Come and take in the inspiring artwork from the Dumoine River Art for Wilderness (DRAW) program in support of CPAWS-OV. When: April 6 to May 29th Where: Café 349 in Shawville You are also invited to the opening vernissage with the artists from DRAW on April 11th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.      

Retail Summit 2026Stronger Stores. Stronger Communities. Join retail business owners from across the region for a full day dedicated to strengthening local retail, sharpening your skills, and building a stronger business community. The day will include:► An inspiring keynote from retail champion Emily Arbour on The Destination Effect: Building Towns Worth the Drive► Practical, retailer-focused [...]

Where: Online When: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.  The event aims to connect young people in the region with employers seeking workers for the summer season. Held online, the fair will allow youth to explore a variety of summer job opportunities, learn more about local businesses, and connect directly with employers across the region.

Poetry in the Pontiac, a National Poetry Month event, takes place Wednesday, April 29th, in the heart of Shawville at Hursty’s Bar & Grill. For the 2026 event, the invited guests are writers AJ Dolman and James K. Moran, both residing in Ottawa. April 29rd 7-9pm Hursty’s Bar & Grill, 368 Main Street, Shawville, QC [...]

Connexions Info Session: Creating an Art Journal  Where: St. Paul’s Anglican Church, 530 rue Main, Shawville  When: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.  Join special guest Katharine Fletcher for a workshop on exploring mixed media art journaling. Register at centreconnexions.org. This was rescheduled from Apr. 16.  https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=10162996397101146&set=a.10150139237051146

Pontiac High School is having its Open House on Thursday, April 30th. There will be a special presentation in the auditorium for grade six students and their families from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The community is then invited to tour the school from 7:30-8:30 p.m.

Reopening This Friday May 1st for the season!! Hours- Friday through Sunday open at 1 pm. Small plates menu and wine tastings Friday night the pizza oven fires up at 5pm, reservations always appreciated! Open mic starts at 7pm. For details on concerts and dinner on Saturday evenings. https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets  

Great Downtown Renfrew Garage Sale is Saturday May 2nd, 2026.Register now to reserve your space.Email info@downtownrenfrewbia.caor call 613 432 4848 ext 185. Live Music in Low Square Copper Moon - 10:00 - 10:55Aerik Watson - 11:00 - 11:55The Exes - 12:00 - 12:55Memories - 1:00 - 2:00 https://www.facebook.com/events/1416923543563086

Charity BBQ For the Shawville District Minor Hockey Association May 2nd &3rd Giant Tiger is celebrating its 65th Birthday.

Where: Municipality of Bryson When: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.  Contact Lucienne LaSalle (819-648-2773) to be assigned a location in town to clean. Bags for garbage and recycling will be provided.  https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1468133502021617&set=pcb.1468133922021575

Season Opening and New Cider Launch Party We're opening for the 2026 season and have free treats and special activities to celebrate the launch of our new Pontiac-themed cider. Come see what's new for this season! Open 10am - 4pm, with the cider reveal and tapping ceremony at 1pm.

The Luskville Farm Hop will be in the Chemin Cregheur area of Luskville Quebec. Four farms and one vineyard will be participating and each farm has animals to see and will have their wares on offer as well as hosting other artisans. There are also Gatineau Park trails along Cregheur for some great hiking. You [...]

Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: 8 p.m. The evening will include door prizes and raffles, a light lunch, drinks and music. Tickets are $10, and available in advance from any member of the fire department or at the door on the day of the event. https://www.facebook.com/events/1358907256002869/

Register here: https://forms.gle/jJbrhYsPZBuPFEbDA All ages welcome! We’re offering 2 sessions (same workshop, just different time options to better serve you). Mother’s Day Workshop 9:00 – 10:30 AM Come enjoy a fun and creative workshop where kids can make a special gift for Mom! Bring Mom along for a meaningful time together creating heartfelt keepsakes.Each child will: [...]

Where: Otter Lake RA, 394 rue Tessier When: 10 - 11:30 a.m. This will be Connexions’ only workshop on wills this year. It will cover the purpose of a will, who can make one, what it should include, and how to update and validate it. Register at centreconnexions.org.  https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=10162931539756146&set=a.10150139237051146

Where: Shawville CLSC (Conference Room), 290 rue Marion When: 7 p.m. The AGM is a key opportunity to stay informed about your club’s activities, discuss ongoing trail projects, and help shape the direction for the upcoming season. Your participation is vital to ensure the vitality of our club and the continued maintenance of our trail [...]

Agenda items will include the hiring of summer students, preparing the museum for opening, Canada Day, and special projects. Everyone is welcome!

Come cheer on the Pontiac High School girls and boys rugby teams. Enjoy a BBQ with hamburgers, hotdogs, chips, drinks and more. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1JETjNqSQt/

Public Consultation | Climate PlanThe MRC of Pontiac invites residents to take part in its public consultation on the Climate Plan.Wednesday, May 6, 20266:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.Hybrid format (in person or online)In personMRC of Pontiac602 Route 301 NorthCampbell’s Bay, Québec J0X 1K0Online (registration required)https://ssg-coop.zoom.us/j/82572247113?jst=2Come share your comments and ideas to help strengthen the draft [...]

Join us for Mega Bingo on May 6th! This month, Bingo will be held in the Arena. Please dress warmly. $20 / cardDoors Open: 6:30 pmEvent starts: 7:00 pmBingo & canteenCash  & Card PRIZES : $2000 18+ Age of MajorityLicence #: LIC202506038365-01 https://www.facebook.com/share/1B4n94LTQ4/

The AgriSaveur commercial kitchen is opening its doors! Join us on May 7, 2026, starting at 10:00 a.m. for the official grand opening of our brand-new commercial kitchen. Following the ceremony, we invite you to our Open House from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Come explore our facilities, tour the space, and discover our state-of-the-art [...]

Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang When: TBA Join us for an unforgettable night in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund. Tables are $400, eight people per table, or $50 per individual ticket.  The evening will feature:• Live Auction• Silent Auction• Great food & refreshments https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=122166317936802749&set=a.122112673028802749

Opening on Saturday! All your favourite vendors will be there with smiles on   https://www.facebook.com/events/939765768659397/

Time to shake off the winter rust and get back in the groove! Test & Tune is your opportunity to dial in your kart, get reacquainted with the track, and make sure everything’s running smoothly before the start of the race season! Rookie School: 9AM-12PM $80.00 + tax for lappingNo cost to attend our Rookie [...]

This sale helps Trinity United Church send children to summer camp, and will be held at Magasin Général Irwin Ltée, 364 Quebec Route 105, Kazabazua, QC J0X 1X0 on Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM with home deliveries commencing after the event and continuing daily until completed. Later pick-up or delivery [...]

We’re kicking off our 2026 Main Street Market on May 9th in Shawville! From 10-2pm, come enjoy a vibrant lineup of amazing local vendors. Make it the perfect Mother’s Day weekend outing—bring your mom, your friends, and soak up the fun community vibes! https://www.facebook.com/events/913047991747295/

$40 per person ($25 for kids up to 11). Come and celebrate the mothers in your life. Whether you are a grandparent, step-parent or guardian. Mothers come in all shapes and sizes and for the afternoon we would like to honour them all! Register here:  https://www.mountainviewfarm.ca/mothersdaytea

Open auditions for 'Last Dance at Coronation Hall', our summer 2026 show. Email PontiacCommunityPlayers@gmail.com or call Greg at 819 647 5722 for more information. More details at https://www.facebook.com/PontiacCommunityPlayers

Where: 660 rue Principale, Bryson When: 9:30 a.m. Start your day with a hearty breakfast and some friendly competition! Join us at the Bryson Lions Club for a regular breakfast, then stick around for a fun Euchre game right after. Tickets are $12, or $5 for children 12 and under. 

With Special Guest Aline Holmes, Digital Literacy Coordinator, Western Quebec Literacy Council (WQLC). Learn about: How to use your phone’s features Staying safe on your phone Tricks to make your phone work for you Free of charge. Register here: https://centreconnexions.org/event/cell-phone-tips-and-tricks-danford-lake/, or call Sheila at 819-467-2941 ext. 103.

With special guest Andrée-Michelle Cormier from the Société Alzheimer de l’Outaouais This presentation is designed for the 55+ community. Participants will: Learn about cognitive disorders and Alzheimer’s disease Modifiable Risk Factors Protective Factors Free of charge. Register here: https://centreconnexions.org/event/societe-alzheimer-outaouais-presents-how-to-reduce-the-risk-of-developing-alzheimer-disease-ladysmith/

Register: https://forms.gle/Aynsgw7UwpvdGsbh6 Join us for a fun and interactive 1‑hour planting workshop with Lindsay Hamilton from Homegrown! Kids will learn meaningful gardening tips and get hands‑on experience planting their very own creation. Every child will go home with a pot and a new plant to care for. Tuesday, May 126:00–7:00 PMShawville Lodge Cost: $20 a child [...]

As life changes, it’s natural to reflect on who we are. Roles shift, routines evolve, and parts of life may feel different. Join us for a gentle, welcoming session to reconnect with what still feels like ‘you’. Register at centreconnexions.org. 

If you’d like to participate or join, you’re welcome to stop by. Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/events/1217882100295535/1217882106962201/

The Great Thorne Garage Sale is Coming! Join us for a town-wide garage sale happening the May Long Weekend – Saturday Only! Date: Saturday May 16th Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM How to participate: • Set up at your home/driveway • Or reserve a spot at the Municipal Hall (perfect for those outside the [...]

Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]

The Bristol Community Association will be holding their Annual General Meeting. New members are Welcome!

Come to Shawville-clarendon library for Storytime with Jenn Davies and craft to follow. Ages are welcome with their parents. https://www.facebook.com/events/1336029248123153/

Where: Maurice Beauregard Park, 2 rue Second Campbell’s Bay When: All weekend All are welcome to come and enjoy a great weekend filled with ball, music and food! The money raised during the tournament will go towards the Annual Maurice Beauregard Community and Leadership Award, for 3 Pontiac high school graduates, and the additional proceeds [...]

For the 3rd edition of Par-Court, Plein(s) Écran(s) is hitting the road with its suitcase full of local short films, stopping at 10 cinemas across Quebec. On May 22, we'll be at Cinéma Lyn in Fort-Coulonge for a 100% free screening featuring a local short film, meet the filmmakers, and win some prizes! An evening [...]

Where: Rapides-des-Joachims Town Hall, 48 Rue de l'Église, Rapides-des-Joachims When: All day https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=954615783623542&set=a.192752423143219   48 Rue de l'Église Rapides-des-Joachims, QC J0X 2Z0

When: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Where: Danford Lake Community Centre, 33 ch. Harrison Hosted by the Bethany Hall Committee, there will be a wide variety of items available including clothing, housewares, furniture, and small appliances just to name a few items and all items are priced to sell.

Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]

Dear Sir or Madam, We are proud to invite you to our **Grand Opening & Open House** of *Harmonie Haven Centre de Bien-être and Beauty Inc.*, a landmark project that represents an exciting new chapter for our region. Join us on **Saturday, May 23, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM** to discover a one-of-a-kind wellness [...]

The Sieur-de-Coulonge High School art exhibition, originally scheduled for late April, has had to be postponed due to spring flooding. New date: May 26, 2026 Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Location: Sieur-de-Coulonge High School This event will mark the opening reception and the only time the exhibition will be open to the public. This [...]

Where: 24 chemin Wharf, Bristol When: 8 a.m. We are serving homemade pancakes, sausage, coffee, tea, juice and locally produced pure maple syrup. 

Follow Marché Bristol Market to their NEW LOCATION at Coronation Hall Cider Mills - 206 ch. River, Bristol! Open rain or shine, every Saturday from May 16 to Oct 10! 9am - 1pm. - Come for your weekly grocery staples like bread, produce, meat, and eggs! - Discover local crafters, artists, wood workers, makers, honey [...]

Where: Club d'Âge d'Or Fort-coulonge, 566 rue Baume When: 5 p.m. Réservez la date. Plus d’informations suivront dès que possible.Souper de cipaille, le 30 mai à 17 h. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Eat in or take out is available. https://www.facebook.com/events/1577457813339578