Author: Éric O'Brien
As part of the election campaign, CHIP 101.9 spoke with André Fortin, the Quebec Liberal Party candidate and incumbent member of the National Assembly for Pontiac. If re-elected, he will begin a fourth term as the riding’s representative. During the interview, Mr. Fortin outlines his priorities for the Pontiac and discusses various initiatives he hopes […]
October 1st is International Day of Older Persons, a day designated by the United Nations to highlight the contribution of older adults to society and to underscore the importance of their rights, participation, and well-being. In Quebec, the aging population is a reality that is becoming increasingly significant. According to the Institut de la statistique […]
The Maison des jeunes of Pontiac is officially launching its fall 2026 program with a series of sports, recreational, and cultural activities for young people in the region. This season, the organization is offering a range of initiatives designed to foster community and well-being among 6- to 17-year-olds. Among the program’s highlights is a ball […]
On the evening of September 30th, Tourisme Outaouais held its 45th annual general meeting at Maison O’Brien, where the organization presented its report for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Despite water damage at the Maison du Tourisme in September 2025, which forced the temporary relocation of the administrative offices and the Gatineau tourist information office, Tourisme […]
The Centre de Loisirs des Draveurs announces the implementation of a new safety measure during open-skating sessions. From now on, all skaters under the age of 18 must wear a helmet on the ice. This rule applies to all young people, without exception, and is intended, in particular, to ensure their safety and to meet […]
Culture Outaouais held its annual general meeting on September 22nd at the Minotaure in Gatineau. The organization took the opportunity to present its report on the 2025–2026 fiscal year, as well as its projects and priorities for the coming year. The past year was notably marked by several consultations with artists and cultural organizations in […]
The Royal Canadian Legion, Pontiac Branch 162, will celebrate its 80th anniversary on Friday, October 2nd, 2026, with a special evening featuring dinner, music, and dancing. A turkey dinner will be served starting at 5 p.m., at a cost of $30 per person. The dance will then begin at 7 p.m., featuring a performance by […]
FADOQ Outaouais has announced the 5th edition of the FADOQ Outaouais 50+ Show, taking place on October 24th and 25th, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., at the Gatineau Convention Centre. The event is free and open to everyone and will bring together more than 170 exhibitors, along with conferences, live entertainment and a variety […]
The MRC of Pontiac won the 2026 Municipal Leadership Award from the Fédération québécoise des municipalités (FQM) for its AgriSaveur project. The award was presented at the FQM’s annual conference in Quebec City and highlights the project’s transformative, innovative, and unifying nature. Launched in 2023 as part of the Pontiac MRC’s Signature Innovation project, AgriSaveur […]
Sophie Chatel, Member of Parliament for Pontiac–Kitigan Zibi, is stepping down from her position as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food to take on a new role with the Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defense. In her new role, Ms. Chatel will be responsible for issues concerning veterans, […]