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The Pontiac MRC will host a breakfast on April 1st, 2026, from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., at the RA Centre in Campbell’s Bay. This event aims to support Centraide Outaouais, which invests more than $220,000 annually in community organizations in the Pontiac region. Tickets are on sale for $20 and are available at the […]

The 4th edition of the Professional Training Discovery Evening will take place on March 31, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Carrefour jeunesse emploi de l’Outaouais in Gatineau. Organized by FP Outaouais in collaboration with the Carrefour jeunesse emploi de l’Outaouais, this free event aims to raise awareness of the many professional […]

The Knights of Columbus of Fort-Coulonge are preparing to launch a first-of-its-kind project for the community: an indoor golf simulator. This initiative will allow residents to play golf year-round while providing a gathering place for the community. The project was made possible thanks to a generous $7,000 donation from CHIP’s “Chasse à l’As de Piques” […]

As Easter approaches, many Quebecers are wondering if they will get the day off. According to the Labor Standards Act, Easter Monday is a statutory holiday in Quebec, which means that most employees are entitled to paid time off. There are, however, some exceptions: essential sectors such as healthcare, security services, or public transportation may […]

The Carrefour Jeunesse Emploi of the Pontiac (CJEP) is organizing the 4th edition of its Virtual Summer Job Fair, which will take place on April 29th, 2026. This online event aims to connect young people in the Pontiac region with local employers seeking seasonal workers. Through this virtual platform, participants will be able to explore […]

Pontiac High School in Shawville will present the musical Rock of Ages in its auditorium, with four performances scheduled from March 18th to 21st, 2026. Performances will take place at 7 p.m. on March 18th, 19th, and 20th, while on March 21st there will be two shows at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. This production […]

A major power outage has been affecting several municipalities in the Pontiac region since this morning, notably in Sheenboro, Chichester, and L’Isle-aux-Allumettes. According to Hydro-Québec, the outage was caused by a combination of strong winds and heavy snowfall, which disrupted the power grid. Hydro-Québec crews are currently on site to restore service, with power expected […]

To celebrate Easter, the Patro is hosting a festive dance party open to everyone. The event will take place on April 2nd, 2026, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at the Pavillon located at 290 Chemin de la Passe. With a pastel-themed party, people of all ages are invited to join this fun-filled evening filled […]

Full-time students in the Outaouais region enrolled in health or social services programs are invited to apply for the Community Health and Social Services Network Scholarship. Offered by Connexions Resource Centre and funded by McGill University, this scholarship is designed to provide financial support to students to help them complete their academic studies. The initiative […]

A free online webinar on eco-anxiety among young people will be held on March 18th, 2026, from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., organized by Enviro Éduc-Action. The event aims to raise awareness of this growing phenomenon among young people, which is linked to concerns about climate change and the environment. The organizers also hope to […]