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FilloGreen wins MRC garbage contract

July 30, 2024

The MRC Pontiac and representatives of the company FilloGreen met two weeks ago to officially sign a new household waste collection contract for all MRC

FilloGreen wins MRC garbage contract

July 30, 2024

The MRC Pontiac and representatives of the company FilloGreen met two weeks ago to officially sign a new household waste collection contract for all MRC municipalities. The contract, which was awarded to the company at last month’s MRC Pontiac council

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Expo Shawville Fair 2025

Expo Shawville Fair 2025

August 28, 2025 - September 1, 2025
All Day
Shawville Fairgrounds

The Valley’s Most Family Friendly Fair!

www.shawvillefair.ca

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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!!!!

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Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

Salon du livre de Fort-Coulonge

September 6, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Salle de conférence du Pontiac

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.

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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
Pontiac High School

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!!
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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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Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

Ladies Night: Sippin’ & Salsas!

September 19, 2025
7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Pontiac Agricultural Hall

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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 Soirée de Comédie / Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150

 Soirée de Comédie / Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150

September 20, 2025
7:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Salle R.A. Otter Lake R.A. Hall
 Soirée de Comédie – Otter Lake 150

Le comité du 150e d’Otter Lake s’associe à Yuk Yuks, présent dans la région d’Ottawa et de la vallée depuis plus de 40 ans, pour vous offrir une soirée remplie de sourires et de fous rires!
  • Prix : Prévente 20 $ | À la porte 25 $
  • Date : 20 septembre, 2025
  • Lieu : Centre R.A.
  • Ouverture des portes : 19 h
  • Les réservations sont en prévente et les places sont limitées – premier arrivé, premier servi!
Après paiement, votre nom sera ajouté à la liste d’entrée. 

Réservations par virement Interac à : otterlake150@outlook.com

Pour éviter que les virements Interac ne soient refusés ou mal traités, veuillez utiliser la question de sécurité suivante :

  • Question : Quel genre de spectacle?
  • Réponse : comedy
  • Paiement en personne également accepté.
Pour plus d’informations, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec les membres du comité.
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Comedy Night – Otter Lake 150
The Otter Lake 150 Committee is teaming up with Yuk Yuks, bringing 4 decades of comedy to Ottawa and the Valley, to give you a night full of smiles and belly laughs!

  • Price: Presale $20 | At the door $25
  • Date: September 20, 2025
  • Location: R.A. Centre
  • Doors open: 7 PM
  • Reservations are available on presale and seats are limited – first come, first serve!
Once payment is received, your name will be added to the door list. ✅
Reserve via e-transfer at otterlake150@outlook.com
To ensure your e-transfers are received correctly, please use the following security question:
  • Question: What type of show is it?
  • Answer: comedy
  • In-person payments also accepted.
For more information, please feel free to contact our committee members.
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