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November 12, 2025

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Not Just A Paint Night

Glen Hartle November 28, 2022 Back in early November, Lisa Coles, from the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS), attended a paint night at the Clarendon Street

Shawville mourns passing of former mayor

Former Shawville Mayor, Sandra Murray, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. Murray served as Shawville’s first female mayor for two terms before retiring

One day on strike

The final speech at the picket lines in front of the MRC offices after Members of the Syndicat de la fonction publique et parapublique du

Campbell’s Bay lights up the night

Campbell’s Bay held its Christmas tree lighting ceremony last Saturday in front of the mural on Front Street. The event was attended by large group

Pontiacer off to the nationals

BRETT THOMS Shawville Nov. 16, 2022 The British Columbia Senior Ladies curling champions, Team Andrews, have a Pontiac connection; Jenn Routliffe who is third on

Saint Nick ‘parades’ around the Pontiac

Brett Thoms Pontiac December 2-4, 2022 Christmas events were held all over the Pontiac this weekend. Starting with a Festival of Lights in Bryson on Friday evening, then a Christmas party in Otter Lake on Saturday and finally two parades

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Residents concerned over Mansfield zoning modification

Brett Thoms Mansfield-et-Pontfract December 3, 2022 During Nov. 23 public MRC meeting, a group of residents of Mansfield-et-Pontefract, as well as members of the municipal council from Mansfield-et-Pontefract filled the usually empty public seating at the MRC’s public meeting over

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Not Just A Paint Night

Glen Hartle November 28, 2022 Back in early November, Lisa Coles, from the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS), attended a paint night at the Clarendon Street Cafe in Quyon. She enjoyed it so much that she spear-headed the inaugural paint night

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Shawville mourns passing of former mayor

Former Shawville Mayor, Sandra Murray, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Nov. 26, 2022. Murray served as Shawville’s first female mayor for two terms before retiring in 2021 due to health reasons. Prior to her time as mayor she served several

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One day on strike

The final speech at the picket lines in front of the MRC offices after Members of the Syndicat de la fonction publique et parapublique du Québec (SFPQ) went on strike all day last Wednesday. At one point during the day

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Campbell’s Bay lights up the night

Campbell’s Bay held its Christmas tree lighting ceremony last Saturday in front of the mural on Front Street. The event was attended by large group of families. The event was organized by Chanelle Shea and saw a performance live christmas

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Pontiacer off to the nationals

BRETT THOMS Shawville Nov. 16, 2022 The British Columbia Senior Ladies curling champions, Team Andrews, have a Pontiac connection; Jenn Routliffe who is third on Leanne Andrews’ team. Leanne and Jenn have curled together for 28 years, the other members

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Petty-Holmes Fitness Gym dedicated at PHS

Pontiac High School officially dedicated a new weightlifting room on Friday. The new room is called the Petty-Holmes Fitness Gym in honour of the hard work and dedication of John Petty and David Holmes, two former PHS teachers. Carol Holmes

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Ladysmith Sportsman’s Club announces results

Brett Thoms Ladysmith November 28, 2022 The Ladysmith Sportsman Club wrapped 2022 with the announcement of this years with winners. The annual party, which is normally held at the Ladysmith Hotel wasn’t held this year. The results are as follows

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LOCAL EVENTS
Pontiac Historical Society AGM

Pontiac Historical Society AGM

November 12, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

The Pontiac Historical Society will hold its Annual General Meeting at the Pontiac Archives, 358 Main Street, Shawville, Quebec, on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, at 7:00 p.m.  All are welcome.  Phone 819-647-3538 for information.

SADC Community Event - Thorne

SADC Community Event - Thorne

November 13, 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!

Thorne

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!

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

Hooley in the Hall (Every Friday in Shawville)

November 14, 2025
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen - November 14 (Minor Hockey Night)

November 14, 2025
7:45 pm - 10:00 pm

Where:  Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang

When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)

Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m. 

Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

Pontiac Artisans Christmas Market

November 15, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Come shop local and support a great cause!

We’re bringing together a fantastic lineup of talented artisans from across the Pontiac—perfect for checking off your holiday shopping list. From handcrafted goods to festive treats, there’s something for everyone!

Support the school, support local artists, and get into the holiday spirit with us!

Tag your friends, share the event, and we’ll see you there!
15 Nov

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar

November 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

https://www.facebook.com/events/1870755183815088

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