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Rotarians bring the “chair-ity”

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Dec. 17, 2018 On Dec. 17, the Shawville Rotary Club announced that they would be financing the final 12 chairs for the

Parishioners presented with papal medals

Donald Teuma-Castelletti CHAPEAU Dec. 16, 2018 Three long-serving volunteers of St. Alphonsus Parish were the esteemed recipients of medals from the papal office, recognizing their

Santa’s secret helper

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Dec. 19, 2018 For many years in the 70s and 80s, Santa had a secret helper from the Shawville area. The jolly

Spirit of the radio alive on the riverbank

Donald Teuma-Castelletti BRISTOL Dec. 9, 2018 Two local churches, Pontiac High School and Valley Heritage Radio were recently infested with all manner of rodent and

First turkey fundraiser for Branch 231

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Dec. 2, 2018 Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 231 held their first community turkey dinner on Sunday afternoon, welcoming about 100 guests

Rotarians bring the “chair-ity”

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Dec. 17, 2018 On Dec. 17, the Shawville Rotary Club announced that they would be financing the final 12 chairs for the Pontiac High School auditorium restoration project. PHS Principal Debra Stephens said that they now have

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It’s time for the 2018 year in review

It’s that time again, when we turn another page on what was 2018 and present a brief synopsis of the top news making stories from our neck of the woods. January Bryson blaze leaves family homeless A fire that started

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Parishioners presented with papal medals

Donald Teuma-Castelletti CHAPEAU Dec. 16, 2018 Three long-serving volunteers of St. Alphonsus Parish were the esteemed recipients of medals from the papal office, recognizing their dedication to the Catholic church, their family and the community. Bert Collin and brothers Henry

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Santa’s secret helper

CALEB NICKERSON SHAWVILLE Dec. 19, 2018 For many years in the 70s and 80s, Santa had a secret helper from the Shawville area. The jolly old fellow’s wrists weren’t what they used to be, and he required some assistance to

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Spirit of the radio alive on the riverbank

Donald Teuma-Castelletti BRISTOL Dec. 9, 2018 Two local churches, Pontiac High School and Valley Heritage Radio were recently infested with all manner of rodent and one amphibian with a penchant for dangerous driving, as the Pontiac Community Players (PCP) performed

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SCFD awards Governor General’s medal to two members

Donald Teuma-Castelletti SHAWVILLE Dec. 1, 2018 The Shawville-Clarendon Fire Department (SCFD) held their annual awards evening on Saturday, where it was announced that the crew has two new recipients of the Governor General’s award for fire services. Both Mike Tubman

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First turkey fundraiser for Branch 231

Donald Teuma-Castelletti QUYON Dec. 2, 2018 Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 231 held their first community turkey dinner on Sunday afternoon, welcoming about 100 guests to their hall thanks to the efforts of some community-minded volunteers. Claire Mulligan and her

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Expo Shawville Fair 2025

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
All Day

The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!

www.shawvillefair.ca

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!
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