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The legislation governing employees’ vacation time sets out several rules regarding how leave is scheduled, taken, and paid, as well as conditions for deferral. The employer is responsible for determining employees’ vacation periods. However, they must inform each worker of their approved vacation dates at least four weeks in advance. Before going on vacation, the […]

The Government of Quebec is announcing an update to minimum wage rates that will take effect on May 1st, 2026, affecting several categories of workers, including general-rate employees, tipped workers, and agricultural pickers. The general minimum wage will increase to $16.60 per hour, compared to the current $16.10. This adjustment is part of Quebec’s annual […]

The community is invited to lace up their dancing shoes for a good cause at the “Danse ta vie” event, organized in support of the Alzheimer Society Outaouais. This festive and charitable evening will take place on Friday, May 29th at the Papineauville Community Centre. Open to everyone, the activity aims to bring together people […]

A total of $472,000 will be invested to support 26 artistic and literary projects across the Outaouais region, including some in the Pontiac MRC, several institutional partners have announced, including the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec (CALQ), the Quebec Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, as well as the MRCs and the […]

In an economic context marked by the need for businesses to diversify their activities, the Fédération des gens d’affaires francophones de l’Ontario (FGA) will hold the 4th edition of the Franco-Ontarian Business Forum on April 30th at the Ottawa Art Gallery. Bringing together more than 150 entrepreneurs, public decision-makers, and experts, the event aims to […]

On the occasion of Mother’s Day, the Quyon Community Centre will host a festive buffet-style brunch on Sunday, May 10th, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event promises a warm, family-friendly gathering to celebrate this special day dedicated to moms. Participants will be able to enjoy a variety of dishes served in a welcoming […]

Residents of Mansfield-et-Pontefract are advised that a planned power interruption will take place as part of network improvement work carried out by Hydro-Québec. The outage is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14th, from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., with an estimated duration of approximately 20 minutes. These works aim to improve the reliability and performance of […]

The Danford Lake Summer Camp is officially back for the 2026 season! Designed for children aged 4 to 12, this camp offers a summer full of activities, games, new friendships, and unforgettable memories in the heart of nature. Located at 30 Route 301 in Danford Lake, the camp offers various registration options to suit families, […]

It is with great enthusiasm that the regional finalists of the 28th edition of the OSEntreprendre Challenge Outaouais are being revealed! This event highlights entrepreneurs and students from the region who stand out for their creativity, boldness, and the quality of their projects. Once again this year, the region’s next generation of entrepreneurs demonstrates remarkable […]

A new short film titled Les Braconniers is currently in the casting stage. The production is seeking actors for this non-union project with a symbolic honorarium. Filming is scheduled to take place from July 20th to 26th, 2026, in the Pontiac Regional County Municipality (MRC du Pontiac). Accommodation, meals, and transportation will be provided for […]