Mansfield’s annual party expands for Canada Day, 175th anniversary
July 3, 2024
The community of Mansfield rallied in the rain over the weekend for its annual Mansfield en fête festival, which this year was also used as
The community of Mansfield rallied in the rain over the weekend for its annual Mansfield en fête festival, which this year was also used as
Hundreds of people descended on Quyon to attend the second annual Pontiac Country Festival over the weekend and celebrate all things country. There were various
Lee Robinsong has been painting circular landscapes for several decades. In June, he completed his first portrait of a Pontiac scene since moving here three
Paul Amyotte has been farming for over 20 years, but he’s never seen power outages like those that have plagued the Upper Pontiac this summer.
The Pontiac may become home to Canada’s largest land-based Atlantic salmon farm in the next five years, if its proponent is granted the permits it
The Boutique Shawville Shooz store located at 387 Main Street in Shawville is now under new ownership. The shoe store, formerly owned by Jill McBane,
The Shawville-Clarendon library has received more financial support from the two municipalities that fund it than any other library in the Outaouais region, and for
The nine producers who last winter collaborated with MRC Pontiac to save the region’s only abattoir when its assets were listed for sale are one
The Pontiac Agricultural Society held its first-ever blood drive on Thursday afternoon in the Agricultural Hall at the Shawville fairgrounds. The event was hosted in
The community of Mansfield rallied in the rain over the weekend for its annual Mansfield en fête festival, which this year was also used as an opportunity to celebrate Canada Day as well as the town’s 175th anniversary. The festival,
Hundreds of people descended on Quyon to attend the second annual Pontiac Country Festival over the weekend and celebrate all things country. There were various equestrian events including a horse pull and an obstacle course, an artisan market, a car
Lee Robinsong has been painting circular landscapes for several decades. In June, he completed his first portrait of a Pontiac scene since moving here three years ago.
Paul Amyotte has been farming for over 20 years, but he’s never seen power outages like those that have plagued the Upper Pontiac this summer. His Serres Paul Amyotte greenhouse on Rue Principale in Mansfield has lost power around a
The Pontiac may become home to Canada’s largest land-based Atlantic salmon farm in the next five years, if its proponent is granted the permits it needs to run the facilities. Outaouais-based business Samonix is hoping to build the fish farm
The Boutique Shawville Shooz store located at 387 Main Street in Shawville is now under new ownership. The shoe store, formerly owned by Jill McBane, was recently purchased by Stephane and Michelle Landry, a couple native to the Pontiac region
The Shawville-Clarendon library has received more financial support from the two municipalities that fund it than any other library in the Outaouais region, and for this it has received an award. The token of recognition was given by the Biblio
The nine producers who last winter collaborated with MRC Pontiac to save the region’s only abattoir when its assets were listed for sale are one step closer to forming the co-operative that will govern the slaughterhouse once it is back
The Pontiac Agricultural Society held its first-ever blood drive on Thursday afternoon in the Agricultural Hall at the Shawville fairgrounds. The event was hosted in conjunction with Héma-Québec, the non-profit responsible for recruiting blood donors and managing blood donations in
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
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)
Regular Season Home Game #3 – Pontiacs vs. South Grenville Rangers. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1554
Get your tickets!
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.
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.
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!
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!
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
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