
CNSC extends deadline for consultations
Two Algonquin nations assessing proposed nuclear waste facility Zainab Al-Mehdar Pontiac January 23, 2023 The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has granted another extension to the
Two Algonquin nations assessing proposed nuclear waste facility Zainab Al-Mehdar Pontiac January 23, 2023 The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has granted another extension to the
Last week MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais Warden Marc Carrière met with municipality of Pontiac (MoP) public and council before MoP’s regular public meeting. This was part
Brett Thoms Pontiac January 13, 2023 THE EQUITY spoke to Municipality of Pontiac’s (MoP) Mayor Roger Larose about the recently passed municipal budget and the
Zainab Al-Mehdar Portage-du-Fort Jan. 10, 2023 Unexpectedly finding her way into local politics, Lynne Cameron, mayor of Portage-du-Fort, was recently recognized for her time and
Brett Thoms Shawville January 15, 2023 Two Pontiac nursing students received the Deborah Smith Scholarship bursary last weekend. The scholarship fund was founded in memory
Public meeting on Chalk River: Majority of speakers concerned about site MRC Pontiac warden Jane Toller hosted a public forum in Fort Coulonge on April
Community Rally against Bill 96 About 20 or so concerned citizens gathered on the corner of Hwy 148 and Centre Street to rally against the
River search operation ends well A search operation on the Ottawa River for an individual who was thought to be missing was launched on June
The strife continues Premier François Legault announced that he would be re-imposing a nightly curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., as of Dec. 31,
Flood prevention task force: Back in session The flood prevention task force sat down on Jan. 25 for the first time this season to discuss
Two Algonquin nations assessing proposed nuclear waste facility Zainab Al-Mehdar Pontiac January 23, 2023 The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has granted another extension to the deadline for the exchange of information and consultation on the proposed near-surface disposal site (NSDF)
Last week MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais Warden Marc Carrière met with municipality of Pontiac (MoP) public and council before MoP’s regular public meeting. This was part of a larger tour of the municipalities under his jurisdiction. Carrière was accompanied by Benoît
Brett Thoms Pontiac January 13, 2023 THE EQUITY spoke to Municipality of Pontiac’s (MoP) Mayor Roger Larose about the recently passed municipal budget and the renewal of the municipality’s bilingual status. Starting with taxes, the municipality dropped the mil rate
Zainab Al-Mehdar Portage-du-Fort Jan. 10, 2023 Unexpectedly finding her way into local politics, Lynne Cameron, mayor of Portage-du-Fort, was recently recognized for her time and contribution to her municipality. Growing up in this community gave her pride to be the
Brett Thoms Shawville January 15, 2023 Two Pontiac nursing students received the Deborah Smith Scholarship bursary last weekend. The scholarship fund was founded in memory of Debbie Smith, a nurse from the area who was killed by a distracted driver
Public meeting on Chalk River: Majority of speakers concerned about site MRC Pontiac warden Jane Toller hosted a public forum in Fort Coulonge on April 26 for residents of the region to express their views on the proposal to build
Community Rally against Bill 96 About 20 or so concerned citizens gathered on the corner of Hwy 148 and Centre Street to rally against the passing of Bill 96 by the CAQ. Organizer and concerned citizen Doreen Lloyd said as
River search operation ends well A search operation on the Ottawa River for an individual who was thought to be missing was launched on June 30 after a woman’s belongings were found on a dock in Campbell’s Bay. After a
The strife continues Premier François Legault announced that he would be re-imposing a nightly curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m., as of Dec. 31, 2021 in an effort to help curb the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant. Other
Flood prevention task force: Back in session The flood prevention task force sat down on Jan. 25 for the first time this season to discuss and plan for the spring thawing and watch out for any irregularities in water levels.
Thinking about buying your first home or commercial property? Join the Pontiac Chamber of Commerce and Desjardins for a special event:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/first-house-first-commercial-building-purchase-tickets-1458579704159
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!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739
Join us as we come together to mark the 45th Anniversary of Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope — a powerful legacy that continues to inspire Canadians from coast to coast.
Whether you walk, run, cycle, roll, or push a stroller — everyone is welcome!
TO REGISTER OR DONATE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169
Joignez-vous à nous pour souligner le 45e anniversaire du Marathon de l’Espoir de Terry Fox.
Que vous marchiez, couriez, rouliez à vélo ou en fauteuil, ou poussiez une poussette — tout le monde est bienvenu !
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