Community engagement
May 7, 2024
There’s been a problem brewing in some of Pontiac’s lakes in recent years. Invasive species from purple loosestrife to zebra mussels, and now Eurasian water
There’s been a problem brewing in some of Pontiac’s lakes in recent years. Invasive species from purple loosestrife to zebra mussels, and now Eurasian water
Bravo mayors Dear Editor, The warden should have vacated the chair during the Monday Apr. 29 special sitting of MRC mayors. As she herself admits,
One of the perks of a job in journalism is having the opportunity to report the good news of what is going on in your
Loyalty to municipality Dear Editor, During the Apr. 17 meeting of the Council of Mayors, there was a discussion of the garbage incinerator. Warden Toller
Plastic waste is increasingly on people’s minds. The theme of this year’s Earth Day celebrated around the world this past Monday was Planet vs. Plastic.
If you could change the channel from the current conversation about a garbage incinerator, what would you rather be talking about? What is the thing
More questions than answers Dear Editor, The last of the Pontiac MRC public information meetings on the incinerator has come and gone. So, where are
JT’s travellin’ road show Dear Editor, While a number of Pontiac MRC councils have (to their credit) already turned their backs on the incinerator proposal,
With turnouts of 70, 100 and 150 people at MRC Pontiac’s first three public meetings on the incinerator business case, it’s clear that the issue
The initial business plan for the energy-from-waste project proposed for the Pontiac compares two means of disposal: incineration versus landfill, and it uses the volume
There’s been a problem brewing in some of Pontiac’s lakes in recent years. Invasive species from purple loosestrife to zebra mussels, and now Eurasian water milfoil, have slowly but surely been making their presence known. They may originate elsewhere in
Bravo mayors Dear Editor, The warden should have vacated the chair during the Monday Apr. 29 special sitting of MRC mayors. As she herself admits, the purpose of the meeting was to propose her own resolution which constitutes a bias
One of the perks of a job in journalism is having the opportunity to report the good news of what is going on in your area. In the Pontiac, there are many such stories, a few of which have found
Loyalty to municipality Dear Editor, During the Apr. 17 meeting of the Council of Mayors, there was a discussion of the garbage incinerator. Warden Toller stated that, in terms of decision-making and votes, what happens at local municipal council meetings
Plastic waste is increasingly on people’s minds. The theme of this year’s Earth Day celebrated around the world this past Monday was Planet vs. Plastic. Fittingly, Earth Day kicked off the international negotiations taking place in Ottawa this week on
If you could change the channel from the current conversation about a garbage incinerator, what would you rather be talking about? What is the thing we should be making happen here in the Pontiac? Apparently, we are not only one
More questions than answers Dear Editor, The last of the Pontiac MRC public information meetings on the incinerator has come and gone. So, where are we now? In my opinion, we’re not a lot further ahead in knowing what we
JT’s travellin’ road show Dear Editor, While a number of Pontiac MRC councils have (to their credit) already turned their backs on the incinerator proposal, the majority, as of Apr. 4, still cling to the idea. Last week’s ‘information’ meeting
With turnouts of 70, 100 and 150 people at MRC Pontiac’s first three public meetings on the incinerator business case, it’s clear that the issue has provided a rallying point that has brought people together from one end of the
The initial business plan for the energy-from-waste project proposed for the Pontiac compares two means of disposal: incineration versus landfill, and it uses the volume of 400,000 tons of garbage in its calculations. A problem that immediately pops up with
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!
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.
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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