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Shein and Temu are gaining ground among Quebecers
Low‑cost online shopping platforms Shein and Temu are becoming increasingly popular in Quebec. According to a recent survey conducted for the Quebec Retail Council, Quebec consumers are buying more frequently and spending more on these two platforms than before. Nearly 30% of respondents say they made a purchase on Temu in the past six months, […]
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Public notice: street sweeping in Fort-Coulonge May 20th, 2026
The Municipality of Fort‑Coulonge wishes to inform residents that, based on the information received, street sweeping will begin on May 20th, 2026, in the afternoon. To help the crews responsible and ensure an efficient cleaning process, residents are asked to avoid parking their vehicles along the roadway for the duration of the work. The Municipality […]
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Over $130 000 raised in the Outaouais region thanks to the Smile Cookie campaign
The 30th edition of the Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign raised $130 282.22 in the Outaouais region in support of Moisson Outaouais. Held from April 27th to May 3rd, the campaign also set a national record with more than 23.3 million dollars collected and donated to nearly 700 community organizations in Canada. In the Outaouais […]
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The Desjardins credit union merger project has been abandoned
The proposed merger of the Desjardins credit unions of Rivières de Pontiac, Haute-Gatineau, and Gracefield will ultimately not take place. After several weeks of discussions, the three boards of directors have decided to halt the process due to a lack of agreement on the terms of the new structure. As a result, no member vote […]
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Gas prices could reach record highs this Summer
Motorists may have to brace for an expensive summer at the pump, as several trends point to a possible increase in gas prices in the coming months. According to market observations, fuel prices remain highly sensitive to fluctuations in crude oil, seasonal demand, and supply conditions. Summer, a period of heavy travel and vacations, typically […]
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Class-action lawsuit against Equifax and TransUnion: consumers could be affected
A class-action lawsuit is currently targeting the credit reporting agencies Equifax and TransUnion, following allegations regarding inaccurate information appearing on the credit reports of certain Canadian consumers. According to available information, errors may have occurred in credit files since May 5th, 2023, potentially leading in some cases to significant consequences, such as loan refusals, lowered […]
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Pontiac is invited to green its territory with the Tree and Forest Festival
The residents of the region are invited to participate in the Tree and Forest Festival, which will take place on May 29th, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in Campbell’s Bay. The event will be held outside the Pontiac MRC offices, located at 602 Route 301 North, and will feature a free tree distribution […]
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School libraries regain popularity thanks to the cell phone ban
Since the implementation of the cell phone ban in several high schools in Quebec, an unexpected phenomenon has emerged: school libraries are experiencing a real resurgence in traffic. Once neglected by many students, these spaces are coming back to life during breaks and lunchtime. In many schools, libraries are once again filled with teenagers who […]
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The Plein(s) Écran(s) festival stops in Fort-Coulonge for a free evening of short films
The Plein(s) Écran(s) festival will stop in Outaouais on May 22nd as part of its Par-Court Pleins Écrans tour, which is currently traveling across Quebec to showcase the best in short films to audiences in the regions. Presented free of charge at Cinéma Lyn starting at 7 p.m., this evening will mark the festival’s very […]
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Public notice – Rehabilitation work on the Campbell’s Bay potable water reservoir from May 19th to May 26th, 2026
The Municipality of Campbell’s Bay wishes to inform users of the municipal water system that rehabilitation work on the potable water reservoir will take place from May 19th to May 26th, 2026. These works require the bypassing and draining of the reservoir, which may result in: Pressure fluctuations; Temporary water discoloration. Important Notice: A boil […]
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