Author: Marie Gionet
The MRC of Pontiac and the MRC des Collines-de-l’Outaouais are marking ten years of collaboration this year by announcing a significant improvement to public transit service in the Pontiac region. Since April 20th, route 910 now offers six daily trips, compared to just two previously. This enhancement makes it easier to travel between the main […]
A festive and unifying activity awaits families on Saturday, May 2nd, 2026, with the Bike Parade taking place at Maurice-Beauregard Memorial Park from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organized in a friendly and colorful atmosphere, the event invites both young and old to bring their bikes and decorate them on site, with all necessary materials […]
The community of Mansfield-et-Pontefract is mourning the passing of Kathleen Bélec (née Lévesque), who died earlier this week. In an official statement, the municipality expressed its deepest condolences to Ms. Bélec’s family and loved ones, highlighting the lasting impact she had on the region. A committed elected official, she served on municipal council for several […]
The Municipality of Mansfield-et-Pontefract informs residents that water levels on the Ottawa and Coulonge rivers are showing encouraging signs, but vigilance remains essential. On the Ottawa River, the level currently stands at 108.53 metres, slightly down from this year’s peak. The Coulonge River is also receding, with a noticeable drop observed at the White Bridge. […]
The Municipality of Thorne is inviting residents to take advantage of a free large household item drop-off service, which will take place on May 16th and 17th, 2026, at the waste management site. This initiative aims to make it easier for households to declutter while ensuring the responsible disposal of certain bulky items. Accepted items:Residents […]
The state of emergency remains in effect for now, even though the situation has clearly improved in the region. The level of the Ottawa River has dropped by 8 centimetres over the past 24 hours, while the Coulonge River has fallen by 22 centimetres. Field teams remain deployed to protect at-risk areas and to limit […]
Quebec has reached a historic milestone in organ donation, with 196 donors and 617 transplants, helping transform the lives of 491 recipients. These results highlight the growing importance of mobilization around organ donation in the province. Despite this progress, demand remains high. According to Transplant Québec, 898 people are still waiting for a transplant that […]
On this Earth Day, organizations and institutions are highlighting the importance of taking concrete action to reduce our environmental impact. This year’s theme, environmental sobriety, encourages consuming less—but above all, consuming better. The goal is to reduce our ecological footprint while improving quality of life, without it necessarily meaning going without. In this context, Environment […]
As the spring flood season is well underway, authorities are reminding the public of the importance of staying informed and being properly prepared in case of flooding. Residents are encouraged to regularly follow communications from their municipality as well as from Urgence Québec to stay up to date on alerts in their area. This information […]
The MRC Pontiac is now accepting applications to fill several seasonal student positions for the upcoming summer. Three types of jobs are currently available: tourism ambassador, trail and park maintenance attendant, and cultural tourism research assistant specializing in built heritage. These opportunities aim to provide students with valuable work experience while helping showcase and enhance […]