Author: Marie Gionet
The Caisse Desjardins des Rivières de Pontiac is warning all Pontiac residents about a telephone scam currently circulating in the region. Several cases have already been reported to the credit union’s staff. Paul Boisvert, Market Development Director at the Caisse Desjardins des Rivières de Pontiac, explains: Telephone scams—where fraudsters pose as trusted individuals to steal […]
As part of the Thanksgiving celebrations, the Chapeau Agricultural Society is hosting a children’s bingo this Saturday, October 11, at the Chapeau Market. Natalie Thompson from the Chapeau Market provides all the details: Arrive a little early to give your children a chance to participate. There will be some wonderful prizes to win.
The Quebec Public Library Association (ABPQ) has launched an initiative to raise awareness among candidates about the crucial importance of public libraries, which play a key role in the development and well-being of communities. A special web page has been created, featuring a quiz, “Did You Know” facts, a toolkit, resources, and a statement of […]
The mayoral candidate for Fort-Coulonge, Mr. Pierre Cyr, warmly invites residents to meet him at the official launch of his municipal election campaign, taking place this Friday, October 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Café Downtown, in the heart of the village. This friendly event will offer a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It will […]
What if writing a novel, a personal story, or even your own life story—and passing it on to future generations—could finally become possible… in just seven minutes a day? This is the challenge taken on by Carl Rocheleau, author and creator of the app Everyone Can Write in 7 Minutes a Day. In the era […]
Homelessness Awareness Night is an event aimed at raising awareness about homelessness, poverty, and social exclusion. Since 1989, people have gathered on the third Friday of October each year to show solidarity. Adréanne Provost-Auger, event organizer with the Outaouais Regional Collective for Combating Homelessness, explains: A night dedicated to highlighting the realities of life […]
Le Mashado Youth Center has relocated just a short distance from its former site. However, it has undergone a complete makeover. Their office is now located at 77 Main Street in Sainte-Cécile-de-Masham and features a large backyard for outdoor activities. Normand Veillette, Development Officer at Loisir Sport Outaouais, shares more about their new facilities: A […]
Boucher Forest is a vast urban forest located in the Aylmer sector of Gatineau, Quebec. Covering over 700 acres (approximately 280 hectares), it is the city’s second-largest urban park. The site features several walking trails, a hard-surfaced parking lot, urban furnishings, and an accessible trail for people with disabilities. This summer, the range of services […]
Thanks to a $2,300 donation from CHIP’s Chase the Ace fund, the organization Art Pontiac will be able to launch a great local initiative that combines art, youth, and community engagement. A calendar showcasing Pontiac artists will soon be available for purchase, with proceeds going toward offering workshops for young people in the region. Marie-Catherine […]
Caisse des Rivières de Pontiac Invites Members to a Presentation on Financial Exploitation, Fraud, and Personal Information Protection The Caisse des Rivières de Pontiac is inviting its members to a presentation on financial exploitation, fraud, and personal information protection, to be held on October 20th at the Caisse’s offices in Mansfield. Rianna Gervais, from the […]