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Amos talks Federal budget

Chris Lowrey PONTIAC March 27, 2019 Pontiac Liberal MP Will Amos touted several items from the government’s recently released budget that he thinks will have

23rd annual snowmobile races in Coulonge

J.D. Potié FORT-COULONGE March. 23, 2019 On Saturday, around 500 people dressed in their best racing gear gathered outside the Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs,

Mushing cultural connections

Donald Teuma-Castelletti BRISTOL March 9, 2019 Guests from the Ottawa Inuit Children’s Centre (OICC) visited Bristol’s Timberland Tours on Saturday, where they experienced dog sledding,

More delays for Centre

CHRIS LOWREY QUYON March 6, 2019 Engineers have performed the final mechanical inspection of the newly built Quyon Community Centre, but Municipality of Pontiac Mayor

Skiing on down the river

Donald Teuma-Castelletti FORT COULONGE Feb. 24-27, 2019 A group of students from École secondaire Sieur de Coulonge (ESSC) travelled through high winds and freezing rain

Amos talks Federal budget

Chris Lowrey PONTIAC March 27, 2019 Pontiac Liberal MP Will Amos touted several items from the government’s recently released budget that he thinks will have a significant impact on Pontiac residents. One of the budget items that was top of

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Local figure skaters bring down the house

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE March 22, 2019 There was hardly any space left in the parking lot of the Shawville Arena Friday night as family and friends gathered to take in the Shawville Figure Skating Club’s production, “The Colourful World of

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23rd annual snowmobile races in Coulonge

J.D. Potié FORT-COULONGE March. 23, 2019 On Saturday, around 500 people dressed in their best racing gear gathered outside the Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs, in Fort-Coulonge, for the 23rd annual Snowmobile Drag Racing event. As loud motors roared, and

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St. Paddy’s day celebrations across the Pontiac

J.D. Potié SHAWVILLE March 17, 2019 St. Patrick’s Day provided the Pontiac with no shortage of events celebrating the Irish holiday last weekend, leaving pubs and recreation centres packed to capacity, from across the region. Tea Party in Quyon On

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Local archery prodigy takes gold at Canada Games

J.D. Potié QUYON March 13, 2019 Quyon-raised archery phenomenon Alexandra Paquette is planning on propelling her sharpshooting talents to the international stage. After taking home the gold medal in two events at the Canada Games in Red Deer, Alta. this

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Mushing cultural connections

Donald Teuma-Castelletti BRISTOL March 9, 2019 Guests from the Ottawa Inuit Children’s Centre (OICC) visited Bristol’s Timberland Tours on Saturday, where they experienced dog sledding, traditional meals and more to help connect children with their culture. Focusing on fostered and

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More delays for Centre

CHRIS LOWREY QUYON March 6, 2019 Engineers have performed the final mechanical inspection of the newly built Quyon Community Centre, but Municipality of Pontiac Mayor Joanne Labadie still has concerns. The $1.5 million project has been plagued with delays and

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Skiing on down the river

Donald Teuma-Castelletti FORT COULONGE Feb. 24-27, 2019 A group of students from École secondaire Sieur de Coulonge (ESSC) travelled through high winds and freezing rain in a four-day trek to the nation’s capital, solely by cross-country skis. After weeks of

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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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