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Dear Editor, In light of the recent devastation that has been occurring in Bristol around the 6th Line, a fire has been lit in me.
Dear Editor, In light of the recent devastation that has been occurring in Bristol around the 6th Line, a fire has been lit in me.
Dear Editor, Solidarity with the citizens of Pontiac and Chelsea on the issue of tax fairness will go a long way in righting a wrong.
Editor’s note: The following was written by David Foran (formerly of Quyon) and first published in the Dec. 17, 1986 edition of THE EQUITY. It
Dear Editor, A response to Warden Jane Toller’s letter to the editor of THE EQUITY on March 3, 2021. In this letter to the editor,
Dear Editor, I want to thank the women who wrote to THE EQUITY last week expressing their views on a COVID news report in the
Dear Editor, March 8 is International’s Women’s Day when we celebrate women’s accomplishments and the next steps needed to enhance women’s rights. We, at Pontiac
A year after the World Health Organization declared the spread of COVID-19 a global pandemic, and roughly half a year since the onset of a
Dear Editor, In my first months as the elected warden, I held a forestry meeting in Fort Coulonge which was attended by 96 people. It
Dear Editor, In regards to your recent article concerning COVID-19 in the Pontiac area. I do not see the relevance of printing a picture of
Dear Editor, Upon reading this week’s edition of THE EQUITY I was appalled to see this headline on the front page, “COVID-19 Update: Valu-mart employee
Dear Editor, In light of the recent devastation that has been occurring in Bristol around the 6th Line, a fire has been lit in me. It is high time to stand up to the abuse that multi-million dollar agriculture companies
Dear Editor, Solidarity with the citizens of Pontiac and Chelsea on the issue of tax fairness will go a long way in righting a wrong. Why should taxpayers be burdened with the cost of maintaining essential infrastructure serving NCC properties
Editor’s note: The following was written by David Foran (formerly of Quyon) and first published in the Dec. 17, 1986 edition of THE EQUITY. It is being republished at the request of his cousins, Marilyn Tanguay and Sally Foran. David
Dear Editor, A response to Warden Jane Toller’s letter to the editor of THE EQUITY on March 3, 2021. In this letter to the editor, Warden Toller fails to acknowledge the work done by previous wardens, previous Councils of Mayors
Dear Editor, I want to thank the women who wrote to THE EQUITY last week expressing their views on a COVID news report in the previous week’s paper. I too read the item and had the same response, what was
Dear Editor, March 8 is International’s Women’s Day when we celebrate women’s accomplishments and the next steps needed to enhance women’s rights. We, at Pontiac Voice, wish to thank . . .
A year after the World Health Organization declared the spread of COVID-19 a global pandemic, and roughly half a year since the onset of a second wave, we are being asked to remain vigilant in anticipation of a third wave.
Dear Editor, In my first months as the elected warden, I held a forestry meeting in Fort Coulonge which was attended by 96 people. It was perhaps the first meeting of its kind in 10 years. At that meeting I
Dear Editor, In regards to your recent article concerning COVID-19 in the Pontiac area. I do not see the relevance of printing a picture of Joanne’s Valu-mart with the headline “Valu-mart employee tests positive.” The major content of the article
Dear Editor, Upon reading this week’s edition of THE EQUITY I was appalled to see this headline on the front page, “COVID-19 Update: Valu-mart employee tests positive, Outaouais region shifts into the orange zone.” Should we not be supporting local
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!

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Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Friday, November 8th, 2025
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dinner & Dance: 6 PM – 12 AM (Doors open at 5 PM)
Music by Danny Sylvester
Cash bar
Tickets $20 – sold in advance
$10 after 7:30 for the dance
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
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Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Samedi le 8 Novembre
TCRA, Ladysmith
Dîner et danse : 18 h – 12 h (les portes ouvrent à 17 h)
Musique de Danny Sylvester
Barre de caisse
Billets 20 $ – vendus à l’avance
Billets 10 $ après 7h30 pour la danse
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble.

Get your tickets
Remembrance Day Spaghetti and meat ball Dinner & Dance – music by Danny Sylvester
Join us as we come together to honour those who have served and continue to serve for our freedom.
Enjoy a delicious spaghetti and meat ball dinner served with Caeser salad and garlic bread, followed by music, and dancing as we gather in remembrance and gratitude.
A portion of the proceeds will be donated to our local Legion.
We would love to display photos of your loved ones who have served — please send them in or bring them with you to the event.
Hosted by the Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
Let’s share a meal, some memories, and our appreciation together.
—————-
Dîner et danse des spaghettis et des boulettes de viande du jour du Souvenir
Rejoignez-nous alors que nous nous réunissons pour honorer ceux qui ont servi et continuent de servir pour notre liberté.
Profitez d’un délicieux dîner de spaghettis et de boulettes de viande servi avec du pain à l’ail, de la musique et de la danse alors que nous nous rassemblons en souvenir et en gratitude.
Une partie des recettes sera reversée à notre Légion locale.
Nous aimerions afficher des photos de vos proches qui ont servi – veuillez les envoyer ou les apporter avec vous à l’événement.
Hébergé par l’association Recreative Ladysmith
Partageons un repas, quelques souvenirs et notre appréciation ensemble. — with Association Récréative Ladysmith/Ladysmith Recreation Committee.
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!
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