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Events - 20 Nov 25

Upcoming Events

March 2026

Quyon Legion Irish Kitchen Party
March 14, 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Live at Gavan’s - Malia Rogers
March 14, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Sheenboro St. Patrick’s Dance
March 14, 2026
8:30 pm - 11:45 pm
Bryson Lions Club Sunday Breakfast & Euchre
March 15, 2026
9:30 am - 11:30 am
Legendary St. Patrick’s Day Party at Gavan's
March 15, 2026
1:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Chutes Coulonge March Break Waterfall Camp 
March 16, 2026 - March 20, 2026
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Events Calendar

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Small Business Speed Meet
April 3, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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 [...]
Historic Shawville High School Photo Exhibit
April 8, 2025 - May 3, 2025    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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 [...]
The Equity's Conversation with the Candidates
April 15, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
23 Apr
April 23, 2025    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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, [...]
John Wort Hannam Live at Little Red Wagon Winery
April 25, 2025    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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
30 Apr
April 30, 2025    
1:00 am - 3:00 am
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 [...]
02 May
May 2, 2025 - May 3, 2025    
4:00 pm
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
03 May
May 3, 2025 - May 4, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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 [...]
Valdy Live at Little Red Wagon Winery
May 3, 2025    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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/valdy-may-30-730pm
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Mansfield et Pontefract
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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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Submit Your Event

Do you have an upcoming event? Would you like it listed on our website for the entire Pontiac region to see? Registered users and subscribers can submit unlimited events on our website at no cost. Log in to your account to get started. If you’re not yet registered or subscribed, sign up today to take advantage of this feature and more.

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Small Business Speed Meet
April 3, 2025    
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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 [...]
Historic Shawville High School Photo Exhibit
April 8, 2025 - May 3, 2025    
9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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 [...]
The Equity's Conversation with the Candidates
April 15, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
21 Apr
April 21, 2025    
12:00 am
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.
23 Apr
April 23, 2025    
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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, [...]
John Wort Hannam Live at Little Red Wagon Winery
April 25, 2025    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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
30 Apr
April 30, 2025    
1:00 am - 3:00 am
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 [...]
02 May
May 2, 2025 - May 3, 2025    
4:00 pm
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
03 May
May 3, 2025 - May 4, 2025    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
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 [...]
Valdy Live at Little Red Wagon Winery
May 3, 2025    
7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
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/valdy-may-30-730pm
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Small Business Speed Meet
3 Apr 25
Mansfield et Pontefract
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