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Fastest delivery on the road

CHRIS LOWREY BRISTOL April 16, 2018 Highway 148 is a relatively busy roadway. Plenty of deliveries have been made on the stretch of highway, but

Park scores Blue Jays’ grand slam

Chris Lowrey LUSKVILLE April 17, 2018 The Toronto Blue Jays have picked the Luskville Recreation Park to receive a $150,000 grant to refurbish the lighting

CLSC Pontiac Foundation holds dinner, dance

Donald Teuma-Castelletti FORT COULONGE April 21, 2018 Supporters for the various Pontiac centres local de services communautaires (CLSC) attended an evening of music, food and

Quyon Lions host businessfolk

CALEB NICKERSON QUYON April 23, 2018 On April 23, the Quyon Lions put on a dinner for members of the local business community at the

MRC council shown audit report

Chris Lowrey CAMPBELL’S BAY April 18, 2018 The results of a recently-undertaken audit of the MRC Pontiac was presented at the council of mayors meeting

Shawarma shop springs up in Shawville

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE April 18, 2018 There’s a new restaurant in downtown Shawville, serving up a mix of different cuisines from across the globe. Lello’s

Fastest delivery on the road

CHRIS LOWREY BRISTOL April 16, 2018 Highway 148 is a relatively busy roadway. Plenty of deliveries have been made on the stretch of highway, but this wasn’t your typical UPS dropoff. After feeling her contractions start, Alina Séguin-Holmes and her

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Clarendon mayor calls for Hwy. 148 rumble strips

CHRIS LOWREY PONTIAC April 18, 2018 Clarendon Mayor John Armstrong asked the MRC Pontiac council of mayors to consider putting rumble strips along the shoulders and centre of Hwy. 148. Rumble strips are grooves in the asphalt along the shoulders

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Park scores Blue Jays’ grand slam

Chris Lowrey LUSKVILLE April 17, 2018 The Toronto Blue Jays have picked the Luskville Recreation Park to receive a $150,000 grant to refurbish the lighting at the ball diamond, among other things. The donation was announced on April 17 during

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CLSC Pontiac Foundation holds dinner, dance

Donald Teuma-Castelletti FORT COULONGE April 21, 2018 Supporters for the various Pontiac centres local de services communautaires (CLSC) attended an evening of music, food and dancing on Saturday, all waited upon by some local young volunteers. The Knights of Columbus

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Quyon Lions host businessfolk

CALEB NICKERSON QUYON April 23, 2018 On April 23, the Quyon Lions put on a dinner for members of the local business community at the local Legion hall. About 50 people turned out for the event, enjoying good food, networking

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MRC council shown audit report

Chris Lowrey CAMPBELL’S BAY April 18, 2018 The results of a recently-undertaken audit of the MRC Pontiac was presented at the council of mayors meeting on April 18. The financial outlook for the MRC looks to be in relatively good

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Shawarma shop springs up in Shawville

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE April 18, 2018 There’s a new restaurant in downtown Shawville, serving up a mix of different cuisines from across the globe. Lello’s is located behind the Hodgin’s plaza on Victoria Avenue, offering pizza and shawarma, as well

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LOCAL EVENTS
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac East

Meet the Candidates: Pontiac East

October 9, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

October 9th, Hursty’s in Shawville.

This event is for residents of Alleyn-et-Cawood, Otter Lake, Thorne, Shawville, Clarendon, Bristol and Portage-du-Fort.

11 Oct

Thanks Giving Bristol Market

October 11, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Come to the annual Bristol Market Thanksgiving Popup on Oct 11 from 10am – 2pm!
Find produce, art, baking, preserves, and so much more!
Over 20 local vendors
Live music by local artist Doug Nicholson
Raffle for vendor products
Hot drinks & warm food
Located at Coronation Hall Cider Mills – 206 ch. River, Bristol

Salon virtuel de l'emploi du Pontiac - 5e édition - Virtual Pontiac Job Fair - 5th Edition

Salon virtuel de l'emploi du Pontiac - 5e édition - Virtual Pontiac Job Fair - 5th Edition

October 15, 2025
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
C’est avec plaisir que le Carrefour Jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) vous invite à bénéficier de son important évènement virtuel de recrutement ce prochain 15 octobre 2025, de 13h00 à 17h00.  Profitez de cette parfaite occasion d’accéder à nos réseaux pour combler vos besoins en main-d’œuvre – tous secteurs confondus, et ce, gratuitement.
Le Salon de l’emploi est une importante opportunité dans notre communauté et pour les entreprises du Pontiac. Chaque année, l’évènement facilite l’embauche dans plus de 30 entreprises locales en offrant des centaines d’opportunités d’emplois locaux. Un beau partenariat grâce à votre participation!
Encore cet automne, le CJEP compte surpasser ce succès en adaptant l’approche aux besoins des entreprises et des chercheurs d’emplois. Pour cette raison, le CJEP maintien le format virtuel tel qu’exprimé par la grande majorité de nos entreprises participantes et partenaires lors des derniers sondages. Cette technologie facilite la démarche pour tous en limitant les déplacements et en maximisant l’utilisation du temps. Notez que le CJEP offre la formation et le soutien technique de ce processus sur la plateforme REMO du CJEP.
De plus, le CJEP est là pour vous supporter et vous offre un accompagnement gratuit dans la rédaction des offres d’emplois, ce qui vous simplifiera le travail préparatif lié au Salon.
Le CJEP crée une synergie communautaire en apportant aide et soutien aux entreprises et aux chercheurs d’emplois dans nos 18 municipalités.  Une excellente visibilité pour votre entreprise puisque le Salon de l’emploi du Pontiac est un évènement local populaire promu par les radios locales, plusieurs journaux ainsi que nos médias sociaux. Une opportunité de faire partie d’une vision économique prospère et de joindre la perspective commune – faire fructifier notre belle région en embauchant des talents locaux.
Réservez tôt – Pour ce faire, veuillez compléter et retourner le formulaire de confirmation (en pièce jointe) d’ici vendredi, le 19 septembre prochain. Pour toute question ou clarification, n’hésitez pas de nous contacter à l’adresse salondelemploi@cjepontiac.ca.
Nous communiquerons avec vous prochainement pour valider que ce message important s’est rendu à bon port et discuter de vos éventuels besoins. Préparez votre plan d’action de recrutement immédiat ou futur – Nous sommes là pour vous aider!
À très bientôt.
The Carrefour Jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) is pleased to invite you to benefit from its major virtual recruitment event this coming October 15th, 2025, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm.  Take advantage of this perfect opportunity to access our networks to meet your workforce needs – all sectors combined, and for free.
The Job Fair is an important opportunity for our community and for businesses in the Pontiac. Each year, the event facilitates hiring in more than 30 local businesses by offering hundreds of local job opportunities. A great partnership made possible thanks to your participation!
Once again this fall, CJEP intends to surpass this success by adapting the approach to the needs of businesses and job seekers. For this reason, CJEP is maintaining the virtual format as per expressed by the vast majority of our participating companies and partners in recent surveys. This technology facilitates the process for everyone by limiting travel and maximizing the use of time. Note that CJEP offers training and technical support for this process on the CJEP platform.
Furthermore, the CJEP is there to support you and offers free assistance in drafting job offers, which will simplify the preparatory work associated with the Job Fair.
The CJEP creates community synergy by providing help and support to businesses and job seekers in our 18 municipalities.  Excellent visibility for your business since the Pontiac Job Fair is a popular local event promoted by local radio, several newspapers and our social media. An opportunity to be part of a thriving economic vision and join the common perspective – Make the most of our beautiful region by hiring local talent.
Book early. To do so, please complete and return the Confirmation Form (attached) by Friday, September 19th. For any questions or clarifications, please do not hesitate to contact us at salondelemploi@cjepontiac.ca.
We will contact you shortly to ensure that this important message has reached its destination and discuss your possible needs. Prepare your immediate or future recruitment action plan – We are here to help!
Talk to you soon.
Meet the Candidates: Pontiac Centre

Meet the Candidates: Pontiac Centre

October 15, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

October 15th at Bowers Restaurant in Mansfield.

This event is for residents of For Bryson, Campbell’s Bay, L’Île-du-Grand-Calumet, Litchfield, Fort-Coulonge and Mansfield-et-Pontefract.

Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West

Meet the Candidates: Pontiac West

October 16, 2025
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

October 16th, La Gare Waltham Station.

This event is for residents of Waltham, Chichester, Sheenboro, L’Isle-aux-Allumettes and Rapides-des-Joachims.

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

Cobden Taste of the Valley 2025

October 18, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Taste of the Valley – Cobden 

43 Astrolabe Rd, Cobden
Saturday, October 18, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
FREE Admission!
Join us in the heart of Cobden for one of the most popular and longest-running stops on the Taste of the Valley tour! This vibrant outdoor market brings together the best of local food, farm, and craft—just in time for fall.
Come explore a wide variety of vendors offering fresh produce, homemade preserves, baked goods, artisan crafts, fall décor, and much more. Whether shopping for fall decor, getting a head start on holiday gifts, or just looking for a great day out, Cobden is the place to be.

Celebrate the end of the harvest season, support local, and enjoy a great day in Whitewater Region. See you at Taste of the Valley – Cobden!
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