Pontiac seniors’ life expectancy 1.5 years below Outaouais average, CISSSO finds
May 22, 2025
Deaths caused by cancer and heart disease are also more common than Outaouais-wide.
Deaths caused by cancer and heart disease are also more common than Outaouais-wide.
The region’s senior population sees higher rates of cancer and heart disease than province-wide.
Around 20 palliative care volunteers were recognized with a brunch and visit to Pine Lodge’s sugar shack, organized by CISSSO. Here, four of them share
Jessica Jewell of Mansfield and Annie Claude Durocher of Fort Coulonge are the latest recipients of the Pontiac Community Hospital Foundation’s MacLachlan bursary for nursing
A new kind of support is now available to farmers across Canada who may be struggling with their mental health – a crisis line that
The Clarendon and Starks Corners chapters of the Pontiac Women’s Institute held their annual information session on Wednesday morning at the Shawville United Church, bringing
Representatives from 30 different health and social service groups from across the Pontiac spent Saturday morning in the Pontiac High School gym sharing information about
The healthcare network says the cuts won’t affect health services.
When you think about what food goes on your plate, you might not be thinking about the most recent version of the Canadian Food Guide.
The medical clinic, home to 13 family doctors, a physiotherapist, two specialized nurse practitioners, an osteopath and an after-hours care clinic, has served a critical
Deaths caused by cancer and heart disease are also more common than Outaouais-wide.
The region’s senior population sees higher rates of cancer and heart disease than province-wide.
Around 20 palliative care volunteers were recognized with a brunch and visit to Pine Lodge’s sugar shack, organized by CISSSO. Here, four of them share their reasons for giving their time.
Jessica Jewell of Mansfield and Annie Claude Durocher of Fort Coulonge are the latest recipients of the Pontiac Community Hospital Foundation’s MacLachlan bursary for nursing students who commit to working in the Pontiac upon their graduation.
A new kind of support is now available to farmers across Canada who may be struggling with their mental health – a crisis line that can be called at any hour of the day, 365 days a year. The free
The Clarendon and Starks Corners chapters of the Pontiac Women’s Institute held their annual information session on Wednesday morning at the Shawville United Church, bringing together community leaders in agriculture, healthcare and education to share updates on past projects and
Representatives from 30 different health and social service groups from across the Pontiac spent Saturday morning in the Pontiac High School gym sharing information about the many forms of support they make available to residents of the region. At the
The healthcare network says the cuts won’t affect health services.
When you think about what food goes on your plate, you might not be thinking about the most recent version of the Canadian Food Guide. Many people may not have even looked at the guide since first learning about it
The medical clinic, home to 13 family doctors, a physiotherapist, two specialized nurse practitioners, an osteopath and an after-hours care clinic, has served a critical role in connecting Pontiac residents with basic healthcare over the years.
Every Friday – Hooley in the Hall. Live music 7 – 9:30 p.m. Anglican Church Hall, 530 Main, Shawville. Free. Dance if you’d like
Where: Shawville Arena, 215 rue Lang
When: 7:45 p.m. (Warmup at 7:15 p.m.)
Regular Season Home Game #4 – Pontiacs vs. Arnprior Rivermen – Minor Hockey Night. Warmup at 7:15 p.m.
Ticket link: https://events.frontdoor.plus/event/1555
Where: Harrington Community Hall and Chapeau Market Building, Chapeau
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Get ready to kick off the holiday season with a day full of festive fun and community spirit! What to expect: Unique artisan gifts & handmade treasures, delicious Christmas baking and festive treats, fun activities for the kids, raffles & giveaways all day long, and eat-in or take-out meals served by AITC.
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St-Edwards Christmas Tea and Bazaar will be held at 34 ch Bristol on Saturday, November 15, 2025 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
We require reservations for both the show and dinner.
Dinner before the show will start at 6pm, please arrive a bit before to get everyone seated & with drinks.
Please note that dinner & drinks will be charged night of – this is just a ticket purchase to reserve your spot.
Marc Audet is a singer/songwriter and recording artist from the Ottawa Valley that brings to the stage impressions of the richness of Valley life and culture. He is best known for his historical songwriting that portrays the history and heritage of the Ottawa Valley. While the LRW show will include songs of this nature, the show will be a broad folk music experience for listeners, with songs of other folk artists like John Prine and David Francey interspersed with songs from his 2 albums and new songs from what will be his third upcoming album. Marc’s shows are described as captivating, uplifting and calming with a nice injection of humour and humility. His songwriting is described as clever and beautiful, with a soulful authenticity, and his stage presence is described as unassuming. Marc will be accompanied by his son Bradley Audet who elevates the musical experience with Irish whistle and melodica. The familial connectivity inherent in this duo act is enriching. This will be a captivating memorable evening that inspires thoughts and emotions.
Ticket link: https://www.littleredwagonwinery.com/events-tickets/marc-audet-north-renfrew-duo-sat-nov-15-730pm
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