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July 21, 2020
Even days ago, it was pretty obvious what the topic of this week’s editorial would be. If you left the house and entered a public
Even days ago, it was pretty obvious what the topic of this week’s editorial would be. If you left the house and entered a public
Last week the head of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) called on this country’s lawmakers to decriminalize the possession of illegal drugs
Well, this year’s Canada Day celebrations have come and gone. It was a different one for sure, with all the new rules and regulations obstructing
This past week, Quebec’s health ministry announced that they would be switching from . . .
By getting out and enjoying the beautiful weather this week, it felt like I sweat out a good portion of the pounds that I gained
What’s it been? Three months since the pandemic turned everything upside down? The number of new cases is recently slowing in our region and across
This past week, an enormous amount of people took to the streets in Canada and around the world to protest police violence against minority groups,
I really don’t like giving these columns up for personal issues but this little bit of navel gazing will have to be an exception. Ann
On Wednesday, the powers that be in our fair county met to discuss the region’s business in their monthly public meeting, held via Zoom video
Last Wednesday, the Quebec Community Groups Network and the Association for Canadian Studies (ACS) released the data from a poll they had conducted, which compared
Even days ago, it was pretty obvious what the topic of this week’s editorial would be. If you left the house and entered a public space this weekend, you were obliged by provincial decree to cover your face with some
Last week the head of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police (CACP) called on this country’s lawmakers to decriminalize the possession of illegal drugs for personal use. CACP leader Adam Palmer also called for the . . .
Well, this year’s Canada Day celebrations have come and gone. It was a different one for sure, with all the new rules and regulations obstructing all but the most determined of revellers. With any luck, the citizens of the Pontiac
This past week, Quebec’s health ministry announced that they would be switching from . . .
By getting out and enjoying the beautiful weather this week, it felt like I sweat out a good portion of the pounds that I gained during the lockdown. Unfortunately I was . . .
What’s it been? Three months since the pandemic turned everything upside down? The number of new cases is recently slowing in our region and across the province. Combined with loosening restrictions and the heat of summer weather . . .
This past week, an enormous amount of people took to the streets in Canada and around the world to protest police violence against minority groups, specifically black people. The demonstrations were sparked on May 25, after a Minneapolis police officer
I really don’t like giving these columns up for personal issues but this little bit of navel gazing will have to be an exception. Ann Taylor has left the Pontiac Printshop, and it’s going to really complicate our lives. For
On Wednesday, the powers that be in our fair county met to discuss the region’s business in their monthly public meeting, held via Zoom video conference due to the pandemic situation. While most of the exchanges were congenial and straightforward,
Last Wednesday, the Quebec Community Groups Network and the Association for Canadian Studies (ACS) released the data from a poll they had conducted, which compared the amount of COVID-19 anxiety felt by francophones and anglophones. The survey found that one
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!
Details: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/pontiac-ouest-journee-communautaire-community-event-tickets-1384250754269
Come help us celebrate our 166th Cobden Fair! This year’s fair is perfect for all ages! It will be the perfect family event. Join us on Friday, August 22nd, 2025 until Sunday, August 24th, 2025.
Enjoy Cope Amusements midway, livestock shows, food and craft vendors, scavenger hunt, bingo and non-stop entertainment all weekend long! Our infamous Demolition Derby and Beer Tent on Saturday night! Plus, Ry-J’s Rock Climbing Wall, MTK Racetrack Racing, Mini Golf, The Skills Ontario – Trades and Tech Truck and don’t forget to join us for dinner on Friday and Saturday night! And….so much more! And again this year we are offering Pay One Price! Buy your Advance Passes for $16 online or in person.
On Friday and Saturday, tickets at the gate will cost $20. On Sunday tickets at the gate will cost $16.
End your summer with Flair, come to the Cobden Fair!
Come see the Pontiac Community Players perform “Twain’s at Mill Dam Park in Shawville! Weather dependent. If it rains the day of the show, we will cancel on our facebook page. Stay tuned folks!! Free admission for all, bring your own chair. Saturday, August 23rd at 2 p.m.
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!!!!
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