ticket link: https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/john-wort-hannam-april-25-730pm

To encourage more women to run in the upcoming municipal elections this November, AGIR Outaouais is organizing a discussion panel with women elected officials from the Pontiac MRC. The event will take place on April 30 at 1:00 p.m., at the Elsie Gibbons Room in the MRC Pontiac office. The invited panelists are: Jane Toller (Warden of the Pontiac MRC), Christine Francoeur (Mayor of Fort-Coulonge), Jennifer Quaile (Mayor of Otter Lake), Sandra Armstrong (Mayor of Mansfield-et-Pontefract), and Sidney Squitti (Councillor for Alleyn and Cawood). They will share their personal journeys, the reflections that shaped their involvement, and what motivated them to take the leap into municipal leadership. The event will be held in French, but translation will be available on site. If you are interested in participating, please send us an email at compte@agir-outaouais.ca

The Home, Cottage and Leisure Show 2025 is happening at the myFM Centre (Ma Te Way Park Dr, Renfrew ON K7V4J4), SAVE THE DATE: May 2nd from 4 pm to 8 pm and May 3rd from 9 am to 4 pm. To Register as a Vendor email alines@mbcmedia.ca

The next Farm Hop will be on May 3rd and 4th, 2025 from 10am to 3pm in the Chemin Cregheur area of Luskville Quebec. The Farm Hop was born out of a desire to share our farms and sustainable practices with our local community. The first of its kind in the area, we are hoping it will be embraced and loved for providing original, quality handmade wares and art, and further peoples knowledge on wellness and sustainability. I hope you can make it out support your local community! Four farms and a vineyard will be participating and each farm has animals to see and will have their wares on offer as well as hosting other artisans.