Author: Geneviève
The Municipality of L’Isle-aux-Allumettes is announcing a Large Item Drop-Off Day, taking place on May 30th at the local transfer station site. This event is intended exclusively for large items that are not typically accepted in regular curbside collection, such as mattresses, furniture, and sofas. Residents are asked to sort their items before bringing them […]
The Semaine québécoise intergénérationnelle 2026 will take place from May 17th to 23rd throughout Quebec, featuring a rich program aimed at strengthening ties between generations and combating ageism. Established in 1987 and officially recognized by the National Assembly of Quebec in 2022, the initiative is coordinated by Intergénérations Québec. It seeks to encourage exchanges between […]
Culture Outaouais has released the results of a study examining private funding for the cultural sector in Gatineau and across the wider Outaouais region. Presented during the annual members’ meeting held at the Centre culturel du Vieux-Aylmer, the study was conducted by the firm Moris, which specializes in philanthropy. It portrays a cultural sector that […]
The Alzheimer Society Outaouais and the Bien Chez Soi team have entered into a partnership agreement aimed at improving support for people living with neurocognitive disorders, as well as assistance for their caregivers. Signed on April 10th, 2026, this collaboration is based in part on the implementation of mandatory training for Bien Chez Soi staff. […]
The independent Member of the National Assembly for Laporte, Isabelle Poulet, has introduced a bill to the National Assembly aimed at better regulating and integrating complementary and integrative approaches into Quebec’s healthcare system. The initiative notably proposes the creation of a specialized committee within the Institut national d’excellence en santé et en services sociaux. This […]
The organization Phare Ouest will present the film Les enfants du large, directed by Virginia Tangvald, on Thursday, May 14th at 8 p.m. at the Maison George Bryson in Mansfield. A discussion session will follow the screening in the form of a roundtable, featuring special guest Éric Perron from ACPD. The event is offered at […]
April was more active than usual in terms of vegetation fires in Quebec, according to the Société de protection des forêts contre le feu (SOPFEU). A total of 76 wildfires were recorded, about 30 more than the average over the past ten years. These fires burned a total area of 43.8 hectares, compared to the […]
A new space dedicated to food processing will open this week with the official launch of the AgriSaveur commercial kitchen in Shawville, scheduled for May 7th, 2026, starting at 10 a.m. The event will mark the opening of this modern facility, designed to support producers, processors, and agri-food entrepreneurs in the region. An open house […]
Several pieces of equipment for poultry farming are currently available for sale at the flea market. Among the items available are six poultry waterers priced at $45, as well as several feeders offered at $35. Three heat lamps for poultry are also for sale at a cost of $40. Anyone interested can get more information […]
The Municipality of Fort-Coulonge is informing residents that a water main break is currently underway on Coulonge Street. This situation may result in water interruptions or reduced pressure in the area. Municipal crews are on site working to restore service as quickly as possible. The municipality thanks residents for their understanding and patience.