Author: Éric O'Brien
The second Outaouais Climate Summit will take place Wednesday, October 21st, at the Université du Québec en Outaouais (UQO) in Gatineau, bringing together more than 250 participants to discuss solutions to climate change. Organized by the Outaouais Climate Partnership, the event will feature elected officials, community leaders and other stakeholders working to reduce greenhouse gas […]
The Bryson Recreation Association is planning a festive Halloween party. Children of all ages are invited to participate in a Halloween dance that will combine celebration and community solidarity. The event will take place on Friday, October 23rd, 2026 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Bryson Lions Hall. During the evening, a competition […]
Artists and cultural organizations from the Outaouais are invited to submit their projects under the third call for proposals of the 2024-2027 Territorial Partnership Agreement with the Outaouais community. The initiative is being launched by the Conseil des arts et des lettres du Québec, the Ministère des Affaires municipales et de l’Habitation, the Collines-de-l’Outaouais, Papineau, […]
Young and new hunters will soon be able to enjoy the White-Tailed Deer Weekend, which will take place in Quebec on October 31st and November 1st, 2026. This initiative allows the next generation to discover hunting and develop their skills, while being supervised by experienced hunters. Interested hunters must, however, ensure that they comply with […]
The 26th edition of the Quebec Waste Reduction Week (QWDR) is being held from October 19th to 25th, 2026. This annual initiative invites the public to review their consumption habits and take concrete action to reduce the amount of waste produced on a daily basis. During this awareness week, citizens are encouraged to promote reuse, […]
From October 19 to December 4, 2026, the Carrefour jeunesse-emploi du Pontiac (CJEP) invites students in the region to participate in the “Mon employeur, c’est le meilleur!” contest. , an initiative to recognize employers who are making positive contributions to the careers of young workers. The contest is open to youth who reside in the […]
Pontiac ATV and outdoor enthusiasts are invited to the famous Hot Dog Ride, organized by the Club Quad du Pontiac on Saturday, October 31st. To allow as many hikers as possible to participate, three progressive departures are proposed throughout the region: a first gathering in Quyon at 9:00 a.m., followed by a stop in Shawville […]
Mobile vaccination clinics offering vaccines against influenza, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) will be held in several communities across the Pontiac in the coming weeks. Residents are encouraged to book their appointments in advance. The clinics will operate at various locations throughout the region, providing access to respiratory infection vaccinations closer to home. Mobile […]
Tariffs imposed by the U.S. do not affect all regions of Canada in the same way. Some cities are more exposed due to their reliance on industries such as automotive, steel, aluminum and wood. An interactive map called Mapping Tariffs, developed by the University of Toronto’s School of Cities, shows where Canadian businesses and jobs […]
Local youth football enthusiasts will be able to keep fit this winter with the launch of a brand new indoor soccer pilot program for children aged 6-12. The event will be held every Tuesday evening, from January 5th to March 30th (except for spring break) at PHS Gym. A total of 12 training sessions are […]