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Bodyguard to crooner; Sylvain Beauchamp presents the show Nostalgie Crooner to benefit the Fondation CLSC Pontiac
The Fondation du CLSC Pontiac has the privilege of presenting artist Sylvain Beauchamp on stage at the conference center in Fort-Coulonge, on Saturday, April 5, 2025. This event promises to be a memorable rendezvous for fans of music and artistic performances. An extraordinary career Sylvain Beauchamp is no ordinary artist. Before devoting himself to music, […]
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Pontiac MP Chatel endorses Mark Carney for Liberal leadership
On Wednesday (January 15), Pontiac MP Sophie Chatel endorsed Mark Carney for the leadership of the federal Liberal Party. Carney is the former Governor of the Bank of Canada as well as the Bank of England, and launched his leadership campaign on January 16. In her statement, Chatel noted that the decision had come after […]
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School registrations starting soon for fall 2025
Registrations for the 2025-2026 school year will soon be launched at the Centre de Services Scolaire des Haut-Bois de l’Outaouais (CSSHBO), as well as at the Western Québec School Board (WQSB). On January 17, the CSSHBO published a notice on its website announcing to parents that registrations for this upcoming year will take place from […]
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A busy winter season at the Centre des loisirs of île-du-Grand-Calumet
The Centre des Loisirs of île-du-Grand-Calumet is gearing up for a winter season packed with a variety of fun activities, promising to bring young and old together in a warm atmosphere. Weekly activities include an open mic session on Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. Everyone is invited to bring their instruments and share […]
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Shawville’s Lotus Medical Clinic up for sale, owner looking to step back
The Lotus Medical Clinic in Shawville is up for sale, and owner Joanne Romain is looking to step back from managing the facility, which boasts the offices more than a dozen family doctors and other medical professionals. With more than 30 years in the health care field as a medical secretary and coordinator with the […]
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Upcoming event to help forge connections between population and health services
Local non-profit group Connexions Resource Centre will be hosting a free networking event on the morning of Saturday February 8 to help connect Pontiacers to the numerous health and social services available in the area. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Pontiac High School in Shawville (455 rue Maple). Shelly […]
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Spend quality time outdoors with your library
Thanks to the return of the partnership with the National Capital Commission, all subscribers to member libraries of the Réseau BIBLIO de l’Outaouais can borrow a pass from their municipal library using their library cards to enjoy free cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, and winter biking on the trails of Gatineau Park. These passes are in circulation […]
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What to do in the Outaouais region in January?
It’s a new year! With the holiday madness behind us and winter officially underway, we now have time to enjoy the snow and all the joys of winter! The Outaouais region is brimming with activities of all kinds, and in January, we’ve got a whole host of events lined up for you! Annie Léveillée from […]
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Return of the Souper de bûcherons to benefit Chutes Coulonge
The traditional Bucherons dinner is back! On January 24, the public is invited to the Pontiac Conference Centre for an unforgettable evening of celebration. More than just an event, it celebrates the region’s traditions and culture. Funds raised will help finance the operations and activities of Parc des Chutes Coulonge. Parc des Chutes Coulogne General […]
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The ”La Journée m’enchante” movement initiative gains momentum
”La journée m’enchante” will soon be back, with the challenge of creating a wave of joy and love across the planet every first Saturday in February since 2005. The Quebec initiative invites everyone to get together in small groups and go to a seniors’ residence to sing, in a friendly atmosphere, with the elderly. ”Rendez-vous […]
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Special Feature - Winter activities
Bodyguard to crooner; Sylvain Beauchamp presents the show Nostalgie Crooner to benefit the Fondation CLSC Pontiac
The Fondation du CLSC Pontiac has the privilege of presenting artist Sylvain Beauchamp on stage at the conference center in Fort-Coulonge, on Saturday, April 5, 2025. This event promises to be a memorable rendezvous for fans of music and artistic performances. An extraordinary career Sylvain Beauchamp is no ordinary artist. Before devoting himself to music, […]
Read more
A busy winter season at the Centre des loisirs of île-du-Grand-Calumet
The Centre des Loisirs of île-du-Grand-Calumet is gearing up for a winter season packed with a variety of fun activities, promising to bring young and old together in a warm atmosphere. Weekly activities include an open mic session on Monday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon. Everyone is invited to bring their instruments and share […]
Read more
Upcoming event to help forge connections between population and health services
Local non-profit group Connexions Resource Centre will be hosting a free networking event on the morning of Saturday February 8 to help connect Pontiacers to the numerous health and social services available in the area. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to noon at Pontiac High School in Shawville (455 rue Maple). Shelly […]
Read more
What to do in the Outaouais region in January?
It’s a new year! With the holiday madness behind us and winter officially underway, we now have time to enjoy the snow and all the joys of winter! The Outaouais region is brimming with activities of all kinds, and in January, we’ve got a whole host of events lined up for you! Annie Léveillée from […]
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