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Hydro-Québec community consultation

Hydro-Québec community consultation

May 20, 2026
2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Hydro-Québec is inviting Pontiac residents to participate in a public consultation on the route for the transmission line that will supply the Coulonge substation.


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Brauwerk Hoffman Quiz Nights

Brauwerk Hoffman Quiz Nights

May 21, 2026
6:00 pm

Put your thinking caps on and grab a pint! Brauwerk Hoffman is hosting a thrilling Trivia Night series this May on the 14th, 21st, and 28th. Whether you’re a solo scholar or a squad of seven, come compete for nightly prizes and the ultimate bragging rights—a grand prize awarded to the team with the highest cumulative points across all three sessions. Doors open at 4:00 PM to get the drinks flowing, with the first question dropping at 6:00 PM sharp. Entry is just $5 per person per night. Space fills up fast, so gather your crew and call (613) 732-0388 for reservations and more information!

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4th Annual Maurice Beauregard 3-pitch tournament

4th Annual Maurice Beauregard 3-pitch tournament

May 22, 2026 - May 24, 2026
All Day

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 will be donated to the Maurice Beauregard Park.
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Italian night at the Pont Blanc Beach - Mansfield

Italian night at the Pont Blanc Beach - Mansfield

May 22, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

When: Two seatings, 6 p.m. and 7 p.m.
Where: Pont Blanc Beach, 257 rue Principale (Hwy. 148), Mansfield-et-Pontefract

We’re kicking off the summer in style with a 3-course Italian meal. $30/per person. Join us for an elegant evening by the water and celebrate the start of the season with us.

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Kojacks Karaoke

Kojacks Karaoke

May 22, 2026
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm

An open mic night for singers, musicians, comedians and more! Bring your friends, your voice and your vibe. 

Every Friday starting in May.

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Par-Court Plein(s) Écran(s) - Fort-Coulonge

Par-Court Plein(s) Écran(s) - Fort-Coulonge

May 22, 2026
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

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 to discover, share, and fall in love with Quebec short films.

On the program:

The Little Ancestor • Alexa Tremblay-Francoeur

The Punk of Natashquan • Nicolas Lachapelle

Summer of Heat • Marie-Pier Dupuis

My Memory Walls • Axel Robin

All followed by a Q&A with our special guests!

A huge thank you to our partners for their support, which allows us to share our love of short films across Quebec

This space is accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Lyn Cinema | oxio | SODEC – Société de Développement des Entreprises Culturelles | La Presse | France Télévisions | Leo Carsharing | Canada Council for the Arts

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Music in the Pub

Music in the Pub

May 22, 2026
8:00 pm - 11:00 pm

Free live music at Gavan’s every second Friday.

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Lucie the Fortune Teller Coming to Swisha

Lucie the Fortune Teller Coming to Swisha

May 23, 2026
12:00 am

Where: Rapides-des-Joachims Town Hall, 48 Rue de l’Église, Rapides-des-Joachims
When: All day

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48 Rue de l’Église

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Bristol Market

Bristol Market

May 23, 2026
9:00 am - 1:00 pm

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 producers, brewers, florists, designers and more!
– Live music
– Free to play lawn games
– BBQ
– Coffee & Tea with donation
– Coronation Hall boutique open during market

*Special Event Dates & Locations*
May 16: Grand Opening
July 1: Canada Day/For Dept Fundraiser, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
August 1: Kids Day, 1 rue Park (Norway Bay Public Beach)
October 10: Thanksgiving Market, 206 ch. River (Bristol)
December 5: Christmas Market, 32 ch. Aylmer (Bristol)

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @marchebristolmarket

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Canada Day
July 1, 2025    
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Happy Canada Day! The Pontiac Printshop, Cygraphics, The Equity and Calumet Media will be closed for the day, opening again on Wednesday, July 2nd at 10 a.m.
Gardening Workshops
July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents' Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00. Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children. The workshop will include the following activities: How to read seed labels Knowing what and when to plant [...]
Park Party
July 12, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for PARK PARTY, a community favourite! Enjoy beautiful Mill Dam Park and splash pad, as well as: bouncy castles cash BBQ airbrush tattoos Echo the Clown balloon animals Magic Show (11:30 am) Meet the Keepers animal show (1:00 pm) ...and more! Admission by donation. See you there!! Thank you to our sponsors, the [...]
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July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
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July 13, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley" on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar [...]
12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree
July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025    
6:00 pm
A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!
26 Jul
July 26, 2025    
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Join Us for a Thriving Fundraiser! We're excited to announce our Car Wash and Bake Sale Fundraiser to support our amazing youth program! When: Saturday, July 26th Time: 9 AM - 1 PM Where: Church Parking Lot - 209 rue Centre All funds raised will go towards our end-of-summer event and an upcoming youth retreat. [...]
02 Aug
August 2, 2025    
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PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025 REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE! $60 per person (cocktails, dinner) Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must. E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455) 331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6
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