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February 5, 1975

Lt. Colonel Carl Bertrand commandant of the 433rd combat squadron: The 433rd combat squadron flight has a new commandant, Lt. Colonel Carl Bertrand, well known

January 29, 1975

QPF members visit schools to push safety: The Provincial Police Force, Campbell’s Bay Detachment, has been sending out two of its members to the various

January 22, 1975

Gerard Trudeau wins top award at Campbell’s Bay races: Gerard Trudeau returned to the Third Annual Hub Snowmobile Races and for him and the Hub

January 15, 1975

Tractor trailer flips out: On Jan. 7 at about 6 p.m. on Highway 148 near Ray’s Texaco in Shawville, a blue Mack tractor truck hauling

January 8, 1975

Amalgamation has happened: The Quebec government has passed its amalgamation act which joins Quyon, North Onslow, South Onslow and Eardley to form one municipality called

December 18, 1974

Senior citizens hold annual Christmas party: The Senior Citizens Sunshine Club held their annual Christmas party on Dec. 12 in the United Church Hall with

December 11, 1974

Historical Society hears Jim McCuaig: In spite of bad weather, a good turnout of members and visitors attended the Pontiac Historical Society dinner meeting on

December 4, 1974

Toupin announces $18,900,000 subsidy for Quebec farmers: Quebec Minister of Agriculture Normand Toupin stated that he had experienced difficulty getting his point across in the

November 27, 1974

Calumet Island Post Office officially opened by the Hon. Bryce Makasey and Tom Lefebvre M.P.: At Calumet Island Monday morning, a gathering of VIP’s from

November 20, 1974

St Joseph’s Manor residents entertain visiting seniors with gala musical event: There was an entertainment at St. Joseph’s Manor on Sunday, when the senior citizens

February 5, 1975

Lt. Colonel Carl Bertrand commandant of the 433rd combat squadron: The 433rd combat squadron flight has a new commandant, Lt. Colonel Carl Bertrand, well known in the district. The command of the famous squadron has been transferred to him by

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January 29, 1975

QPF members visit schools to push safety: The Provincial Police Force, Campbell’s Bay Detachment, has been sending out two of its members to the various schools around Pontiac County to explain some of the most important safety rules to students

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January 22, 1975

Gerard Trudeau wins top award at Campbell’s Bay races: Gerard Trudeau returned to the Third Annual Hub Snowmobile Races and for him and the Hub Snowmobile Club it was the most successful and prosperous to date. Rarely has there been

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January 15, 1975

Tractor trailer flips out: On Jan. 7 at about 6 p.m. on Highway 148 near Ray’s Texaco in Shawville, a blue Mack tractor truck hauling a Heit trailer tank carrying 2,000 gallons of caustic soda from Rodgers Chemical Company in

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January 8, 1975

Amalgamation has happened: The Quebec government has passed its amalgamation act which joins Quyon, North Onslow, South Onslow and Eardley to form one municipality called “Pontiac”. This new municipality is now all within the County of Pontiac, including that part

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December 18, 1974

Senior citizens hold annual Christmas party: The Senior Citizens Sunshine Club held their annual Christmas party on Dec. 12 in the United Church Hall with 52 present, including visitors. The programme consisted of a duet by Miss Wendy Wickens and

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December 11, 1974

Historical Society hears Jim McCuaig: In spite of bad weather, a good turnout of members and visitors attended the Pontiac Historical Society dinner meeting on Monday at the United Church Hall. After a delicious pot-luck meal arranged by the ladies,

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December 4, 1974

Toupin announces $18,900,000 subsidy for Quebec farmers: Quebec Minister of Agriculture Normand Toupin stated that he had experienced difficulty getting his point across in the legislative assembly but after those farmer’s demonstrations throughout the province, his fellow cabinet ministers were

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November 27, 1974

Calumet Island Post Office officially opened by the Hon. Bryce Makasey and Tom Lefebvre M.P.: At Calumet Island Monday morning, a gathering of VIP’s from on and off the island inside and outside Pontiac witnessed the official opening of the

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November 20, 1974

St Joseph’s Manor residents entertain visiting seniors with gala musical event: There was an entertainment at St. Joseph’s Manor on Sunday, when the senior citizens of Chapeau came to play some old time music. Four fine fiddlers, Jack Poirier from

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LOCAL EVENTS
Gardening Workshops

Gardening Workshops

July 5, 2025 - July 19, 2025
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
We at the Parents’ Voice Shawville Area are excited to offer these two workshops! July 5 & July 19 from 11:00-12:00.
Have partnered with Pure Conscience to offer two 1 hour planting workshops for parents and children.
The workshop will include the following activities:
  1. How to read seed labels
  2. Knowing what and when to plant
  3. Getting your hands dirty with planting!
  4. Planning your garden
  5. Some gardening tips and tricks
  6. Trimming plants
  7. Fall garden planning
Please complete this form to reserve your spot. Payment will be made closer to the date if we get the minimum number of participants. Registration Link: https://forms.gle/DEuHomtBka5Dkw8v7
Cost: $20 per participant (parent and 1 child)
Park Party

Park Party

July 12, 2025
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Join us for PARK PARTY, a community favourite!
Enjoy beautiful Mill Dam Park and splash pad, as well as:
  • bouncy castles
  • cash BBQ
  • airbrush tattoos
  • Echo the Clown balloon animals
  • Magic Show (11:30 am)
  • Meet the Keepers animal show (1:00 pm)
  • …and more!
Admission by donation. See you there!!
Thank you to our sponsors, the Municipality of Shawville, the Municipality of Clarendon, Shawville Lions Club, and the Regional Association of West Quebecers.
13 Jul

Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley

July 13, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.

13 Jul

Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley

July 13, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

The Bromley Historical Society welcomes Dónall Ó Dubhghaill to speak on “Gaelic Roots: The Irish Language in the Ottawa Valley” on Sunday, July 13, 2pm, at the Old Town Hall, 498 Micksburg Road, Osceola. Renowned for its strong Irish heritage, many of the early Irish settlers of the Ottawa Valley spoke Irish.  A Celtic Studies scholar and educator, Mr. Ó Dubhghaill will delve into the rich history of the Irish (Gaelic) language, tracing its ancient roots in Ireland, its journey across the Atlantic, and its vibrant life within the Ottawa Valley. This free presentation is open to the public. Refreshments will be served following the presentation.

12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

12th Annual Shawville Lions Country Jamboree

July 17, 2025 - July 20, 2025
6:00 pm

A Weekend of Amazing Country Music and Fun!

02 Aug

PPHS Reunion

August 2, 2025
All Day

PPHS REUNION: August 2, 2025
REGISTRATION IS ON AND ACTIVE!
$60 per person (cocktails, dinner)
Come connect with your classmates. Space limited, so registration & payment a must.
E-transfer: pphsreunioncommittee@gmail.com
Cheque: Kathy Wickens (call 613-600-1455)
331 Somerville Drive, Perth, ON K7H 3C6

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