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SADC Pontiac Job Fair a success

J.D. Potié CAMPBELL’S BAY April 25, 2019 On April 25, around 120 Pontiac residents gathered inside the Campbell’s Bay R.A. Hall to explore the numerous

Waters rising

J.D. Potié PONTIAC April 19-22, 2019 One Pontiac resident has died after floods hit multiple municipalities in the region, over Easter weekend. In the early

New GM in charge of Shawville Fair

J.D. Potié SHAWVILLE April 11, 2019 On April 11, the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) announced the hiring of its first ever full-time general manager. Starting

9th annual Pontiac Cup

J.D. Potié FORT COULONGE April 11-14, 2019 With live music sets from reputed DJ’s, canteen snacks and high-flying three on three hockey action on display,

Alary fix on the way

CHRIS LOWREY MUNICIPALITY OF PONTIAC April 17, 2019 After several delays, Municipality of Pontiac Mayor Joanne Labadie is hopeful that construction to repair a washout

Celebrating 40 years of SCFD

J.D. Potié SHAWVILLE April 6, 2019 On April 6, over 150 Pontiac residents packed the Shawville Lions Hall for the Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department’s (SCFD) annual

Dr. Wilbert Keon passes at 83

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC April 7, 2019 The Pontiac region, and Canada as a whole, lost an icon over the weekend. Dr. Wilbert Joseph Keon, a

Hockey day in Pontiac!

CHRIS LOWREY PONTIAC March 30, 2019 The arenas in the Pontiac were full to the rafters on Saturday as the alumni teams for two different

SADC Pontiac Job Fair a success

J.D. Potié CAMPBELL’S BAY April 25, 2019 On April 25, around 120 Pontiac residents gathered inside the Campbell’s Bay R.A. Hall to explore the numerous opportunities offered in the region at the Pontiac Job Fair put on by the Pontiac

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Waters rising

J.D. Potié PONTIAC April 19-22, 2019 One Pontiac resident has died after floods hit multiple municipalities in the region, over Easter weekend. In the early hours of April 20, 72-year-old Pontiac resident Louise Séguin Lortie was driving on chemin Bronson-Bryant,

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New GM in charge of Shawville Fair

J.D. Potié SHAWVILLE April 11, 2019 On April 11, the Pontiac Agricultural Society (PAS) announced the hiring of its first ever full-time general manager. Starting April 29, Quyon resident Sara McCann Richardson will oversee all operations of PAS, including the

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9th annual Pontiac Cup

J.D. Potié FORT COULONGE April 11-14, 2019 With live music sets from reputed DJ’s, canteen snacks and high-flying three on three hockey action on display, Fort-Coulonge was the place to be for Pontiac hockey fans, from April 11 to 14.

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Alary fix on the way

CHRIS LOWREY MUNICIPALITY OF PONTIAC April 17, 2019 After several delays, Municipality of Pontiac Mayor Joanne Labadie is hopeful that construction to repair a washout on chemin Alary is within a few weeks from being completed. The road was washed

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Celebrating 40 years of SCFD

J.D. Potié SHAWVILLE April 6, 2019 On April 6, over 150 Pontiac residents packed the Shawville Lions Hall for the Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department’s (SCFD) annual fireman’s ball. With everyone decked out in their best suits, gowns and firefighter uniforms, the

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Dr. Wilbert Keon passes at 83

CALEB NICKERSON PONTIAC April 7, 2019 The Pontiac region, and Canada as a whole, lost an icon over the weekend. Dr. Wilbert Joseph Keon, a Sheenboro native and renowned cardiac surgeon passed away surrounded by family on April 7 at

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Hockey day in Pontiac!

CHRIS LOWREY PONTIAC March 30, 2019 The arenas in the Pontiac were full to the rafters on Saturday as the alumni teams for two different organizations took on a collection of local players. What could be affectionately called Hockey Day

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LOCAL EVENTS
SADC Community Event - Campbell's Bay & Litchfield

SADC Community Event - Campbell's Bay & Litchfield

September 4, 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!

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/campbells-bay-litchfield-journee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409284199979

Quyon Community Day

Quyon Community Day

September 6, 2025
All Day

Quyon Community Day – Sept 6th!! FREE Entry!!

NEW this year… the Great Canadian Lumberjacks will put on 3 demonstrations (noon, 3 & 7 pm) and the DRONES are coming back…

Live local musicians will once again hit the stage and this year “Chicken Fried” will keep us all singing and dancing into the night!!!

The Quyon Lions are once again providing a Roast Beef dinner – info on how to purchase dinner tickets will be provided soon. 

And that’s not all….. the annual 3-pitch ball tournament starts Friday night and plenty of Children’s activities will be set up in the park!!!

See ya there!!!!

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

September 6, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge, le 6 septembre 2025 de 10h à 16h à la salle de conférence du Pontiac, 204 rue principale, Fort-Coulonge, QC J0X 1V0.

SADC Community Event - Waltham

SADC Community Event - Waltham

September 11, 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!

Waltham

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!

 

https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/waltham-tournee-communautaire-community-day-tickets-1409289134739

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

Shawville Terry Fox Run 2025 / Course de Terry Fox Shawville 2025

September 14, 2025
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

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

Registration: 1:00 PM | Run Begins: 2:00 PM
Dogs are also welcome, but must remain on a leash.

Route Info:
– 10 km distance
– Bring your water bottle. Water stations along the route

Stay tuned for updates on the BBQ and other family-friendly activities happening on site!

The Terry Fox Run has become a beloved fall tradition in Canada, with over 650 communities — big and small, urban and rural — fundraising together for cancer research.
Let’s keep Shawville proudly among them!!

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 !

POUR S’INSCRIRE: https://run.terryfox.ca/93169

Inscriptions : 13 h 00 | Départ de la course : 14 h 00
Les chiens sont aussi les bienvenus, mais doivent être tenus en laisse.
Infos sur le parcours :

– Distance de 10 km
– Postes d’eau tout au long du parcours

Restez à l’écoute pour plus de détails sur le BBQ et d’autres activités familiales sur place !

La Course Terry Fox est devenue une tradition automnale chère aux Canadiens. Plus de 650 communautés se mobilisent chaque année pour amasser des fonds pour la recherche sur le cancer.
Faisons en sorte que Shawville continue de faire partie de cette belle tradition collective!
Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

  • Friday, September 19, 2025
  • 7:00 PM
  • Pontiac Agricultural Hall

Enjoy an evening filled with:

  • Mexican Food Bar
  • Live Music & Dancing
    Signature Cocktails & Sips
  • $50 per ticket – includes dinner & entertainment!
Dress in Denim, Fringe, Florals & Fiesta Vibes – and get ready to have an amazing night out in support of the Pontiac Arena Fund.

Grab your friends and book your table now- spots are limited!

Table of 8-$400

E-transfer pontiacarenafund@gmail.com
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